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Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief programme, economic analyst Oyalowo highlighted a crucial factor behind the nation’s economic difficulties: the weak performance of the naira against the dollar. “I don’t think the price of fuel is a major problem; what is causing most of this problem is the rate at which our naira is priced against the dollar,” Oyalowo stated.

As Nigerians anticipate the release of petrol from the $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has announced it will begin lifting the product on September 15. However, NNPC highlighted that petrol prices will be influenced by foreign exchange rates and market forces due to the deregulated nature of the market. Oil marketers reported that approximately 2,000 tankers are waiting at depots across Lagos, Warri, and Port Harcourt for fuel.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has confidently asserted that during his tenure as Nigeria’s leader from 1999 to 2007, he fulfilled his responsibilities effectively and managed the country’s affairs with diligence. Speaking at a recent lecture in Lagos, Obasanjo took pride in his accomplishments and the economic strides made during his presidency.

On Tuesday, Dan Ulasi, a former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State, refuted claims that the party had summoned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to appear before its disciplinary committee. The assertion came amidst confusion over Wike’s role and actions following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu.

Former beauty queen, Ms. Aderinoye Queen Christmas, also known as Ms. Queen Oluwadamilola Aderinoye, has surrendered to the Lagos Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) after evading capture for approximately eight months. The development was disclosed in a statement by Femi Babafemi, the NDLEA Director of Media & Advocacy.

In a significant development for Nigeria’s judiciary, President Bola Tinubu has officially sworn in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The ceremony took place today at the Presidential Villa, with Justice Kekere-Ekun taking her oath of office at approximately 11:38 am. She was promptly seated in the Council Chambers at 11:45 am, marking the beginning of her tenure in this pivotal role.

In a strategic move to address the growing issue of healthcare workforce migration, President Bola Tinubu has endorsed a new national policy designed to retain Nigerian healthcare professionals within the country. This development was announced by Ali Pate, the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, who described the policy as a comprehensive effort to manage, harness, and reverse the trend of healthcare professionals leaving Nigeria.

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has stirred controversy with his recent remarks on bridal makeup. Speaking at the Redemption City in Mowe, Ogun State, the revered cleric suggested that women who wear makeup, particularly on their wedding day, do not believe that God did a perfect job in creating them.

Nigerian crossdresser and social media personality James Brown has issued a stern warning to his fellow crossdressers following the tragic death of Abuja’s popular crossdresser, Area Mama. Area Mama, known for her vibrant personality and bold fashion choices, was brutally murdered yesterday in a shocking act of violence that has sent ripples of fear and grief through the LGBTQ+ community in Nigeria.

Nigerian telecom operators have refuted claims of deliberate internet disruptions during the recent #EndBadGovernance protests. Instead, they have attributed the network outages to physical damage caused by protesters.