FG, NLC Meeting on Fuel Subsidy Ends Deadlocked; Tinubu, APC Oppose BVAS Evidence in Presidential Tribunal | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG, NLC Meeting on Fuel Subsidy Ends Deadlocked; Tinubu, APC Oppose BVAS Evidence in Presidential Tribunal | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss FG, NLC Meeting on Fuel Subsidy Ends Deadlocked The highly anticipated meeting between the Federal Government and the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) regarding the removal of fuel subsidies has concluded without reaching an agreement. Held at... Read More

February 10, 2023

Tinubu is my candidate, vote him – Buhari tells Nigerians; PDP has brought us shame, should not retain power – Ayu slips up at PDP Kano rally | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: Tinubu is my candidate, vote him – Buhari tells Nigerians President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday declared the All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu as his candidate in the February 25th election. To this end,... Read More

February 7, 2023

One killed as Ogun residents protest, vandalise Bank ATMs over naira and fuel scarcity

Protesters on Tuesday vandalised automated teller machines in a bank premises in Abeokuta as demonstrations over the scarcity of the new naira notes and Premium Motor Spirit, commonly called petrol, reached Ogun State. As demonstrations over the shortage of the new naira notes and Premium Motor Spirit, often referred to as gasoline, spread to Ogun... Read More

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February 7, 2023

We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu; Court orders arrest of EFCC Chairman, Bawa | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: We’ll work for his victory – Buhari declares support for Tinubu President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday in Katsina State pledged full support for the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Bola Tinubu. President Buhari,... Read More

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February 4, 2023

Seyi Makinde deploys free ‘Omituntun’ transport buses to cushion the effect of fuel scarcity and naira shortage

On Friday night, the governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, ordered the deployment of free ‘Omituntun’ buses to mitigate the effects of the fuel shortage and currency crisis on state citizens. This was announced by Makinde in a statewide broadcast on the state-owned radio station, Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State. The governor, who disapproved of... Read More

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January 31, 2023

Fuel scarcity may affect elections logistics – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) reports that logistics for the upcoming elections may be impacted by the petrol shortage. INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu stated on Tuesday at a consultative meeting with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) that logistics has been a persistent concern in Nigerian election administration. According to him, this... Read More

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January 28, 2023

It’s the turn of youths to take back Nigeria – Peter Obi; Court Rejects Tinubu Disqualification Suit | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: It’s the turn of youths to take back Nigeria – Peter Obi Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, claims he would end the cycle of poverty in Nigeria if elected. Obi spoke during a... Read More

January 27, 2023

PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu; Despite arrest threats, Emefiele fails to appear before reps | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: PDP sabotaging fuel supply to blackmail federal govt – Tinubu Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC), has once more accused the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of sabotaging the country’s fuel... Read More

January 21, 2023

APC explains Osibanjo’s absence at Tinubu rallies; FG denies fuel pump price hike as scarcity persists | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss: APC explains Osibanjo’s absence at Tinubu rallies The All Progressives Congress has disclosed the reasons why Vice-President Yemi Osibanjo and some other stakeholders in the party are not involved in the campaign of the party’s presidential... Read More

December 9, 2022

Chatham House extends an invitation to Peter Obi; We may adjust cash withdrawal limits, but the policy will not be changed – Emefiele | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Chatham House extends an invitation to Peter Obi DSS orders NNPC and oil marketers two days to resolve fuel scarcity Peter Obi storms Shiloh, Bishop Oyedepo tells what Nigeria needs We may adjust cash withdrawal limits, but the policy will not be changed – Emefiele Outright nonsense – Defence Chief reacts to report on forced... Read More

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November 29, 2022

Tinubu attended Chicago State University – Reno Omokri; Black marketers sell fuel for N350 per litre as scarcity intensifies in Lagos | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Tinubu attended Chicago State University – Reno Omokri Attacks on INEC offices won’t stop 2023 election – Yakubu Black marketers sell fuel for N350 per litre as scarcity intensifies in Lagos CJN swears in 62 new SANs FG begins 14-day paternity leave for civil servants Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these... Read More

