PDP govs back NUPENG over NNPC restructuring

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), has received the backing of the PDP Governors Forum to resist the planned layoff of over 1, 000 employees of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), in what the forum said is a shadowy restructuring.

National News Headlines-22/12/2015

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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know this Tuesday morning

Good morning! Here are 10 things you need to know this morning:

1. The immediate past administration of Goodluck Jonathan has been blamed for the ongoing fuel scarcity across the country. According to the Information Minister, Lai Mohammad, Jonathan did not make provision for fuel subsidy in the 2015 budget. He also blamed the administration of not putting to order vandalized pipelines, which has now contributed to the scarcity currently being experienced in the country.

Woman dies while hunting for biscuits hidden by son in her wardrobe

AN OLD lady was found dead in her wardrobe - after suffocating while hunting for biscuits her son had hidden from her.

Closeness to God, a way to triumph over tribulations – Adeboye

Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God, says closeness to God is the only way for man to triumph over tribulations.

NASS shuts down as Buhari presents 2016 budget today

As President Muhammadu Buhari presents the 2016 Appropriation Bill to the joint session of the National Assembly comprising the Senate and the House of Representatives today, there were strong  indications, yesterday, that the lawmakers are ready to ensure speedy passage of the bill.

Kaduna Refinery resumes production

The Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemical Company has resumed production of petrol four months after it was closed for repairs.

Arsenal beat Manchester City to close gap on Premier League leaders Leicester

Arsenal beat Manchester City 2-1 to close the gap on surprise Premier League leaders Leicester City.

Arsenal or City?

Arsenal and Manchester City are closely matched in the Premier League title race, but what do the statistics tell us about how they compare?

Jose Mourinho holds talks with Manchester United as Louis van Gaal is on his way out of Old Trafford

LOUIS VAN GAAL is on his way out of Manchester United after contact was made with Jose Mourinho.