The Nigerian Correctional Service has announced plans to publicly disclose the identities and photographs of the inmates who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Suleja, Niger State. Adamu Duza, the spokesperson for the NCoS Federal Capital Territory Command, revealed this development on Thursday. According to reports, the custodial centre experienced extensive damage during a heavy downpour on Wednesday night, resulting in the escape of 118 inmates. The inclement weather caused significant destruction to the facility’s infrastructure, including breaches in the perimeter fence, which facilitated the escape. Fortunately, efforts led to the recapture of 10 of the fleeing…
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Portugal’s president said late on Tuesday (Apr. 23) that his country was responsible for crimes committed during the transatlantic slave trade and the colonial era, and suggested there was a need for reparations. “We have to pay the costs,” Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa said, adding that Portugal should look for ways to repair crimes committed. Last year, Portugal’s president said his country should go beyond just an apology. He spoke at Portugal’s annual commemoration of the 1974 “Carnation” revolution, which toppled the country’s dictatorial system. The colonial empire of Portugal, which was established in the 15th century and existed until…
Human Rights Watch has documented a staggering toll of civilian deaths in a single day in Burkina Faso this year. According to their investigation, more than 220 civilians, among them at least 56 children, fell victim to atrocities allegedly committed by the country’s military. The events unfolded on February 25th, with the village of Soro bearing witness to the loss of 179 lives, while 44 others perished in the neighbouring village of Nondin. Human Rights Watch has labelled these mass killings as some of the most egregious abuses by the army in nearly ten years. While the report has shed light on…
Passengers going to work on Thursday were stranded following the scarcity of fuel across Kaduna State. Those who were fortunate enough to get buses paid double their normal transport fares to their various destinations. DAILY POST observed that some filling stations across the Kaduna metropolis were shut while those open were filled to capacity as motorists struggled to buy fuel. A passenger at the Kakuri bus stop, Mr. James Onoja, said he had been at the bus stop as early as 6 am but could not get a bus going to town. Also, a nursing mother, Mrs. Salamatu Joseph, on…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has identified Kano and Jigawa states as the top consumers of tobacco in Nigeria. Solomon Adoga, a senior programmes officer at CISLAC, disclosed this during a one-day multi-stakeholders’ engagement on tobacco taxation in Jigawa State. The event, organised by CISLAC with support from the Tax Justice Network, aimed to address the alarming levels of tobacco usage in the region, particularly among the youth. Adoga emphasised the urgency to tackle tobacco consumption, citing research indicating that Kano and Jigawa rank highest in tobacco use nationwide, with a concerning proportion being underage individuals. He underscored…
Julius Berger Nigeria, the contractor responsible for the 39-kilometre Bonny-Bodo Road project, has been given a stern directive by the Federal Government: complete the project by year-end. This mandate was delivered by Works Minister Dave Umahi during a recent meeting. Umahi firmly rejected Julius Berger’s request for a N28 billion variation on the project, which is currently at 82% completion. Instead, the government offered an additional N20 billion to ensure the timely completion of the road, crucial for connecting Bonny Island to the rest of Rivers State. The Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Yakubu Kofarmata, highlighted that the initial deadline for the…
In a proactive move to address the pressing demands of university-based unions, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, emphasised the government’s commitment to resolving issues through constructive dialogue. Speaking at the fifth delegates’ conference of the National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) held at the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), Mamman urged the unions to prioritise negotiations over confrontational approaches. Highlighting the significance of negotiations, Mamman stressed their effectiveness in comparison to disruptive measures such as institution closures. He acknowledged the concerns raised by the unions, including the payment of withheld salaries, the non-implementation of salary increases for teaching and…
In a bid to enforce tax compliance among politicians and prevent default by the political class, the Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, unveiled a proposed executive bill. This bill aims to amend existing tax laws and disqualify politicians found guilty of tax evasion from seeking elective offices. Speaking at the 2024 strategic retreat for staff of the Joint Tax Board (JTB) in Abuja, Oyedele outlined key reforms, including plans for a national tax amnesty programme titled the “Voluntary Disclosure or Declaration Programme.” Emphasising the need for effective tax compliance, he stated, “We’re moving…
MRS Oil Plc has announced a significant reduction in the price of Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) to N1,050 per litre at all its outlets nationwide. This decision comes as a response to the recent price cuts by Dangote Petroleum Refinery, with diesel previously priced as high as N1,700 per litre in some stations. According to a flier circulating online, the management of MRS Oil Plc emphasised their commitment to maintaining the new price across all their retail outlets. They urged the public to report any station selling diesel above the stipulated price of N1,050 per litre. “We are now selling…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has filed a notice of withdrawal to discontinue an appeal against an order of a Kogi high court restraining the agency from arresting Yahaya Bello, former governor of the state. In the notice filed on April 22, and signed by its counsel, J.S Okutepa, SAN, the EFCC said the withdrawal is predicated on the fact that events have overtaken the appeal. The commission also admitted that the appeal was filed out of the time allowed by law. “The appellant herein intends to and do hereby wholly withdraw her appeal against the respondent in…
The owner of a Chinese supermarket in Abuja, Liu Bei, has attended a tribunal at the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to address allegations of discrimination against Nigerian shoppers. Accompanied by her family and estate officials, Liu Bei arrived at the FCCPC headquarters in Asokoro, Abuja on Wednesday at 11 am to respond to claims of implementing a policy that barred Nigerians from patronizing her store. This development comes after the FCCPC issued a summons and threatened sanctions on Monday, leading to the temporary closure of the supermarket. The controversy arose when it was reported that the supermarket…
Professor Zaccaeus Adangor, SAN, Rivers State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, has tendered his resignation from the State Executive Council. This decision follows his rejection of a recent redeployment to the Ministry of Special Duties within the Governor’s Office. Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s minor cabinet reshuffle, announced through a letter issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, saw Adangor and the State Commissioner for Finance, Isaac Kamalu, among others, being shuffled to different ministries. However, Adangor’s allegiance to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, seemed to have influenced his stance. In his resignation letter addressed…