Idle refineries
17 Aug
As Nigerians continue to wait for the country’s refineries operated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to come on stream, the over $25 billion expenses incurred by the assets on Turn Around Maintenance (TAM) in the last 10 years and about N272 billion incurred on staff salaries and other expenses since they were shutdown four years ago are creating fresh concerns among stakeholders.
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The Northern Youth Development Association of Nigeria (NYDAN), on Friday, attributed the rising insecurity in Zamfara State to poor governance, emphasizing that effective leadership was crucial for protecting lives and maintaining justice. They also stated that instead of fostering alliances with military and security forces, Governor Lawal has focused on political 'vendettas', particularly targeting his…
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU-Bauchi zone) has described Sa'adu Zungur University (SAZU) as an institution living in the valley of the shadow of death over alleged gross violations of the existing university laws. While addressing the press on Friday at the ZASU Yuli Campus, the Bauchi Zone of the Union said that it…
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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has cautioned tour operators against derailing preparations for the 2025 Hajj. The Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators in Nigeria (AHOUN) recently instructed their members to suspend participation in 2025 Hajj. AHOUN on Friday announced the suspension of activities related to 2025 hajj due to the failure of…
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The United Nations Children’s Funds (UNICEF), says 69.2% of children in Kano State are multi-dimensionally poor. READ ALSO:UNICEF seeks more investments in Nigeria’s pry education Fatima Musa, a Social Policy Specialist with the UNICEF, Kano Field Office, disclosed this in her presentation during a media dialogue on Friday in Zaria. …
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The police on Friday brought one 22-year-old Ibrahim Abubakar before an Iyaganku Magistrate’s Court, Ibadan, for alleged theft of wire worth two million Naira. READ ALSO:Police reform: Moving from promises to action Abubakar, whose address was not provided, is charged with illegal house entering, stealing, and malicious damage to property. He, …
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Tunde Ajibike, the Acting General Manager of Oyo State Sports Council, has advised the state’s athletes to ensure they strike a balance in both sports and education for maximum effect. READ ALSO:1,600 athletes to compete in Armed Forces games Ajibike told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in…
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The Police on Friday arraigned a 62-year-old man, Samson Okeleye, before an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan over the alleged theft of a Tecno phone worth N23,000 and illegal possession of a gun. READ ALSO:Kaduna magistrates’ court arraigns 41 Shiite minors Okeleye, whose address was not provided, was charged with conspiracy,…
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On Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Resource Center for the Blind (RCB) hosted a landmark event, Family Forum 2024, at their Yaba, Lagos centre. With a spotlight on the realities of visual impairment, the forum provided a platform for caregivers to gain invaluable insights into the causes, challenges, and daily experiences of those they support.…
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Lagos State government has said that the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is working towards securing a place among the top tourism and entertainment destinations globally. The Special Adviser to Sanwo-Olu on Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Idris Aregbe, in a statement, said this is part of the administration's THEMES+ agenda, adding that one of its…
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The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has announced a lineup of events for Nigeria’s Independence Week aimed at increasing the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a cleaner and more affordable alternative to traditional fuel. The Independence Week activities kick off today, Friday, September 27, with the launch of the CNG Transport Fare…