A founding member of the All Progressives Congress(APC), Osita Okechukwu, on Sunday, 5 January, 2025 said President Bola Tinubu has boosted his chances of getting South-East votes in 2027. Okechukwu, a former Voice of Nigeria (VON) Director General, said if Tinubu can fulfill his promises of bringing investors to the South-East, he would have boosted his chances of getting the region to vote for him in the next election. Tinubu had on Saturday, 4 January embarked on his first official working visit to the South-East with a trip to Enugu State. During the visit, he commissioned projects initiated by the state governor, Peter…
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BUA Refinery and Petrochemical has announced that it is set to complete its $3.8 billion plant in Akwa Ibom. The firm, which made this disclosure in a statement issued on Saturday, 4 January, 2025, also dismissed reports that the refinery is 90 percent complete. The clarification comes amid reports that the 200,000-barrel-per-day refinery is 90 percent completed. However, the company described the report as misleading. “Contrary to a misleading report stating that our 200,000 barrels/day refinery is at 90% completion, BUA wishes to advise the public to disregard such misleading reports that did not emanate from us. “As we make…
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has vowed to deal with Ponzi scheme operators and ‘bad operators’ in the country’s capital market. Director General of SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, who disclosed this in his New Year message to the capital market community , said that in 2025, the SEC would strengthen its regulatory framework to deal with bad eggs in the system and protect investors. He added that the SEC in the new year would make a conscious effort to boost trust in securities transactions. “For us, mainstreaming the Nigerian capital market into the economy is very vital. “Enforcement is…
The National Working Committee(NWC), of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP), has pledged its full support to Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, in his efforts to stabilise the party and enhance its role as a leading opposition force in Nigeria.The NWC, led by the newly appointed National Secretary, Udeh Okoye, gave the assurance over the weekend during a condolence visit to the governor following the passing of his stepmother, Hajiya Hauwa. They emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration in achieving the party’s goals. Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Ibrahim Yayari conveyed their sympathies and offered prayers for the governor’s family.…
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has denied reports that he is dumping the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). El-Rufai said this in reaction to speculation on the social media that he has joined the main opposition party ahead of the 2027 general election. El-Rufai, who asked the public to disregard the rumour and lies about his political affiliation also said he has referred the peddlers of the fake news to his lawyers for further action. Posting on X, the former Governor wrote: “Please disregard the patent lies and rumours about my political affiliation.…
The International Criminal Police Organization, INTERPOL, has invited an Ibadan-based broadcaster, Peter Olasupo to appear in its office over alleged criminal defamation and cyber-stalking. Peter is expected to appear at the INTERPOL’s office on Monday, 13 January, 2025. The broadcaster confirmed the invitation via a statement he posted on his Facebook page. Peter said that he received a letter report to INTERPOL headquarters at Force Headquarters, Shehu Shagari Way, Garki, Abuja, on Monday, 30th December, 2024, at 11:00 am in furtherance of the investigation. He added that upon receiving the letter through his boss, the boss immediately contacted a lawyer…
The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has disclosed that the Federal Government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is ready to make a compromise on the controversial Value Added Tax structure in the tax reform bills before the National Assembly. Oyedele made this disclosure on Sunday, 5 January, 2025 during an interview with Channels Television. According to Oyedele, the proposed VAT structure on Derivative Principle will benefit every part of the country, contrary to claims in some quarters. He noted that if the preference was for the current state of the Attribution…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of notable businesswoman and socialite, Chief (Mrs) Adebisi Edionseri, describing her death a significant loss to both the state and Nigeria as a whole. Popularly called ‘Cash Madam,’ Chief Edionseri passed away on Sunday, 5 January, 2025 at the age of 89. Her legacy as a successful entrepreneur and social figure has left an indelible mark, resonating across generations since the 1970s. Governor Abiodun, in a statement on Monday, praised Edionser’s contributions to Ogun State, highlighting her as a beacon of inspiration and a role model for…
Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the Governor and the people of Ondo State over the passing of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Tayo Oluwatuyi. Oluwatuyi reportedly died on Saturday, 4 January, 2025, at a hospital in the state from the injuries he sustained in an accident while traveling from Akure to Ibadan, Oyo State, on December 17. Aiyedatiwa Abiodun, in a condolence letter he sent to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, described Oluwatuyi’s death as a great loss to the government and the state at large as he prayed…
The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), has called on event organizers across the nation to prioritize safety by involving local and national security agencies following the recent tragic stampede. In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, His Eminence, Dr Eberechukwu Oji, Eze Aro, Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council said, “It is with profound sadness that we extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of those who tragically lost their lives in the recent stampede events in Anambra, Abuja, and Oyo States. These heartbreaking incidents, which occurred during events organized with goodwill intentions, are painful reminders…