By Taiwo Niyi The Federal Government has initiated efforts to bridge the gap between Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group, and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). This intervention, led by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, involved a high-level meeting with …
Read More »FG Pledges Prudent Use of N6.2trn Additional Budget
By Funmi Ojo The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of its commitment to the prudent utilisation of the proposed N6.2 trillion additional budgetary expenditure, which is aimed at stimulating the economy through various infrastructural projects. Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, provided this assurance while addressing the …
Read More »New MD, COO Appointed at AEDC Amidst Controversy
By Funmi Ojo Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced the appointment of Engr. Chijioke Okwuokenye as its new Acting Managing Director, effective immediately. Okwuokenye, who previously served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer, is now tasked with leading AEDC’s transformation into a customer-focused energy distribution firm. In a statement, …
Read More »CP FCT Urges Residents to Avoid Nationwide Protest
By Lami Victor KADUNA The FCT Commissioner of Police, Bennett Igweh, has called on residents and indigenes to refrain from participating in the nationwide protest scheduled for August 1 in response to the economic hardships in the country. Speaking with journalists in Abuja on Monday, Igweh urged residents to avoid …
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