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Senate Postpones Public Hearing on Petroleum Crisis for Wider Consultation
The Senate has announced the postponement of its public hearing regarding the alleged sabotage in Nigeria’s petroleum industry, aimed at addressing the ongoing crisis within the sector.
The hearing was initially scheduled to take place from September 10 to 12, 2024, and was expected to feature discussions with key stakeholders from the nation’s oil and gas industry.
In a statement released on Sunday, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the Senate Leader and Chairman of the Senate Ad-hoc Committee responsible for investigating the crisis, confirmed the postponement.
He explained that the delay was necessary to allow for broader consultations with additional stakeholders both within and outside the petroleum sector.
The Senate also cited legislative considerations, emphasizing the need for a more thorough and comprehensive approach to the investigation.
“While we understand and deeply regret any inconvenience this may cause to all involved parties, both collectively and individually, this decision has been made strictly in the national interest,” Bamidele said in the statement.
He reassured the public that the postponement was intended to enhance due diligence and ensure that the inquiry is conducted in a more effective and transparent manner.
Originally, the Senate had summoned various critical players in the petroleum sector to participate in the hearing, including the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, officials from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), representatives from Dangote Refinery, and the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA).
The investigation comes at a time when tensions are high over the recent increase in petrol pump prices by the NNPCL.
The price hike has sparked widespread criticism from the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the general public, all of whom have been calling for an immediate reversal of the price adjustments.
The delay in the public hearing has only added to the anticipation, as many Nigerians await the Senate’s next steps in tackling the petroleum sector’s challenges.
As the Senate continues its consultations and prepares for the rescheduled hearing, all eyes remain on how it will address the complex issues facing the oil and gas industry, including the allegations of sabotage and the impact of rising fuel prices on the nation’s economy.
The Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has shown support for Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, as a potential candidate for the governorship of Lagos State in 2027.
Speaking on the Mic On podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, Olawande described Seyi as a capable and dedicated individual with a history of supporting youth initiatives, even before his father assumed the presidency.
“Seyi is not too young to become a governor,” Olawande stated, adding that Seyi himself was not behind the campaign pushing for his candidacy.
The minister emphasized Seyi’s qualifications and commitment, which have drawn the attention of various groups.
Organizations like the Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL) have already thrown their weight behind Seyi, endorsing him as a strong contender for the position. Supporters argue that his leadership skills and influence could bring positive changes to Lagos State.
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle offers support and gives out food to the LA wildfire victims. The couple met up with the founder of World Central Kitchen and volunteered with the others to help out the victims.
The pair hands out basic supplies needed for those who have lost and urged the community to give back and help others.
Prince Harry and Meghan also recently opened up their house in Montecito to those who had to evacuate due to the fire. Other celebrities who have also been affected steeped up and urged the community to help each other.
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“Come Release God’s Glory” – Nathaniel Bassey Shares Testimony of U.S. Prayer Breakfast Invitation
Gospel music icon Nathaniel Bassey has shared the remarkable story of how he was invited to minister at the U.S. Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast.
While speaking at Pastor Poju Oyemade’s World Faith Believers Convention (WOFBEC), Bassey recounted a divine encounter that led to this prestigious opportunity.
According to him, the invitation came through a call from Reverend Merrie Turner, a renowned spiritual leader and host of the prayer breakfast.
Turner revealed that she had been in prayer when she felt a clear instruction from God to invite Bassey to the event.
She told him, “The Lord instructed me to call you to release His glory over our nation.”
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