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Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 27, 2023 19:49 UTC
Upcoming EVs with highest range in 2024: Tata Punch EV to BYD Seal
Tata Punch EVMaruti Suzuki eVXWe did a road trip in an EV! | TOI AutoBYD SealMahindra XUV300 EVMahindra XUV e.8Tata Harrier/SafariEVsTata CurvvThe electric vehicle (EV) scene in India is evolving constantly, and 2024 is gearing up for some exciting launches as carmakers are prepared to expand their portfolio to heat up the competition. It is likely that the Punch EV will be available with two battery pack options: medium range and long range. The long range variant can be expected to deliver a range of up to 315 km per charge.Maruti will be debuting in the electric vehicle (EV) space with the eVX electric SUV, which is expected to be launched later in 2024. Anticipated to house an 80 kWh battery, the SUV may offer two power outputs - 230 hp and 350 hp.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 18:56 UTC
FCCPC fines tobacco companies $110m over infringement of law
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has fined British American Tobacco (Nigeria) Limited (BATN), British American Tobacco Marketing (Nigeria) Limited (BATMN), British American Tobacco Plc, and British American Tobacco Holdings Limited (all together referred to as BAT Parties) a sum of $110 million for infringement of the national tobacco control law. The statement further explained that “the Commission, on August 28, 2020, opened an active investigation with respect to British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited and other affiliated companies (BAT Parties). “Upon satisfying the Federal High Court that there was probable cause and sufficient evidence to exercise advanced statutory regulatory and investigatory tools, the court issued an order and warrant of search and seizure. “Additional investigation, including proffers, hearings, transcripts of sworn testimonies, and continuing analysis of evidence, established and supported multiple violations of the FCCPA and other enactments. “During the investigation and in furtherance of mutual engagements between the Commission and BAT Parties, BAT Parties in writing sought, and the Commission accepted BAT Parties into cooperation under the Commission’s Cooperation/Assistance Rules & Procedure, 2021 (CARP).
Source:Nigerian Tribune
December 27, 2023 17:12 UTC
Customs agents explore alternative revenue sources as imports crash
The rising cost of clearing goods in Nigerian ports is a big threat to the livelihood of licensed customs agents. This worrisome development has made some licensed customs agents disillusioned, not knowing the next move to make to put food on the table for their families. “Emefiele’s administration affected the maritime sector but not as much as what the sector is facing now. Almost 30 per cent of licensed customs agents have left the job because of the floating exchange rate. Besides the fact that delving into these areas would provide income for these displaced licensed agents, it would also help open up those sectors and assist the government with the needed revenue generation.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 15:55 UTC
‘60% of consumers change brands over price hikes’
NielsenIQ has disclosed that 60 per cent of Nigerian consumers have responded to the country’s high inflation by switching brands in the last year. “It is interesting to note that six out of 10 consumers have switched brands in the last year because of price increases,” the report said. “It is interesting to note that six out of 10 consumers have switched brands in the last year because of price increases,” the report said. “Consumers prefer shopping from online wholesalers as they consider them cheaper and more convenient in locating promotions and discounts. It asserted that store brands were leaving the shelves faster because consumers were getting value for their money by getting the same weighted products for a lower price.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 15:18 UTC
Former House of Representatives Speaker, Ghali Na’Abba, Passes Away at 65
In a somber development, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Na’Abba, has passed away at the age of 65 in Abuja. The sad news was confirmed by Ahmed Lawal, an aide to the late speaker, in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Kano. The former speaker breathed his last in the early hours of Wednesday at the National Hospital, Abuja. Ghali Na’Abba had previously emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate in the April 1999 National Assembly election in Kano Municipal Federal Constituency of Kano state. Left behind is his wife, 10 children, and three grandchildren.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 14:51 UTC
Tinubu Expresses Condolences Over the Passing of Former House of Reps Speaker, Ghali Na’Abba
President Bola Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the Na’Abba family, the government, and the people of Kano State following the passing of Ghali Umar Na’Abba, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives. Ghali Umar Na’Abba served as the Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1999 to 2003, marking a significant period in Nigeria’s return to democracy. In a statement signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, President Tinubu expressed deep sorrow at the loss. Recalling Speaker Na’Abba’s steadfast efforts to defend the functionality and role of the legislature in governance, President Tinubu described him as a disciplined and resolute politician. In his prayers, President Tinubu seeks the repose of the departed soul and offers comfort to those mourning this painful loss.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 14:51 UTC
Plateau Killings: Humanitarian minister pledges support for survivors
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, has condoled with the government and people of Plateau State on the recent killings in the state, stating that humanitarian support will be provided for the survivors. In a post on her X handle on Wednesday, Edu assured that the ministry in line with the directive of President Bola Tinubu will collaborate with the Plateau government to bring humanitarian succour to the survivors of the attacks, and the affected communities. She wrote, “I condole with the State Government and People of Plateau State, especially families of the victims of this unnecessary assault on humanity which have left many dead and injured while many more are displaced. The PUNCH reports that over 150 persons were killed and thousands displaced as terrorists attacked communities in Barkin Ladi and Bokkos Local Government Areas of Plateau State on Christmas eve. President Bola Tinubu also directed security agencies to scout for and apprehend culprits of the attacks.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 13:29 UTC
Maersk to resume Red Sea transits as U.S. begins ‘Operation Prosperity Guardian’
Danish container shipping major Maersk is preparing to resume vessel transits through the Red Sea following the deployment of naval assets in the region under the multinational security initiative Operation Prosperity Guardian (OPG). The United States launched the new multinational security operation under the umbrella of the Combined Maritime Forces and the leadership of Task Force 153, which focuses on security in the Red Sea. In addition to the United States; United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles, and Spain have also signed onto the initiative. Maersk joined numerous carriers in suspending vessel transits in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden following the escalation of the security situation in the region and the growing number of attacks by Yemen’s Houthi Group. But in a statement issued on Christmas Eve, Maersk said, “With the OPG initiative in operation, we are preparing to allow for vessels to resume transit through the Red Sea both eastbound and westbound.
