Business
Buhari wants bad fuel importers held accountable, lawmakers demand suspension of liable firms
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered that those responsible for the off-spec petrol imported into the country recently must be held accountable.
He gave the directive in a statement issued on Thursday by Garba Shehu, his senior special assistant on media and publicity.
Mele Kyari, general managing director, Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, had Wednesday night said MRS, Oando, Emadeb Consortium and Duke Oil, a subsidiary of the NNPC, were the suppliers of the contaminated products.
Buhari insisted that those involved must “be held accountable for substandard services and or products sold by them.”
The President also directed the relevant government agencies to “take every step in line with the laws of the country to ensure the respect and protection of consumers against market abuses and social injustices.”
The statement said, “In a reaction to the issue of petroleum product shortages linked to the inadvertent supply of products of foreign origin into the Nigerian market, President Buhari said the protection of consumer interests is a priority of the present administration and is ready to take all necessary measures to protect consumers from hazardous products, loss or injuries from the consumption of substandard goods,” the statement reads in part.
“The President directed that in line with the law, service providers must make full disclosure of relevant information with respect to the consumption of their products and that dissatisfied consumers are entitled to a proper redress of their complaints.”
Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, said on Wednesday that the Federal Government would investigate the supply of the adulterated petrol.
According to him, the decision to probe followed a briefing on the issue to President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday to get to the root of the matter.
Meanwhile, the House of Representatives has asked the NNPC to suspend the companies involved in the importation of methanol-blended petrol.
The lower chamber also asked the NNPC to provide the names of the companies to its committee for investigation.
The resolution was passed during the plenary session on Thursday following the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by Mohammed Monguno.
Contributing to the motion, Onofiok Luke, a lawmaker from Akwa Ibom State, said the NNPC should be held responsible for the importation of adulterated fuel.
Luke asked the parliament to take action on the matter to ensure and restore the confidence of Nigerians.
Toby Okechukwu, the deputy minority leader, also said the NNPC had not done its duty well as a regulatory agency.
Business
Tron Founder joins Trump-backed crypto project, invests $30m
Tron Founder joins Trump-backed crypto project, invests $30m
Justin Sun, the founder of the Tron Blockchain has joined the World Liberty Financial project as an advisor after investing $30 million into the project.
The World Liberty Financial project is backed by the Donald Trump family and aims to become a leading crypto project in the global crypto space.
Justin Sun joined the project as an advisor after purchasing $30 million worth of WLFI tokens making him the largest shareholder in the project.
The development was announced via the official X page of the World Liberty Financial project welcoming the Crypto founder to the project.
“Exciting Announcement!
We’re honored to welcome @justinsuntron as an advisor to World Liberty Financial (WLFI)! Justin is the founder of @TRONDAO an advisor to @HTX_Global, and a supporter of @BitTorrent
. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, he recently won Sotheby’s auction for the iconic banana artwork.
#TRON is among the world’s top 10 cryptocurrencies and one of the largest public blockchains. Justin’s insights and experience will be instrumental as we continue to innovate and grow. Welcome to the team, Justin!” WLFI tweeted
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Justin Sun’s $30 million investment in the project boosted the sales traffic of its native token raising it from $21 million to $53 million.
The increased inflow of capital into the project better positions the project to achieve its goals which include a stablecoin-focused credit card and infrastructure enhancement.
Justin Sun brings onboard his wealth of experience as the founder of one of the Top 10 blockchains in the industry by market cap and his advisory role at HTX and BitTorrent.
Sun’s previous track record of bold investments and innovation is expected to be a huge boost to the WLFI project.
The WLFI gig is another feather to the hat of Justin Sun as he expands his activities in the crypto space. The Tron founder recently purchased a 6.3 million NFT art in a bid to revive a stagnant sector.
The World Liberty Financial project is backed by Donald Trump’s family and it looks to promote the mass adoption of Defi and stablecoins. This project aligns with the Donald Trump pro-crypto mantra and has all the credibility a project of that status needs.
