The Federal Government of Nigeria, Directs International oil companies to sell crude oil Dangote Refinery

5th June, 2024

Africa News

By Oyenike

THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA, DIRECTS INTERNATIONAL OIL COMPANIES TO SELL CRUDE OIL DANGOTE REFINERY

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission is taking steps to ensure that international oil companies supply crude oil to the Dangote oil refinery and other refineries in the country. The spokesperson for NURPC, Olaide Shonola, mentioned that they would mandate the international oil companies IOCs to sell to the refineries in the country.

Mr Olaide Shonola said this in response to comments by the Chairman of the Dangote group, Aliko Dangote. In an interview, Dangote said international oil companies in Nigeria are ready to sell crude oil to the 650,000 barrels capacity oil refinery. He says the companies are used to selling and exporting crude oil for foreign exchange and they are unwilling to stop.

The business tycoon said “Africa was not growing because it sells its raw material to the Western world and purchase it as finished goods.” Earlier this year, the NURPC made a new rule stating that oil producers should sell crude to domestic refineries before attending to foreign demands.

It is obvious the international oil companies are not obeying the rule. They still sell most of the crude oil to foreign companies.

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has intervened and promised ensure the local sale of crude oil to Dangote oil refinery and local other refineries. The spokesperson’s Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission in an interview has spoken about mandating the IOCs to supply crude to the refinery.

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THE NIGERIA POLICE SEARCHE FOR TENANT AS LANDLORD DIES DURING RENT CONFRONTATION

The Ogun State Police Command of the Nigeria Police Force is currently in search of a tenant, known as Mr. Emmanuel, at Arigbabu village, Sotubo in Sagamu LGA of Ogun state following the unfortunate demise of his landlord, identified as Benjamin Apeh, during a dispute with him. Benjamin Apeh reportedly passed away while arguing with Emmanuel over unsettled house rent.

The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, revealed this information in a statement in Abeokuta on Tuesday. Odutola detailed that a potential murder incident was reported on Monday at 5:00 pm, by the deceased’s daughter, Miss Precious Apeh. She mentioned that her father confronted the tenant at 7:20 pm on Saturday regarding overdue rent. Precious informed the authorities that in the early hours of Sunday, she overheard her father and the tenant quarrelling in front of their residence, where the tenant made threatening remarks.

Mr Apeh collapsed during the argument and was swiftly taken to NNPC Hospital Mosimi, but was later pronounced dead by the attending physician. The suspect absconded from the scene, but measures are being taken to capture him.

Detectives, under the leadership of Superintendent of Police SP Temitope Fapohunda, visited the location, documented evidence, and further updates will be shared. The police spokesperson mentioned that an investigation is underway, and the deceased has been placed in the morgue of Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital, Sagamu.

The Nigeria Police Force, Ogun State Command PRO, Omolola Odutola

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THE ORGANISED LABOUR IN NIGERIA CONSIDERS N100,000 MINIMUM WAGE

The President told the Minister to figure out the expenses, and Labour set a deadline of one week. Organised Labour might settle on a ₦100,000 minimum wage as the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage began daily meetings for five days to reach an agreement. Union leaders are open to changing their demand from ₦494,000 to ₦100,000 after facing criticism and obstacles to their initial high proposal.

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, highlighted on Saturday that the proposed minimum wage would result in a ₦9.5 trillion annual spending, which he deemed excessive for the country’s finances. Despite efforts from National Assembly leaders, Labour initiated an indefinite strike on Monday, halting economic activities nationwide.

Minimum Wage (Photo The Telegraph)

Banks, airports, public schools, and courts were closed, prompting the Federal Government to convene an emergency meeting to find a resolution.

In a bid to facilitate negotiations, unions announced on Tuesday that they paused the strike for five days after President Bola Tinubu accepted a national minimum wage above ₦60,000, with the tripartite committee committing to daily discussions until a new minimum wage is determined. The President directed the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, to disclose the cost for the new minimum wage within two days.

Tinubu requested a meeting with the government negotiation team led by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. An NLC official mentioned in The PUNCH that the unions will stand firm on the ₦100,000 minimum wage.

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THE INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE NIGERIA GRIEVES TWO EMERITUS MEMBERS OF THE FORCE

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, expresses deep sadness over the passing of two esteemed members of the police community: Retired Commissioner of Police Alayeluwa Oba Emmanuel Adebayo FCIA, JP, the Elemure of Emure Ekiti, and Deputy Commissioner of Police Abubakar Mohammed Guri.

Retired Commissioner of Police, Alayeluwa Oba Emmanuel Adebayo FCIA, JP, the Elemure of Emure Ekiti

Alayeluwa Oba Emmanuel Adebayo, a respected traditional ruler and former Commissioner of Police, departed this life on the evening of May 30th, 2024. His Majesty’s time as both a traditional leader and a police commissioner has left a lasting impact on our nation. His exceptional wisdom, strong leadership, and unwavering dedication to public service will always be remembered.

Similarly, Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP Abubakar Mohammed Guri, who served diligently as the Deputy Commissioner of Police at the Police Mobile Force, Force Headquarters, Abuja, passed away on the morning of June 3rd, 2024.

Deputy Commissioner of Police DCP Abubakar Mohammed Guri was recognised for his kindness, punctuality, and steadfast commitment to his responsibilities. His outstanding service to our country will continue to motivate all who had the privilege of knowing him.

On behalf of the entire Nigeria Police Force, the IGP sends sincere condolences and prayers to the families of Oba Emmanuel Adebayo and DCP Mohammed Guri. Our hearts and thoughts are with you during this challenging time. May the souls of these honourable men rest in peace.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Abubakar Mohammed Guri

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THE KADUNA HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY NIGERIA HAS RECOMMENDED EL-RUFAI FOR PROSECUTION

The Kaduna State House of Assembly has suggested that the former governor of the state, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, should face legal action for alleged misuse of power and financial crimes during his time in office. Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai CON is a Nigerian politician who served as governor of Kaduna State from 2015 to 2023.

He served as minister of the Federal Capital Territory from 2003 to 2007. El-Rufai also served as director of the Bureau of Public Enterprises.

The decision for his recommended prosecution came after a special committee, led by Henry Zacharia, investigated the matter on behalf of the Kaduna House of Assembly Nigeria.

As outlined in Zacharia’s report presented on Wednesday, many of the loans taken during el-Rufai’s tenure were not utilised for their intended purposes, and in some instances, and proper procedures were not followed in obtaining these loans.

The former governor of Kaduna state, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai

Consequently, the committee proposed that the ex-governor and other implicated members of his administration should be looked into and prosecuted by law enforcement and anti-corruption agencies for misusing power by awarding contracts without following the correct procedures, misappropriation of public funds, and involvement in money laundering.

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