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Minister Brings Together Oil Industry Leaders To Address Dangote Refinery Issues

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In a bid to address the ongoing challenges surrounding the Dangote Refinery, the Minister of State Petroleum Resources recently convened a high-level meeting with key stakeholders in the oil and gas sector.

The meeting, facilitated by the Minister’s exemplary leadership and timely intervention, brought together prominent figures, including Aliko Dangote, Chairman and CEO of Dangote Group; Farouk Ahmed, CEO of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA); Gbenga Komolafe, CEO of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC); and Mele Kyari, Group CEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPC).

The stakeholders expressed gratitude to the Minister for his efforts in facilitating the crucial dialogue, which aims to find a sustainable and lasting solution to the current impasse affecting the Dangote Refinery.

The meeting demonstrated a commitment to collaborative and proactive problem-solving among all parties involved.

The Minister emphasized the importance of cooperation and synergy among stakeholders to ensure the success and optimal performance of the oil and gas sector, crucial for Nigeria’s economic growth and energy security.

With all parties working together, a resolution to the Dangote Refinery issues appears to be on the horizon.

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Nigerians Have Lost Confidence In Lawmakers – Senator Ndume

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Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has expressed concern over the growing lack of confidence Nigerians have in their lawmakers, attributing it to poor performance.

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Ndume highlighted that, in the aftermath of the 2023 general elections, only 25 out of the 109 senators from the previous Assembly returned to the upper chamber.

“This means we have lost the confidence of the people,” he said.

“Out of those that didn’t come back, almost all wanted to return, except for a few who sought governorship positions,” Ndume emphasised the need to protect the integrity of the legislature, stressing that when lawmakers fail to meet public expectations, it amounts to a breach of trust.

Ndume also commented on a recent uproar in the Senate concerning President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills.

 

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The end is coming for Zelenskyy

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Vladimir Putin has hinted at plans to eliminate Volodymyr Zelenskyy by mentioning his intent to strike strategic targets in Kyiv.

According to Lieutenant Colonel Stuart Crawford, Western leaders are no longer particularly concerned about the Russian president’s repeated threats to target the Ukrainian head of state.

On Thursday, Vladimir Putin stated that he was now prepared to strike decision-making infrastructures, which could include the Ukrainian parliament or even the Ukrainian president himself.

He told Express.co.uk: “I would read it that way. I think there’s nothing he’d rather do than eliminate Zelensky and that was his plan when he launched his three day special military operation way back in February 2022. Plus ‘decision centres’ would include parliament, government buildings, senior military headquarters and possible centres of local government too.”

However, the military expert believes this latest threat is likely just a bluff, noting that Vladimir Putin often makes such declarations without following through.

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Gov Zulum: ‘We Rejected Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bill Because It Will Only Benefit Lagos, The President Must Withdraw It’

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Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has provided further insight into why the northern region and other stakeholders oppose the Tax Reform Bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu.

In an interview with BBC News Hausa, Zulum argued that the proposed reforms would disproportionately benefit Lagos State while hindering economic progress in the North. He also noted that the negative impact of the reforms would extend beyond the northern region to other parts of the country, including the South East, South South, and South West.

Zulum specifically mentioned that states like Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, and Ondo could face economic challenges under the proposed reforms. Although some proponents of the bill argue that it could place Lagos State at a disadvantage, Zulum dismissed these claims. He emphasized that the North does not wish for Lagos to suffer but maintains that the reforms, as currently proposed, are unfair to other regions.

Governor Zulum urged President Tinubu to reconsider the Tax Reform Bills, pointing out that the northern region, which delivered 60% of Tinubu’s votes in the last election, deserves fair treatment. He also dismissed narratives suggesting that the North does not support Tinubu’s administration, describing such claims as misleading.

“We are not opposing the President,” Zulum stated, “but we are asking him to withdraw these tax reform bills for the sake of fairness and national unity.”

Zulum’s remarks come amidst ongoing debates and widespread criticism of the Tax Reform Bills. Despite the backlash, the Senate advanced the bills to the second reading following a debate led by Senate Majority Leader Opeyemi Bamidele on Thursday. The move has intensified discussions over the perceived regional and economic implications of the reforms.

Critics argue that the reforms risk deepening the disparity between states, favoring wealthier regions like Lagos at the expense of less economically developed areas. Zulum’s call for a review reflects a growing sentiment among stakeholders who believe the bills require substantial amendments to ensure equitable outcomes across all regions.

As the debate continues, Zulum’s position underscores the importance of inclusive policymaking in addressing Nigeria’s diverse regional and economic realities. He called on President Tinubu to prioritize national cohesion and fairness by revisiting the tax reform proposals to accommodate the concerns of all regions.

 

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