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Nigeria Spends N930bn on Fuel Imports in February Despite Rising Local Refining Capacity Nigeria imported petrol and diesel in February 2025 valued at about N930 billion, despite rising local refining capacity, raising questions as to the economic sense behind the licensing of oil marketers to bring in fresh petroleum products. Data on the importation of the fuels last month, showed that aside from the N930 billion bill in February, oil marketers licensed by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), imported products worth N5.5 trillion between October 2024 and January this year. “These significant import figures come…

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria has taken legal action against the Federal Government on the implementation of local government autonomy. In a suit registered as FHC/ABJ/05/353/2025 at a Federal High Court in Abuja, ALGON is demanding the inclusion of local government councils in the Federation Account Allocation Committee. Joined in the suit as respondents are the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi; Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; Minister of Budget and National Planning, Abubakar Bagudu; and the Accountant-General of the Federation. Other respondents are the Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal…

Former Chairman of Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (OyoRUWASSA), Hon. Najeem Omirinde, has extended warm birthday wishes to Her Excellency, Chief (Mrs.) Ajibola Lawal, the wife of the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barr. Bayo Lawal. In a goodwill message, Hon. Omirinde described Chief (Mrs.) Lawal as a woman of grace, compassion, and strength, whose unwavering commitment to the well-being of the people of Oyo State continues to make a significant impact. He commended her role as a pillar of support to her husband and her contributions to the upliftment of women, children, and the less privileged…

On this special occasion, the Special Assistants to the Deputy Governor of Oyo State extend our heartfelt birthday greetings to our esteemed mother, and pillar of support, Chief (Mrs.) Ajibola Lawal, wife of the Deputy Governor of Oyo State. Chief (Mrs.) Lawal is an embodiment of grace, wisdom, and compassion. Her dedication to humanitarian causes, commitment to uplifting the less privileged, and relentless support for initiatives that promote the welfare of women and children make her a source of inspiration to many. As she marks another year of a life well-lived, we celebrate her strength, kindness, and invaluable contributions…

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to sports development in Oyo State, Hon. Adedeji Stanley Dhikrullahi Olajide, the federal lawmaker representing Ibadan North-West/Ibadan South-West Federal Constituency, has been honoured with an Award of Excellence in Sports Development by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo State Chapter. The award was presented by the Chairman of the association in Oyo State, Ayomiku Ajibola. Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Hon. Olajide described the award as a significant honour and commended SWAN for considering him worthy among many deserving individuals. “It is a huge honour. There are a lot of people out…

In his continuous efforts to advance technology in Nigeria, the Director General of the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Joseph Tegbe, engaged in high-level investment discussions with the leadership team of Huawei Technologies to enhance collaboration on the country’s digital transformation. The discussions took place during the technical sessions of the 2025 Mobile World Congress (MWC), where Tegbe and his Nigerian delegation actively participated. During the meeting with Mr. Tony Bao, Huawei’s Vice President, and Mr. Hover Gao, President of the Sub-Saharan Africa Region, Huawei Technologies reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating Nigeria’s digital transformation. Tegbe also emphasized the need to balance…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has hailed the appointment of Alhaji Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan as a Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service. Adeladan’s appointment was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu earlier in the week. Makinde, who congratulated the newly-appointed Permanent Secretary, an indigene of Igboho in Oorelope Local Government Area, said his diligence and hard work have brought him this far. He charged Adeladan to continue to be a good ambassador of Oyo State, noting that his appointment as a Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil was another testament to the excellence that Oyo State has always…

It was a joyous occasion for volunteers from all 33 local government areas of Oyo State as they gathered in large numbers for a strategic community service event in honor of Prince Adeyemo Adedeji Ola, the Special Assistant on Political Matters to Governor Seyi Makinde. The event, which was a collaborative effort with the Oyo State Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), was well-attended by various influential personalities from different walks of life. Volunteers, alongside OYRTMA officials, were seen actively controlling traffic and enforcing traffic regulations at key junctions across Oyo State. This unique birthday community service is not a new…

The Oyo State Executive Council has approved the establishment of the Sovereign Wealth Fund for the State. This was one of the decisions taken at the Executive Council meeting yesterday. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the Council identified the establishment of the fund as beneficial to the economic wellbeing of the State, both in the short and long run. According to him, the principal objective of the Sovereign Wealth Fund is to generate wealth through diversification and prudent investment practices and transform financial assets of the State into tangible…

As part of efforts to foster unity and strengthen ties within the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Adedeji Stanley Dhikrullahi Olajide will on Thursday, March 6, 2025, host party leaders, stakeholders and Muslim faithful to a Ramadan Iftar (breaking of fast). The Iftar, according to Tolu Mustapha, Special Adviser, Media and Public Affairs to Hon. Adedeji Olajide, is scheduled to take place at his Adeoyo residence in Ibadan by 6:00 p.m., will serve as a moment of reflection, prayer and thanksgiving as party leaders converge to reaffirm their commitment to the unity…