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The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced a planned reduction of ₦50 per litre in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) for consumers. This development follows a new agreement between IPMAN and Dangote Refinery, as confirmed by IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Maigandi, during an interview with Channels Television on Tuesday. Maigandi, while speaking on Channels TV, disclosed that Dangote Refinery has set a price template of ₦940 per litre for depot purchases and ₦990 per litre for truck purchases for IPMAN members, a move expected to bring down petrol prices across the country. Maigandi explained that…

Google has launched its latest broad core algorithm update for November 2024, as part of its ongoing efforts to refine search quality and deliver more relevant results. The update, which was announced on Google’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, aims to reassess and improve the way content is evaluated and ranked across all regions and languages. “Today we released the November 2024 core update. We’ll add it to our ranking release history page in the near future and update when the rollout is complete,” Google stated. Broad core updates, unlike targeted algorithm adjustments, affect search rankings globally, with potential impacts…

Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, has announced his resignation following the release of the Makin Review, which revealed severe shortcomings by the Church of England in handling historic abuse allegations involving the late John Smyth. In a heartfelt statement on Tuesday, Welby expressed deep regret over the church’s prolonged inaction and apologized for the pain inflicted on survivors. State reporters informed that the Makin Review exposed a “conspiracy of silence” within the church regarding Smyth’s abuses. Welby acknowledged that he had initially believed in 2013, upon learning of the allegations and police notification, that appropriate actions would follow. “It…

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has announced that the sale of assets belonging to the defunct Heritage Bank Plc will commence on December 4, 2024. In a statement issued on Sunday, Bashir Nuhu, NDIC’s Director of Communication and Public Affairs, disclosed that the corporation has initiated the process to sell off the bank’s landed properties. Nuhu noted that the asset sale is in line with NDIC’s statutory role as the liquidator of failed banks, as stipulated under Section 62 (1)(d) of the NDIC Act, 2023. The goal of the liquidation process is to ensure the timely payment of dividends…

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has successfully reached an agreement with Dangote Refinery to lift petroleum products directly, ensuring a steady and affordable supply across the country. In a briefing held in Abuja, IPMAN President Abubakar Garima highlighted that the agreement will bolster partnerships between the association and Dangote Refinery, enabling a more reliable distribution of products at affordable prices. Garima urged IPMAN members to support this new collaboration, emphasizing its potential to contribute to Nigeria’s economic growth. “After meeting with Aliko Dangote and his management team in Lagos, we are pleased to announce that Dangote Refinery…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed the delivery of sensitive materials for the upcoming Ondo State governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024. According to INEC, the materials were transported to Akure, the state capital, by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and received by officials from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). In an announcement on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, INEC shared, “Sensitive materials for the Ondo State governorship election, scheduled for Saturday, 16th November 2024, have arrived in Akure, the state capital, and have been received by officials of the Central Bank…

Manchester United has officially announced the departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy, who stepped in as interim head coach following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag. Van Nistelrooy, a legendary former player for United, managed the team for four matches before the appointment of new head coach Ruben Amorim. The club released a statement on Monday, coinciding with Amorim’s arrival in the UK, expressing gratitude for van Nistelrooy’s contributions. “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head…

Not less than eight players arrived at the Super Eagles camp in Abidjan on Monday in preparation for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches. The players who arrived early in camp include Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze. Other players among the early arrivals are Amas Obasogie, Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka, Bruno Onyemaechi, Gabriel Osho, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, as confirmed by the Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe. He also confirmed that more players are expected to hit the camp on Tuesday ahead of their confrontation with the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Stade Felix-Houphouet-Boigny on Thursday. The…

Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, the recently appointed Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, has pledged his commitment to helping the All Progressives Congress (APC) reclaim Kano State in the upcoming 2027 elections. During his first visit to Kano after joining the Federal Executive Council, Ata emphasized that his appointment carries a significant political objective. In a conversation with journalists, Ata candidly acknowledged the political motivations behind his role. “My appointment was primarily for political reasons. The APC has lost Kano State, but now we will reclaim it. The main issue lies in Kano Central, and that is my home…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a directive for workers in states yet to implement the new ₦70,000 minimum wage to commence an indefinite strike starting December 1, 2024. This decision was part of resolutions reached at the NLC National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held over the weekend, highlighting frustrations over the delay in implementing the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act. The NLC accused governors in non-compliant states of betraying workers’ rights by failing to honor the new minimum wage, despite rising economic challenges. “The NEC notes with deep frustration the persistent delay and outright refusal by some state…