The Dangote Refinery has refuted recent claims by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Petroleum Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) that they can import Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at prices lower than those offered by the refinery. The Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina said the allegations by IPMAN and PETROAN are misleading and detrimental to Nigeria’s domestic refining industry. “We benchmark our prices against international standards, and we believe they are competitive relative to import prices,” Chiejina stated. “If anyone claims they can land PMS at a cheaper price, they are…
Author: Abdoulaye Kay
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned the Provost of the Federal College of Education (Technical) (FCET) Gusau, Hauwau Abdulkarim, and a lecturer with the Sokoto State College of Education (SSCE), Abdullahi Boyi over alleged certificate forgery. The Acting Director of Public Enlightenment and Education of the Commission, Demola Bakare said the duo were arraigned on a six-count charge, registered as charge No. SS/213c/2024, before the State High Court Justice Muhammad Aliyu Sambo. According to him, the two defendants forged an appointment letter and used it to apply for the position of Provost at the…
The Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioners’ Forum (ABMPF) has joined the growing national and international outcry against the alleged inhuman treatment of 76 young men, some reportedly juveniles, who were recently arraigned in Abuja on charges of treason. The Forum expressed shock and dismay at images showing the youths, visibly malnourished and showing signs of physical mistreatment, as they were paraded before the court. In a statement released by the ABMPF Chairman, Abdullahi Yelwa, the Forum condemned what it described as “an irresponsible act of inhumanity” on the part of the Nigerian police. “This will forever be a stain on our…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has issued a statement clarifying recent claims made by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) regarding payments for refined petroleum products. According to the refinery, it has not received any direct payments from IPMAN for petrol or other refined products. In response to reports suggesting that IPMAN members are encountering difficulties accessing refined products from the refinery, Dangote Petroleum Refinery explained that it currently has no direct business arrangements with IPMAN. The refinery noted that any payments IPMAN members have made were directed through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and not to…
Civil society organizations across Nigeria are united in their condemnation of an assault committed by Mr. Alex Ikwechegh, a member of the House of Representatives, against Mr. Stephen Abuwatseya, a Bolt driver in Abuja. The incident, which took place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, was captured in a viral video, showing Ikwechegh verbally and physically assaulting Abuwatseya after the driver politely requested him to collect a package outside his home. According to reports, Ikwechegh, who represents the Aba North and South Federal Constituency, not only refused to pay for the driver’s service but also unleashed a tirade, claiming to be…
Former INEC Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega, on Wednesday urged the Nigerian government to approach advice from the Bretton Woods institutions—particularly the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank—with caution. Jega emphasized the importance of engaging with these institutions but warned against implementing their recommendations without a critical evaluation, as this could lead to long-term economic challenges. Speaking at the 2024 Annual Directors’ Conference organized by the Chartered Institute of Directors of Nigeria (CIoD), themed “Good Governance as a Catalyst for Economic Recovery, Growth, and Development,” Jega also underscored the need for reform in Nigeria’s leadership recruitment process, citing that…
In the heart of West Africa, Nigeria stands as a nation rich in cultural diversity, natural resources, and potential. Yet, despite these advantages, the country grapples with a paradoxical reality: a growing population faced with biting hunger and an escalating cost of living. The interplay of these two phenomena not only threatens the livelihoods of millions but also poses a significant challenge to national stability and development. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Hunger in Nigeria is not merely a consequence of food scarcity; it is a multifaceted issue exacerbated by economic, social, and political factors. According to the World Food Programme, approximately…
I do not understand the Yoruba language by any stretch of the imagination, therefore any hidden meaning of the word ‘EMILOKAN’ apart from its literal meaning, is completely lost on me. I was told that it was the slogan of then-ordinary Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and it is still his slogan even as he is now the President and Commander in Chief of Nigeria. I also understand the meaning of the word to be, ‘It is my time’. By Abdu Labaran It should by now be obvious that what the President meant by the slogan ‘ Emilokan’ is a revenge mission…
The Kebbi State Chapter of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on stakeholders to keep politics out of the case between the Kebbi State Government and Al-Mustapha Jokolo. On Monday, October 28, 2024, the Court of Appeal, Sokoto Division, reaffirmed its earlier judgment on the illegal dethronement of the 19th Emir of Gwandu, Al-Mustapha Jokolo. Jokolo was dethroned as Emir of Gwandu by the Kebbi State Government under the leadership of the then Governor Muhammadu Adamu Aliero in June 2005. In the Appeal Court judgement delivered on Monday, Justice Tobi expressed satisfaction with the earlier judgment passed by Justice…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has expressed grave concern over the recent Federal High Court ruling that prevents the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and other financial institutions from disbursing monthly allocations to the Rivers State Government. In a statement signed by CISLAC’s Executive Director, Auwal Rafsanjani, the organization warned that judicial decisions of this nature pose serious risks to Nigeria’s democracy, economic stability, and public confidence in the judiciary. “It is deeply troubling that certain judicial rulings appear to serve the interests of a select few, undermining the rule of law and the foundational principles of Nigeria’s…