Nigerian famous entertainer and socio-political activist Charles Oputa, known by his stage name, Charly Boy, has thrown his weight behind the decision of President Bola Tinubu to remove fuel subsidy. There has been public outcry over the skyrocketed new pump price of petroleum products following the removal of the subsidy. The Petroleum Motor Spirit, PMS, … Continue reading Charly Boy backs Tinubu administration on fuel subsidy removal
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Nigerian lawmaker using electric bicycle to identify with the masses over fuel price hike
A member of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Haruna Jilantikiri, has opted for an electric bicycle, instead of a car due to the high cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), otherwise called petrol, MEZIESBLOG learnt. The lawmaker, who is also the Chief Whip of the state House of Assembly was on Thursday sighted on … Continue reading Nigerian lawmaker using electric bicycle to identify with the masses over fuel price hike
NLC postpones protest for fuel subsidy removal
The Nigeria Labour Congress says it has no plan to hold any nationwide protest on Friday against the present hike in price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) popularly known as petrol caused by subsidy removal. The Congress said though it was outraged by what it described as “mindless price increase which is intended to bring … Continue reading NLC postpones protest for fuel subsidy removal
Diezani reveals battle with aggressive breast cancer, surgery
A former minister of petroleum resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has told an Abuja High Court that she has not been in Nigeria since May 2015 because of cancer treatment. This was revealed in a writ of summons against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the attorney-general of the federation (AGF). Alison-Madueke is asking for … Continue reading Diezani reveals battle with aggressive breast cancer, surgery
Buhari takes incoming President, Tinubu on tour of presidential villa
President Muhammadu Buhari and his successor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu were on Friday, spotted together going round the Presidential Villa. The tour around the seat of power is to familiarise the incoming President, with the workings of the State House, from where he would preside over the affairs of Nigeria. This comes ahead of the May … Continue reading Buhari takes incoming President, Tinubu on tour of presidential villa
WE GAVE OUR BEST: Nigeria’s president Buhari thanks Ministers, State House Staff
The President said after his eight-year administration, he will have time to do some things like his favorite pastime of taking care of cattle. President Muhammadu Buhari (centre) and members of his cabinet at the State House in Abuja on May 24, 2023. Photo: State House President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday in Abuja thanked his … Continue reading WE GAVE OUR BEST: Nigeria’s president Buhari thanks Ministers, State House Staff
Top news in Nigeria today 23/05/2023
1. The Federal Government may save about N35tn in fiscal expenditure within the next five years with the commencement of operations at the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals. The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, disclosed this on Monday during the ceremony to inaugurate the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemical facility in Ibeju-Lekki, … Continue reading Top news in Nigeria today 23/05/2023
SCAMMED: Trump’s reaction to Durham FBI report
Former President Trump on Monday hailed the findings of Justice Department special counsel John Durham, whose final report after a four-year investigation was deeply critical of the FBI’s investigation into Trump’s 2016 campaign, MEZIESBLOG reports citing The Hill. “WOW! After extensive research, Special Counsel John Durham concludes the FBI never should have launched the Trump-Russia … Continue reading SCAMMED: Trump’s reaction to Durham FBI report
Which dictator is the worst in history after Hitler?
Hitler wasn’t the worst dictator in history. Studies show that Pol Pot, who led Cambodia between 1976-1978, is one of the worst dictators ever! His claims to infamy: Killed more people in proportion to the size of the nation than any other dictator Killed most people in shortest timeframe Destroyed the economy of Cambodia Destroyed … Continue reading Which dictator is the worst in history after Hitler?
Top news in Nigeria today 14/05/2023
Good evening! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Nigerian Labour Congress on Saturday said it was looking forward to holding a meeting with the incoming administration of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, over matters relating to the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol. It, however, insisted that its position on … Continue reading Top news in Nigeria today 14/05/2023
Met Police expresses ‘regret’ over handling of anti-monarchy protesters
Shadow levelling up secretary Lisa Nandy said that something had 'gone wrong' following the arrests of six anti-monarchy protesters ahead of the King's coronation. Last night (Monday) the Met expressed 'regret' over the arrests which meant the demonstraters couldn't join the wider protests during King Charles' Coronation. A chief inspector and two other officers personally … Continue reading Met Police expresses ‘regret’ over handling of anti-monarchy protesters
Top news in Nigeria today 9/05/2023
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The legal battle to overturn the election victory of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, commenced on Monday, with the Presidential Election Petitions Court promising to deliver justice ‘’for those deserving it.’’ The long-awaited pre-hearing proceeding, which was held at the Court of Appeal, Abuja, was presided over … Continue reading Top news in Nigeria today 9/05/2023
Nyesom Wike criticized for naming new Rivers courthouse after wife
Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike is under fire for naming a new courthouse in the state after his wife, Suzette Eberechi. “Every day, people say Wike you are generous. If I’m generous to myself, is it bad? So, as I am leaving, let me also name that one (courthouse) after my wife”, he said. The Magistrate … Continue reading Nyesom Wike criticized for naming new Rivers courthouse after wife
Top news in Nigeria today 1/05/2023
Good evening! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, yesterday told the opposition parties to stop complaining about the 2023 presidential election and accept defeat, describing claims that the elections were rigged as “fraudulent”. 2. The Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Sudan, Safiu Olaniyan, has decried … Continue reading Top news in Nigeria today 1/05/2023
UK government threatens legal action as nurses plan to embark on strike this week
The UK government has announced it will take legal action against the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), over its planned 48-hour strike this weekend. It comes after RCN members declined the government's NHS pay offer ten days ago, leading the nursing union to announce new strike action and seek fresh negotiations. Health Secretary Steve Barclay … Continue reading UK government threatens legal action as nurses plan to embark on strike this week
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