Is petrol still subsidized?
THE Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr. Ibe Kachikwu, informed newsmen in Abuja, on 17 December, 2015, that the Federal Government would focus on price modulation of petroleum products to ensure efficiency and regular supply of products; price modulation, according to the Minister, has nothing to do with the removal or existence of subsidy.
$30b loan: It’s equity or no deal
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari’s plan to borrow $30 billion foreign loan has been unveiled, and will soon be tabled before the National Assembly for approval. If his intention sails through, it will be the single largest loan tranche in the history of Nigeria.
Boko Haram kills 5 soldiers, 4 civilians in Borno
The Nigeria Army says suspected Boko Haram terrorists ambushed and killed five soldiers, three vigilantes and one Civilian JTF in Borno on Saturday.
Labour sends salary review proposal to employers’ federation
ORGANISED Labour weekend in Otta, Ogun State, said it sent a proposal to employers’ federation on the aegis of Chemical and Non-Metallic Products Employers’ Federation, CANMPEF, for a review of existing conditions of service and upward review of workers’ salaries and other benefits to cushion the effect of economic recession.
NPA’s N400m trapped in ASSO Mortgage Bank
OVER N400 million belonging to the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, is currently trapped in ASSO Savings and Loans, a mortgage bank in Nigeria.
Suspended Onojie of Uromi reconciles with Okoebor
THE suspended Onojie of Uromi, His Royal Highness Anselm O Aidenojie II, has reconciled with Mrs. Betty Okoebor, who he allegedly assaulted on September 28, 2016.
US polls narrow as Clinton grapples with email fallout
The race for the White House narrowed noticeably on Sunday as Hillary Clinton sought to shake off a renewed FBI probe of her emails and Donald Trump blitzed western states nine days ahead of the vote.
Cultural extravaganza, as Gov. Okowa opens Isoko day in Lagos
The rich cultural heritage of Isoko nation,the third largest ethnic group in Delta State will be on display as they celebrate the 2016 Isoko Day in Lagos. The high profile event which will bring all the sons and daughters of Isoko nation together is scheduled to hold on November 5th 2016 at the National Stadium, Surulere.
Group wants Judiciary to prevent chaos
The Coalition for Stable Democracy, CSD, an alliance of pro-democracy groups, has urged the Judiciary to use the opportunity of the current case of the PDP in Ondo state to re-assure the people that democracy can work in the country, by ensuring that justice is done in Eyitayo Jegede’s matter.
Mourinho’s problems mount
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is sweating on a SECOND FA charge after he was sent off during the draw with Burnley on Saturday.
Return your loots and enjoy God’s mercies – cleric tells treasury looters
A cleric in Taraba, Rev. Fr Charles Nyameh, has admonished looters of Nigeria’s treasury, to return their loots in exchange for God’s mercies.
