Olamide Fadoju

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Digital Producer at Nigeria Info FM

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Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price Again, Now ₦835 per Litre

1 week ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

In a fresh move to ease fuel costs, the price has dropped from ₦865 to ₦835 per litre, reflecting a 3.5% decrease. The adjustment comes amid a decline in global crude oil prices, which have fallen from over $70 to around $64 per barrel in recent weeks. This marks the second recent reduction by the refinery, which had earlier brought the price down from ₦880 to ₦865 per litre. Despite that move, marketers failed to pass the savings on to consumers at the pump.
Court Declares Obasa's Removal as Lagos Assembly Speaker Illegal

1 week ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

In its judgment delivered Wednesday, the court invalidated all proceedings and resolutions from the January 13, 2025 session, during which Obasa was ousted and Mojisola Meranda was installed as Speaker. Obasa had taken legal action to challenge his removal, arguing that due process was not followed. The court has now upheld his claim, reinstating him as the legitimate Speaker.
Insecurity: Peter Obi Urges Tinubu to End France Trip and Return Home

1 week ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday, Obi criticized the President’s continued absence while violence escalates in Plateau, Benue, and Zamfara states, and pipeline explosions rock the Niger Delta. “Mr. President, domestic problems beckon,” Obi wrote. “In the two weeks you’ve been away, over 150 Nigerians have lost their lives to insecurity across the country.”Obi expressed concern over the killings, describing the situation as a national emergency.
FULL TEXT: Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers, Suspends Fubara

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern the development with the hope that the parties involved would allow good sense to prevail at the soonest, but all that hope burned out without any solution to the crisis.
Rivers Assembly Moves to Impeach Governor Fubara, Deputy Over Alleged Misconduct

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

According to a notice obtained on Monday, the Assembly stated that the action was taken in compliance with Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and other relevant laws. The development fuels speculation about Governor Fubara’s possible impeachment, especially after the Supreme Court recently recognized 27 lawmakers loyal to former Governor Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Nasir El-Rufai Leaves, Joins SDP

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

“At this point in my political journey, I have come to the conclusion that I must seek another political platform for the pursuit of the progressive values I cherish. I have now decided to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP),” he announced on X (formerly Twitter). El-Rufai revealed that for the past two years, he had privately and publicly expressed concerns about the party’s direction but saw no willingness from the leadership to address these issues.
Nasir El-Rufai Leaves APC, Joins SDP

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

“At this point in my political journey, I have come to the conclusion that I must seek another political platform for the pursuit of the progressive values I cherish. I have now decided to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP),” he announced on X (formerly Twitter). El-Rufai revealed that for the past two years, he had privately and publicly expressed concerns about the party’s direction but saw no willingness from the leadership to address these issues.
Senate Suspends Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for Six Months

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

The Kogi Central senator was suspended during Thursday’s plenary for allegedly violating the Senate Standing Rules. The decision followed the presentation of a report by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, led by Chairman Neda Imasuen. After the report was reviewed, Senate President Akpabio put the recommendations to a voice vote, and the suspension was upheld.
Obasa Reinstated as Lagos Assembly Speaker After Leadership Shakeup

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

Mudashiru Obasa has been reinstated as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, marking a major shift in the Assembly's leadership. Obasa's return to the top position follows a period of internal dispute that briefly saw Mojisola Meranda assume the speakership. On Monday, Meranda resigned from the role and reverted to her former position as Deputy Speaker. Obasa became the speaker after being the sole nominee for the position.
35 Lagos Lawmakers Arrive in Court for Obasa’s Case

1 month ago | nigeriainfo.fm | Olamide Fadoju

Obasa, who was removed as Speaker on January 13, 2025, by at least 36 lawmakers, is challenging the legality of his removal. In a suit filed by his lawyer, Chief Afolabi Fashanu (SAN), the former Speaker argues that his removal took place while he was outside the country. Leading the legal representation for Speaker Meranda and the House is Mr. Tayo Oyetibo (SAN), supported by a team of senior legal practitioners including Mr. Olu Daramola (SAN), Mr. Femi Falana (SAN), Dr. Muiz Banire (SAN), Mrs.