The Nigerian Senate has postponed its public hearing on alleged sabotage within the petroleum industry initially set for September 10-12, 2024, the hearing will be rescheduled to facilitate further consultations with key stakeholders whose insights are crucial for a thorough investigation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senate Leader and Chairman of the Ad-Hoc Committee on … Read more
NAMA has suspended its planned 800% increase in navigational charges following Minister Festus Keyamo’s directive, emphasizing economic sensitivity and the need for further consultations. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) has suspended its previously announced hike in navigational charges following directives from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus … Read more
The Federal Government has urged the National Assembly to consult widely on the Nigerian National Anthem Bill before passing it. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi criticized the expedited passage of the bill without sufficient stakeholder input. Fagbemi’s comments were made during a public hearing organized by the Senate Committees on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, and … Read more
Nigerian govt plans mining license fee review Aims to raise revenue, restructure mining sector Stakeholders consulted on proposed fee increase Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has unveiled plans to increase mining license fees and other charges payable by operators in the country. Editor’s Pick Admiring … Read more