Tank: Saskatchewan Party tax plan preferable policy, but poor politics
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Tank: Saskatchewan Party tax plan preferable policy, but poor politics

Politics tamfitronics Moe's Saskatchewan Party has led an almost religious crusade against the federal carbon tax, but not its own provincial consumption taxes. Get the latest from Phil Tank, Saskatoon StarPhoenix straight to your inbox Author of the article: Phil Tank • Saskatoon StarPhoenixPublished Oct 09, 2024 • Last updated 18 hours ago • 3 minute readSaskatchewan Party Leader Scott Moe speaks during a media event to start the provincial election in Saskatoon, Sask., Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Photo by Liam Richards /The Canadian PressThe Saskatchewan Party started its election campaign with party leader Scott Moe touting the largest income tax reduction since 2008.But it seems doubtful a week into the campaign that most could recite or recall Moe’s tax plans. Even though you could well argue that cuts to income tax...
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“You’ve stood out for refusing to be intimidated” – Secondus hails Fubara, mocks Wike
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“You’ve stood out for refusing to be intimidated” – Secondus hails Fubara, mocks Wike

Politics tamfitronics Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uche Secondus, has praised Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for his unwavering stance in the face of political pressure.In what appeared to be a subtle jab at former Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike, Secondus commended Fubara for his refusal to be intimidated during the recent Local Government elections in the state.In a statement released by his media adviser, Ike Abonyi, on Wednesday, Secondus lauded Fubara’s leadership, crediting him for upholding democratic principles despite efforts to undermine his authority.“You’ve stood out for refusing to be intimidated,” Secondus stated.While not directly naming Wike, Secondus’ comments seemed aimed at the former governor, who has been at odds with Fubara since leaving office.The tension between the two became more pronounced in recent months, with Fubara asserting his authority and...
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Petrol Price Hits N1,200/Litre as Independent Marketers Follow After NNPC
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Petrol Price Hits N1,200/Litre as Independent Marketers Follow After NNPC

Politics tamfitronics The price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) popularly known as petrol has risen across the country as independent oil marketers, which account for the majority of retail outlets have adjusted the pump price of petrol to about N1,200 per liter. This development follows the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd’s (NNPC) decision to end its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company.The price adjustment, which took effect on Wednesday, reflects the cost at which marketers purchased the product from Dangote Refinery.It should be noted that the national oil company had previously bore the cost of subsidizing the product to the target users.A survey of filling stations across the FCT revealed that many have adjusted their pump prices to align with the new market reality.The deregulation of the downstream sector allows marketers to...
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Who is Conservative leadership candidate Kemi Badenoch?
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Who is Conservative leadership candidate Kemi Badenoch?

Politics tamfitronics Kemi BadenochKemi Badenoch has had a rapid rise in politics and is now one of the final two candidates to take over as Conservative party leader.The North West Essex MP and former London Assembly member has courted controversy during her career and has been accused of lacking “courtesy” by some Tory colleagues.Having announced her bid to lead her party with an article in the Times where she said the last administration “talked right and governed left” she has tried to maximise her appeal to those who may have been tempted to vote for Reform UK at the general election.BBadenoch made headlines during the Conservative Party ConferenceConservative Party Conference in Birmingham when she described maternity pay as “excessive” and said five to 10 per cent of civil servants should “be in prison”.She has...
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