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FG may pay N1.68tn fuel subsidy, marketers forecast N900/litre •Petrol price to rise again as naira nears N1,000, crude oil hits $95, IPMAN warns •Operators commend government for subsidy proposal, CSOs oppose fresh subsidy The Federal Government may spend about N1.68tn as subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, from September to December this year, an analysis of data provided by oil marketers and the sector has shown. PMS dealers stated on Thursday that the pump price of petrol should be between N890 to N900/litre based on the fall of the naira against the United States dollar and the surge in the price of crude in the international market. Petrol currently sells at between N598 and N617/litre depending on the location of purchase, fuelling suspicion that the commodity is being subsidised by the Federal Government. The government and the NNPCL have not officially admitted that subsidy on petrol has been reintroduced. President Bola Tinubu had on May 29 announced end...

Academic record: Delay Atiku’s request, Tinubu tells US court President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, filed an emergency motion to stop the Chicago State University, United States, from releasing his academic record to the Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar. Tinubu is seeking a delay in the implementation of the self-effectuating order directing the CSU to comply with Atiku’s subpoenas till Monday. The PUNCH reports that Magistrate Jeffrey Gilbert of the US District Court for Northern District of Illinois, had on Tuesday ordered Tinubu’s alma mater to provide all relevant and non-privileged documents to the applicant, Atiku, within two days. Documents sought by the PDP candidate, through his counsel, Angela Liu, include the record of admission and acceptance at the university, dates of attendance including degrees, awards, and honours attained by Tinubu at the university, among others. The All Progress Congress had dismissed the efforts of the PDP standard bear...

As part of efforts to address the flooding problem at Funmilayo Bus Stop and upstream of Kushoro/Igbayilola Streets in Agege Local Government Area, the Lagos State Government will divert traffic from Iyana Ipaja Road to facilitate the redirection of stormwater and the construction of cross culvert from Saturday, September 23rd, to November 30th, 2023. The alternative routes available for Motorists during the construction period are as follows: I) Traffic from Iyana Ipaja heading towards the Oke Koto axis will be diverted after the Mulero Street intersection to the outward lane for counterflow and will return to the original lane at the next median opening. II) Traffic from Agbotikuyo/Oke Koto axis heading towards Iyana Ipaja will be required to merge into one lane to accommodate counter flow and will revert to two lanes after passing the Ibile Oil and Gas Petrol Filling Station at the Arige Street intersection. ADVISORY Motorists are urged to exercise patience as the diversion and lane...

Nollywood Actress Tonto Dike promised to sponsor late Mohbad's son from primary to secondary schools. Through her Foundation, she will be paying a monthly child support of 100k to the 5 months old boy for one year.

COMMANDER OPERATION SAFE HAVEN VISITS WOUNDED IN ACTION SOLDIERS ON OPERATION HAKORIN DAMISA IV, CONVEYS COAS ASSURANCE OF ADEQUATE MEDICAL TREATMENT The Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) and General Officer Commanding 3 Armoured Division Nigerian Army, Major General AE Abubakar today Wednesday 20 September 2023, visited personnel that were wounded in action during the ongoing Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV at the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) in Jos, Plateau State.  The Commander during the visit, assured the wounded personnel of adequate medical treatment that would enable them recover quickly from the injuries sustained. He said the nation was proud of their selfless service and continued sacrifices toward maintaining peace in the country.  Major General Abubakar disclosed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has directed that comprehensive medical care was imperative for the wounded heroes including further medical therapy ove...

 It’s hard to stay sane, clean in industry, says Korede Bello Nigerian singer, Korede Bello, has revealed the difficulty in staying sane and clean in the entertainment industry. He made this known in a post via his X page on Thursday. According to him, being mentally sound and staying sober in the entertainment industry is very challenging. The singer, however, noted that to help an artiste stay alive, one needs to support them with whatever he or she can. Bello wrote," People don’t understand how hard it is to stay sane in a seemingly crazy industry. It’s even harder when you choose to stay clean. “ So if you want to help an artiste stay alive, contribute to their mental health, support them while they’re still here with whatever you have, even if all you have are your kind words. You may not love their art, but you can choose to love the soul of the artist in the human being.”

UniJos reduces undergraduate school charges Following a meeting with the expanded Students Union Government Executives of the University of Jos, the Management of the University has approved a further revision in the school charges structure payable by Undergraduate students of the institution from the 2022/2023 Academic Session. The main charges for Returning Students who are not offering GST courses have been reduced from N150,000.00 to N95,000.00 while N100,000.00 will be paid by Returning Students offering GST courses. The University Administration also approved payment by instalment based on the framework agreed upon by the stakeholders. Abdullahi Abdullahi, the institution’s Senior Deputy Registrar (Information and Publications) confirmed the development and gave explanation. He said, “In view of its commitment to carry all stakeholders along following the University’s earlier decision to review its School Charges structure, the University Administration has made additional conce...

