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Oil Marketers Meet President Tinubu, Declare Support For Oil Subsidy Removal

President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu held a meeting with the Depots and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) at the Presidential Villa, on Wednesday, June 7.

At the meeting, the oil marketers pledged their support to the President over the recent removal of oil subsidy.

Speaking to newsmen after the meeting, the association’s chairperson, Dame Winifred Akpani, said the association would also support the government’s palliative measures by providing between 50 and 100 mass transit buses.

Akpani said the buses would be locally manufactured and would use Compressed Natural Gas as fuel.

“We pledge our support for President Tinubu in the bold decision of removing petrol subsidy. It is an idea that was long overdue. Removal of subsidy is not about making fuel costly and taking it out of the reach of Nigerians. It is about getting it right on the real issue of petroleum product subsidy. Who are those enjoying the subsidy? The subsidy ends up being enjoyed by those it was not meant for. We also spoke to the president about substitutes to petrol as well as creating an environment conducive for investments to thrive in the oil sector’’ she said.

The Governor of Ogun state,  Dapo Abiodun, who led the DAPPMAN delegation, described the subsidy removal as a bold step that portended positive growth for the economy. He said fuel subsidy withdrawal was a clear indication of Tinubu’s readiness to address the challenges of the oil and gas sector.

“Subsidy has become a N4 trillion per annum issue and its removal will release more funds for economic development. Subsidy removal will unleash the potential of Nigeria because it will open up a lot of resources for the development of other sectors of the economy. The National Economic Council will soon begin sitting to propose interventions on the subsidy removal. The interventions will definitely be a long-lasting solution to the effect of fuel subsidy removal on Nigerians” Governor Abiodun said.

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WWE Legend Iron Sheik Is Dead

Ex-heavyweight champion and WWE Hall of Famer, Iron Sheik has passed on.

The WWE legend died at the age of 81 and is survived by his wife of 47 years, Caryl, and his children.

The WWE legend was born in Iran in 1942 and was known as one of the biggest heels to ever step foot in the squared circle. He was also a former champ, beating Bob Backlund in 1983 and securing the title.

Confirming his death, Shiek’s reps said;

“Today, we gather with heavy hearts to bid farewell to a true legend, a force of nature, and an iconic figure who left an incredible mark on the world of professional wrestling. It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of The Iron Sheik, but we also take solace in knowing that he departed this world peacefully, leaving behind a legacy that will endure for generations to come.”

World Wrestling Entertainment released a statement on his passing, saying;

“WWE is saddened to hear of the passing of WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik, and extends its condolences to his family, friends, and fans.”

The Iron Sheik was one of Hulk Hogan’s first rivals, and it was Hogan who ultimately defeated Sheik for the belt, giving rise to Hulkamania.

Sheik was also a WWF Tag Team champion, winning the strap with Nikolai Volkoff in 1985. In 2005, Sheik was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame by Sgt. Slaughter, longtime rival and former partner.

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NDLEA Denies Carrying Out Lopsided Promotions

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismissed reports that it embarked on lopsided promotions.

In a statement released on Wednesday, June 7, by the agency’s spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, it was stated that promotions remain an ongoing exercise based on a number of factors including vacancies.

The public has been urged to disregard any such information that seeks to cast an aspersion on the strides attained by the NDLEA, especially under the steady leadership of Gen. Marwa.

The statement read;

“Indeed, the issues raised by the category of personnel mentioned in the reports arose in 2011, which was 10 clear years before the current leadership of Brig. Gen. MB Marwa (Retd).

“However, in a determined bid to motivate the workforce, over 70% of the workforce, a number of who had been stagnated on one rank for 15-20 years, were promoted and their ranks harmonized in 2021 soon after Gen. Marwa assumed leadership of the Agency.

“Even though more than half of the category of personnel referred to in the reports had been promoted in the recent promotion exercises, the ongoing expansion of the Agency which creates more vacancies for officers and men to move up, no doubt provides the window for the few not yet affected to be elevated in another exercise underway for the junior ranks.

“Anyone not yet affected can rest assured that the Chairman/CEO considers their welfare paramount and central to the successes so far achieved by his leadership and will continue to pay attention to their career progression in the interest of the overall high productivity goal set for all Commands and formations of the Agency.”

