Tanker Explosions: FG Considers Ban on 60,000-Litre Tankers Over Rising Fatal Accidents
The federal government is considering banning 60,000-litre petroleum tankers due to increasing accidents that have claimed 493 lives in three years.
The federal government is considering banning 60,000-litre petroleum tankers due to increasing accidents that have claimed 493 lives in three years.
The House of Representatives has passed President Tinubu’s tax reform bills for second reading despite opposition from some northern lawmakers.
NNPC has warned that vandalism of oil pipelines, power plants, and energy installations poses a severe threat to Nigeria’s economy.
NCAA has said delayed remittance of ticket sales charges by airlines hinders service delivery, staff training, and long-term financial planning.
Tinubu has commended IFC’s $50m investment in Lagos Free Zone, calling it a sign of growing global confidence in Nigeria’s economy.
NLC has warned telecoms to reverse tariff hike by February 2025 or face a nationwide shutdown starting March 1.
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has reiterated her commitment to empowering women, stressing President Tinubu’s focus on inclusion.
The House of Representatives has advanced tax reform bills to the next stage after they successfully passed the second reading.
The NLC has called on workers and the public to boycott telecom services for three hours daily in protest against tariff hikes.
Tinubu has announced that he’s in discussions to strengthen Nigeria’s position in AI, digital innovation through strategic collaboration with Google.
The Oloja of Imoru, Oba Charles Basorun, has urged government intervention as illegal mining fuels insecurity in Ondo State.
Mike Ejiofor has warned that kidnappings in Nigeria have become a lucrative business, replacing robbery as criminals’ primary income source.
Nnamdi Azikiwe University has launched a full-scale investigation into an incident involving a lecturer and a student
Tony Elumelu has emphasised Africa’s limitless return on investment, urging global investors to support the continent’s prosperity and self-sustainability.
Nigeria Customs has suspended 4% FOB levy on imports following stakeholder opposition and consultations with the Finance Minister.
El-Rufai has warned that Tinubu’s relationship with the north is deteriorating, comparing his situation to Jonathan’s ahead of the 2027 elections.
NIWA has accused Onitsha South Local Government of illegally usurping federal functions by establishing a motor park on its right-of-way.
The CBN has revised ATM transaction fees, introducing a N100 charge for withdrawals at on-site ATMs, effective March 1, 2025.
Japan has pledged continued support for Nigeria’s efforts to tackle plastic waste through an expanded circular plastic economy project.
About ten Ibadan Polytechnic students have been hospitalised after inhaling poisonous gas, prompting a swift response from the Oyo government.
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