The Federal Government has established the Mahmud Yayale Ahmed-led Expanded Negotiation Committee for Tertiary Institutions to resolve disputes with academic and non-academic unions. This move aims to address the ongoing issues between the government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, stated that the committee’s establishment is to harmonize negotiation processes under a unified framework, ensuring institutional continuity and sector-wide inclusiveness. “President Tinubu’s message is clear all our children must remain in school. This is the Renewed Hope Agenda in action,” Dr. Alausa emphasized. The committee will engage all stakeholders collectively to achieve…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
Nigeria’s petrol imports have dropped to their lowest point in at least eight years, according to data from Kpler. The country imported 116,000 barrels per day of petrol by sea in September, down from 154,000 barrels per day in August. This marks the smallest volume since 2017. The decline in imports is attributed to the ramp-up of the Dangote refinery, which has reduced the country’s reliance on foreign petrol supplies. “A large part of the slowdown in Nigeria’s gasoline imports is due to the ramp-up of the Dangote refinery,” said Samantha Hartke, a Vortexa analyst. Northwest Europe will have to…
PENGASSAN has responded to Vice President Kashim Shettima’s criticism of its industrial action against the Dangote refinery. The union insists that its actions are justified and will repeat the strike if provoked again. PENGASSAN President Festus Osifo stated that the nation’s importance surpasses that of both Dangote and the Presidency. The dispute between PENGASSAN and the Dangote refinery centers on the sacking of union members. The refinery claims the dismissals were part of a staff reorganization, while PENGASSAN alleges that its members were unfairly targeted. Shettima described the Dangote refinery as a national asset and urged stakeholders to support its…
The Federal Government has warned that it will not renew the licenses of electricity distribution companies (DisCos) that fail to meet performance expectations when their current licenses expire in 2028. Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, made this announcement during a power sector session at the Nigerian Economic Summit 2025 in Abuja. The minister emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring that DisCos meet their obligations, stating that “those that have not demonstrated technical expertise, financial stability, or commitment to national interest will be replaced.” He also mentioned that the government plans to meter every household within the next…
President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria to immediately reduce the cost of the 2026 Hajj fares that were recently announced. The Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadeija, made this known while briefing State House correspondents after a meeting with NAHCON officials at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The new fare range is expected to be between ₦7.6 million and ₦7.7 million. According to Hadeija, the president believes that pilgrims should enjoy the benefits of the current improved exchange rate. The previous fares announced by NAHCON were ₦8,318,336.67 for the Maiduguri Yola…
France has entered another wave of political crisis after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned just 27 days into office following widespread criticism of his newly formed cabinet and the refusal of opposition parties to support his government. The sudden resignation has deepened an already fragile situation in the country’s divided parliament. Lecornu stepped down only hours after unveiling his cabinet lineup. Speaking outside the Hôtel de Matignon, he said that political factions behaved “as if they had an absolute majority” and that he had been “ready for compromise but all parties wanted the other party to adopt their programmes in…
Lagos State has licensed two new power distribution companies, Excel Distribution Company Limited and IE Energy Lagos Limited, marking a major shift in the state’s electricity market. With the new approval, Eko Electricity Distribution Plc and Ikeja Electric Plc have ceased to operate as distribution companies within Lagos. The move follows the state’s determination to create a more competitive and efficient electricity sector that can better serve its residents. At the official signing ceremony, Folake Soetan represented IE Energy Lagos Limited, while Sheri Adegbenro signed on behalf of Excel Distribution Company Limited. The chairman of the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory…
A devastating incident occurred on Sunday evening in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, claiming the lives of five siblings. The boat carrying a family of seven capsized in Obagaji, the local government headquarters, resulting in the deaths of the five children. According to eyewitnesses, the boat was overloaded when it lost balance and overturned in the water. The father, Mr. Moses Baba, was traveling with his six children when the canoe capsized midstream while returning from their farm. Unfortunately, five of the children drowned before help could arrive. The father and one child survived the tragedy. Local divers…
The Federal Government has explained that its decision to implement a cashless policy at Nigerian airports is part of efforts to improve efficiency, strengthen transparency, and enhance passenger convenience. The policy is being implemented through the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, FAAN, which recently launched the FAAN Airport Contactless Card in Abuja. Speaking at the official launch, the Director of Commercial and Business Development, Ms Adebola Agunbiade, said the initiative marks a major step toward transforming Nigeria’s airports into globally competitive and technology-driven hubs. “For years, our airport revenue points, from access gates to car parks and lounges, have relied…
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to thoroughly verify the academic certificates of all political candidates ahead of future elections. He said the move is necessary to ensure credibility and restore trust in Nigeria’s democratic process. In a statement released on his verified X account on Monday, Obi urged the electoral body and other relevant institutions to adopt stricter vetting procedures before clearing any aspirant for elective office. He said that the widespread forgery of academic qualifications has continued to weaken the moral foundation of governance. “It is…
The Federal Government has declared that the interest of Nigeria outweighs any group or union, including the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN. This position came as the government reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the multibillion-dollar Dangote Refinery project as a key national asset capable of transforming the country’s energy sector. Vice President Kashim Shettima made the statement on Monday during the opening session of the 2025 Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja. He emphasized that the government would not allow any industrial dispute or vested interest to undermine the progress of the Dangote Refinery, describing the…
The United States government has unveiled a new initiative offering unaccompanied migrant children aged 14 and above a payment of $2,500 if they voluntarily return to their home countries. The plan, which emerged from a memo circulated by the Department of Health and Human Services, is designed to “assist in resettlement support” for minors currently in federal custody. According to officials, the stipend will be paid only after the child arrives safely in their country of origin. The program targets migrant teenagers in shelters or federal holding centers, excluding those already released or children from Mexico. Officials stated that the…