A psychologist has stated that the secret to her happy marriage is being able to date other people. Dr Lori Beth Bisbey had previously been in a monogamous marriage until she discovered that the ‘’key'' to a successful relationship for her was dating others. The 60-year-old US native who now lives in Scotland, explained how she changed her relationship style when she realized that she was bis£xual and didn't want to 'give up a large part of [her] s£xuality' by being committed to just one person. Lori Beth and her husband both identify as polyamorous - meaning that a person can engage in more than one committed romantic relationship at the same time. She has now opened up about how she navigates the lifestyle with her husband, 66, who she has been with for 14 and a half years, 9 of those years as husband and wife. She said: 'We both were non-monogamous when we got together and agreed that was how our relationship would be run. 'We both love it as we get more ...

Kwara Govt Launches Distribution Of Textbooks, Sports Kits For Public Schools Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has inaugurated distribution of instructional materials and sports kits to pupils of public basic schools across the 16 local governments of the state. The gesture, according to the Governor, was part of the administration's plan to enhance educational standards, and reduce the burden on parents amid economic reality in the country. This comes a day after the administration opened bids for the 2020 FGN-UBEC/SUBEB intervention projects, where at least 215 contractors had signified interest. AbdulRazaq, represented at the event by the Deputy Governor, Mr. Kayode Alabi, said the programme was also aimed at repositioning basic education in the area of sporting activities, and to provide pupils/students with good and sound health. He appreciated key stakeholders working round the clock in ensuring the success of all programmes of the administration, with particular r...

Sultan Inaugurates 10.2km Road in Bayelsa,  Emphasizes Nation's Unity in Diversity  The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has enjoined Nigerians to remain united and work towards peace and progress of the country. He stated this in Yenagoa shortly before inaugurating phase two of the ten point two kilometer Glory Drive Dual Carriageway project. The Sultan had earlier on arrival at the Bayelsa Airport visited the State Traditional Rulers Council where he reiterated the need for peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians. He noted that the diversity in the nation was a source of strength, urging Nigerians to unite and work for the development of the country. The Sultan who stated that it was only through unity Nigeria could achieve her potential, commended the Bayelsa state government and the contractor for completing the road project and maintaining standards, urging the people to support and pray for their leaders to succeed. Governor Douye Diri in an address said the cu...

NEMA Sensitize Stakeholders On Flood Management The North East zonal office of the National Emergency Management Agency NEMA has organised a one-day sensitisation programme on flood management.  Zonal Coordinator Sirajo Garba said the programme was organised to strengthen synergy between the Agency and other stakeholders towards mitigating the effect of flood in Borno state and the entire region.  He explained that the Zonal office had carried out vulnerability test of flood prone areas across the state and had been sensitising people living on water ways and river banks to relocate to safer locations.  Alhaji Sirajo however expressed concern that some communities in parts of the metropolis have converted drainage networks constructed by the state government into waste disposal point, noting that its one of the contributing factors of flooding.  He commended the state government for embarking on desilting of drainage networks across the state and called on the public...

Over 70 Nigerians Awarded Hungarian Scholarships Federal Government has awarded postgraduate and undergraduate Hungarian scholarships to 72 Nigerians. The scholars would be departing Nigeria on September 22 and 23, 2023. Minister of State for Education, Dr. Yusuf Sununu, at a pre-departure briefing with the beneficiaries in Abuja on Thursday, urged them to protect the image of the country. Sununu also tasked them to continue to portray the good qualities they have been exposed to and be willing to learn and relearn as they begin the first phase of their life journeys. According to the minister, in spite of the global economic meltdown, the numbers of development partners have increased and many of them now offer scholarships to Nigerians. He listed the active countries to include Hungary, China, Algeria, Romania, Morocco, Serbia, Mexico, Egypt and others non regulars including Macedonia, Poland, South Korea, Greece, Japan, Tunisia and Turkey. “In order to reciprocate their good gesture...

 OPEN LETTER TO FIRST LADY FROM MR. PRESIDENT Happy 63rd birthday to the love of my life, Oluremi.  My trusted partner in every venture, and the one special person who has consistently filled my days with joy and laughter over 36 amazing years.  Today is not only a day to mark another year of your purposeful life but a beautiful reminder of the journey we have embarked upon together.  Through all these years, we have shared in the uncertainty of dangerous, but principled stands against tyranny. Many can not fully appreciate the sacrifices you made for us during that harrowing, dark era, but I do and always will. We have experienced adventure, love, and laughter. We have celebrated victories, and we have wrestled down the monster of defeat, and we have done all in an inextricable bond. Our bond has only grown stronger through thick and thin, and our love and commitment to each other has only deepened with time.  Thank you for being the ever-present sunshine that ...

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU TO UN SECRETARY-GENERAL: WE MUST NOT USE HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCACY AS A WEAPON TO STOP AFRICAN NATIONS FROM TAKING STEPS NEEDED TO REFORM THEIR ECONOMIES President Bola Tinubu asserted, on Wednesday in New York, that African nations will no longer accept a situation in which human rights advocacy is used by wealthy and powerful nations to stop developing economies from dealing decisively with malign actors who illicitly siphon and smuggle out the continent's vast mineral resources while smuggling in western-made weapons, which enrich the wealthiest economies in the world at the parasitic expense of African stability and wealth creation. The President said this while meeting with United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, at his UN Headquarters Office in New York City. "We are facing the great challenge of scavengers ravaging our lands and oppressing our people on illegal mines—taking our gold and mineral wealth back to developed ...