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May Day: Ekiti workers celebrated in gloom – PDP
The Ekiti State branch of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has attributed economic difficulties in Ekiti State and Nigeria at large to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement released to journalists by the State Publicity Secretary, Raphael Adeyanju, the opposition party lamented the dismal conditions faced by workers in Ekiti State during this year’s Workers’ Day celebrations, asserting that the ruling party has let down the masses both at the state and national levels.
According to Adeyanju, civil servants and retirees in Ekiti State endure some of the most unfavorable conditions in Nigeria, receiving meager sums of fifteen thousand Naira for civil servants and ten thousand Naira for retirees as purported palliatives. He questioned the efficacy of such amounts in the face of the dire economic situation.
Commenting on the prevailing fuel scarcity and soaring cost of living in the state, the PDP spokesperson described the situation as intolerable, emphasizing the widespread poverty, high living costs, and general insecurity experienced by the populace.
The opposition party also criticized Governor Biodun Oyebanji for misplaced priorities, accusing him of focusing on projects with minimal impact on the welfare of Ekiti residents while neglecting pressing issues exacerbated by the APC-led federal government’s policies.
Adeyanju further highlighted the expansion of the state cabinet despite warnings of potential wastage, suggesting a trend of political patronage over genuine development efforts.
The PDP condemned what it perceives as the APC’s tendency to deflect blame and make excuses rather than address the concerns of ordinary citizens. They pointed to a pattern of blame-shifting within the APC, both at the federal and state levels, suggesting a failure to provide relief since assuming power.
Overall, the PDP’s statement reflects deep-seated dissatisfaction with the economic and governance landscape under the APC’s leadership, particularly in Ekiti State, and underscores the need for substantive change.
Dangote Refinery has announced that it will need to export 95-97 percent of its Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) due to low interest from Nigerian marketers. The refinery, which processes 650,000 barrels per day, revealed that only 3 to 5 percent of petrol marketers are purchasing its fuel.
Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Oil and Gas at Dangote Industries Limited, shared these details during an X Space session hosted by Nairametrics on Wednesday. He highlighted the challenges facing both the Dangote Refinery and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Edwin explained, “I’m selling 2 to 3 percent to small traders who are willing to buy, while the remaining 95 to 97 percent has to be exported,” referring to the local sales of the refinery’s products.
This situation arises as the NNPCL’s deadline for adjusting the Dangote Refinery’s fuel distribution approaches without a clear plan in sight. It is worth noting that while Aliko Dangote, President of Dangote Group, has announced the refinery’s initial petrol rollout, its distribution to marketers is contingent upon NNPCL’s decisions.
The final sixteen teams for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Colombia have been determined following the conclusion of the group stage.
In recent matches, Ghana triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 3-1, and Japan secured a 2-0 victory against Austria.
As a result, Japan has advanced to the Round of 16, joining the other 15 teams in this knockout stage.
The Round of 16 matches are scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
The full lineup for the Round of 16 is as follows:
- Spain vs Canada
- Brazil vs Cameroon
- Colombia vs South Korea
- Mexico vs USA
- North Korea vs Austria
- Germany vs Argentina
- Netherlands vs France
- Japan vs Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims of widespread resignations among its soldiers due to issues like corruption and low morale.
In a statement, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director of Army Public Relations, dismissed these reports as unfounded.
A news outlet had alleged that numerous Nigerian soldiers were resigning because of corruption and low morale. However, the statement condemned these allegations as misleading and a deliberate attempt to create discontent and undermine the Nigerian Army’s reputation and the dedication of its personnel.
Major General Nwachukwu clarified that, similar to other military organizations worldwide, service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary rather than mandatory. This means that personnel have the freedom to resign following established procedures.
He explained that the resignation process allows personnel to prepare and manage their entitlements, including pensions and gratuities, as outlined in the Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (Officers/Soldiers).
Contrary to the report’s implications, the statement emphasized that Nigerian Army personnel are highly motivated, and their welfare is a priority under the leadership of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
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