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Qatar Airways Under Fire for Alleged N296m Ticket Refund Controversy Thirteen travel agencies are gearing up for a battle with Qatar Airways over the alleged refusal to implement a N296 million ticket refund since 2022. The controversy stems from the 2022 Hajj exercise, where intending pilgrims could not fly as planned due to visa issues. The affected travel agents, including names such as Meeqat Travels and Tours, Fatimoh Olabisi Travels, and Al-Yusuf Travels, among others, paid a total of N296,282,147 for air tickets that were unused. Despite interventions from various authorities, including the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies and…

Industrial action not a solution, labor must show understanding – Minister Fuel scarcity and blackout loom as NUPENG and PENGASSAN vow to join the strike The Federal Government is urging Organized Labor to reconsider their decision to go on an indefinite strike starting June 3, 2024, due to the government’s refusal to increase the proposed minimum wage to N60,000. Emphasizing the need to prioritize the interests of the masses, the government stressed that industrial action is not the solution. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, stated that dialogues and negotiations, not strikes, are the way forward. Meanwhile,…

Nigeria is on the brink of adding 480,000 barrels to its daily crude oil output as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and ExxonMobil have taken a significant step towards resolving the disagreement surrounding the sale of ExxonMobil’s assets to Seplat Energy. After President Bola Tinubu’s intervention, the NNPCL has signed a settlement agreement with ExxonMobil, bringing hope for the successful divestment. The Minister of State for Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri, highlighted that the nation lost around $30bn in the past two and a half years due to the crisis, resulting in a daily loss of 480,000 barrels of oil. With…

A tragic incident occurred in Bayelsa State as a policeman shot and killed a 40-year-old electrician, Benalayefa Bako Asiayei, over N200. The victim, returning from work, was shot by a policeman demanding the money as part of their collection package. The senseless act sparked outrage as the deceased’s family seeks justice. The incident took place along Azikoro Road in Yenagoa, the state capital, with the policeman allegedly fleeing the scene. However, he was later identified and arrested by the Bayelsa State Police Command. The family is calling on authorities to ensure the culprit faces the full wrath of the law…

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, recently commissioned the 15km Garaku-Gurku-Dari Road in Kokona Local Government Area, costing N3.67 billion. The road aims to improve connectivity and boost economic activities in the region. Governor Sule highlighted the importance of rural roads in facilitating the transportation of agricultural produce and other commodities. The governor reiterated his commitment to developing more rural roads to enhance infrastructure and economic growth in the state. He announced plans to construct additional roads, such as Angoro-Arusu-Amba-Bassa Road and Jangwa-Ribi-Agwatashi, to further support economic activities and improve connectivity. Hon. Ogah Ogazi, representing Kokona East Constituency, expressed gratitude to…

As the separatist group Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) prepares for Biafra Heroes Day today, tensions are running high in the South-East region of Nigeria. In response, the Commissioner of Police in Anambra State has deployed officers to schools to maintain peace and security. Meanwhile, the Enugu State government has taken a firm stance against the sit-at-home order issued by IPOB, urging residents to go about their daily activities as usual. The government’s rejection of the order is a clear indication of their commitment to maintaining law and order in the state. With emotions running high and potential unrest looming,…

Opposition parties have criticized the APC-led administration of President Bola Tinubu for failing to improve the quality of life for Nigerians in the first year in office. However, the APC National Publicity Director, Bala Ibrahim, defended Tinubu, claiming that his leadership has set the country on the right path for progress. On the other hand, the PDP stated that Tinubu’s economic policies had worsened the conditions for Nigerians, leading to increased insecurity and poverty. The National Chairman of ADC also expressed concerns about the administration’s policy failures that have negatively impacted the Nigerian economy. In contrast, the CUPP accused Tinubu…

The All Progressives Congress has criticized former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s recent remarks on the current administration’s policies and the coup in Niger Republic. Obasanjo specifically pointed out President Bola Tinubu’s handling of subsidy removal and the naira’s floatation, which he believes have negatively impacted the economy. Obasanjo raised these concerns at a recent colloquium in Abuja, stating that while the decisions made by the government were necessary, their execution was flawed, resulting in economic hardships for Nigerians. Despite not supporting Tinubu for presidency, Obasanjo openly criticized his policies for the first time. In response, APC’s National Director, Bala Ibrahim, dismissed…