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PDP Criticizes APC Government Led by Tinubu for Damaging Nigerian Economy; PDP States Fuel Price Should Be N150 Per Litre

Following the recent increase in the pump price of fuel from N534 to N617 per litre, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government. In a statement, PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, expressed outrage at the new price, describing it as provocative. The party emphasized that the removal of subsidy on petroleum products, coupled with the country's refining capacity, should result in a fuel price of N150 per litre. The party insisted that the N617 per litre fuel price is excessive and unjustifiable. It criticized the APC administration for neglecting the welfare of Nigerians, leading to economic instability, plummeting currency value, and the shutdown of businesses and production. The PDP also attributed the dire econ...

2Nov

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APC State Governors Meet to Select New Chairman Following Abdullahi Adamu’s Resignation

After Senator Abdullahi Adamu's resignation as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Sunday night, the party's governors are currently in a crucial meeting to discuss the party's affairs. Present at the meeting, which is taking place at the Imo State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro Abuja, are Senator Hope Uzodinma of Imo state, Dapo Abiodun of Ogun state, Umar Bago of Niger, Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi, and Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara. Also in attendance are Acting Ondo State Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa, Fr. Hyacinth Alia of Benue, Una Sani of Kaduna, Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, and Dikko Radda of Katsina. Earlier in the week, the National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling party postponed the National Caucus and National Executive Co...

2Nov

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Top Nigerian Workers Walk Out of Meeting with President Tinubu’s Delegation, Accusing Them of Treating Them Like Children

On Friday, the top leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress abruptly left the meeting of the Presidential Steering Committee on subsidy palliatives at the presidential villa in Abuja. The President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, led his delegation to the Chief of Staff's office for the scheduled meeting at 5pm but they soon departed from the villa. Earlier in the week, the Steering Committee had met with a government delegation where both parties agreed to reconvene on Friday to receive updates from the three subcommittees tasked with addressing various demands. The Steering Committee was established by the government to develop palliatives to alleviate the impact of fuel subsidy removal on workers. However, the meeting could not proceed as some members stated that there was not enough present ...

2Nov

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President Tinubu To Make Nationwide Broadcast Today Amid Hardship In Nigeria

President Tinubu is set to address the nation today in the midst of economic challenges following the removal of fuel subsidies. The special adviser to the President, Dele Alake, announced that the broadcast will take place at 7 pm and urged television, radio stations, and other electronic media outlets to broadcast the address. This comes as the Nigeria Labour Congress plans a nationwide strike in protest against the rising cost of living due to the fuel subsidy removal. The government will hold a meeting with labour representatives today to try to prevent the planned strike. Despite this, the NLC has advised citizens to prepare for the potential strike by stocking up on essential supplies.

2Nov

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President Tinubu Sends Second List Of Ministerial Nominees To Nigerian Senate

President Bola Tinubu has presented his second batch of ministerial nominees to the senate through his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Wednesday. Gbajabiamila, along with Senator Hassan Hadejia, delivered the list to the Red Chamber while the screening of Lateef Fagbemi, a nominee from Kwara State, was ongoing. This submission comes after the Senate had previously screened 25 nominees from the first list, with three more nominees yet to undergo the process. Last Thursday, Gbajabiamila had submitted the initial list with 28 nominees and expressed the intention to forward additional names. The exact number of nominees on the second list remains unknown until Senate President Godswill Akpabio discloses the details.

2Nov

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FULL LIST: Names Of Ministerial Nominees In Second Batch Sent In By President Tinubu

President Tinubu has sent a second batch of ministerial nominees to the Nigerian senate for screening. The list was transmitted on Wednesday through Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff, accompanied by Senator Hassan Hadejia, the Deputy Chief of Staff. In the first batch, the Senate had already screened 25 nominees, with three more to go at the time of this report. Last Thursday, Gbajabiamila had submitted the initial list of 28 nominees to the upper chamber and mentioned that additional names would be forwarded. The 19 names transmitted on Wednesday are as follows: - Ahmed Tijani Gwarzo - Bosun Tijani - Maryam Shetty - Isiak Salako - Tunji Alausa - Yusuf Tanko Sununu - Adegboyega Oyetola - Atiku Bagudu - Bello Matawalle - Ibrahim Geidam - Simon Lalong - Lola Ade-John - Proince Shuaibu...

2Nov

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Tinubu’s Ministerial List Contains Same Characters Who Have Failed Nigerians; We Need Clinical Revolution – Sowore

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was criticized by Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, stating that Tinubu did not make proper preparations to lead or govern Nigeria. Besides, Sowore revealed that Tinubu's list of cabinet ministers comprised individuals who had previously failed the country and its citizens, suggesting that no significant change would occur. According to Sowore, a government of national unity should appoint credible and competent citizens. He expressed opinions on various issues, such as the 2023 elections, government policies, the list of ministers, and the removal of the heads of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Central Bank of Nigeria. Furthermore, Sowore expressed skepticism about the ongoing election tribunals, c...

2Nov

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Tinubu And I Had No Idea How Maryam Shetty’s Name Made Ministerial List —Ganduje, APC Chairman

In a recent revelation, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Abdullahi Ganduje, has explained that the public outcry on social media against Maryam Shetty’s appointment was the reason for her removal from the ministerial nominee list. Shetty, who was initially nominated from Kano State, was replaced by Mariya Mahmoud Mairiga Bunkure, as stated in a letter read by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on behalf of President Bola Tinubu. Ganduje, in a radio interview with select stations in Kano, revealed that Shetty's removal was prompted by doubts raised on her suitability for the role, particularly on social media. He emphasized the influence of social media in shaping public opinion. According to Ganduje, the criteria for ministerial appoint...

2Nov

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Niger Coup: Orji Kalu Advises Tinubu to Withdraw Nigeria from ECOWAS Instead of Succumbing to Pressure for War from US and France

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, the former governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, has offered advice to President Bola Tinubu. Kalu suggests that Nigeria should consider withdrawing its membership from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) instead of giving in to pressure from the US and France to engage in what he views as an unnecessary military confrontation with the junta in Niger Republic. Speaking on Thursday in response to ECOWAS' decision to deploy a standby force against the junta following an emergency summit in Abuja, Kalu expressed his concerns and urged President Tinubu to disregard the wishes of Western nations. According to Kalu, the US and France are attempting to instigate Nigeria into a war with the military ...

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President Tinubu’s Cabinet: Full List of Ministers and Their Designations

The Senate has cleared the ministers who will be working with President Bola Tinubu, and their designations have been unveiled by the Nigerian Presidency. Here is the complete list of ministers and their respective designations released on Wednesday: Minister Of Communications, Innovation And Digital Economy: Bosun Tijani Minister Of State, Environment And Ecological Management: Ishak Salako Minister Of Finance And Coordinating Minister Of The Economy: Wale Edun Minister Of Marine And Blue Economy: Bunmi Tunji-Ojo Minister Of Power: Adebayo Adelabu Minister Of State, Health And Social Welfare: Tunji Alausa Minister Of Solid Minerals Development: Dele Alake Minister Of Tourism: Lola Ade-John Minister Of Transportation: Adegboyega Oyetola Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment: Dor...