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Man Narrates How His Haircut Messed Him Up During S3x

An American man has taken to Facebook to narrate how his haircut messed him up during a s3xual encounter.

According to Ben Daryl, the lady he was having s3x with suddenly started screaming while pointing out that “something” is dripping down his head.

The Facebook user who shared photos of hair dye on his face blamed his barber for the embarrassing incident.

He Wrote;

“Maaaan i’m over this chick house, we started having s3x, I started sweating she started screaming. All a sudden she said nigga wtf!!!Get off of me, what’s that dripping from your head? I said hunh, what you talmbout? She said Ben it’s 3 adidas stripes drizzling from yo hair. So I jumped out her bed and ran in her bathroom, looked in her mirror N see this shít, i swear my Barber got me fked up”

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Lai Mohammed Gets International Lobbying Job

Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the immediate past Nigeria’s Minister of Information and Culture, has been appointed as the managing partner of an international lobbying firm, Ballard Partners.

His appointment was announced in a statement shared on the firm’s official Twitter page on Tuesday.

“Ballard Partners, one of the top government relations firms in the United States, is opening its first office in Africa in Abuja, Nigeria, the nation’s capital,” the statement reads.

“Lai Mohammed, the immediate past Nigeria minister of information and culture, will serve as the managing partner of the Abuja office and the firm’s satellite office in Lagos, the nation’s financial centre.”

According to the firm’s president, Brian Ballard, Mohammed was given the role because he “is one of the most respected officials in the country”.

“Opening our first African office in Nigeria expands our firm’s international footprint to three continents and builds upon the important work we have done on behalf of African nations and companies in Africa and the U.S.,” the firm’s president said.

“We are honoured to have former minister Lai Mohammed join the firm as our managing partner in Nigeria. He has a long record of public service and is one of the most respected officials in the country. His outstanding reputation and exceptional experience will be invaluable to our firm’s clients.”

Reacting to his new appointment, Mohammed said Ballard Partners has a perfect record globally and is delighted to be a part of the firm.

“I am very pleased to join Ballard Partners and to open the firm’s first office in Africa,” he was quoted as saying.

“Ballard Partners has an impeccable reputation internationally and is well known for its success representing African countries and American firms in Africa.”

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Susidy Removal: Why We Did Not Embark On Nationwide Strike

The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC has explained why it did not embark on an industrial action scheduled for Wednesday, June 7, over the removal of fuel subsidy.

It revealed that it decided to call off its strike over the removal of fuel subsidy partly in obedience to an order of the National Industrial Court (NICN).

In a communique issued after an emergency National Executive Council meeting on Tuesday, June 6, the NLC faulted the court order, saying it amounted to an abuse of ex-parte injunction.

The group directed all affiliates and state councils to suspend mobilisation until the outcome of the negotiations.

The statement read;

“An emergency National Executive Council (NEC) of the Congress which was called to discuss the outcome of the Dialogue between the NLC and the Federal Government on the petroleum products price hike after extensive deliberation observed that:

“The previous NEC-in-session had ordered a nationwide withdrawal of services and mass protest over the petroleum price hike by the federal government;

“Whereas the Federal Government was in breach of the 2023 Appropriation Act, the NLC will not encourage lawlessness on its part;

“Taking into account that the Federal Government has procured a court injunction restraining Congress from proceeding with the proposed nationwide strike as the NEC-in-session had ordered to begin, Wednesday, the 7th of June, 2023;

“Recognising the willingness of government for continuous engagement through dialogue and to offer reasonable palliatives in due course to cushion the effect of its policies and some levels of understanding reached;

“Considering the mood of the socio-polity last elections and the need to pursue national stability;

“Consequently, the NEC-in-session resolved as follows: to commend and applaud the diligence of the Congress’ leadership in carrying out the assignment given to it by NEC.

“To demonstrate to the Federal Government the need to comply with the laws of the land especially as it concerns obedience to the rulings of the courts and their brazen disregard to the 2023 Appropriation Act

“To, therefore, support and accept the decision of the leadership of Congress to suspend the proposed strike action in compliance with the flawed rulings of the NIC and also allow negotiations to flow freely and enable final agreement during or after the 19th June 2023 negotiation round with the federal government

“To, however, register in strongest terms its disgust and disapproval with the ruling of the National Industrial Court (NIC) for its continuous weaponisation of the instrument of ex-parte injunction in favour of government against the interests of Nigerian workers in defiance of the position of the Supreme Court on the use of this instrument.

