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The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue state has accused Governor Hyacinth Alia of colluding with his allies in Abuja to settle Fulani herdsmen on lands they displaced people from. The PDP has vowed to resist these alleged attempts by the governor. However, the governor's spokesperson has dismissed these claims as false and emphasized that the government's focus is on reconstructing homes for internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Senator Sadiq Umar has come out in defense of the controversial car and office allowances for members of the Nigerian National Assembly. Amid public criticism, the Senator argued that the funds are necessary to provide new senators with the tools they need to effectively carry out their duties. However, the allowances continue to be a topic of national discourse.
In a shocking incident, a suspected quack doctor has been arrested in Jos, Nigeria for allegedly harvesting a woman's kidney. The victim's husband had accused the doctor of subjecting his wife to chronic pain for five years after removing one of her kidneys during what was supposed to be a routine appendicitis surgery. The case highlights the need for stricter regulations and oversight of healthcare facilities in Nigeria and serves as a reminder to seek second opinions in medical matters.
The Nigerian Association of Road Transport Owners (NARTO) has called on the Federal Government to remove the 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) on Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), also known as diesel. NARTO warns that failure to remove the VAT would lead to disruptions in the distribution and supply of petrol (PMS). The high cost of diesel, coupled with the deplorable state of roads and skyrocketing dollar rate, has made the cost of doing business in the transport sector unbearable.
The recently launched Lagos Metro holds the promise of alleviating the legendary traffic congestion in Africa's largest city. After four decades in the making, this new transportation system will provide a much-needed respite for commuters. Find out more about how the Lagos Metro aims to revolutionize transportation in Nigeria.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Nigeria has ordered the police to either charge or release Chike Ibezim, who has been detained for allegedly defaming former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola. This follows the police's act of disobedience of a previous court order for his release. Mr. Ibezim has been in custody for over a month due to a malicious publication he allegedly posted online. The court emphasized that the police must comply with the order and stated that the bail conditions presented were unacceptable. The police announced that their investigation established a case of malicious publication and cyberbullying against the suspect, which will soon be taken to court.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to contractors and engineers involved in road projects in Abuja. Wike emphasized that contract variations and price inflation would not be tolerated. He assured the contractors of prompt payment to ensure timely project completion. The minister's directives were given during the flag-off of the rehabilitation of 135 roads in the FCT. The completion timeline for the projects has been set at six months.
The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and Plateau State government have resolved their tax dispute, withdrawing it from the Tax Appeal Tribunal. A four-man technical committee has been set up to resolve the matter. The NSITF has paid N62 million in backlog 'Pay As You Earn' (PAYE) tax to the Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (PSIRS). The PSIRS will support the NSITF in implementing the Employee Compensation Scheme (ECS) to benefit workers in the state.
Bühler, a leading technology company, is set to present its optical sorting technology at a food security and nutrition conference in Ibadan, Nigeria. The technology, known as SORTEX A LumoVision, can directly detect aflatoxin contamination in maize, a major staple crop in Nigeria. This innovation has the potential to enhance food safety and increase the nutritional value of the food chain.
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, expresses confidence in Anuoluwapo Opeyori's ability to break the Olympic jinx in badminton for Nigeria. Opeyori, currently Africa's number one, is on a training tour in Vietnam, with plans to compete in various international tournaments to earn qualification points for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
A new report from Amnesty International and another rights group reveals the human rights abuses in the mining industry in Congo, particularly in the production of minerals critical to electric vehicle batteries and other green technologies. The report highlights forced evictions, physical assault, and abusive labor conditions in the country, which is the world's largest producer of cobalt and Africa's top producer of copper.
An FCT High Court in Bwari has scheduled a hearing for September 14 in a motion seeking to imprison INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, over alleged disobedience to court orders. Yakubu is accused of not recognizing Chief Edozie Njoku as the APGA National Chairman and publishing names of governorship candidates not endorsed by Njoku for the upcoming elections. The court injunction ordered parties to maintain status quo before the next hearing on September 28.
The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded an impressive revenue generation of N676 billion for the Federal Government within the first eight months of the year. The former Assistant Comptroller General of Customs, Auwal Mohammed, commended the officers of the command for their remarkable teamwork and diligence. He also highlighted the seizures made and the use of technology in trade facilitation. The newly deployed Customs Area Controller, Babajide Jaiyeoba, pledges to continue the successes achieved by his predecessor, while resolving trade disputes promptly.
A report from Amnesty International and the Congo-based Initiative for Good Governance and Human Rights details how the mining of minerals in Congo, particularly cobalt and copper, has led to human rights abuses such as forced evictions and physical assault. The search for these critical minerals used in electric vehicle batteries and other green technologies has uprooted people from their homes and farmland without adequate compensation or resettlement.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to contractors responsible for the rehabilitation of 135 roads in the capital city. During the project's inauguration in Abuja, Wike emphasized the need for timely completion and cautioned against contract variations. He assured the contractors that their payments would be made promptly, stressing the need for adherence to agreed timelines. Wike also called on residents and traditional rulers to support the contractors in delivering the project on time.
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