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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has called on President Bola Tinubu to unveil the petroleum pricing template as the NNPC Limited extends its petrol discount until October 31. This request highlights the ongoing debate regarding fuel pricing and the government's approach to managing petroleum subsidies.
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has voiced its unease regarding the omission of Dr. Isa Pantami from the Gombe State governorship candidates for the upcoming elections. This statement follows a court-ordered repeat primary election that was overseen by INEC officials.
Former Governor Rochas Okorocha has dismissed claims regarding a bench warrant for his arrest, stating that the report is unfounded. The allegations surfaced following a supposed order from a senior magistrate's court in Abuja, which also implicated other notable figures.
In a decisive move against malnutrition, governors from across Nigeria have pledged to establish a national nutrition intervention fund aimed at addressing hunger nationwide. This initiative marks a significant step in the collective effort to tackle the pressing issue of food insecurity affecting millions of Nigerians.
A bus carrying All Progressives Congress delegates from Benue State was involved in a serious accident en route to a rally in Lafia, resulting in multiple injuries but no fatalities. The incident has raised concerns, echoing a previous tragedy involving party members earlier this year.
The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has appealed for tranquility amid concerns over the omission of a gubernatorial candidate's name from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) list in Kano. The controversy arises as the list features 17 candidates from various political parties, intensifying political tensions ahead of the elections.
The contrasting approaches of President Tinubu's petrol discount initiative and Atiku Abubakar's support for domestic refineries highlight differing strategies in addressing Nigeria's fuel pricing challenges. This analysis explores the implications of each plan and their potential impact on consumers and the economy.
The PDP blamed the ruling APC's desperation for Mr Adebutu's exclusion. The post 2027: PDP reacts to Adebutu’s exclusion from governorship candidates’ list appeared first on Premium Times
In a significant move, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released its final list of governorship candidates for the upcoming elections, excluding notable figures like Pantami and Adebutu. This decision comes in the wake of a Supreme Court ruling emphasizing the importance of adherence to party membership registration timelines.
Elijah Olorunsuwa, a lecturer at the University of Ilorin, shares his harrowing experience of being arrested by police due to a WhatsApp message, which he claims led to fears for his safety. His story highlights the potential dangers of social media expression in Nigeria's current political climate.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, leaders from the South-West and northern regions express strong dissent towards the Igbo Leaders of Thought's restructuring plan, labeling it as potentially destabilizing. The Igbo group’s call for a radical overhaul of the political structure has reignited debates on federalism and regional governance in Nigeria.
Recent abductions of National Youth Service Corps members highlight the escalating dangers faced by young Nigerians during their service. Security experts underscore the vulnerability of these graduates as they navigate known kidnapping hotspots on their journeys.
