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New NNPCL Fuel Prices For Lagos, Abuja, Others *Full List, State By State

Sep 8, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

New petrol prices have been rolled out by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL), starting from Tuesday September 3, 2024. The prices varies from state to state, Blueprint reports. This was disclosed in a short message from the corporation to various branch NNPCL filling stations. List of prices for states Lagos sites - 618 868 Lekki1,Lekki2, Idiroko- 619 869 Badagry - 625 879 Shagamu - 635 885 Rivers,A/Ibom,S/East.
PDP Govs Condemn Wike's 'Irresponsible' Threats Against Colleagues

Sep 8, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have fiercely responded to recent comments made by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who threatened to "put fire" in PDP-controlled states whose governors align with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
If The NWC Recognizes Wike As The Leader Of Rivers PDP; The Congress Is A Success -Dan Ulasi

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

In an interview with Arise News, Dan Ulasi, former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, provided insight into the circumstances surrounding Minister Nyesom Wike's recognition as the PDP leader in Rivers State. Ulasi revealed that the National Working Committee's recognition of Wike was conditional upon their ability to access and engage with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who has been preparing to run for election under a different party.
My Refinery Was Tinubu's Dream 18 Years Ago

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

The founder of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote has said his hair went grey due to efforts to set up his refinery. Dangote also disclosed that the refinery was a brainchild of President Bola Tinubu. Addressing newsmen on Tuesday, Dangote said Tinubu dreamt about establishing a refinery in Lagos State about 18 years ago. According to Dangote: "There are no limits to how far I can travel, ours is to make our country and Africa proud; the journey just started and we will continue.
129 Killed In Attempted Prison Break

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

No fewer than 129 were feared killed in the Democratic Republic of Congo during an attempted prison break. Congolese Interior Minister, Jacquemain Shabani, who made this known via his X handle on Tuesday, said authorities shot dead 24 inmates of the Makala prison in the capital Kinshasa, while dozens of others were suffocated or trampled to death. Shabani said some female prisoners were raped during the chaos on Monday night, adding that at least 59 people were also injured.
Demand Transparency From NNPCL On Petrol Subsidy Payments, Peter Obi Urges Nigerians

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has called on Nigerians to demand greater transparency from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) concerning the actual status of petrol subsidy payments. Obi raised his concerns in a statement released on Tuesday, pointing to conflicting reports that have left the public unclear about the company's operations.
We're Not Responsible For HND Admissions

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has said it is not responsible for the admission process for higher national diploma, HND, students. JAMB said this in a statement by its Spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, adding that it has no involvement, authority, or control over the admissions process for HND candidates. According to the statement, JAMB is also not responsible for other higher institutions' programmes besides their regular admissions.
Court Strikes Out Bid To Stop Accord Party's National Convention

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a suit seeking to stop the National Convention of the Accord Party aimed at electing national officers for the party. Justice Peter Lifu threw out the suit while delivering a ruling on an ex-parte application brought before him by the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the party. The BoT members are Rev Isaac Adebayo Adeniyi, Innocent Igboekwe, Prince Joseph James, Jamilu Abass, Dalhatu Liman, and Alhaji Bashiru Akanbi as 1st to 6th applicants.
Zamfara Govt Seeks NYSC Support In Fight Against Drug Abuse, Human Trafficking

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

The Zamfara State Government has called for collaboration with the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, in the fight against drug abuse and human trafficking. Pharmacist Ishaq Ibrahim Anka, Executive Secretary of the Zamfara State Substance Abuse Control and Human Trafficking Agency, made the call during a courtesy visit to the NYSC Secretariat on Monday. Anka described drug abuse and human trafficking as two of the world's largest criminal enterprises that affect people of all ages.
Super Eagles Kick Off Preparations In Uyo Ahead Crucial AFCON Qualifiers

Sep 3, 2024 | newsngr.com.ng | Osamu Oba

Gifted MarksonThe Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially opened their camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as they gear up for their pivotal Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda. The Nigerian national team, under the guidance of interim coach Austin Eguavoen, is leaving no stone unturned in their quest to secure a spot in next year's tournament in Morocco.