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‘This Is Wickedness!’ – Dangote, Aiteo Blamed for Surging Pump Prices

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There is growing public outcry as top producers—Dangote, Aiteo, Ever, and Fynefield—have reportedly hiked the ex-depot price of petrol, sparking fears of a fresh surge in pump prices nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

 

The ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, has witnessed a sharp upward adjustment, sparking widespread concern among Nigerians.

According to data published on Friday by petroleumprice.ng—a platform that tracks daily petroleum product pricing—Dangote Petroleum Refinery raised its price to ₦880 per litre, up from the previous ₦825, marking a ₦55 increase. Other marketers followed suit: Aiteo now charges ₦893, Ever ₦920, and Fynefield ₦928 per litre.

The price hike has triggered fears of an imminent surge in pump prices, with some filling stations already selling between ₦935 and ₦955 per litre, compared to the previous average of ₦900.

Reacting, motorist Michael Uduegbunam expressed deep concern:

“This is very troubling. Pump prices are already creeping toward ₦950. With this increase, transport fares will rise, and so will the cost of goods and services. Fuel is central to daily life in Nigeria—commuting, running businesses, even powering homes.”

Civil servant Istifanus Ishaku warned that the development could worsen economic hardship:

“People are already struggling. Now, they’ll have to cut back on essential spending just to keep up. It’s frustrating and breeds uncertainty.”

Surprisingly, the price spike comes amid a global decline in crude oil prices. On Friday, Brent fell by 3.02% to $76.47, WTI dropped to $74.93, and Murban traded at $76.97. Yet, Nigerian consumers see no relief due to fears of supply instability and foreign exchange fluctuations.

Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group, recently admitted that his 650,000-barrels-per-day refinery has increasingly turned to U.S. crude imports due to ongoing domestic supply shortages. From April to July 2025, the refinery is expected to import about 17.65 million barrels, with 3.65 million barrels already delivered in recent months under the Federal Government’s naira-for-crude policy.

On Monday, Festus Osifo, president of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), criticised marketers for taking advantage of Nigerians, arguing that petrol should cost between ₦700 and ₦750 per litre based on current international crude prices.

“Crude is hovering around $60 per barrel. Going by global metrics, petrol shouldn’t be selling above ₦750. If Nigerians suffer when crude prices rise, they deserve relief when it drops,” Osifo said.

Depot operators and marketers are reportedly adjusting to new realities, with Dangote’s move expected to trigger a wave of price revisions. Sources say some depots had delayed releasing product since Tuesday when Dangote paused sales, leading to speculative hikes and a ripple effect across other suppliers.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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