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Eid-El-Maulud: Hon. Segelu Sends Greetings To Muslims Worldwide

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  By Adeleke Maria   Hon. Olayinka Oladimeji Segelu,A Germany-based Nigerian entrepreneur, ICT consultant, and politician from Oyo State, who recently declared his intention to run for the 2027 gubernatorial race, has sent his felicitations to Muslims around the world on the occasion of the 2024 Eid-el-Maulud. Eid-el-Maulud is an Islamic feast celebrated to mark the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). In a statement issued on Monday, Hon. Segelu stressed the need for Muslim faithful in Nigeria to use this occasion to pray for the peace, unity, and security of the country. “I heartily congratulate our Muslim brethren and sisters across the globe on the occasion of the 2024 Eid-el-Maulud, a feast commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). “As I join our Muslim brothers and sisters worldwide in celebrating this joyous occasion, I urge them to imbibe the spirit of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), which teaches sacrifice, peace, love, humility, compassion, resilience, charity, and respect for one another. “I particularly ask our Muslim faithful in Nigeria to remember to pray fervently for the peace, unity, security, and economic stability of our country. Our dear country is really going through a very difficult moment that calls for serious prayers and supplications to God Almighty to seek for His eyes of mercy upon Nigeria,” Segelu appealed. He called on the APC led administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (PBAT) to do something fast to control the escalating rise in the prices of good and services which has brought untold hardship on the masses. While expressing optimism that Nigeria will rise again, he enjoined the President to reconsider some of his policies that have exacerbated the situation in the country and made life unbearable for the citizens.

NNPC Amends Error in Petrol Price Increase Announcement

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  The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has corrected a mistake made on the nationwide petrol price statement it released earlier on Monday. Early Monday morning, NNPCL gave a chart breakdown of the refined petrol product it bought from Dangote Refinery. While the data of the estimated price to be sold around the country remains the same, the analysis of the transaction it had with Dangote Refinery was altered. “The NNPC Ltd. has released estimated prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as Petrol (obtained from the Dangote Refinery) in its retail stations across the country. “The estimated prices are based on negotiated terms between NNPC Ltd. and Dangote Refinery which recognise the current international gasoline prices and the prevailing foreign exchange rate in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. “The NNPC Ltd. can confirm that it is paying Dangote Refinery in USD for September 2024 PMS offtake, as Naira transactions will only commence on October 1st, 2024. “We reassure Nigerians that any discount from the Dangote Refinery will be passed on 100% to the general public,” it read. While in the first press statement on Monday had a Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) fee of ₦8.99, the second statement showed ₦4.495. The first statement had an inspection fee of ₦0.97, a margin fee of ₦26.48 and a distribution fee of ₦15. In the second statement on Monday, there were no inspection fee and marging fee, while the distribution fee was changed to ₦42.45. The second statement also had an additional Midstream and Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) of ₦4.495.

Chairman of Conference of Speakers,Ogundoyin Attends Turbaning Ceremony for Kogi Speaker

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  By Adeleke Maria   On Saturday, Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures, was among distinguished guests celebrating the turbaning of Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly. Rt Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf was turbaned as the Babakoshi of Lokoja, Kogi State by the His Royal Highness, the Maigari of Lokoja, Alh Ibrahim Mohammed Kabir Maikarfi IV. The colorful ceremony, held at the Maigari Palace in Lokoja, was a testament to the Speaker’s commitment to the development of Lokoja and Kogi State. In his congratulatory message, the Conference Chairman, Hon. Ogundoyin praised the Kogi Speaker for his exceptional leadership and dedication to the people of Kogi State. “This honor is a well-deserved recognition of your tireless efforts to promote the welfare and progress of the people. It is a reflection of your selfless service to the state. This is another significant milestone in your career, and has added another feather to your cap as you have received other titles including the Sardauna of Eddo, Garkuwa of Kakanda kingdom, Badakosshi of Lokoja, Sodangi of Kupa kingdom, Madaki of Agbaja and Marafa of Girinya kingdom among others.” The ceremony was attended by top government officials, traditional rulers, and members of the legislative arm in and outside Kogi State.

