Lagos Assembly Saga: Obasa Makes ‘Speakership’ Come Back, Meranda resigns, emerges Deputy

Mudashiru Obasa has officially reclaimed his position as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly following a sudden leadership reshuffle. His reinstatement came after Mojisola Meranda, who briefly held the position, resigned during a plenary session on Monday. Obasa’s return follows his impeachment in January, when lawmakers accused him of poor leadership, abuse of…

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NNPC Reduces Petrol Pump Price

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N945 to N860 per litre. The price adjustment follows a recent reduction in the ex-depot price by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which has influenced market rates. Reports confirmed that some NNPC retail outlets…

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South East Development Commission’s N250bn Budget Approved by House Committee

The House Committee on the South East Development Commission (SEDC) has approved the commission’s N250 billion budget for 2025, expressing confidence that it will mark the beginning of much-needed development in the region, which has faced neglect for over five decades since the civil war. Committee Chairman, Hon Chris Nkwonta, who spoke after the budget…

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