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Fuel price hike: Labour tackles FG
The Organised Labour has criticised the federal government over its fresh move to increase petrol pump price following the rise of crude oil price above $60 dollar per barrel in the international market.
The minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, on Tuesday at the official launch of the Nigerian Upstream Cost Optimisation Programme, urged Nigerians to be ready to bear the pains of the proposed hike.
The minister said with no provision of subsidy in the 2021 budget, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), cannot continue to bear the cost of under-recovery.
Quadri Olaleye, President of TUC, while reacting to the admonition, wondered why the government is always in a rush to increase fuel price any time there is a rise of crude oil at the international market but never for once deemed it fit to bring down the price of petrol when there is a fall in the price of crude oil in the international market.
The union leader said the organised labour would not disclose its strategies on how to fight the government this time around if it tries to inflict more pains on Nigerians the way it had been doing through some of its anti-masses policies including increment of price of fuel. #
N32b cocaine from Brazil seized at Tincan Island Port, clearing agents arrested
Forty parcels of cocaine weighing 43.11kg, with an estimated street value of over N32 billion naira have been intercepted at the Tincan Island Port, Lagos.
The cargo came from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
The Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA) at the port, Sumaila Ethan disclosed this in a statement by the Head of Public Affairs, Mr Jonah Achema in Abuja.
Ethan noted that the agency has continued its offensive against drug barons and cartels in Nigeria with the latest seizure.
He said that the consignment containing the illicit drug was put under surveillance by operatives of the Tincan Island Command of the NDLEA for some days until two clearing agents showed up on Feb. 8, to clear it. #
Buhari orders military chiefs to restore normalcy to ‘troubled’ Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the military service chiefs to be decisive in dealing with terrorists and ending the insurgency in the North-east without further delay.
Buhari has also justified the extension of the Kano-Katsina-Jibiya rail line to Maradi in Niger Republic, saying the project, when completed, will boost trade between Nigeria and Niger Republic, foster trans-Sahara trade and contribute to the expected gains in the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA).
The Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Oladayo Amao, who spoke on the presidential directive during a visit to Maiduguri, said the president routed the order through the Chief of Defence Staff, Maj.Gen. Lucky Irabor, for them to come up with new strategies to rout the insurgents.
He stated that he has had meetings with the other service chiefs leading to the continuing tour of military formations in the North-east, including Sector 3 Operation Lafiya Dole (OPLD) and the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF).
Domestic violence: Lil Frosh remanded in prison
A Lagos court has ordered the remand of embattled Nigerian rapper, Sanni Goriola better known as Lil Frosh, at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre for allegedly beating up Okeoghene Iyomaterie, his girlfriend who is better known as Gift Camille.
On Tuesday, Adeola Olatunbosun of the Lagos state magistrates’ court in Yaba gave the order.
According to a report, Lil Frosh was arraigned on one count of assault but he pleaded not guilty. The case was adjourned till March 9, 2021.
Mayoks Michael, Camille’s manager and brother, had in October 2020, accused Lil Frosh of beating her up.
This had prompted a heated backlash and widespread condemnation from prominent celebrities and fans on social media.
As a result, the singer’s contract with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW) came to an abrupt end, saying there was no excuse for his actions. #
Premier League launches racism action plan
The Premier League on Tuesday launched a racism action plan to build on existing moves taken to promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
The plan outlines a series of commitments aimed at creating greater access to opportunities and career progression for black, Asian and other minority ethnic groups in football, and actions to eradicate racial prejudice.
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters said: “Football is a diverse sport, which brings together communities and cultures from all backgrounds, and the diversity has made the game stronger on the pitch and it is vital we ensure this is reflected across all areas of the game.
The Football Association this week called on the government to act quickly in the fight against racism after Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe and Lauren James, a forward for the club’s women’s team, were targeted on social media.
It follows a number of other incidents in which footballers, including United forward Marcus Rashford and Chelsea full-back Reece James — brother of Lauren — were targeted. #
