Author: Lawan

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has directed its members nationwide to prioritise the purchase of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, citing competitive pricing and the need to strengthen domestic refining capacity. In a statement, IPMAN National President, Alhaji Abubakar Maigandi Shettima, said the move would significantly reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel and support local production. “I am calling on all IPMAN members nationwide to prioritise patronising the Dangote Refinery in their purchase of PMS products, as they already offer the best affordable price for all marketers today,” Shettima…

A member of Renewed Hope Partners in Abia State, Hon. Solomon Nwokeukwu, has accused Governor Alex Otti of desperation to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) after, according to him, sensing an imminent defeat in the 2027 general election. Nwokeukwu said the governor had lost credibility and public trust, recalling that Otti once vowed never to join the APC but is now “running from pillar to post” in a bid to secure entry into the party. He alleged that while Otti’s supporters were attacking the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, the governor was quietly lobbying party…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday destroyed 618 tonnes of fake, counterfeit, substandard, expired and unwholesome regulated products worth over N10.19 billion in Kano. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, made this known during the burning exercise in Kano. She said the exercise marked a major milestone in Nigeria’s commitment to safeguarding public health. Adeyeye, who was represented by the NAFDAC Director, North-West Zone, Mr Fraden Nantim-Mullah, said the destruction was not merely an enforcement action, but a clear statement that the era of impunity for those endangering lives through fake and…

President Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives seeking audience to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill. In a letter read on the floor of the house on Thursday by the Speaker, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, Tinubu requested to be scheduled for noon to present the bill to a joint session of the national Assembly. “I write to crave the kind indulgence of the House of Representatives to grant me the slot of 1200hrs on Friday, December 19, 2025, to formally present the 2026 budget to a joint session of the National Assembly,” the letter read. It was reported that…

Former President Mohammadu Buhari was not supportive of Osinbajo’s presidential ambition in 2023 because Tinubu was in the contest, according to a new book. The revelation is contained in “From Soldier to Statesman: The legacy of Muhammad Buhari”, written by Dr Charles Omole. The book, launched at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Monday, chronicles the life and times of the late former President, his military sojourn, and journey into politics. According to Omole, Buhari found it strange that Osinbajo could contest against Tinubu in that manner. Omole quoted Buhari as saying, “I don’t know Osinbajo from anywhere, I met him…

As the year comes to an end, Nollywood is set to grip audience with the most anticipated films that assures entertainment, everyday life events and laughter. December 2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster month for Nollywood fans as producers and directors have swamped the social media with trailers setting the mood for the season. Last year’s unparalleled ‘Everybody loves jenifa’ which earned over 1.8 billion views, highlights how Nollywood has beamed as a cultural and entertainment powerhouse, captivating audience with its unique story telling. This year’s striking Nollywood movies mingles culture, and creativity. Whether you are into romance,…

Justice Babangida Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Abuja has dismissed summons for bail filed by former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Salami, SAN, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. He gave the ruling on Thursday, December 18, 2025. Malami, through his counsel, Dr. Suliaman Hassan, SAN, had approached the court seeking bail from the custody of the EFCC, arguing that his detention by the Commission in its ongoing investigation, was illegal. However, counsel to the EFCC, Chief J.S. Okutepa, SAN, submitted that the EFCC was holding the former Minister through a valid Remand…

The Joint Revenue Board (JRB) heartily commends His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Governor Abiodun Oyebanji, and the distinguished members of the Ekiti State House of Assembly on the historic passage of the Ekiti State Harmonised Taxes and Levies (Approved List for Collection) Bill 2025 into Law. By this feat, Ekiti State has once again demonstrated exemplary leadership in becoming the first State in the Federation to pass the Harmonised Taxes and Levies legislation, well ahead of the 2026 fiscal year when the revised approved list of collections is scheduled to take effect. On behalf of the Chairman…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve the nominations of two new chief executives for the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). The requests followed the resignation of Engineer Farouk Ahmed of the NMDPRA and Gbenga Komolafe of the NUPRC. Both officials were appointed in 2021 by former President Buhari to lead the two regulatory agencies created by the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). To fill these positions, President Tinubu has written to the Senate, requesting expedited confirmation of Oritsemeyiwa Amanorisewo Eyesan as CEO of NUPRC and Engineer…

Bothered over persistent insecurity across the country, a coalition of families torn apart by rampant banditry in Northwest Nigeria has appealed directly to President Bola Tinubu to investigate serious allegations against two former governors. The Coalition of Families Affected by Banditry, representing victims who have lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods to relentless violence, has written a letter to the President in Abuja. Exhausted by domestic inaction, they called on the President to help uncover the truth behind claims that policies under former Zamfara Governor Ahmed Sani Yerima and former Sokoto Governor Attahiru Bafarawa laid the groundwork for the region’s…