Author: David Great

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has disclosed that petrol produced at the Port Harcourt refinery is being sold at N1,030 per litre. This announcement follows claims by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) that the refinery is operational. In a statement released on Thursday night, PETROAN spokesman Joseph Obele confirmed that NNPC Retail Limited had informed the association about the price of premium motor spirit (PMS) at the refinery. “NNPC Retail Ltd has officially announced the PMS price at the Port Harcourt refinery as N1,030 per litre. It was also communicated to PETROAN…

The Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal will today rule on the appeal filed by the Medical Director of Optimal Cancer Care Foundation, Dr. Olufemi Olaleye, who was convicted of rape. Olaleye, who allegedly raped his wife’s teenage niece was sentenced to life imprisonment. Olaleye was convicted in October 2023 by Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence Court. The judge found the case presented by the prosecution compelling. However, the doctor’s lawyer, Kemi Pinheiro (SAN), filed an appeal in November 2023, arguing that there was no direct evidence to confirm the alleged victim’s…

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has announced the approval of a licence for the construction of a new refinery. The approval given to a company named Process Design and Development Limited is to establish and construct a new 27,000 barrels per day refinery. It said the facility will be located in Dole-Wure, Akko area of Gombe State. The authority in a post on its official X handle on Thursday, said, “Authority Chief Executive presented a Licence to Establish a 27,000 BPSD Refinery to the Managing Director/ CEO of Process Design and Development Limited.…

The Senate, on Thursday, passed President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills for second reading. The bills, submitted in October 2024, were referred to the Committee on Finance, which is expected to report back within six weeks. The decision came after a closed-door session lasting about an hour, followed by a debate among lawmakers. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele (APC, Ekiti Central) initiated the discussion, emphasizing the significance of the proposed reforms. The four tax reform bills include the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, aimed at establishing a fiscal framework for taxation, and the Tax Administration Bill, which seeks to create a…

Net migration to the United Kingdom (UK) has dropped significantly, with figures for the year ending June 2024 standing at 728,000, a 20 per cent decline from 906,000 the previous year, according to the Office for National Statistics, on Thursday. The reduction is largely attributed to changes in visa policies implemented by the UK government earlier in the year. “Our latest estimates indicate a fall in long-term net migration (the difference between people coming to live in the UK and those leaving to live elsewhere). “Our provisional estimates show a 20% reduction between our updated estimate for year ending…

Aston Villa and Juventus could not be separated in an entertaining 0-0 draw at a fervent Villa Park, with Unai Emery’s men unable to break a seven-match winless streak which started after their last UEFA Champions League (UCL) home win over Bologna. While Villa’s famous victory here against Bayern Munich earlier in the league phase required a heroic defensive effort, the early stages suggested this one could well be there for the taking against a depleted Juventus side. Every pass was lauded by the home support, and they were nearly handsomely rewarded as Pau Torres glanced just over from a…

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has ordered the sale of smuggled Premium Motor Spirit at cheaper prices to Yola residents of Adaamawa State. Adeniyi disclosed this on Wednesday while speaking to journalists in Yola. He noted that the proceeds will be remitted to the Federation Account. This comes as the national coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Comptroller Hussain Ejibunu, lauded Adeniyi and the national security adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, for their support. According to him, the initiative alleviates the impact of subsidy removal in the state. Customs confiscate drugs worth N46bn at Rivers port Ejibunu explained that the seized products, intended…

Nigerian teachers are being encouraged to apply for the ninth edition of the Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize, an initiative organized in collaboration with UNESCO and GEMS Education. With a prize of $1 million, the award recognizes educators who have made an extraordinary impact on their students and communities, celebrating their dedication and innovation. Sister Zeph, winner of the previous Global Teacher Prize, highlighted the vital role of teachers in shaping futures and urged Nigerian educators to take part. “Throughout Nigeria, inspiring teachers have dedicated their lives to empowering their students and helping them reach their full potential. This is…

The highly anticipated ThrivePath Conference is set to take place this Thursday, drawing widespread interest for its focus on addressing public health challenges within Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities. This year’s event promises a rich lineup of discussions aimed at reshaping health strategies and fostering inclusivity. Participants can join the conference virtually via Zoom using Meeting ID: 367 075 7061 and passcode: “Thrive.” Registration is still open at this link. The keynote address, “Social Determinants as Key Drivers to Well-being: A Systematic Approach for BME Communities,” will examine the profound impact of social factors—such as housing, education, and income—on…

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is rarely one to point the finger at his players and, despite a calamitous 3-3 draw at home to Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday after they threw away a three-goal lead, the Spaniard stuck by his team again. City find themselves in uncharted territory, now mired in a six-game slump after they arrived at the Etihad Stadium for Tuesday’s match on the heels of five straight losses, including a 4-0 rout by Tottenham Hotspur last weekend. It was another miserable night as defensive blunders saw Feyenoord strike three times inside 15 minutes and…