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Fubara Walks Out Of APC Screening In Anger, Refuses To Speak To Journalists.
Drama unfolded on Sunday as Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, abruptly walked out of the All Progressives Congress (APC) screening hall in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that while other incumbent governors had earlier been screened on Saturday, Fubara and Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, were initially absent from the exercise.
Responding to concerns over the absences, the Chairman of the Screening Committee, who also serves as APC National Chairman, Nentawe Yilwatda, explained that governors with official state duties were excused.
He said, “Three governors have not come, so that is the issue. I said you should not single one person out when three governors have not appeared. All of them have their reasons for not appearing, and we know they are chief executives of their states with state responsibilities.”
He added that any governor engaged with official duties, including those from Kwara, Ebonyi, and Rivers States, would be granted flexibility.
However, Fubara later arrived at the Plateau Governor’s Lodge, the venue of the screening, at about 3pm on Sunday.
Sources said he participated briefly but left the screening room after about 20 minutes, visibly upset.
According to Daily Trust, the governor appeared visibly agitated and declined to speak with journalists who had been waiting for hours.
When approached for comments on the outcome of the exercise, he simply responded, “No comment.”
Following the incident, uncertainty has grown around Fubara’s political future and his re-election prospects.
The governor has been involved in a prolonged political rift with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, his former political ally.
There have also been speculations that Wike may be backing another candidate, including the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, for the Rivers governorship race.
Dangote Refinery has officially lowered its ex-depot petrol price by ₦50, shifting the cost from ₦1,175 to ₦1,125 per litre. The company stated that this adjustment is a direct response to declining global energy costs, which were influenced by reduced tensions in the Middle East.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key details of the pricing update and recent company clarifications include:
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Pricing Adjustments: The gantry loading price has been revised downward to ₦1,125 per litre.
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Coastal Supplies: The price for coastal supplies has decreased from ₦1,495,215 to ₦1,428,165 per metric ton.
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Refuting Allegations: The refinery explicitly denied reports claiming that its products are exported to Lomé, Togo, and then re-imported into Nigeria, labeling these allegations as “unsubstantiated” and “commercially illogical”.
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Company Stance: While the refinery typically avoids responding to false claims to remain focused on its goal of ensuring energy security across Nigeria and Africa, it chose to address these “ill-motivated” rumors for the sake of clarity.
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A Massive Endorsement: US Lawmaker Praises Tinubu, Claims State Police Will Save Nigeria’s Christians!.
U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has expressed strong support for the Nigerian Senate’s recent approval of a Constitution Alteration Bill aimed at creating state police forces. Moore, representing West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District, stated that this reform is essential for empowering states to defend their own populations and reducing reliance on centralized security decision-making in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Key highlights regarding the proposed legislation and Moore’s reaction include:
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Rationale for Support: Moore, who has previously investigated violence against Christians in Nigeria, views state-level police as a critical tool for protecting persecuted religious communities.
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Credit to Leadership: The congressman commended President Bola Tinubu for his role in advancing the initiative.
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Legislative Hurdles: Moore noted that while the Senate’s passage is a positive step, the amendment requires ratification by at least two-thirds of Nigeria’s state Houses of Assembly to become law.
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Structure of the Bill: The bill proposes a policing framework that functions alongside the federal system, allowing governors to appoint State Commissioners of Police, subject to legislative confirmation.
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Safeguards: To prevent misuse of power, the proposed law includes specific provisions prohibiting the deployment of state police against critics of the government, except as permitted by law.
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“Justice For Our Own!” NiDCOM Reacts To Life Sentence For Killer Of Two Nigerians In Canada!.
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The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has expressed its approval of the recent sentencing of the individual responsible for the 2022 nightclub shooting in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada, which claimed the lives of two young Nigerians, Chibueze Momah and Tosin Amos-Arowoshegbe. Through a statement from its Director of Media and Public Relations, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the Commission acknowledged that while the judicial result cannot undo the tragedy, it marks an essential move toward securing justice and accountability for the victims and their families.
Key aspects of the Commission’s response and the background of the case include:
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The Victims: Chibueze Momah, a 22-year-old computer programming graduate and the only son of his family, had ambitious plans for a career in technology. Tosin Amos-Arowoshegbe was killed while performing his duties as a security worker. Both men were remembered as hardworking individuals dedicated to building successful futures.
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Commission Support: Following the 2022 incident, NiDCOM Chairman/CEO, Hon. (Dr.) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, visited the grieving families to offer the Commission’s condolences and solidarity.
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Legal Process: NiDCOM commended the Canadian law enforcement and judicial authorities for their work in the investigation, extradition, and successful prosecution of the offender.
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Ongoing Commitment: The Commission lauded the resilience shown by the victims’ families throughout the lengthy legal proceedings. NiDCOM reaffirmed its dedication to supporting and protecting Nigerians living abroad and pledged to continue advocating for justice in cases involving Nigerian victims of crime overseas.
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