Good morning. Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Terrorism Financing Allegation: “We Will Not Be Intimidated”- Ajaero
- Vows To Continue Struggling For Implementation Of New Minimum Wage
- Says Labour Movement Worth Dying For Because Of Patriotism, Commitment
- FG, Striking Doctors Showdown Looms Over ‘No Work, No Pay’ Policy
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero has vowed that he and the union will not be intimidated in their bid to negotiate good welfare for Nigerian workers. READ MORE
2. Inflation: FG Moves Against Price Exploitation
- Gives Traders One Month To Crash Prices Of Food Items
- Traders Kick, Blame Multiple Taxation, Rent, Electricity Increase, High Transportation Costs
Following the soaring costs of food items in the country, the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has given one-month moratorium to traders and other market stakeholders involved in exploitative pricing to crash the prices of goods. READ MORE
3. Aradel Acquires Olo, Olo West Marginals Fields for $19.5m
The Olo and Olo West marginal oilfield will be acquired by Aradel Energy Resources, one of Nigeria’s top integrated indigenous energy businesses, for a total price of $19.5 million. READ MORE
4. Bilateral, Economic Issues Top Agenda As Tinubu Jets Out To China On Official Visit
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday, August 29, 2024 departed Abuja for Beijing, China on an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and exploring economic opportunities. READ MORE
5. Bankers’ Committee Revives National Theatre
The National Theatre’s renovation and restoration are now complete, according to the Bankers’ Committee. READ MORE
6. Atiku’s 2027 Fate: “You Are Not God” – Timi Frank To Bode George
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has vehemently condemned comments made by Olabode George, former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), regarding the political prospects of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. READ MORE
7. Edun Inaugurates New NSIA Board, Appoints Ex Airtel CEO, Ogunsanya Chair
Wale Edun, the Minister Of Finance And The Coordinating Minister Of The Economy, has inaugurated a new board for the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA). READ MORE
8. FG, Boeing Sign MOU To Boost Local Airlines Aircraft Acquisition Capacity, Provide Technical Support
The federal government of Nigeria, Wednesday August 28, 2024 signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) with Boeing, a leading aircraft manufacturer, to facilitate the acquisition of modern aircraft for local airlines in Nigeria as well as provide technical trainings amongst others services. READ MORE
9. UCL Draw: Arsenal, Liverpool, Man City, Aston Villa Learn Fate
Liverpool will face a daunting task in their return to the Champions League as they have been drawn against defending champions Real Madrid. The Reds will be looking to avenge their recent defeats to the Spanish giants. READ MORE
10. Mercy Aigbe Praises Adeniyi Johnson’s Act in Her Movie Project
Filmmaker and actress Mercy Aigbe has thanked her coworker Adeniyi Johnson for lending his support to her next production, “Thinline.” READ MORE
