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Nigeria@64: Governor Yusuf Extols Nigeria’s Founding Fathers

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3 months ago

October 2, 2024

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf addressing the gathering at Independence Day

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has assured the commitment of his administration to sustain good governance and equitable distribution of common wealth in Kano

Governor made the commitment today during match pass parade marking the nation’s Independence Anniversary celebrations at Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano.

A statement by the spokesperson to the Governor, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf said the NNPP administration is prepared to improve lives, foster inclusive growth and build a society where every citizen can fulfill his or her potentials.

Governor Yusuf reminded that despite dounting challenges of economic pressure, social inequality, insecurity and other social economic instabilities, his government would not be deterred, forging ahead to build a better society for Kano residents.

The Governor emphasized that Nigerian’s independence anniversary comes with profound thought of brave nationalist and forefathers who fought for the liberation of the nation in the hands of British colonial masters.

He said Nigerians would forever continued to appreciate the resilience and sacrifice of the likes of Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, Sir Ahmadu Bello, Mallam Aminu Kano, Chief Obafemi Awolowo and Chief Nnamdi Azikwe and the host of thers.

The Governor used the opportunity to elaborate extensively on the achievements of his administration in the areas of education, healthcare services, agriculture, Water supply, Infrastructure, Women and Youth empowerment and environment.

He also commanded the civil service in the state for their dedication and assured of readiness to promptly review the recommendations of the committee on the New Minimum Wage when presented to facilitate urgent implementation.

Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf was optimistic that with dedication of all and shared responsibility, Nigeria will actualize it full potential and better standard of living of citizens.

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Stampede at Catholic Church in Maitama Claims Ten Lives During Food Distribution

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1 hour ago

December 21, 2024

Nigerian Tracker

Ten people have been confirmed dead in a stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, on Saturday, 21st December 2024, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals.

The unfortunate incident, which occurred around 6:30 am, resulted in the loss of ten lives, including four children, and left eight others injured with varying degrees of severity. Four of the injured have been treated and discharged, while the remaining victims are still receiving medical attention.

The FCT Police Command, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the tragedy, extended condolences to the families of the deceased, and wished the injured a swift recovery.

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Port-Harcourt Refinery Fully Operational- Says NNPC

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6 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Nigerian Tracker

The attention of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has been drawn to reports in a section of the media alleging that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery which was re-streamed two months ago has been shut down.

We wish to clarify that such reports are totally false as the refinery is fully operational as verified a few days ago by former Group Managing Directors of NNPC.

Preparation for the day’s loading operation is currently ongoing.

Members of the public are advised to discountenance such reports as they are the figments of the imagination of those who want to create artificial scarcity and rip-off Nigerians.

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Port Harcourt Refinery Halts Production Less Than a Month After Resumption

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6 hours ago

December 21, 2024

Nigerian Tracker

Less than a month after the porthacourt appeared to have resumed production, the facility has stopped working.

It was gathered that the lifting of petrol actually stopped last Friday, December 13, as the 18-arm loading bay of the new Port Harcourt refinery was empty.

While about 18 trucks littered the stretch of the busy road leading to the refinery itself, nine trucks were spotted inside the parking yard, while the loading bay was empty.

Journalists who visited the refinery on Thursday, December 19, 2024, observed that the lifting of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) had stopped completely.

The depot, which is usually a beehive of activities where tankers scramble for space at the parking yard, was a shadow of itself with literally no vehicular or human activity relating to operations.

This was after $1.5bn was approved in March 2021 and spent on the rehabilitation of the facility.

The inauguration of the 60,000 barrel per day production capacity plant by the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, was met with celebration and fanfare.

During the re-opening of the facility, there was lifting of petrol to the excitement of the cheering crowd.

However, less than 10 trucks of petrol were lifted that day as against widespread claims that about 200 trucks carried petrol out of the bay.