Source:The Guardian
December 27, 2023 12:22 UTC
‘Fubara accepted peace agreement to please Wike, others’
Fubara, in his Christmas message, on Monday, said that the terms of the peace agreement are not as grievous as most people made it to appear, admitting that some people that are kicking against it are genuine. “Our decision and determination to file more cases on this matter is because we cannot see where the governor can deliberately contradict court orders. It would be recalled that the truce initiated by President Bola Tinubu has been adjudged by many to be biased, unjust and anti-people. The Guardian recalled that some Rivers elders had dragged Tinubu, among others, including Fubara to an Abuja Federal Court on account of a breach of the Constitution in signing the peace agreement. Nko-Taria, while speaking on a Port Harcourt-based radio station, yesterday, said Fubara was threatened to sign the peace resolution with Wike.
Source:The Guardian
December 27, 2023 11:47 UTC
25 killed in Rivers illegal refinery explosion
No fewer than 25 persons have lost their lives following an explosion from an illegal oil tapping point in Omoku, Ogba/Egebema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. Speaking, the chairman of Niger Delta Youth Movement, ONELGA chapter, Emeka Ukwuosah, advised youths in the area to engage in meaningful activities and shun illegal oil bunkering. Ukwuosah said, “Let me join in condemning the illegal oil bunkering going on within ONELGA. Agbabere said the vigilante group, the Community Development Committee and the youths were directed by a monarch in the area to put a stop to illegal oil bunkering activities there. He however expressed dismay that despite their repeated campaigns for the youths to stop illegal bunkering, they paid a deaf ear.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 08:08 UTC
Congo bans protests against election 'irregularities'
The DR Congo government said Tuesday that it would outlaw an opposition-led demonstration planned for Wednesday to protest alleged “irregularities” in last week’s elections. Five opposition presidential candidates informed the governor of Kinshasa in a letter published Saturday of their intention to organise the march. But with definitive results still not announced, the government said the protests will be disruptive. “We will protest against the irregularities observed during voting,” they wrote. Another candidate and former governor of the south-east Katanga region, Moise Katumbi, called for the elections to be annulled.
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 01:57 UTC
We’ll continue to pray for peace in Rivers, says Fubara’s wife
The wife of Rivers State Governor, Mrs Valerie Fubara, says she will continue to pray for peace in the state so that there will be accelerated growth and development. She also said the administration of her husband, Siminalayi Fubara, will continue to give priority to issues of children and youths to make life better for them. Mrs Fubara spoke at the maiden edition of the end-of-year party organised for children in the state which was held at Government House in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. She added, “About parents, we must continue to do those things that are right before God and man in bringing up our children for the benefit of the larger society. “For us, we will continue to do our best to pray for peace in our state so that there will be accelerated growth and development for the benefit of the people.”
Source:Punch
December 27, 2023 01:36 UTC
Plateau killings most cruel acts of inhumanity, Shehu Sani laments
A former member of the Senate, Shehu Sani, has decried the recent killings and destruction of properties in Jos, Plateau State. The PUNCH reports that the Plateau State Police Command on Tuesday disclosed that 96 persons were killed while 221 houses were set ablaze during the Christmas Eve attacks by gunmen in Plateau State. The State Commissioner of Police, Okoro Alawari, disclosed this on Tuesday in a statement signed by the command’s spokesman, Alfred Alabo. He said, “I watched the video of the outcome of the massacre in Plateau state. This is one of the most cruel and evil acts of inhumanity I’ve ever seen.
Source:Punch
December 26, 2023 20:08 UTC
Plateau State Governor, Mutfwang Laments How Terrorists Had Occupied Schools In Barkin Ladi For Five Years Before Attacks
The Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has lamented how terrorists had been occupying schools in the Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of the state for the past five years. The governor said that the crisis in the state had continued to escalate because no arrest had been made so far by security agents. Governor Mutfwang described the Christmas Eve attacks by assailants on over 15 communities in the Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi local government areas of the state as unfortunate. SaharaReporters earlier reported that the Plateau State Command of the Nigerian Police Force says that no fewer than 86 persons have been killed with 221 houses completely burnt down during the Christmas Eve attacks by gunmen in Plateau State. “I can tell you that these schools that are being occupied didn’t start now; some of those schools have been occupied for the last three to five years.
Source:Punch
December 26, 2023 19:05 UTC