News
APGA Candidate Accepts APC Victory in AMAC
The chairmanship candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the Abuja Municipal Area Council election, Eze Chukwu, has accepted the victory of the APC candidate, Christopher Maikalangu.
In a statement released in Abuja, Chukwu said he would not challenge the outcome, stressing that elections are meant to serve the people rather than personal ambition.
He described the poll as peaceful and orderly, noting that the calm recorded during the campaign and on election day represented progress for Nigeria’s democracy.
Chukwu congratulated the winner and urged him to govern with inclusiveness and fairness, emphasising that the council belongs to all residents regardless of political or ethnic affiliations.
He also thanked his supporters for conducting what he described as a disciplined campaign and encouraged citizens to remain actively involved in democratic processes.
-
Resident Doctors Issue 21-Day Ultimatum to FG Over Unpaid Allowances, Salary Arrears
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, demanding urgent resolution of unpaid allowances, salary arrears, delayed training funds, and other welfare-related concerns affecting medical practitioners across the country. The ultimatum was contained in a communique issued after the association’s Ordinary General Meeting (OGM) held in Kano…
-
Senate Advances Bill to Regulate Cryptocurrency, Strengthen Investor Protection in Nigeria
The Nigerian Senate has passed for second reading a bill seeking to regulate cryptocurrency operations, protect investors, and strengthen the country’s growing digital economy. The bill, sponsored by Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, was approved during Tuesday’s plenary session following majority support from senators through a voice vote. After its passage, the proposed legislation was…
-
Dangote Refinery Increases Processing Capacity To 700,000 Bpd
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has increased its crude oil processing capacity to 700,000 barrels per day (bpd), surpassing its official nameplate capacity of 650,000 bpd. The achievement was confirmed during a performance test conducted by the refinery’s process licensors, marking a major milestone in the facility’s operational growth. The development further strengthens the refinery’s…