FG Slams PENGASSAN Over Dangote Refinery Strike
The Federal Government on Monday criticised the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) over its strike against Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said: “We cannot hold the whole nation to ransom because of issues that we can amicably settle across the table.”
Council Of State, Police Council To Meet Thursday
The Council of State meeting will hold in Abuja on Thursday, according to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume.
A statement from his office noted that the meeting will be hybrid, while the Police Council will also convene the same day.
Wike: Tinubu Creating Jobs Through Road Projects
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, said on Monday that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is creating jobs through ongoing road construction in Abuja.
He urged residents to pay taxes, stressing that revenues fund modern roads and social amenities.
Tinubu Orders Review Of 2026 Hajj Fares
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to review and reduce the 2026 Hajj fares within two days.
The move, announced Monday, aims to ease the financial burden on intending pilgrims.
Fire Guts Rivers State Secretariat
A fire outbreak on Monday destroyed part of the Rivers State Secretariat in Port Harcourt.
Head of Civil Service, Dr. Mrs Inyingi S. I. Brown, confirmed the incident, noting there were no casualties.
Court Asked To Stop Jonathan From 2027 Race
Lawyer Johnmary Chukwukasi Jideobi has filed a suit at the Federal High Court, Abuja, seeking to bar former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.
He also prayed the court to restrain INEC from accepting or publishing Jonathan’s name as a candidate.
Protesters Shut Kaduna Over Oil Cabal Allegations
Thousands of protesters on Monday shut down parts of Kaduna under the banner of Partners for National Economic Progress (PANEP).
They accused an oil cabal of sabotaging Nigeria’s economy by frustrating local refining, chanting slogans such as “Protect Local Refining” and “End fuel import cartel.”
PDP Compiles Delegates List Ahead Of Convention
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun compiling its delegates list ahead of its national convention scheduled for November 15–16 in Ibadan.
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri confirmed the process during a meeting of the party’s protocol subcommittee in Abuja on Monday.
Jigawa Police Arrest 153 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs
The Jigawa State Police Command announced Monday that it arrested 153 suspects and recovered large quantities of illicit drugs, cash, and a motorcycle.
Police spokesperson SP Shi’isu Adam disclosed this in a statement issued in Dutse.
17 Abducted Calabar Waterway Passengers Freed
Seventeen passengers abducted by gunmen along Calabar waterway have regained freedom after 12 days in captivity.
A senior Naval officer told NAN that the victims were rescued from the creeks without ransom.
Tinubu Summons Council Of State, Police Council To Strategic Meeting
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has summoned a strategic meeting of the Council of State and the Police Council for Thursday.
A statement by the SGF’s office said the hybrid meeting will focus on security and other national issues.
Dangote Is Not An Individual, Nigeria Greater Than PENGASSAN – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for restraint in the dispute between Dangote Refinery and PENGASSAN.
Speaking at the Nigerian Economic Summit, he said: “Aliko Dangote is more than an individual; he’s an institution. Nigeria is greater than PENGASSAN.”
NNPCL Raises Petrol Price To ₦905 Per Litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has raised petrol price from ₦890 to ₦905 per litre at some Abuja outlets.
Independent marketers linked the increase to supply disruptions caused by PENGASSAN’s recent strike against Dangote Refinery.
Tinubu Orders Immediate Cut In Hajj Fares
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) to produce reduced Hajj fares within two days.
Vice President Kashim Shettima said the move follows naira appreciation and aims at “a very significant reduction” in costs.
Aregbesola: INEC Must End BIVAS ‘Abracadabra’
Former Interior Minister Rauf Aregbesola has urged reforms in INEC, warning against manipulation of electoral technology.
Speaking in Abuja, he admitted: “I’m a beneficiary of election shenanigans,” but called for transparency in BIVAS deployment.
Anglican Church Of Nigeria Breaks From Canterbury
The Church of Nigeria has severed ties with the Church of England following Bishop Sarah Mullally’s appointment as Archbishop of Canterbury.
Primate Henry Ndukuba described her support for same-sex marriage as “devastating” and reaffirmed Nigeria’s allegiance to GAFCON.
Regina Daniels Defends Phyna Amid Clubbing Criticism
Actress Regina Daniels has defended BBNaija winner Phyna after a video showed her partying days after her sister’s death.
Responding to critics online, Daniels said Phyna “cries in her private moments” despite appearing in public.
Portable Calls For Ban On Prank Videos After Airport Drama
Singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has urged the government to ban prank videos after a commotion at Port Harcourt airport.
He claimed he was ambushed by “death pranksters” and said the incident damaged his reputation.
UEFA Approves Barcelona, AC Milan Matches Abroad
UEFA has approved LaLiga and Serie A requests to stage matches abroad.
Barcelona will face Villarreal in Miami, while AC Milan play Como in Perth, Australia. UEFA stressed the move is exceptional and not a precedent.
Sanni Reacts Calmly To Kwara United Sack
Coach Tunde Sanni has accepted his dismissal from Kwara United without protest.
Reacting to reporters, he said: “Anything they say is final. Don’t bother about my own side.” The club sacked him after NPFL and CAF losses.