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How Lagos Gov., Ambode Neglected Lagos Major Roads! … .Many Roads still Full of Weeds .Ijaiye-Ogba Rd., Oba Akran, Ikeja; Bonny Road V.I etc

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7 years ago

September 3, 2018

Contrary to the positive media publicity of Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, as a performing governor, there are still clear indications that this index is far from being realistic. For one, his refuse collection drive is a farce! Since he introduced the idea of Cleaner Lagos Project, the state has drifted into a state of Dirtier Lagos, with many roads and streets becoming dumping ground for heaps of garbage and refuse. When our team of investigative reporters visited some areas in Lagos state, for example, Iyana Isolo/Ejigbo Road, they came back with an eye-sore report about how this annex is no longer good for health, accessibility and good transportation. But, for Gov. Ambode to earnestly pay attention to this menace in these areas, he is more than concerned, looking for a second term. In fact, Lagos state, the assumed city of Aquatic Splendour, has now turned to a laughing stock, when it is being projected to the outside world as a Centre of Excellence. Where is that excellence and Splendour? People ask. Our dear governor has not done anything, in the least, to alleviate the expectation of the masses that reposed their confidence in him prior to his election and eventual swearing-in on May 29, 2015.

As it is now, Health Care Deliveries, Roads Rehabilitation, Empowerments for indigent people have become a sour story. Many who visit our hospitals, today, are simply turned back to go and procure drugs outside for their patients, only to come back and be told that there are no bed spaces for their patients.

Are these and many more, what Gov. Ambode promised his people in his manifesto? Basically, there is no Free Health Care Service. A typical example was recorded by our reporters, when an excruciating painful patient was rushed to a Lagos State-owned General Hospital, and was left unattended to by any medical or health attendant, only to be told 4 or 5 hours later that there was no bed space or drugs to look into the matter. For example, an Ifako/Ijaiye resident, one Mr. Adeniyi said he is tired of the rigours they go through every day, on how they commute from Ifako/Ijaiye to Ikeja, and now begging Gov. Ambode to do something about this torment and torture.

He said emphatically that, when Ambode came to Ifako/Ijaiye for his governorship campaign in 2014 he promised to complete the Ifako/Ijaiye Mini Stadium before the end of his first term in office, and just few months to the end of this term, nothing extra has been noticed at the mini-stadium. This is against the good efforts of immediate past Gov. Fashola about continuity in government. This is in essence, sending a sound SOS to the acclaimed performing governor of Lagos State, Akinwunmi Ambode, that, it is not his ambition, albeit super-imposed, to come back for a second term in office that should be paramount on his mind now; but what he is doing at the moment and what he will do to better the welfare of the citizens of Lagos State, that will speak for him for a second term. The nauseating filth in Lagos, the inadequate health care and massive heaps of refuse around, are too much for people to vouch for him for a second term.

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BREAKING: Tinubu signs Tax Reform bills into law

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1 week ago

June 26, 2025

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President Tinubu signed the law in his office at the State House, Abuja, on Thursday, in the presence of relevant stakeholders from across the arms of government.

The new laws include the Nigerian Tax Law, the Nigerian Tax Administration Law, the National Revenue Service (Establishment) Law and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Law.

Earlier on Thursday, President Tinubu had explained that the laws would be unifying Nigeria’s fragmented tax system, removing redundant overlaps, boosting investor confidence, enhancing transparency, and promoting coordinated efforts across all levels.

He also described the legislation as a clear departure from previous policies, emphasising that the reforms are designed to ease the burden on working families, small businesses, and low-income earners while eliminating inefficiencies that have long plagued Nigeria’s fiscal structure.

The Nigerian Leader explained that with the new tax reform laws, the Bola Tinubu-led Administration is now laying the foundation for a tax regime that is fair, transparent and fit for a modern, ambitious Nigeria.

“These reforms go beyond streamlining tax codes. They deliver the first major, pro-people tax cuts in a generation, targeted relief for low-income earners, small businesses, and families working hard to make ends meet.

“For too long, our tax system has been a patchwork-complex, inequitable, and burdensome. It has weighed down the vulnerable and shielded inefficiency. That era ends today.

“We are laying a foundation for a tax regime that is fair, transparent and fit for a modern, ambitious Nigeria. A tax regime that rewards enterprise, protects the vulnerable, and mobilises revenue without punishing productivity”, he said.

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Breaking: Iran launches missiles at US bases in Qatar, Iraq

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2 weeks ago

June 23, 2025

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“The operation of Iranian missiles against American bases located in Qatar and in Iraq has begun, and is called ‘Blessing of Victory’,” the official press agency IRNA said. AFP journalists reported hearing explosions in Doha, the capital of Qatar, home to the largest US base in the region.

Meanwhile, Qatar said it had successfully intercepted an Iranian missile attack Monday on the United States’ Al Udeid base, the largest US military facility in the Middle East.

“The Ministry of Defense announced that Qatari air defenses successfully intercepted a missile attack targeting Al Udeid Air Base,” it said in a statement, adding that “the incident did not result in any deaths or injuries”.

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Dangote Refinery to Begin Nationwide Distribution of PMS, Diesel, for smooth logistics to marketers

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3 weeks ago

June 16, 2025

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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that it will begin distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel nationwide.

The statement added that the Refinery has invested in the procurement of 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers to ensure smooth take-off of the scheme, which will continue over an extended timeframe

The statement said, “To ensure the smooth takeoff of the free logistics for marketers and petrol dealers buying from Dangote, the statement further disclosed that the refinery has procured 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers.

“This phase of the programme will continue over an extended timeframe. The refinery is also investing in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations, commonly referred to as daughter booster stations, supported by a fleet of over 100 CNG tankers across the country to ensure seamless product distribution.

This strategic programme is part of our broader commitment to eliminating logistics costs, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting sustainability and supporting Nigeria’s economic development. It affirms our dedication to improving the availability and affordability of fuel, in support of broader efforts to strengthen the economy and improve the well-being of all Nigerians.

“Under this initiative, all petrol stations purchasing PMS and diesel from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery will benefit from this enhanced logistics support. Key sectors such as manufacturing, telecommunications, and others will also gain from this transformative initiative, as reduced fuel costs will contribute to lower production costs, reduced inflation, and foster economic growth. Players in these key sectors and others can purchase directly from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery.

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that it will begin distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel nationwide.

In a statement on Sunday, the company said effective from 15th of August 2025, it will begin the distribution of the products to marketers, petrol dealers, manufacturers, telecoms firms, aviation, and other large users across the country, with free logistics to boost distribution network.

The move, according to the company, was a significant national initiative aimed at transforming Nigeria’s fuel distribution landscape.

“This strategic programme is part of our broader commitment to eliminating logistics costs, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting sustainability and supporting Nigeria’s economic development. It affirms our dedication to improving the availability and affordability of fuel, in support of broader efforts to strengthen the economy and improve the well-being of all Nigerians.

The statement added that the refinery will offer a credit facility to those purchasing a minimum of 500,000 litres, which would allow them to obtain an additional 500,000 litres on credit for two weeks, under bank guarantee.

It described the effort as a milestone in its vision to revolutionise the Nigeria’s energy sector.

“This pioneering effort marks a major milestone in our vision to revolutionise Nigeria’s energy sector. Dangote Refinery is dedicated to ensuring that no place is left behind. Our goal is to provide equitable access to affordable fuel for all Nigerians, regardless of location, making energy more accessible and sustainable for everyone, wherever they may b

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