Good morning.  Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 

1. N3.7tr Padding Allegation Crisis Continues

* Senate Decries PDP’s Calls For Akpabio’s Resignation, Says It Is Reprehensible
* Ningi Not Gagged, He Was Given Ample Opportunity To Defend Himself But Floundered-Senate
* Yar’Adua’s Emerges As New Chairman Of Northern Senators’ Forum, Vows To Promote Nigeria’s Interest First

The crisis surrounding the allegation of a N3.7tr padding in the 2024 Budget by the now suspended Senator representing Bauchi Central, Abdul Ningi has refused to die down with the crisis continuing. READ MORE https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/n3-7tr-padding-allegation-crisis-continues/

2. Student Loan Bill: Tinubu Seeks Repeal, Re-Enactment To Address Challenges In Previous Version

* Bill Passes Second Reading In Senate

President Bola Tinubu has transmitted a letter to the House of Representatives seeking the repeal and reenactment of the Student Loan Bill to address some challenges with the earlier Act and to enhance the implementation of the student loan scheme by his administration. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/student-loan-bill-tinubu-seeks-repeal-re-enactment-to-address-challenges-in-previous-version/

3. Port Harcourt Refinery Will Commence Operations in Two Weeks Time —Kyarii

* Says Refinery Recieved 450,000 Barrels of Crude Oil
* Warri Refinery Undergoing Regulatory Compliance Processes

The Group Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Ltd (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, on Thursday said the Port Harcourt refinery would begin production by the end of March. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/port-harcourt-refinery-will-commence-operations-in-two-weeks-time-kyari/

4. Let’s Work Together, Headwinds Almost Over, President Tinubu Tells Governors

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerian governors to set aside political differences and collaborate with the federal government to build the nation. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/port-harcourt-refinery-will-commence-operations-in-two-weeks-time-kyari/

5. Olubadan of Ibadanland, Lekan Balogun Dies Two Year After Ascending Throne

The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun has joined his ancestors. He was aged 82. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/olubadan-of-ibadanland-lekan-balogun-dies-two-year-after-ascending-throne/

6. Kidnappings: NSA, Service Chiefs, Northern Govs Meet Behind Closed Doors

Following the resurgence of kidnappings and abductions in the northern region of Nigeria, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, Thursday convened a meeting with Northern Governors’ Forum and Service Chiefs including the Inspector General of Police and the Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/kidnappings-nsa-service-chiefs-northern-govs-meet-behind-closed-doors/

7. Tax: Nigeria earns N2.33 trillion from VAT, CIT in Q4 2023 

Despite what the current economy is Nigeria’s economy witnessed a substantial influx of revenue from Value Added Tax (VAT) and Company Income Tax (CIT) in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the latest figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/14/tax-nigeria-earns-n2-33-trillion-from-vat-cit-in-q4-2023/

8. Undersea Cable Damage Causes Internet Outage Fuzz In Nigeria, Telcos, Banks Hit

Nigerian banks and telecommunications firms have experienced an internet outage due to damage to the international underwater cables that provide them with connection. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/14/breaking-undersea-cable-damage-causes-internet-outage-fuzz-in-nigeria-telcos-banks-hit/

9. ‘I Said Yes Again’ – Israel DMW’s Ex-Wife Hints At Finding Love After Divorce
[/b]Sheila Courage, the estranged wife of Davido’s Logistics Manager, Israel Afeare, aka Israel DMW, has hinted at finding love again. https://matrixngr.com/2024/03/15/i-said-yes-again-israel-dmws-ex-wife-hints-at-finding-love-after-divorce/

[b]10. UEFA to use computer for Champions League draw

UEFA has said it will completely computerise the Champions League draw from next season due to its new format. https://matrixngr.com