“All Affiliates and State Councils of Congress are hereby directed to suspend further action and mobilisation until the outcome of the final negotiations.

“To commend all affiliates and state councils on their robust mobilisation towards a successful nationwide strike action and to also remain vigilant in case there is a need to continue.”

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Bandits Release Three Abducted Women In Niger State

Three women who were abducted by bandits in Kafin Koro and other adjourning communities in Paikoro Local Government Area of Niger State have regained freedom.

Recall that bandits stormed the communities in large numbers last month and abducted over 50 persons.

It was gathered that some of the victims earlier regained freedom after paying various sums as ransom, while the remaining ones are still in captivity.

A member of the community, Umar Farouq Akike, confirmed the release of the three women in a Facebook post on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.

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9-year-old Boy Found In Kaduna Two months After His Alleged Abduction From Lagos

A 9-year-old boy, Precious Francis Emmanuel who was allegedly abducted in Lagos two months ago has been found in Kaduna.

A Kaduna performing artist and poet, Tacyturn John, shared photos and video of the boy in a Facebook post on Sunday, June 4, 2023 to announce his kidnap before he was found.

The boy said his mother’s name is Esther Emmanuel and he attended Oke Odo Ologogo primary school in Lagos.

Anyone with useful information on how to locate his family should please contact the artist.

“This kid’s been kidnapped from Lagos and found in Kaduna. His name is Precious Francis Emmanuel (9years old). The last location he could recall is Ikeja. Please let’s make his photo go round to hasten the process of reuniting him with his family. He’s been gone for two months now please. Thanks,” he wrote.

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INEC Releases Final List Of Candidates For Bayelsa, Imo, Kogi Guber Elections

Ahead of the November 11 governorship elections in Kogi, Bayelsa, and Imo states, the Independent National Electoral Commissioner (INEC) has released the final list of candidates.

INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Festus Okoye, said the approval of the list followed a meeting held by the Commission in Abuja on Tuesday, June 6.

“The decision is in line with the provision of Section 32(1) of the Electoral Act 2022 which requires the publication of the list not later than 150 days to election day i.e. Friday 9th June 2023 following the period for voluntary withdrawal and substitution of candidates by political parties under Section 31 of the Electoral Act 2022.

The final list has been uploaded to the Commission’s website and social media platforms. The same will be published in our State and Local Government offices in the affected States on Thursday 8th June 2023 ahead of the statutory deadline of 9th June 2023.”

According to the statement, all 18 political parties nominated candidates in Kogi, 17 in Bayelsa, and 16 in Imo states.

The list also shows that two political parties are fielding female candidates in Bayelsa State, one in Kogi State, and none in Imo State. INEC added that campaigns by the political parties commences on Wednesday 14th June, and ends on 9th November.

See the final list below…

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Four Arrested With Human Bones In Gombe

Four suspects in possession of human bones have been arrested by the Gombe state police command.

The spokesperson of the police command, ASP Mahid Abubakar, who disclosed this while briefing newsmen, said the suspects were arrested following complaints from some residents of Taraba who they allegedly scammed.

“One Isa Musa of Bali LGA of Taraba State came to Gombe State to meet one Alhaji Auwal of Gombe who is now at large, through one of their friends that the said Alhaji will pray for them to see more success in their businesses.

The said Auwal collected the sum of N650,000 from the complainants. After sometime, the complainants having seen no improvement in their businesses demanded for their money back,” he said.

Abubakar stated that upon the demand for their money, Auwal referred them to one 65-year-old Ibrahim Adamu of Dukku LGA in Gombe State and since then Auwal had been on the run.

The spokesperson said during investigation, one Ibrahim Adamu of Bagadaza Quarters, Gombe, was also arrested at Auwal’s house with some traditional charms, sands from grave, one white cloth which they use for their devilish work.

He stated that efforts were being intensified to arrest the main suspect, Auwal who is now at large while investigation is still ongoing.

He added that items recovered from the four suspects now in police net include some human bones, sand from grave, other items for traditional charms and a piece of white clothes. According to him, the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

 

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