Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
•Directs NNPC to Reactivate Warri, Kaduna Refineries President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to boost Nigeria’a export capacity, as crude oil production kicks off in Port Harcourt refinery This was contained in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. Recall that NPO reported that the refinery is set to dispatch its first batch of petroleum products today at a 60% capacity. The statement also acknowledged former President, Muhammadu Buhari, for initiating the rehabilitation and expressed appreciation to the African Export-Import Bank for financing the project. “President Tinubu…
The former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has reportedly arrived at the Abuja headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday afternoon. NPO Reports learnt that Bello drove himself into the premises of the commission. This is following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld the constitutionality of the EFCC, dismissing challenges brought by some states against the anti-graft agency. Recall that Bello had months ago surrendered himself at the commission’s office to clear his names from the crimes linked to him. During a prior hearing on November 14, the EFCC requested an adjournment until November 27,…
Nigeria’s owned Port Harcourt Refinery has commenced production of crude oil at a 60% capacity, following a major upgrade and modernization project since 2021. The announcement was made by the spokesperson, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Olufemi Soneye, on Tuesday. The refinery is set to dispatch its first batch of petroleum products on Tuesday, November 26. According to him, the refinery has kicked off with 60 percent capacity. He noted that the Refinery is processing 60,000 barrels per day of crude. The Port Harcourt refinery has a combined 250,000 barrels per day capacity. NPO Reports that this is following…
Following the announcement of an increase in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the third quarter of the year, President Bola Tinubu, has assured of a greater economic output. This was contained in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, on Monday. The president expressed his excitement and noted that there’s still much work needed to be done “I am excited by the latest report from the National Bureau of Statistics that our economy grew in the third quarter more than last quarter and even beyond projected estimates. “While I welcome this development,…
•Announces Implementation of Gender Policy The Nigerian Police Force has restated its commitment to tackling Gender-Based Violence. This was contained in a statement by the force’s spokesperson, Olumuiyiwa Adejobi, on Monday. NPO reports that the police force alongside other governmental groups and NGOs are observing the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. “The recent implementation of the comprehensive Police Gender Policy, along with the appointment of a dedicated Gender Advisor, signifies the dedication of the Nigeria Police Force to the mission to foster gender inclusivity and a safer society for all. “The Police have a longstanding commitment to combating…
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has affirmed that Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has recorded an increase of 3.46% in the third quarter of 2024. This was contained in its latest report which was published on Monday. According to the report, the growth rate for Q3 of 3.46% is higher than the growth rate of the third quarter of 2023 which recorded 2.54% and the second quarter of 2024 which recorded 3.19%. The performance of the GDP in the third quarter of 2024 was driven mainly by the Services sector, which recorded a growth of 5.19% and contributed 53.58%…
As Nigeria grapples with mounting infrastructure deficits and revenue shortfalls, industry leaders and policymakers are set to convene at the NPO Reports Annual National Dialogue. The event themed “Revenue Generation, Infrastructure Progress: Options in a Challenged Economy” is slated to hold on Tuesday 26th of November, 2024 by 10am at the Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House) Maitama Abuja. The event will feature prominent figures including the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, as the keynote speaker of the event and former Postmaster General, Dr. Ismail Adebayo Adewusi, will chair the event. Also expected…
Operatives of the Lagos State Taskforce have impounded 128 commercial motorcycles popularly known as “Okada”, for operating illegally in some parts of the state. The Chairman of the taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, disclosed this in a statement, signed by the Director, Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, on Sunday in Lagos. Akerele said that the motorcycles were impounded in Sabo Ikorodu, Berger, and Ikotun while enforcing the ban on the operations of commercial motorcycles in restricted areas of the state. Akerele reiterated the taskforce’s unwavering stance on illegal operations of commercial motorcycles, stressing that both riders and passengers caught…
By Sunday Babatunde The race for the 2027 Governorship Race seems to have started earlier than expected in the Centre of Excellence, Lagos State, albeit on a very dramatic note. The presentation of Lagos State’s 2025 budget proposal on November 21, 2024, was expected to be a milestone event, but the session at the House of Assembly became a noteworthy spectacle of discord and political theatrics. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the state’s chief executive, arrived at the legislative chamber with the intention of unveiling the budget and setting a course for the state’s future. Led by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, the Assembly’s…
The House of Representatives has resolved to lead a landmark march against gender-based violence to commemorate the 2024 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Spokesperson of the House of Reps, Akin Rotimi, said this in a statement in Abuja on Saturday. Rotimi said that the march would be carried out alongside other strategic activities, as part of its unwavering commitment to eradicating gender-based violence (GBV) in Nigeria. According to him, which will start at 8:00 a.m., will bring together more than 1,000 participants, including representatives and members of the public. He said it would be a symbolic…