Month: February 2025

NYSC DG urges improved welfare package for Corps Members

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed, has called on Corps Employers across the country to improve the welfare packages of Corps Members serving in their organizations to enhance productivity and cushion the effects of the prevailing economic situation. General Ahmed made the call when the Acting Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, paid him a courtesy visit at the NYSC Headquarters in Abuja.   He commended the Nigerian Correctional Service for its efforts in reforming inmates, noted that Corps…

Senate Local Content Committee pledges maximum benefits for Nigerians under new leadership

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By James Isaac, Abuja   The Senate Committee on Local Content has pledged to promote the development and utilization of Nigerian content across critical sectors, with the newly appointed Chairman, Senator Joel-Onowokpo Thomas (Delta South), vow to ensure maximum benefits for Nigerians.   Speaking after his assumption of office, Senator Joel-Onowokpo reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to strict adherence to its mandate, particularly in the Oil and Gas sector. He assured that the committee would foster the growth of local businesses, create job opportunities, and develop critical assets and skills in…

Customs, Stakeholders strengthen Anti-Money Laundering measures at Abuja Airport

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intensified efforts to combat money laundering at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, through a high-level stakeholders’ meeting aimed at strengthening enforcement mechanisms.   The meeting, chaired by the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Olumide Adebisi, on Friday, February 21, 2025, brought together key agencies, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Department of State Services (DSS), and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), to develop a coordinated approach in tackling illicit financial flows.   Comptroller…

Dangote crashes petrol price to N860 per litre in Lagos

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly referred to as petrol, by N65.00, from N890 to N825 per litre, effective from 27th February 2025.   Under the new arrangement, buyers in Lagos would purchase fuel at N860 per litre at MRS outlets.   The price adjustment, according to Dangote was designed to provide essential relief to Nigerians in anticipation of the upcoming Ramadan season, while also supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic recovery policy by alleviating the financial burden…

JUST IN: Dangote Refinery reduces petrol price to N825 per litre

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, from N890 to N825 per litre, effective February 27, 2025. The refinery stated that the price adjustment aimed to ease the financial burden on Nigerians, particularly as the country prepares for the upcoming Ramadan season. It also aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic recovery efforts. This marks the second price reduction in February 2025, following an earlier N60 slash at the beginning of the month. In December 2024, Dangote…

Hajiya Sa’adatu Sani Musa honored with Yoruba Traditional title for promoting cultural unity

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The wife of Niger East Senator, Hajiya Sa’adatu Sani Musa 313, has been conferred with the prestigious Yoruba traditional title of “Yeye of Yorubas” in recognition of her generosity and unwavering support for Yoruba cultural activities in Niger State.   The title, which translated to “Lover of the Yorubas,” was bestowed upon her by the Sarkin Yarbawa of Minna, Alhaji Abdulrazak Abdulkarim (Iyayi), in appreciation of her continuous contributions to the Yoruba community within the state. The Yoruba Forum, a prominent socio-cultural group, officially presented the title to her at…

Federal High Court affirms expulsion of PDP South East Vice Chairman, Ali Odefa

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Federal High Court sitting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, has upheld the expulsion of the National Vice Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the South East, Chief Ali Odefa, from the party.   Odefa was initially suspended on October 4, 2024, by the executive committee of his Oguduokwor Ward, Onicha Local Government Area, over alleged anti-party activities. However, he dismissed the suspension and continued to function as the party’s National Vice Chairman in the region.   Following his alleged failure to appear before a disciplinary committee, the ward…

NYSC, National Blood Service Agency strengthen partnership to save lives

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its collaboration with the National Blood Service Agency (NBSA) to help reduce infant and maternal mortality and address other critical health challenges through safe blood donation.   NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, made this known today when he received the Director General of the National Blood Service Agency, Professor Saleh Yuguda, and his team on a courtesy visit to the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.   General Ahmed emphasized that the NYSC remained a…

Northern Group blasts El-Rufai over criticism of Tinubu, says he lacks moral right

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Northern Patriots Forum (NPF) has strongly criticized former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for his recent remarks against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu.   In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Capt. Monday Ishakwu, on Wednesday, the group accused El-Rufai of political hypocrisy, stated that he failed as a governor and has no moral right to attack the Tinubu administration.   El-Rufai, in an interview on Arise Television, had accused President Tinubu and Ribadu of orchestrating his failed ministerial nomination, alleging that…

NYSC, Wema Bank Partner to Boost Corps Members’ Digital Skills

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced plans to expand its ongoing digital training initiative for Corps Members and youths across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones.   The Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, made this known on Monday during the ground-breaking ceremony of an ICT Hub at the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) Training Centre in Kagarko, Kaduna State.   Speaking at the event, General Ahmed commended Wema Bank for its partnership in the project, stressed the need for its speedy completion to enable beneficiaries to…