Author: Kwara Reporters

No fewer than 4,449 police officers have taken legal action against the Nigerian Police Force and the Inspector General of Police, filing a lawsuit at the National Industrial Court in Abuja over the delayed implementation of their promotions.Despite their promotions being approved by the Police Service Commission in line with its statutory powers, the officers allege that they have not been decorated with their new ranks.The case, presided over by Justice R.B. Haastrup, was adjourned on Tuesday for further hearing, with proceedings set to continue on December 18.The claimants’ counsel, Muka’ila Mavo, urged the court to issue an order compelling…

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Ministry of Education to commence the usage of local languages for teachings in primary and junior secondary schools across the country.The House subsequently called for a pilot programme in selected schools across various states to assess the feasibility and benefits of utilising local languages as a medium of instruction.The resolution followed the adoption of a motion by Paul Kalejaiye (APC-Lagos) during the plenary in Abuja on Tuesday.The bill is titled, “Promoting Local Languages as Medium of Instruction in Primary and Junior Secondary Schools in Nigeria.”He noted that Nigeria boasted of an…

The Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service (KADIRS) has sealed off five banks and other business premises over Land Use Charge debts of N1.7 billion.KADIRS also sealed the Hamdala Hotel for a N115 million debt on LUC.The companies’ premises sealed off were Keystone Bank Plc, Unity Bank, FCMB, Zenith Bank, Bank of Agriculture, Chicken Republic, Forte Oil, New Nigeria Development Company, GT Bank parking lot and A.G. Leventis building.Speaking to journalists about the development, Aysha Ahmad, KADIRS’ board secretary and legal adviser, explained that the enforcement exercise was based on the provisions of the law.Ms Ahmad said the enforcement was in the…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on Tuesday, November 26, announced that the Port Harcourt Refinery has commenced operations.Its Chief Corporate Communications Officer Mr Olufemi Soneye disclosed this in a message to The Nation.He said: “A Historic Milestone: Port Harcourt Refinery Begins Operations.“Today marks a monumental achievement for Nigeria as the Port Harcourt Refinery officially commences crude oil processing.“This groundbreaking milestone signifies a new era of energy independence and economic growth for our nation.“Hearty congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the NNPC Board, and the exceptional leadership of GCEO Mele Kyari for their unwavering commitment to this transformative project.…

The Katsina police command says it rescued 14 passengers from kidnapping by bandits in Dan’arau in Magama-Jibia, Jibia LGA.The spokesperson for the command, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, who stated this in a statement, said that the incident occurred on Sunday at about 7:55 p.m.Mr Aliyu explained that suspected armed bandits attacked two commercial vehicles on the road with the intent of abducting the occupants.“On November 24, 2024, at about 7:55 p.m., suspected armed bandits, armed with dangerous weapons, shooting sporadically, attacked two commercial vehicles at Dan’arau village on Magama-Jibia road in Jibia in an attempt to kidnap the occupants.“Upon receipt of…

In an exclusive chat with CMENews, Ilorin-born rap sensation, Don Geecy, popularly known as Raplabi, shared his excitement about the overwhelming response to his latest single, “Ogba”, which translates to “craze” in English.The “Ogba” crooner expressed his gratitude to fans and supporters for their massive turn-up, saying: “I’m amazed and humbled by the love and support I’ve received since dropping ‘Ogba’. It’s a dream come true to see my music resonate with so many people.”When asked about the inspiration behind the title “Ogba”, Don Geecy explained: “The world we live in today is full of ‘craze’ – people are going…

A Lagos task force has impounded 128 commercial motorcycles for operating illegally in parts of the state.The task force chairman, Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday.Mr Akerele said that the motorcycles were impounded in Sabo Ikorodu, Berger, and Ikotun while enforcing the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in restricted areas of the state.Mr Akerele reiterated the task force’s unwavering stance on illegal commercial motorcycle operations, stressing that riders and passengers caught violating the ban would be prosecuted.“Passengers on okada are as guilty as the riders. If caught, they will face the full weight of the…

A financial expert, Uche Uwaleke, says the Monetary Policy Committee of the Central Bank of Nigeria is likely to raise interest rates again.Mr Uwaleke, the director of the Institute of Capital Market at the Nasarawa State University, is also the president of Capital Market Academics of Nigeria.He said this in an interview on Sunday in Abuja, against the backdrop of the 298th MPC meeting scheduled for Monday and Tuesday.According to him, core and food inflation increased last month for the first time in many months.“Ditto for rural and urban, year-on-year and month-on-month inflation, further widening the negative real interest rate.…

The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has restored the full statutory rights of the Benin Monarch, Oba Ewuare II, abolishing the new traditional councils in Edo South created by the last administration.He also backed the Federal Government’s Gazette, which gave the ownership of the returned artefact to the Oba’s palace, which was looted during the 1897 Benin massacre by the British colonial forces.Also, the state government is withdrawing the letter revoking the concession of the Oba Akenzua II Cultural Centre issued by the last administration to be used as a motor park.These were contained in a statement released by…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has effected a reduction in the price of its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) for marketers.Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of the Dangote Group, announced this in a statement on Sunday.He said the price was slashed from N990/litre to N970/litre “to appreciate the good people of Nigeria”.“As the year comes to an end, this is our way of appreciating the good people of Nigeria for their unwavering support in making the Refinery a dream come true. In addition, this is to thank the government for their support as this will complement the measures put in…