The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has broken its silence on the recent letter written by the Minister of State for Petroleum Dr Ibe Kachikwu to President Muhammadu BuhariThe NNPC in a letter titled ‘Re: Allegations of Lack of Adherence to Due Process in NNPC Contract Awards’ and signed by the General Manager Public Affairs, Ndu Ughamadu, states that the law and rules of NNPC do not require discussion with the Minister of state before awarding contracts.”It is important to note from the outset that the law and the rules do not require a review or discussion with the Minister of State or the NNPC board on contractual matters but the President’s approval in his executive capacity as Minister of Petroleum, or the Federal Executive Council as the case may be.”The statement adds that contrary to Kachikwu’s claims, he was involved in the contracting process for the crude oil term contracts.“Furthermore, contrary to the assertion of Dr Kachikwu that he was never involved in the 2017/2018 contracting process for the Crude Oil Term Contracts, Dr. Kachikwu was in fact expressly consulted by the GMD and his recommendations were taken into account in following through the laid down procedure,” the statement read in parts.The statement concludes that Kachikwu’s allegations were baseless as due process was followed in the various activities bordering on awarding of contracts.
Pop singer, Wizkid has been honoured with an award for his selfless contribution to the Nigerian music industry as well as taking his music to the world. Billed to perform to students of the University, the Jaiye Jaiye singer was all smiles as he was honoured by the student and management of the school. Spotting a dark attire with a hood, Wizkid accepted his award and thanked staff and students of the university. In his words, ' Thank you Cyprus International University for the love. Thanks to the Staff of CIU and the entire students that waited at the airport to show me love! Tomorrow we go all the way up!! Blessings nd love!! '
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