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dnotionThe rationale behind the removal of fuel subsidy was that Nigeria could no longer sustain the financial burden of subsidizing fuel. By ending the subsidy regime, the government aimed to free up funds for investment in critical sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, and education. Fuel Subsidy removal led to an immediate sharp increase in…
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dnotionGovernors from the southern part of Nigeria, under the aegis of the Southern Governors’ Forum, have called for the consideration of the cost of living and the ability of each state to pay in reaching an agreement on the new minimum wage. They also advocated that each state negotiate the new wage with the…
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dnotionThe Federal Government, on Thursday, met with transporters and stakeholders in the transportation sector in a bid to accelerate the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas and reduce the use of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol. At the meeting in Abuja, it was revealed that it would cost between N1.2m and N1.5m for the…
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dnotionPresident Bola Tinubu has approved the National Construction and Household Support Programme during the National Economic Council meeting on Thursday in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the programme is aimed at boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening the economy, and providing immediate economic relief for Nigerian households. Ngelale added…
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dnotionKamfanin Neta na kasar Sin mai kera motoci masu amfani da lantarki, ya shiga kasuwar kasar Kenya, inda ya hada gwiwa da kamfanin Moja EV Kenya mai dilar motoci. Zhou Jiang, manajan Neta mai kula da harkokin cinikayya a kasashen waje, ya shaidawa manema labarai jiya a babban birnin Nairobi cewa, kamfanin zai fara…
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dnotionThe Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved N1.99 billion for the purchase of 33 compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered vehicles and $1.4 billion for the procurement of firearms and ammunition to boost and strengthen the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The Council meeting, presided over by President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday…
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dnotionMinister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi, SAN. Kunle Sanni The Federal Government has approved the procurement of 33 units of Mikano CNG-powered vehicles at N1.99 billion to boost the operation of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA). The Minister of Justice and the Attorney General of the Federation,…
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dnotionHybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Hybrid Electric Vehicles were the first environmentally friendly cars to hit the market. Purists would argue that they are not true EVs, however, since there is no connector to charge a battery. Instead, the internal combustion engine charges a battery-powered motor using regenerative braking. One driver’s hybrid is another driver’s…
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dnotionGerman automotive giant Volkswagen has committed to invest up to $US5 billion ($A7.5 billion) in struggling US electric vehicle startup Rivian in one of its most significant moves in the switch to EVs. Rivian has struggled to live up to investor and consumer hype, despite the popularity and critical success of its flagship R1S…
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dnotionThe global movement toward more sustainable home charging Home charging is far and away the most popular way to recharge EVs according to our international survey of EV drivers. In the US alone, 80% of all EV charging takes place at home, using a home charging station plugged into the household electricity circuit. As…
Continue readingdnotionThe new Citroen C3 Aircross small Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) features a seven-seat option as well as an optional full-electric drivetrain with a range of about 300 km (186 miles) to help it compete in Europe’s largest segment. The C3 Aircross has moved from the current model’s GM-PSA Group platform to Stellantis’ Smart Car…
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dnotionRT Briscoe Nigeria Plc has revealed plans to raise N10bn through a newly launched investment scheme approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm in a statement made available to The PUNCH noted that the scheme aimed at diversifying funding sources and expanding operations marked a significant step for the company amidst evolving…
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