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Nigerians buy kerosene at N1,340 per litre as inflation hits 31.70 percent
The rise in inflation rate to 31.70 per cent in February, has led to an equal increase in price of Household Kerosene (HHK) to N1,340 per litre. This would invariably affects the poor Nigerians on how much they would spend in preparing their meals daily. Data from a newly released report, ‘National Household Kerosene Price Watch’ for February 2024, by…
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FG bans ministers, others from foreign trips
The Federal Government has imposed a temporary ban on all ministers and federal officials of Ministry Departments and Agencies (MDAs) from travelling abroad for public purposes. The decision, according to the federal government, was made due to the increasing cost of travel expenses. According to the government, the directive will be effective from April and will be enforced for an…
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Tinubu urges NASS to exercise restraint in oversight functions
By Innocent Raphael President Bola Tinubu has urged members of the National Assembly to practice moderation when carrying out oversight functions on heads of ministries, departments, and agencies. Addressing attendees at the Ramadan fast-breaking event on Wednesday in Abuja alongside Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and other House leaders, the President emphasized the importance of oversight for upholding transparency and accountability in…
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CJN set to receive N5.39 million monthly
Kunle Sanni, Abuja The House of Representatives passed a bill into law on Wednesday, which sets out the salaries, allowances, and fringe benefits for judicial office holders in Nigeria. The Chief Justice of Nigeria will receive a monthly package of N5,39 million. Other Justices of the Supreme Court will earn a total package of N4,213,192.54, while the President of the…
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Shettima asks NCS to build skilled workforce
…pledges full support to informal sector Vice President Kashim Shettima has tasked members of the reconstituted National Council on Skills (NCS) to focus more on building a skilled workforce in Nigeria. Speaking on Wednesday when he inaugurated the Council at the Presidential Villa, the Vice President outlined the administration’s key strategies for a skilled workforce, such as harmonizing skills development…
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Police crucial in facilitating ease of doing business, says Senator Gaidam
The Honourable Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Giadam has reiterated the role of the police in enabling ease of doing business in Nigeria as it requires a secure and stable society where businesses can operate without the fear of crime, corruption, or undue interference. He stated this during a meeting with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) team…
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N30trn Ways & Means: Emefiele authorized billions of naira in 13 different locations, reveals panel
During the Ways and Means probe that involved N30 trillion, the panel discovered that embattled Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele authorized billions of naira in 13 different locations. The panel stated that, “The Committee of Governors ought to be the signatory to the ways and means account, but in the document we have here, the governor (Emefiele)…
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Olawande lauds NASS for passing NYSC Trust fund bill
Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr. Ayodele Olawande, has applauded the National Assembly over the passage of the NYSC Trust fund bill. Olawande noted that the lawmakers have given a significant boost to the efforts to enhance skill acquisition, training and generally empower graduates who take part in the national youth service scheme. He noted the painstaking legislative process…
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Housing Minister seeks collaboration with Institute of Mortgage Brokers
Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, has sought continuous collaboration with the Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders of Nigeria, (IMBLN), on standard specifications in building of houses by practitioners. The minister said the collaboration would creat a brighter future alongside achieving overall economic growth in the country in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda…
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Senate passes Student Loan Act bill
The Senate on Wednesday passed the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024. The resolution of the Senate followed its consideration of the report of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND that considered the Bill. The chairman of the committee, Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC – Katsina South) presented the report during plenary. President…
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