Arewa stakeholders demand resignation of NNPCL Boss, Mele Kyari after attaining mandatory retirement age

Arewa stakeholders demand

…Vow to shut down Abuja office The Arewa Accountability Network has called for the immediate resignation of Mele Kolo Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), citing his attainment of the mandatory retirement age. In an issued statement signed by its coordinator, Samuel Audu, the group argued that Kyari, who recently turned 60, should step down, in line with Nigeria’s Civil Service policy, which mandates retirement at either 60 years of age or after 35 years of service – whichever February 3,…

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Nigerian, others appointed new IPPDR global peace ambassadors

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The Institute of Public Policy, and Diplomacy Research, (IPPDR), leaders in peace-building training and peace education mentorship, has announced the appointment of 26 new Global Peace Ambassadors. Dr. Jumai Ahmadu, Founder Helpline Social Support Initiative in Nigeria, and 25 others were presented with the award at the Platinum Humanitarian Leadership Award Ceremony, held at the United Nations (UN) Delegates Dining Room, New York, USA. Princess Dr. Antonia Zu Schaumburg-Lippe, a Royal, European Princess, at the ceremony, said “The Global Peace Program is a testament to our shared humanity. Through it,…

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P’Harcourt Refinery: CSO challenges NNPCL over alleged sale of blended fuel

CSO challenges NNPCL

A civil society organisation, CSO, Concerned Citizens of Nigeria, yesterday raised concerns over the announcement by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) that the Port-Harcourt Refinery has commenced operations. Recall that the NNPCL had on Tuesday announced that the refinery has commenced operations at 70% capacity. President Bola Tinubu, who congratulated the NNPCL on the achievement, also directed the company to revive the Warri and Kaduna refineries. However, at a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, the CSO voiced concerns over allegations that the refinery has been converted into a…

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NNPCL: Importation of 1.6bn litres of PMS will cripple our economy – CSO warns

CSO warns on NNPCL

Threatens mass protest if The Coalition of Civil Society Organisation, (NICOSO), has threatened to go on protest over the decision by the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), to import over 1.6 billion litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). The group, on Tuesday, described the move as not just a policy misstep but a deliberate move to undermine Nigerias local refining potential, cripple the economy, and deepen the hardship faced by ordinary Nigerians. It therefore listed out certain conditions to be met, failure of which it said NICOCSO will organise…

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Dream Makers Foundation

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A non-profit and non-political organisation, Dream Makers Empowerment Foundation, is set to create awareness and advocacy on the rights to education of girls and women, youths, and the less-privileged, and to provide scholarships and vocational training to help women and youths gain the education and skills they need to pursue their dreams and careers. Chairman of the Foundation, Amadi Vidal Nwando, in a statement, said some of the aims and objectives of the foundation is to also provide regular medical check-ups, health services, counseling and mental health support to individuals…

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2027: “Dont seek re-election, emulate Joe Biden” – CSO tells Tinubu

CSO to Tinubu

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Rescue Nigeria Economy Project (RNEP) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu not to seek re-election in 2027, but should rather emulate the U.S President, Joe Biden, who stepped aside for his Vice-President Kamala Harris to run in his stead. Recall that there have been speculations in some quarters that the President is most likely going to run in 2027, which was part of the reason the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, denied any presidential ambition in 2027, restating his loyalty…

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Nationwide protest: CSO accuses DSS of freezing bank account

CSO accuses DSS

A civil society organisation, (CSO): ‘The Take-It-Back Movement’, has alleged the freezing of its bank account with one of the first generation banks, on the instructions of the Department of the State Services, (DSS). In a a post on its X handle on Friday, the group said the action follows its involvement in the forthcoming proposed nationwide protest,     , describing the action as lawless. It, therefore, demanded that the account be unfrozen within the next 24 hours, failing which it said a legal action will be instituted against UBA Group.…

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El-Rufa’is N400bn probe: CSO submits petitions to EFCC, ICPC

CSO on El Rufa'i probe

A civil society group, the Kaduna Citizens Watch for Good Governance, (KCWGG), has announced that it has petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) to investigate former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir el-Rufa’i, and his cabinet over alleged financial misappropriation of over N400 billion during his administration from 2015 to 2023. Speaking during a press conference held at Arewa House, Kaduna, yesterday, the chairman of KCWGG, Comrade Victor Duniya, stated, Yesterday, (Tuesday), July 2, 2024, we officially lodged petitions at the headquarters…

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‘Traditional rulers should be given Constitutional roles’ – Forum for Promotion of Good Governance

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The Forum for Promotion of Good Governance, (FPGG), has submitted a Memorandum to the Constitution Amendment Committee of the National Assembly, advocating for the inclusion of Constitutional roles for traditional rulers in the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The Memorandum, titled: ‘A Memorandum submitted to the Constitutional Amendment Committee of the National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the need to provide Constitutional roles for traditional rulers in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended)‘, dated May 25, 2024, underscored the need to formally recognise…

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Sallah : Helpline, UAE fetes vulnerable in Abuja

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Women, vulnerable people and individuals living with disabilities in the FCT have applauded the generous contribution of meat donations by the UAE Embassy in Nigeria, in partnership with Helpline Social Support Initiative, during this year’s Eid ul -Adha celebrations. Dr. Jumai Ahmadu, Founder, Helpline Social Support Initiative, thanked the UAE Embassy for their kindness and dedication to making a positive impact in our community, and said the gesture demonstrates its commitment to community support through the spreading of joy and compassion to those in need. Dr. Jumai commended the UAE…

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