Nigeria news today headlines : Wednesday 25th March 2020
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Abba Kyari’s COVID-19 Status Unsettles Presidency
INNOCENT OWEH;SAMUEL OGIDAN ABUJA – The report that the Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari, tested positive to the COVID-19 has thrown the entire Presidential Villa into a state of confusion as official duties at the seat of power was skeletal on Tuesday. Beyond Abba Kyari’s positive status, three other staff members who
Boko Haram Kills 47 Soldiers In Borno Ambush
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the killing of at least 47 soldiers by members of the Boko Haram terrorist group in Borno State. The Director of Defence Information, Major General John Enenche, disclosed this during a session with reporters on Tuesday in Abuja. Enenche explained that troops of Operation Lafiya Dole were on clearance
Fuel Scarcity Looms As Oil Workers Withdraw Services Friday
LAGOS – Nigeria may be plunged into severe economic crisis soon as a result of the rampaging coronavirus, as oil workers on Tuesday hinted that they would withdraw their services nationwide on Friday. The withdrawal of their services is part of the requisite measures to protect themselves from the impact of the pandemic in the
COVID-19: Reps Pass Economic Stimulus Bill
AHMED MUSA; UBONG UKPONG ABUJA – The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed an Economic Stimulus Bill to help corporate bodies and individuals cope with the economic shock arising from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bill, which according to its sponsor, Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila, is a temporary measure aimed at helping Nigerians and
Nigeria’s COVID-19 Cases Rise To 44, As Bauchi Gov Tests Positive
BAUCHI – The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has said that the novel coronavirus (COVID19) cases in Nigeria have reached 44, as Bauchi State confirmed its first case. Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Director General of NCDC, told newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja, while giving an update on COVID-19 in the country. Ihekweazu said that the
COVID 19: Ominous Threat To Edo, Ondo Polls
LAGOS – Except if urgently curtailed, the ravaging Coronavirus pandemic may pose a major threat to the conduct of the forthcoming general elections in Edo and Ondo and this has been amajor source of headache to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) . While the governorship elections has been fixed for September 19th in Edo and
Makinde Has Given Oyo Youths Platform To Deliver – Bolarinwa
Kazeem Bolarinwa is the Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde On Youths and Sports. In this interview with KAZEEM OYENIYI, he speaks on the achievements of the governor. He also explained why the youths of the state need to take advantage of the programmes of the current administration to unlock their potential. Excerpts: As the
New Fuel Price: Marketers Demand Compensation From FG Over N10bn Loss
The Petroleum Product Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), yesterday demanded compensation from the Federal Government to its members across the country for losing over N10 billion following the slash on fuel pump price of fuel. It would be recalled that the Federal Government last week Wednesday announced the reduction of fuel pump price
Oil Gains As U.S. Ramps Up Economic Support Measures
Oil prices moved between gains and losses yesterday, boosted by hopes that the United States will soon reach a deal on a $2 trillion coronavirus aid package that could blunt the economic impact of the outbreak and in turn support oil demand. But gains were capped as demand continues to decline. Brent crude oil futures
2019: Fidelity Bank Records N215.5bn In Gross Earnings
Fidelity Bank Plc has recorded gross earnings of N215.5 billion for the financial year ended Dec. 31, 2019, indicating an increase of 14 per cent. The bank’s audited result released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) showed that the gross earnings was up, compared with N189 billion achieved in the preceding period of 2018. Profit
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