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PoliZ Konnect: This Week’s Highlights—From Gold Bars to Seized Jets!
Your Weekly Rundown on Nigeria’s Biggest Stories—Keeping It Real and Fun!
PoliZ
August 17, 2024
Hey Zitizen,
Welcome to another edition of PoliZ Konnect, your go-to newsletter for all the major governance news in Nigeria.
Each week, we break down the key happenings in a fun, easy-to-read way that keeps you in the loop without the stress.
We’ll be discussing all these news items during our Twitter Space today at 7 PM! Special guest, Ebenezar Wikina, will be joining us. So don’t miss it! Here is the link.
20 Medical Students Kidnapped in Benue
About 20 medical students were kidnapped in Benue while heading to Enugu for the Federation of Catholic Medical and Dental Students (FECAMDS) annual convention in Enugu.
The students, traveling in two buses from Jos, were ambushed by bandits in the Otukpo area on Thursday evening. The Benue State Police confirmed the incident and said they’re on it.
Drama as Ex-Aide to Defence Minister Arrested
Alhaji Bashir Hadejia, former aide to Defence Minister Bello Matawalle, was arrested on Monday on charges of treason and subversion.
The arrest has sparked outrage, especially after photos and videos surfaced showing Hadejia with high-profile figures, including former President Muhammadu Buhari. A trending photo from 2020 shows Hadejia presenting gold bars to Buhari alongside Matawalle.
Nigeria’s Inflation Rate Drops to 33.30% in July
A small W- Nigeria’s inflation rate dropped to 33.30% in July, down from 34.19% in June. This is the first drop we’ve seen since December 2022. Let’s see how much further it will drop in the coming months.
Jail Term for not reciting N’Anthem? Not Anymore!
So, the House of Reps Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, was in hot water this week after he tried to push a bill that would punish folks who refuse to recite the national anthem with 10 years in jail or a N5 million fine.
But after Nigerians protested against it, the Speaker quickly withdrew the bill.
Three Nigerian Presidential Jets Seized Abroad
Talk about drama! Three Nigerian presidential jets were seized in France as Ogun State and a Chinese company are battling over a $74.5 million compensation that Nigeria hasn’t paid yet.
New Policy to Retain Medical Experts
The government is tired of Nigerian doctors leaving the country, so they’ve rolled out a new health policy.
It’s not just about keeping doctors here; they’re also trying to bring back those who have japa’d. The plan? Better work conditions, advanced health tech, and sweet deals for healthcare workers.
Prices Skyrocket as Petrol Scarcity Bites Harder
Petrol scarcity is back, and it's not pretty. Some states are seeing prices hit N1,000 per litre, and in some places, black market prices are even crazier—up to N1,500!
Lagos isn't feeling it as badly, but people are struggling in the North.
So, there you have it—your weekly dose of what’s happening.
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