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Judge Adjourns for Ruling in Mareva Suit between First Bank Nigeria and General Hydrocarbons Limited and Several Others

General Hydrocarbons Limited Denies Owing First Bank of Nigeria

A Mareva injunction suit involving First Bank Nigeria, General Hydrocarbons Limited, and several others took a new turn on Friday, January 17, 2025, as Dr. Abiodun Layonu SAN moved to set aside the injunction and other punitive ex parte orders granted to the plaintiffs. According to Dr. Layonu, there was a clear case of suppression… Read More Judge Adjourns for Ruling in Mareva Suit between First Bank Nigeria and General Hydrocarbons Limited and Several Others

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How First Bank’s Recklessness Endangered 93 Lives on Oil Rig, General Hydrocarbons Limited Reveals

How First Bank's Recklessness Endangered 93 Lives on Oil Rig, General Hydrocarbons Limited Reveals

A bitter dispute has erupted between General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) and First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) over allegations of recklessness, diversion of funds, and abuse of court processes. In a strongly-worded statement, GHL accused FBN of putting the lives of 93 people at risk on an oil rig due to its failure to meet its… Read More How First Bank’s Recklessness Endangered 93 Lives on Oil Rig, General Hydrocarbons Limited Reveals

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Nigeria’s Local Government Administration Set for Overhaul as ALGON, PACE Sign Partnership

ALGON National President, Hon Engr Bello Lawal Yandaki

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting good governance in local government areas (LGAs) through its partnership with the Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) organisation. This collaboration aims to enhance the capacity of the 774 LGAs officers and Area Councils in Nigeria. In a closed-door… Read More Nigeria’s Local Government Administration Set for Overhaul as ALGON, PACE Sign Partnership

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General Hydrocarbons Limited Denies Owing First Bank of Nigeria $225 Million

General Hydrocarbons Limited Denies Owing First Bank of Nigeria

In a recent statement, General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) has vehemently denied allegations of owing First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) $225 million. The statement, signed by Abdelmuizz Bello, Director of Strategy & Operations at GHL, provides a detailed breakdown of the issues in dispute between GHL and FBN. According to the statement, GHL entered into a… Read More General Hydrocarbons Limited Denies Owing First Bank of Nigeria $225 Million

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Bauchi State Governor’s Office Denounces Sunday Dare’s Divisive and Unprofessional Outburst

Governor of Bauchi State Bala Mohammed

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has slammed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media, Sunday Dare, for what he described as “unprofessional, disrespectful, and divisive rhetoric.” In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado on Sunday, Bala Mohammed’s camp accused Dare of turning his role into a platform… Read More Bauchi State Governor’s Office Denounces Sunday Dare’s Divisive and Unprofessional Outburst

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Northern CSOs, Stakeholders Insist on Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bills, Reject Telecom Tariffs Hike, Seek Relocation of Banks’ Headquarters to Abuja

Northern CSOs, Stakeholders Insist on Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bills, Reject Telecom Tariffs Hike, Seek Relocation of Banks' Headquarters to Abuja

A recent town hall meeting convened by the Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) Gombe State Chapter, in collaboration with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and critical stakeholders, has unequivocally rejected the proposed Tax Reform Bills. The meeting, held at Gombe State University on January 6, 2025, brought together policymakers, academics, civil society actors, community leaders, youth… Read More Northern CSOs, Stakeholders Insist on Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bills, Reject Telecom Tariffs Hike, Seek Relocation of Banks’ Headquarters to Abuja

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Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar Condoles with Jigawa Governor Over Mother’s Passing

Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar

The Honourable Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar A. Namadi, over the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar. In a statement released today, the Minister expressed his shock and sadness upon receiving the news… Read More Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar Condoles with Jigawa Governor Over Mother’s Passing

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ALGON Condemns Edo State House of Assembly’s Suspension of 18 Local Government Chairmen

Edo State House of Assembly and Local Government Chairmen Suspension

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has issued a strong condemnation of the Edo State House of Assembly’s recent suspension of 18 local government chairmen, labeling the action a serious threat to democratic principles and an egregious abuse of power. The suspension followed allegations from Governor Monday Okpebholo that the chairmen had disobeyed… Read More ALGON Condemns Edo State House of Assembly’s Suspension of 18 Local Government Chairmen

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Matawalle Commends President Tinubu For Positive Economic Reforms, Urges Positive Narratives from Critics

Minister of State for Defence Dr Bello Muhammed Matawalle

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his robust economic policies and reforms, which are yielding significant positive results for the nation. According to Matawalle, these initiatives are contributing to a turnaround in the economy that will benefit all Nigerians. In light of ongoing criticism,… Read More Matawalle Commends President Tinubu For Positive Economic Reforms, Urges Positive Narratives from Critics

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Rivers ALGON Chairman Congratulates Governor Fubara on Prestigious Doctorate Awar

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara

The Chairman of Port Harcourt City Local Government and ALGON Chairman, Rivers State, Hon. Ezebunwo Ichemati, has congratulated Governor Sim Fubara on receiving an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of Medical Science, PAMO, Port Harcourt. Hon. Ichemati expressed his warmest congratulations on behalf of the people of Port Harcourt City Local Government… Read More Rivers ALGON Chairman Congratulates Governor Fubara on Prestigious Doctorate Awar

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