Have faith, things will work out in the long run – Oshiomhole tells Nigerians
23 Jul
Politics

Have faith, things will work out in the long run – Oshiomhole tells Nigerians

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Politics tamfitronics Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called on Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Tinubu’s administration.Oshiomhole made this statement on July 21 during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics.The former governor, now representing Edo North in the Senate, assured Nigerians that Tinubu’s policies would eventually yield positive results, urging them to remain patient.He said: “You have to agree that some of the policy initiatives will require more than a year to materialise.“What would the president gain by resorting to policy choices that are unlikely to deliver comfort in the long run?“So, I think for me, it is about having faith that in the long run, these things will work out.”
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Tinubu’s Local Government autonomy gamble, By ABIODUN KOMOLAFE
23 Jul
Politics

Tinubu’s Local Government autonomy gamble, By ABIODUN KOMOLAFE

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Politics tamfitronics “Local government is not just about politics, it’s about people’s lives.” – Eric GarcettiAt last, the Supreme Court of Nigeria has ruled in favor of Nigeria’s 774 Local Governments (LGs)! May God’s name be praised!Yes, the Supreme Court’s ruling is a significant victory, ordering 20.6% of the federation account allocation to be paid directly to LG accounts, as constitutionally mandated! But how did Nigeria descend to this point? It’s clear that most state governors sought to control LGs by appointing their herds and apparatchiks as council chairmen, thus disregarding elections. President Bola Tinubu deserves the highest praise imaginable for taking bold action.In Nigeria, state governors have historically been reluctant to grant fiscal autonomy to the LGs for the obvious reasons of political power play, fear of reduced revenue, patronage and clientelism, fear of accountability...
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DANGOTE: Dele Momodu cautions against anti-investor policies as Nigeria battles economic crisis
23 Jul
Politics

DANGOTE: Dele Momodu cautions against anti-investor policies as Nigeria battles economic crisis

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Politics tamfitronics Social commentator and Ovation Magazine publisher, Dele Momodu, on Monday, expressed concern over the recent public spat between the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Authority and Dangote Refinery’s management, warning that it may deter local and foreign investors from doing business in Nigeria.Appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Momodu urged the government to resolve the issue discreetly, stating that publicizing the dispute could have far-reaching consequences for the economy.He emphasized the significance of encouraging investors, citing Aliko Dangote’s substantial investments in Nigeria and other countries.“It’s almost like it is a crime to be an investor in Nigeria. I saw the reports in the Financial Times, Bloomberg and others. It will not help Nigeria.“I don’t know who has grudges to bear with him. He should call him into a bedroom. Let them go and...
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Peter Obi Speaks Out on Recent Dispute Between Dangote Refinery, FG
23 Jul
Politics

Peter Obi Speaks Out on Recent Dispute Between Dangote Refinery, FG

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Politics tamfitronics The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has broken his silence on the ongoing dispute between Dangote Refinery and the Federal Government. Politics Nigeria understands that there is a dispute between the Dangote Group and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) regarding the quality of diesel fuel in Nigeria.The refinery has also not been able to get adequate crude supplies from the country.In a statement on social media, Obi called for a swift resolution and government support for the refinery’s seamless operation.Obi highlighted the refinery’s potential to generate $21 billion in annual revenue and create over 100,000 jobs, stressing its strategic importance in addressing Nigeria’s fuel crisis, boosting foreign exchange earnings, and fostering economic growth.He praised Alhaji Dangote’s contributions to Nigeria, describing him...
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