Govt blames saboteurs for fuel scarcity

FEC okays contract for VP's lodge, others

Ex-Reps' leader sues ministers over Yar'Adua's health

SABOTAGE! The Federal Government exclaimed yesterday as it said it was "concerned and worried" about the persistent queues and fuel scarcity in the country.

It was the exact word used by the Minister of Information and Communications, Prof. Dora Akunyili, while speaking with journalists at the end of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) 49th weekly meeting. According to her, the current situation smacks of unpatriotic acts and wickedness.

And to help find a quick solution, Vice President Goodluck Jonathan met with the two ministers of Petroleum Resources immediately after the meeting.

Also, the FEC approved a total of N7.066 billion for the construction of the official residence of the Vice President.

The contract is to be handled by Julius Berger Plc. It has 20 months as completion period.