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CDHR Frowns At President Buhari’s Off Duty As Lingering Fuel Crisis Causes Hardships And Cripples Businesses

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JOS BUILDING COLLASPSE: CDHR DEMANDS IMMEDIATE COMPENSATION FOR VICTIMS, SYMPATHISES WITH FAMILIES 

CDHR Frowns At President Buhari’s Off Duty As Lingering Fuel Crisis Causes Hardships And Cripples Businesses

 

 

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR, has called on the federal government and relevant stakeholders to, as a matter of urgency, arrest the ugly situation of this lingering T which have subjected Nigerians to untold hardships.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CDHR Frowns At President Buhari’s Off Duty As Lingering Fuel Crisis Causes Hardships And Cripples Businesses

 

 

 

 

The group noted that in the last few weeks, the genesis of the crisis was attributed to cases of adulterated fuel supply in to the country by unscrupulous element among the marketers with promises from regulatory agency to rectify the situation while it sanctioned the erring marketers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In a statement signed by Comrade Idris Afees Olayinka, National Publicity Secretary and made available to the National Association of Online Security Reporters, NAOSRE, the organization maintained that the situation hasn’t been positively effected as the scarcity of premium motor spirit now hits hard on Nigerians.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

They noted that the promise that about 2.5 billion litres of PMS were being expected by the end of February by NNPC is yet to correct the situation, instead it worsens.

According to the statement, many filling stations are hoarding and not selling the product. There are long queues at the few stations selling fuel. They also sell at exorbitant prices not approved by the federal government while others prefer to sell at black marketers.

CDHR gathered from different sources the current prices the filling stations are selling the product is more than approved price of N165 a litre. Some petrol stations sold for between N200 to N250 per litre in Ilesha, Ife, Otan, Ila, Ede, Iwo, and Ikirun in Osun state. The same ugly situation is being experienced in kwara, Anambra, Bayelsa and in Kogi states. The black marketers sold the product between N400 and N500 a litre.

“The effects of the crisis now crippling businesses, inflating transport fares and prices of food items In Osun, Kwara and Kogi states residents decried hike in fares, which increased by over 100 per cent and exorbitant prices of food items. This situation has worsened activities of SME businesses, inflicting untold hardships on Nigerians and poor wellbeing.

“CDHR uses this medium to call on federal government and relevant stakeholders to arrest this ugly situations before it degenerates. The organization also uses this medium to remind President Muhammadu Buhari who also doubles as minister of Petroleum that the oath of office he took was not to abscond from duty when his attention is needed most,” CDHR lamented.

The organization further stressed that President Buhari’s sojourn abroad for medical attention is the final statement of his failure when he cannot upgrade medical facility that will cater for the well being of himself and other citizens.

They therefore, urged him to intensify efforts to relieve Nigerians of the hardships brought on them by the lingered fuel crisis as it is part of his Constitutional responsibility to see to the welfare of the people which is at stake in this matter and at this critical time.

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

 

 

United States based fahionista of class, Chief (Mrs) Ayoola Fehintola-Brat has extended a warm greetings to Muslim faithful all over the world on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration.

 

 

 

 

Fehintola-Brat who is the Balogun Egbe Obaneye Obinrin  Akile Ijebu, and the Yeye Asofin of Idenaland in her message to Journalists urged Muslim to continually uphold the enduring values of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and compassion, which are central to the significance of Eid-El-Kabir festival.

 

 

 

 

A quiet philantropist whose humanitarian services has won her several laurels urged Muslims to use the spiritual occasion to pray for the peace co-existence of Nigerians regardless of religious, social and political leanings stressing that the oneness of the country should not be underplay.

 

 

 

 

In a related development, she expressed her felicitations to all sons and daughters of Ijebuland on the forthcoming Ojude Oba 2026 celebration, tasking age-groups otherwise known as Regbregbe to be more proactive in giving back to their immediate communities.

 

 

 

 

According to her, the beauty of the age-groups in Ijebuland is the need to contribute immensely to the development of the land in no small means. “This we will continue to achieve with God on our side”, she concluded.

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Lagos State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Obasa described the festival as a season of sacrifice, reflection, and gratitude, urging the faithful to continue to uphold the values of peace, unity, and love that strengthen the nation.

He noted that the celebration of Eid al-Adha is not only a spiritual milestone but also a reminder of the importance of togetherness and collective responsibility in building a stronger society.

He, likewise, emphasized that the festival provides an opportunity for Nigerians to renew their commitment to national progress and to support leadership that prioritizes development and prosperity.

Obasa, however, commended Nigerians, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for their massive turnout during the recently concluded party primaries. He described the participation as a clear demonstration of the people’s confidence in the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and their belief in the administration’s vision for a greater Nigeria.

“The APC primaries have shown the resilience of our democracy and the confidence Nigerians have in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda. This is a strong message that our people are ready to continue supporting policies that will drive growth and prosperity,” Obasa stated.

The Speaker further encouraged Muslims to celebrate responsibly, stressing that the joy of Eid should be accompanied by prayers for the continued peace and progress of Lagos State and Nigeria.

“As you celebrate with family and loved ones, may this season bring joy, peace, and prosperity to your homes. Let us remain united in our resolve to build a stronger nation,” he added.

On behalf of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Obasa wished all Muslims a happy and fulfilling Eid al-Adha celebration.

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA 

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA 

 

Kayshow Multimedia a filmmaking and Media organization this year 2026 holds its annual Abeokuta film festival at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta.

 

Alake of Egba land, Ọba Michael Adedotun Arẹmu Gbadebo has graciously endorsed the Free Training of Egba Youths on Film and Arts and the Entertainment of the the People with a FREE FILM SHOW at the AKE PAVILION. as part of the ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL 2.0.

 

 

The Convener of the Film Festival Honorable Kehinde Soaga says this year’s event promises to be more exciting as distinguished personalities are sure to attend.

 

This includes the honorable Minister for Art Culture and Creative Economy in Nigeria, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, Ààrẹ Lai Labode, Sen. Ibikunle Amosun and other special guests.

 

The event will feature Film, Cultural Dance Cultural foods and Award Ceremony.

 

The general public is hereby invited to the Free film show at the Abeokuta film festival at the Alake Palace Pavilion on Thursday 28th of May 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

 

Only well dressed is the Entry. The Abeokuta Film Festival is an annual event taking place in the capital city of Ogun State state.

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