Tron Founder joins Trump-backed crypto project, invests $30m
Auto
Toyota By CFAO showcases latest Land Cruiser Prado, others at P’Harcourt Open Day
Toyota By CFAO showcases latest Land Cruiser Prado, others at P’Harcourt Open Day
Toyota By CFAO, the authorized distributor of Toyota vehicles in Nigeria, has commenced a three-day special display of the latest new Toyota models from the company at an Open Day organised in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, for residents of the city and its surrounding areas.
The Toyota By CFAO Open Day holds from Tuesday, November 26 to Thursday, November 28, 2024, according to a statement by the company.
The event running from 9am to 5pm each day is taking place at the auto company’s showroom located at 184B, Trans-Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt.
It discloses that the exciting event will feature the highly anticipated 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, one of Toyota’s flagship models, alongside a range of other exceptional vehicles tailored for the Nigerian market.
This, it notes, is an exclusive opportunity for attendees to explore the latest in automotive excellence, discover new vehicle options, and benefit from Toyota By CFAO’s End of Year Bonanza.
General Manager of CFAO Mobility Port Harcourt, Julius Fasetire, encourages all residents to “come witness history in motion as we proudly unveil the All-New 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.
“Be among the first to explore this remarkable masterpiece and discover our full range of Toyota vehicles. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience automotive excellence and enjoy a free diagnostic check for your Toyota vehicle!”
The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado has already generated excitement across the country, following its recent unveilings in Lagos and Abuja.
The product is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after sports utility vehicles in Nigeria, appealing to both corporate and individual buyers.
With over 11.3 million units sold globally in more than 170 countries, the Land Cruiser Prado is renowned for its rugged off-road capabilities and comfort for everyday driving.
The firm says this year’s model comes in two distinctive editions – the Limited Edition (First Edition) and the Adventure Edition – both equipped with a 2.4L turbocharged gasoline engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, ensuring superior performance both on and off the road.
Toyota By CFAO also says it ensures that genuine parts and a comprehensive 3-year/100,000 kilometre warranty are available for all customers.
In addition to the Land Cruiser Prado, the event will showcase a variety of other popular Toyota models including the Belta, Rumion, RAV4, Camry, and Hiace.
The Open Day, it stresses, promises to be a must-attend event for anyone interested in exploring the world of Toyota vehicles, from luxury to practicality, and experiencing firsthand the future of automotive technology.
The company says more details about the rich offering of Toyota in the Nigeria market can be obtained from https://www.toyotabycfao.ng/.
Business
Nigeria’s foreign reserves in marginal increase, now $40.88bn
Nigeria’s foreign reserves in marginal increase, now $40.88bn
Nigeria’s foreign reserves rose to $40.88 billion as of November 21, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has said.
Cardoso disclosed this on Tuesday at a press conference after the Monetary Policy Committee’s 298th meeting in Abuja.
He said the external reserves grew from $40.06 billion at the end of October to $40.88 billion in November.
The amount represents an increase of $82 million or 2.05 per cent in 21 days.
“The external reserves rose marginally to 40.88 billion as of 21 November 2024, from 40.06 billion at the end of October 2024, available to finance 17 months of imports,” he said.
However, from the apex bank’s website, the increase in Nigeria’s foreign reserves showed $40.27 billion on November 22.
Cardoso also said, “The process of getting us where we are in terms of reserves has been a long one”.
“It is a clear indication that the policies we have put in place are certainly yielding fruits,” he added.
“However, and it’s very important to make a distinction here and to reiterate the fact that reserves are there for a multiplicity of different purposes, not least of which is to create buffers in the event of unanticipated shocks.
“So they are not there to simply whittle away. They are there to be used to more or less defend yourself where that becomes necessary
“And when we talk about shocks that are not anticipated, I think we can see how the global economies are.”
Cardoso also said the bank would continue to intensify efforts to stabilise the currency and prices.
The CBN governor said, “The currency has been stable compared to what it was in June”.
But he said for the value of the country’s currency to be stable, there must be increased exports and diversification of the economy.
Cardoso said diaspora remittance had increased due to policies put in place.
He commended those in the diaspora for helping the country accomplish over $600 million in remittances.
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