NNPCL Purchases Fuel from Dangote Refinery at N898 per Litre

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  The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that it has acquired fuel from Dangote Refinery at a price of N898 per litre. The oil firm had moved about 300 trucks to the 650,000 capacity refinery in Lagos, on Saturday, and loading commenced on Sunday. Speaking with Daily Trust over the price of premium motor spirit (PMS), otherwise known as petrol, Chief Spokesperson of the NNPCL, Olufemi Soneye, said, “We successfully loaded PMS at the Dangote Refinery today. The claim that we purchased it at N760 per liter is incorrect. For this initial loading, the price from the refinery was N898 per liter.” He told our correspondent that as of the time of filing the report, over 70 trucks had been loaded. Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, had announced that NNPCL would be the sole off-taker of refined petrol from Dangote Refinery. At the Technical Sub-Committee meeting on the sale of crude oil to local refineries in Naira, on Friday, the Finance Minister who was represented by Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), had said diesel from the Dangote Refinery would be sold in Naira to any interested off-taker, while PMS would only be sold to NNPCL, which will then sell to various marketers. He announced the completion of all agreements and modalities for the implementation of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approval on the sale of crude to local refineries in Naira and corresponding purchase of petroleum products in Naira. FEC under the leadership of President Tinubu had approved the sale of crude to local refineries in Naira and corresponding purchase of petroleum products in Naira. The government explained that the initiative was aimed at reducing pressure on the naira, eliminating unnecessary transaction costs, and improving the availability of petroleum products in the country. “Since then, the implementation committee chaired by the Hon. Minister of Finance and the technical committee have worked intensely with NNPCL and Dangote Refinery to fashion out the details of the modalities for the implementation of the FEC approval. “I am glad to announce that all agreements have been completed and loading of the first batch of PMS from the Dangote Refinery will commence on Sunday 15th September. From 1st October, NNPC will commence the supply of about 385kbpd of crude oil to the Dangote Refinery to be paid for in Naira. “In return, the Dangote Refinery will supply PMS and diesel of equivalent value to the domestic market to be paid for in Naira. Diesel will be sold in Naira by the Dangote Refinery to any interested offtaker. PMS will only be sold to NNPC, NNPC will then sell to various marketers for now,” he said. He added that all associated regulatory costs (NPA, NIMASA, etc.) will also be paid for in Naira. The government, according to the minister was also setting up a one-stop shop in Lagos, that will coordinate service provision from all regulatory agencies, security agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth implementation of this initiative.

Mali Defeats Junior D’Tigress as Nigeria Takes Second Place in FIBA U18 Final

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    On Saturday,the Nigerian U-18 women’s basketball team, Junior D’Tigress, came up short in the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket 2024 final, falling 56-76 to Mali, who secured their record ninth title. Despite an early 5-0 lead, Nigeria struggled to maintain momentum against Mali’s dominant performance. The Malian team controlled the game, winning all four quarters—11-8 in the first, 18-15 in the second, 24-19 in the third, and finishing with a commanding 23-14 in the fourth. Mali’s strength was evident in the paint, where they outscored Nigeria 30-16, and they capitalized on fast breaks with an additional 15 points. Nigeria’s bench was more productive, contributing 24 points compared to Mali’s 12. Mali’s 17-year-old Oummou Koumare was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, while Nigeria’s Idubamo Beggi earned a spot on the All-Star team. Beggi, an 18-year-old guard who plays for the MFM Queens Basketball team in Lagos, was a standout throughout the tournament, scoring 109 points in six games. She played a key role in Nigeria’s journey to the final, including scoring 23 points in both the opening loss to Egypt and the semifinal victory over Uganda. However, in the final, Mali limited her to 14 points. Beggi also contributed 32 assists and 17 rebounds during the tournament held in South Africa.   Independent NG

Eid-el-Mawlid 2024: Makinde Extends Greetings to Muslims Nationwide

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  By Adeleke Maria  Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Muslim Ummah in Oyo State and across Nigeria in celebration of Eid-el-Mawlid 2024. The governor, in a statement made available to newsmen on Sunday, congratulated all Muslims on witnessing the Mawlid, calling on them to pray for Oyo State, Nigeria and the leadership at both levels. According to him, the Mawlid, always celebrated on the 12th day of the third month of the Islamic Calendar, to mark the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), is an important festival for all Muslims and should be used as another avenue to seek the face of Allah over the state of affairs in the country. He said: “I congratulate all Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-Mawlid 2024. “The Mawlid has always been an important festival for the Muslim Ummah; a great opportunity for them to glorify Allah and the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). “While felicitating my Muslim brothers and sisters, I want to charge them to use the opportunity to pray more for our state and our nation. “As an administration, we have enjoyed the support and prayers of the Muslim Ummah in the last five years. But just as efforts cannot be too much, prayers cannot be too much. So, please pray more for things to turn around for the better in our nation. “On our part, we will continue to implement policies and programmes that will guarantee the wellbeing of the people and their freedom to practise their religions without inhibition or disturbance. “Happy EEid-el-Mawlid”

