News
IPMAN Announces Reduction in Petrol Prices for Consumers.
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has recently announced a significant reduction of ₦50 per litre in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) for consumers. This decision follows a new agreement established between IPMAN and Dangote Refinery, as confirmed by IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Maigandi, during an interview on Tuesday.
Maigandi elaborated on the new pricing structure, stating that Dangote Refinery has set a price template of ₦940 per litre for depot purchases and ₦990 per litre for truck purchases for IPMAN members. This strategic move is expected to facilitate a decrease in petrol prices nationwide, providing much-needed relief to consumers who have been grappling with fluctuating fuel costs.
Currently, petrol prices among IPMAN members range from ₦1,150 to ₦1,200 per litre. With the newly negotiated prices, Maigandi indicated that members would reduce their selling price by ₦50, depending on their location. For example, in Maiduguri, where the price is currently ₦1,200 per litre, the anticipated reduction could bring the price down to ₦1,150 or potentially lower.
This development marks a significant shift in the Nigerian fuel market, as IPMAN has secured the ability to purchase petrol directly from Dangote Refinery, effectively ending the Nigerian National Petroleum Company’s monopoly as the sole buyer of Dangote petrol. The new pricing arrangement is expected to enhance competition and stabilize fuel prices across the country.
As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of its fuel market, this reduction in petrol prices is a welcome development for consumers and a step towards more equitable access to essential resources.
A recent charter published in Niger Republic officially designates Hausa as the national language. The move, confirmed on March 31st, marks a significant shift away from the nation’s colonial linguistic legacy, where French held a dominant position.
While English and French are designated as working languages, the charter explicitly states, “The national language is Hausa.” This decision acknowledges the widespread use of Hausa throughout the country, particularly in regions such as Zinder, Maradi, and Tahoua, where it is the most commonly spoken language. With an estimated majority of Niger’s 26 million population understanding Hausa, the adoption seeks to solidify a more indigenous linguistic identity.
The charter also recognizes Zarma-Songhay, Fula, Kanuri, Gourmanche, and Arabic as spoken languages within the country, acknowledging its diverse linguistic landscape. The ramifications of this shift towards Hausa as the national language remain to be seen, but it undoubtedly represents a pivotal moment in Niger’s post-colonial trajectory.
United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called upon China to implement stricter enforcement measures against individuals exporting fentanyl precursors to the United States. In an interview with Fox Business Network on Wednesday, Secretary Bessent emphasized the administration’s demand for enhanced cooperation in combating the flow of these dangerous chemicals.
Secretary Bessent stated that Beijing must “punish people exporting fentanyl precursors to the US,” highlighting the critical need for China to acknowledge its role as the origin point for these substances. He further noted the pathway by which these precursors are trafficked into North America and ultimately sold within the US.
These remarks arrive amidst a period of global market volatility and heightened international tensions, fueled by reciprocal tariffs and increasing uncertainty surrounding global supply chains, underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing this critical issue.
Dr. Temitope Ilori, Director General of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), has expressed concern over the 2.9% HIV prevalence rate in Taraba State, emphasizing the critical need for intensified and collaborative efforts to achieve the 2030 goal of ending AIDS. Speaking at the inauguration of the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and Paediatric HIV Acceleration Committee (PPAC) in Jalingo, Dr. Ilori called for sustained action from all stakeholders.
Dismissing recent concerns regarding antiretroviral drug availability, Dr. Ilori affirmed their continued free distribution nationwide, clarifying any misconceptions related to USAID support.
Dr. Bako Ali Istifanus, Director General of the Taraba State AIDS Control Agency (TACA), hailed the PPAC inauguration as a significant step in protecting vulnerable women and children, aiming to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV within the state. He pledged Taraba State’s unwavering commitment to the committee’s success and lauded Dr. Ilori’s leadership at NACA. The establishment of the PPAC signifies a strategic effort to enhance coordination and improve the delivery of quality healthcare across Taraba State in the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS.
Niger Designates Hausa as National Language.
US Urges China to Crack Down on Fentanyl Precursor Exports.
NACA Director General Urges United Front Against HIV in Taraba State.
Queen Phinadon Honored at the Cultural Exhibition and Award Ceremony 202
Ambassador Phinadon Invited to Cultural Exhibition and Award Ceremony 2024 in Stockholm Sweden