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November 28, 2022

NNPC petrol price without subsidy is N400/litre – Marketers explain the reason for fuel scarcity

If there is no subsidy, it has been learned that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited can supply Premium Motor Spirit, also known as gasoline, to marketers for as little as N400 per litre. Oil marketers, who disclosed the information on Sunday, provided additional justifications for the ongoing petrol shortage that had resulted in the... Read More

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November 12, 2022

Residents of Kaduna spend eight days praying atop a mountain due to ongoing fuel scarcity and hardship

As the fuel shortage in Kaduna and its environs has remained unabated, citizens of the state have continued to pray for God’s intervention. Some residents from the 23 local government areas of the state, who converged on Kudedan mountain on Saturday, said they are praying against persistent hardship and fuel shortages, which have prevented businessmen... Read More

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October 31, 2022

Fuel scarcity may worsen in Lagos, others as NUPENG issues Nov 6 strike notice; Afenifere endorses Tinubu | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Fuel scarcity may worsen in Lagos, others as NUPENG issues Nov 6 strike notice ISWAP commander captured, fighters killed attempting to liberate terrorists from Army base ‘Those with illicit money buried under soil will have problem’ – Buhari backs CBN Another association of lawyers emerges in Nigeria Afenifere endorses Tinubu Across Nigeria’s 36 states and... Read More

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July 12, 2022

Nigeria cannot afford to make mistakes in 2023 – Sanwo-Olu; Niger Delta group asks State Governors to oppose water bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Nigeria cannot afford to make mistakes in 2023 – Sanwo-Olu Radiographers, physicians disagree over teaching hospital boards bill Nigeria signs agreement with Germany for repatriation of 1,130 Benin bronzes – Lai Mohammed Petrol shortage continues as marketers call for Energy Bank Niger Delta group asks State Governors to oppose water bill Across Nigeria’s 36 states... Read More

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July 11, 2022

Tinubu picks Shettima as running mate for presidential ticket; Kaduna 43: Terrorists demand N4.3bn ransom | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Tinubu picks Shettima as running mate for presidential ticket ASUU Strike: Electricity workers threaten to shut down the power sector Super Falcons qualify for quarter-finals of WAFCON 2022 Kaduna 43: Terrorists demand N4.3bn ransom Fuel scarcity: PMS is selling above market price in Abuja and other states Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital... Read More

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June 21, 2022

‘How Islamic school teacher sexually assaulted nine children’; Gunmen demand ₦100m to free abducted worshipers | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

FG says over 21 million Nigerians have been vaccinated against COVID-19 Petrol marketers increase pump price amid scarcity Gunmen demand ₦100m to free abducted worshipers We may have 50% invalid registrants for 2023 polls because of court verdict – INEC ‘How Islamic school teacher sexually assaulted nine children’ – Nurse Across Nigeria’s 36 states and... Read More

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May 12, 2022

‘Jonathan makes up his mind to re-contest presidency’; 3 ministers resign for 2023 | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

‘Jonathan makes up his mind to re-contest presidency’ Akpabio, Onu, Nwajiuba resign to contest in 2023 FG counters IPMAN on ₦500 billion debt claim, provides payment details ASUP begins strike Monday FG, ASUU to meet on Thursday Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the five top Nigerian news stories you... Read More

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May 10, 2022

Jonathan rejects APC presidential form, says it’s an insult; ASUU extends strike by 3 months, students protest | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Jonathan rejects APC presidential form, says it’s an insult Broadcaster arraigned for sharing Chrisland student sex tape Police arrest man for raping and blackmailing 16-year-old girl ASUU extends strike by three months, students protest, Fuel queues persist in Abuja, black marketers sell for 300 naira per litre Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital... Read More