Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country.
1. Dangote refinery ‘misleading, rogue’ blames NNPCL on N898/litre price claim
Dangote Refinery has denied claims that it sold premium motor spirit (PMS) to Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd NNPCL at N898/litre, calling it misleading and baseless. Read more
2. Hopes of getting cheaper petrol dashed after NNPCL claims to buy from Dangote at N898 per litre
Nigerians’ hopes of getting cheaper petrol may have been dashed as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPCL) has revealed that it is buying petrol from the Dangote Refinery at N898 per litre. The revelation comes amid expectations that the new source of petrol could bring down prices. Read more
3. Abuja van drivers urge Wike to address permit conflicts, double levies
Delivery van drivers in Abuja have appealed to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike over what they allege are unethical practices by some FCT officials. They allege conflicting permits, referred to as “Wike Documents,” and double-crossing allegations made by these officials. Read more
4. Alau Dam Flood: ‘Terrorists may have escaped from Maiduguri prison’ —Governor, Zulum
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum said he was deeply worried that imprisoned Boko Haram terrorists, ISWAP commanders, bandit kingpins and other dangerous terrorists may have escaped from Maiduguri correctional centre following the severe flooding that hit the state capital following the collapse of the Alau Dam. Read more
5. Obi slams President for comparing him to Trump
Peter Obi, the Labor Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has criticized the president’s recent attempts to undermine him by comparing him to former US President Donald Trump. Obi sees the comparison as a clear indication of the government’s weakness. Read more
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6. 2027: Wike’s former media aide says Fubara’s bid for second term ‘unstoppable’
Opunabo Inkor Tariah, former Special Adviser on Media to former Governor Nyesom Wike, has voiced his strong belief that Governor Siminalayi Fubara will secure a second term if he chooses to run in 2027. Read more
7. High Fuel Costs: Edun asks to give Dangote and other refineries time
Following the dashed hopes for a price reduction of premium motor spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol from the Dangote refinery, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Mr. Wale Edun appealed for time to be given for the price of the product to fall. Read more
8. PMAN leadership crisis deepens after treasurer revokes recognition as former NWC member
The Musicians Entrepreneurs Association of Nigeria (PMAN) is facing a deepening leadership crisis as the National Treasurer Mr Baba Ojonugwa (JFO) has officially disavowed the actions of former members of the National Working Committee (NWC). Read more
9. NCoS reports 281 inmates missing after floods in Maiduguri
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has announced that 281 inmates are missing following an evacuation effort triggered by recent floods in Maiduguri. Officers, supported by other security agencies, have moved the inmates to safer facilities. Read more
10. Lookman scores and assists in Atalanta’s win over Fiorentina
Ademola Lookman scored and also provided an assist to help Atalanta beat Fiorentina 3-2 in Serie A on Sunday.Read more
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