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ECOWAS Parliament to hold Second Extraordinary Session in Kano

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All arrangements have been concluded for the Second Extraordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to be held in Kano, Nigeria.

The Second Extraordinary Session, according to the ECOWAS Parliament, will be held at the Bristol Hotel in Kano, the Commercial Centre of the country, between the 20th and 25th May, 2024.

President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, attended the inaugural session of the Sixth Legislature of the ECOWAS Parliament held on April 4, this year.

The Deputy President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Barau I Jibrin, emerged as the First Deputy Speaker of the assembly during the inauguration.

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The event, according to a statement by the Special Adviser to the Deputy President of the Senate on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, will attract parliamentarians from Nigeria, Benin Republic, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote D’ Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Republic of Togo.

The ECOWAS Parliament, also known as the Community Parliament, is one of the institutions of the ECOWAS. It is the Assembly of Peoples of the Community, serving as a forum of dialogue, consultation and consensus for representatives of the people of West Africa to promote integration.

In a statement signed by special adviser to Senate President on Media and publicity Ismail Mudassir said the ECOWAS Parliament which was established under Articles 6 and 13 of the ECOWAS revised treaty of 1993, is composed of 115 seats.

 

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Maulud: Dalori urges Muslims to Emulate Virtues of Prophet Muhammad

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Ali Bukar Dalori

 

The deputy National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) North, Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori felicitated with Muslims over Ei-dul Maulud.

Dalori urged Muslim faithful to emulate the virtues of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

He said 12 Rabi ul Awwal is an important date on Islamic calendar as it marks the birthdate of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), as an epitome of leadership, wisdom, and kindness.
Dalori said, “This occasion is an important date on Islamic calendar. I therefore urge Muslim faithful to emulate the noble teaching of the prophet of Islam.
“Let us reflect and pray for peace and economic well-being for our dear country.”
However, Dalori sympathized with the victims of floods in Maiduguri, saying the natural disaster was devastating.
He added, “The occasion of Maulud is vital as it gives us a unique chance to reflect on our faith. Let us use this opportunity to pray for brothers and sisters in Miaduguri who were devastated by floods.”

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Gov Dikko, Gawuna, Andishu, Nimrod receives YSFON awards

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The Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria, YSFON has conferred the executive governor of Katsina state governor, Radda Dikko with merit award in recognition of  the immense contribution by his led state administration to sports development.

The well attended award conferment ceremony took place last Saturday at Ahmadu Bello stadium Kaduna.

Katsina state commissioner for sports,  Aliyu Lawal Zakari received the award on behalf of the state governor.

Gov Dikko applaud YSFON for its over  four decades of sacrifices and  investments in youths development in Nigeria through sports.

He reassured of his commitment to continue to invest in the development of sports in all areas that will  boost national development.

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The immediate past deputy governor of Kano state, Dr Nasiru Gawuna was also on parade as one of the awardees.

Gawuna was decorated  in recognition of his service to YSFON for several years. YSFON said.

The managing director, FreIvan Support Services, Moses Ted Andishu also bagged an award, for his  contribution to sports developments at the grass root level.

Moses, who is a  UK  business mogul and philanthropist, speaking through his representative, Joseph Andishu, who received the award  on his behalf has  reaffirmed his commitments toward supporting laudable projects that will mentor Nigerian youths towards positive innovations and entrepreneurship using sports as the vehicle to pursue his goals to  continue to better the cause of humanity.

The incumbent national president, Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Engineer Musa Nimrod was honorured by YSFON for his tireless support to  sports activities  involving Nigerian youths.

 

 

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Finally NNPC Tackles Dangote, Releases Estimated Pump Prices of PMS from Dangote Refinery.

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The NNPC Ltd has released estimated prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as Petrol (obtained from the Dangote Refinery) in its retail stations across the country.

The NNPC Ltd also wishes to state that, in line with the provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), PMS prices are not set by Government, but negotiated directly between parties on an arms length.

The NNPC Ltd can confirm that it is paying Dangote Refinery in USD for September 2024 PMS offtake, as Naira transactions will only commence on October 1st, 2024.

The NNPC Ltd assures that if the quoted pricing is disputed, it will be grateful for any discount from the Dangote Refinery, which will be passed on 100% to the general public.

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Attached to this statement are the estimated pump prices of PMS (obtained from the Dangote Refinery) across NNPC Retail Stations the country, based on September 2024 pricing.

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Olufemi Soneye
Chief Corporate Communications Officer
NNPC Ltd
Abuja

16th September, 2024

 

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