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Lagos Partners Organisers of ‘Ewuro Project’
By Dipo Olowookere
The Lagos State Government, through the State Ministry for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) has partnered the organisers of EWURO Project as part of efforts to further sensitize the public on the issue of violence against women, not only in the State, but in Nigeria as a whole.
Commissioner for Women Affairs & Poverty Alleviation, Mrs Lola Akande, disclosed this during a press briefing held at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa, saying the objectives of the Project aligned with the Ministry’s vision of continually engaging in productive conversations about the plight and welfare of women and also exploring ways of improving their wellbeing.
She explained that Ewuro Project was established in 2014 to highlight the anomaly and evoke public discourse on ways of eliminating violence and discrimination against women using the arts, music, drama and poetry to engage the audience and reawaken the minds of Nigerians to the true plight of the Nigerian woman.
According to her, “A survey conducted in Lagos State, in collaboration with UNICEF, shows a high prevalence of violence against children. Approximately 6 out of every 10 children experienced some form of violence while half of all children experience physical violence, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 10 boys experience sexual violence”.
“Also, the Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) noted that domestic violence cuts across all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds as nearly 3 in 10 Nigerian women have experienced physical violence since age 15, and 1 in 4 married women experiences physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by the husband.”
The Commissioner observed that heavily grounded traditional beliefs about the female status and expectation is responsible for many cases of discrimination, persecution and violence against women in Nigeria, adding that a 2012 report says that most15-24 year old women interviewed in rural Nigeria think it is reasonable for a husband to beat his wife if she burns the food, refuses sex, or goes out without permission.
While commending the entire cast and crew of Ewuro Project Team for the initiative and prayed for a successful outing, Mrs Akande hinted that through the exploration of our mundane experiences mirrored by the lives of the characters, the EWURO Broadway exposes instances of violence against women.
“The EWURO story speaks to the aggressors and the victims alike, challenging the aggressors and empowering the victims. The EWURO message is delivered through the irresistible hybrid of drama, poetry, music and dance.”
Also speaking at the briefing, Tim Godfrey, Founder and Executive Producer of EWURO Project, thanked the State Government, particularly the Ministry of Women Affairs & Poverty Alleviation for the support and encouragement to his team, adding that the unflinching support of the present government has contributed immensely to the success of the initiative.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A hotline number, 0800 123 5264, for Nigerians to report any MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations selling Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, above the approved pump price of N739 per litre, has been released by Dangote Petroleum Refinery.
The private refiner said the number was now active nationwide, enabling consumers to promptly report violations and help maintain fair pricing across over 2,000 MRS stations.
This measure follows the refinery’s recent commencement of nationwide PMS sales at N739 per litre—a strategic intervention aimed at stabilising fuel prices and easing the financial burden on Nigerians during the festive season.
“We encourage Nigerians to avoid purchasing PMS at inflated prices when locally refined fuel is available at N739 per litre.
“Report any MRS station selling above this price by calling our hotline. Together, we can ensure that the benefits of this price reduction reach every consumer,” the company stated in a statement.
The organisation stressed its mission to deliver affordable, high-quality fuel while safeguarding national economic interests, reaffirming its commitment to steady supply, backed by a guaranteed daily output of 50 million litres, and warned against attempts to create artificial scarcity or manipulate supply.
Regulatory authorities have been urged to remain vigilant and take decisive action against unpatriotic practices.
By refining locally at scale, Dangote Refinery is reducing Nigeria’s dependence on imports, conserving foreign exchange, stabilising the Naira, and strengthening energy security. This initiative represents a significant milestone in the country’s journey toward sustainable energy solutions and economic recovery.
The refinery also issued a stern warning against attempts by unscrupulous operators to create artificial scarcity in response to the price reduction, calling on government agencies to act decisively.
“Any attempt to create artificial scarcity or manipulate supply to frustrate recent price reductions is unpatriotic and unacceptable. We urge regulatory authorities to remain vigilant and take firm action against such practices, especially during this critical festive period,” the statement added.
Consumers were advised to resist purchasing fuel at inflated prices when cheaper, high-quality alternatives are readily available.
By Bon Peters
The Airport Chapter of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) at Omagwa Rivers State has praised the Customs Area Controller for Customs Area 1 Command, Comptroller Salamatu Atuluku.
At the end-of-the-year party attended by stakeholders, including the leader of the association’s chapter, Mr Charles Onyema, said the customs officer has done well in stakeholder engagement and trade facilitation.
At the event held last Friday, he said his association has been enjoying a very cordial relationship with other organisation in the ecosystem.
“You can see what is happening today, everybody is working together and our operations here are seamless,” he noted.
He stated that apart from creating a very robust business environment for his members and other stakeholders to operate, he has taken a decision to build and commission a befitting ANLCA Secretariat which would be completed soon and be commissioned by the ANLCA national president, Mr Emenike Nwokeoji.
The ANLCA chapter chief said since “Comptroller Salamatu Atuluku assumed office at Customs Area 1, Port Harcourt Command, it has been a different ball game, facilitating trade and increasing Revenue generation.”
“I remember I told her she was a mother during her maiden visit to the airport.
“You know when you have a woman in charge of an affair, food will not lack, compassion will not lack and motherly love will not lack.
“She is very wonderful in stakeholder engagement, revenue generation and trade facilitation,” Mr Onyema enthused.
Projecting into the future, Mr. Onyema said the year 2026 would be better for his members, adding that he has advised them on financial discipline which he said would help them during the trying period.
By Adedapo Adesanya
The federal government has declared Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, 2025, as public holidays to mark Christmas and Boxing Day respectively.
The government also declared Thursday, January 1, 2026, for the New Year celebration.
The declaration was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Mrs Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
According to the statement, the Minister urged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility and sacrifice associated with the birth of Jesus Christ.
Mr Tunji-Ojo also called on citizens, irrespective of faith or ethnicity, to use the festive season to pray for peace, improved security and national progress.
He further advised Nigerians to remain law-abiding and security-conscious during the celebrations, while wishing them a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Business Post reports that on these public holidays – the foreign exchange market, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), as well as the NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange will not open to trade.
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