300 Trucks Arrives at Dangote Refinery Ahead of Petrol Loading

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  The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has confirmed that around 300 trucks have arrived at the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki. This milestone sets the stage for the planned commencement of petrol loading, scheduled for Sunday, September 15, 2024. Olufemi Soneye, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, disclosed this development via the social media platform X. “NNPC Ltd. trucks are arriving at the Dangote Refinery in preparation for the scheduled petrol loading,” Soneye stated. He emphasized that by the end of Saturday, at least 300 trucks would be stationed at the refinery’s fuel loading gantry, ready for action. In addition to the trucks already on-site, NNPC has mobilized an extensive fleet to facilitate the loading process. As of Saturday afternoon, the company reported that over 100 trucks had been deployed, with hundreds more en route to support the operation. This loading marks a significant milestone, as it follows the announcement last week by Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Dangote Group, regarding the commencement of fuel production at the refinery. The NNPC, acting as the sole off-taker of petrol from the facility, projects to lift the product at prices ranging from N960 to N980 per litre, with expectations that it will be sold to marketers at approximately N840 to N850 per litre. This could potentially lead to a reduction in pump prices for consumers, with petrol estimated to retail between N857 and N865. Despite optimism over lower price points, the uniformity of these rates at filling stations nationwide remains uncertain. Presently, petrol prices at NNPC retail stations in Lagos are around N855 per litre, making it the most affordable option compared to major marketers who charge approximately N920. Independent sellers are even higher, with prices exceeding N1,000 per litre in some areas, while some regions of the country report prices above N1,200. As the NNPC prepares for tomorrow’s loading at the Dangote Refinery, all eyes will be on the impact this operation will have on petrol pricing and availability across Nigeria.

Omoyele Sowore Released After Arrest

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  Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has been released shortly after his arrest. PUNCH Online earlier reported that Sowore was arrested on Sunday morning at Murtala Muhammad International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State. He wrote, “I had just arrived in Nigeria from the USA at MMIA in Lagos; upon reaching Nigerian Immigration, my passport was seized, and they told me they had orders to detain me. “This is not unexpected because I have always known that it is part of the broader clampdown by the fascist @officialAbat regime on dissent and their fear of the upcoming #FearlessINOctober revolt. His flight left Washington Dulles International Airport at 6.14 EDT and arrived in Lagos at around 9.43am. On Thursday, 12 September 2024, a DSS memo ordering the arrest of Sowore upon his arrival in Nigeria was leaked. However, in a post via his official X handle, Sowore disclosed that he had been released by the Nigerian Immigration Service and his passport had been released to him after it was earlier confiscated. He wrote, “I have just been released by the Nigerian Immigration after a brief detention and my passport released back to me.”

FG Extends Sympathy Visit To Yobe State After Mafa Community Insurgency Attack

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  A high-powered Federal Government delegation paid a sympathy visit and commiserated with the Yobe state government over the recent insurgency attack on the Mafa community of Tarmuwa Local Government Area. The Minister of Finance Mr. Wale Edun, who led the delegation, said they were in the state to convey the message of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the government and people of the state. He said the security of lives and property remains a top priority of the Bola Tinubu administration. The Minister assured that the government is working to revamp the economy and attract local and foreign investors to create job opportunities for Nigerians. The National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, who was also on the entourage, assured that the end of terrorism and Banditry in Nigeria is getting much closer. He commended the army and other security organizations for their efforts in checking terrorism in the Northeast and other crimes across the country. “The security agencies have been so wonderful, making a lot of sacrifices to safeguard lives and property in the country. “What we are now seeing is the beginning of the end; it is just a matter of time before the entire country will be secured,” the NSA assured. Governor Mai Mala Buni expressed appreciation for the visit, saying, “The government and people of Yobe state have by this visit been given a sense of belonging.” He commended President Tinubu “for providing leadership for the country at a very difficult time.” The Governor assured the support of the government and people of Yobe state to the federal government to achieve its developmental goals.   Independent NG

PDP Suspends Senator Dino Melaye Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

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  The Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended former senator and gubernatorial candidate Dino Melaye due to accusations of engaging in activities against the party. Melaye was suspended by the PDP exco in Ayetoro Gbede, Ward 1, following his refusal to honour a summon. In a memo dated September 12, the ward executive committee stated that Melaye was summoned to a disciplinary committee in August to address allegations of misconduct but did not attend the meeting. The memo reads: The Ward Party Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in Ayetoro/lluagba ward 1 met on Friday the 12th of September 2024 to review the report of the disciplinary committee set up to investigate alleged anti-party activities against Senator Dino Melaye, a member of our great party. “However, he failed to show up, disregarding the invitation and the authority of the party. “After careful consideration and deliberation, the Ward Party Exco resolved as follows: That Senator Dino Melaye’s failure to appear before the Disciplinary Committee constitutes a gross disrespect to the party and its leadership. “That his actions are in clear violation of the PDP Constitution and the principles of party discipline. “That Senator Dino Melaye’s conduct has brought embarrassment and disrepute to the party, and his continued membership is no longer tenable. “Therefore, the Ward Party Exco hereby suspends Senator Dino Melaye from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), effective immediately.” The PDP executive committee stated that the suspension is by Article 59(1) of the PDP Constitution, which authorizes the Ward Party Exco to take disciplinary action against members who violate the rules.

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