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BAVCCA hails Kyari for repositioning NNPCL, dismisses call for sack
Joel Ajayi
In a swift reaction on Wednesday, an umbrella body of Bloggers and Vloggers, Contents Creators Association, BAVCCA, commended the Group Chief Executive Officer, GCEO, Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited, NNPCL, Engr Mele Kyari, over the repositioning of the organisation.
This was in an address read by leaders of the association during a press conference held in Abuja over the calls to sack Kyari by some groups.
The Secretary, BAVCCA, Abimbola Adelabu, who read the address pointed out that it was out of sheer ungrateful attitude and planned blackmail against Kyari who had repositioned the Corporation and made it a leading company in Africa and competing globally with its peers.
Adelabu said the global oil market is a complex and constantly evolving field, influenced by various factors, some of which are beyond the control of any individual or organization.
According to him, fuel hikes and increments are not arbitrary decisions made by the GCEO, but rather a means to recover costs incurred during the importation, refining, and distribution processes.
He said: “The BAVCCA, the umbrella body of all Bloggers, Vloggers and Content Creators in Nigeria, representing a diverse group of influential media practitioners, having taken cognisance of recent events regarding fuel distribution and pricing has called this press briefing to situate the issues objectively.
“We are aware that fuel price increment is a sensitive issue, therefore, requires that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of the underlying factors that contribute to either price increment or inadequate distribution of PMS.
“Our findings show that these factors are key in determining whatever decision in pricing and distribution:
“Global Market Dynamics: The global oil market is a complex and constantly evolving field, influenced by various factors, some of which are beyond the control of any individual or organization.
“Fluctuations in international crude oil prices, exchange rates, and supply and demand surges are main contributors to fuel price hikes, globally.
“The NNPC, under the leadership of the GMD, operates within these volatile dynamics to ensure that Nigeria remains sufficiently supplied with petroleum products.
“Cost Recovery and Sustainability: The NNPC, as a national entity responsible for the efficient management of Nigeria’s petroleum resources, must continually assess its cost-revenue structure to ensure sustainable operations.
“Fuel hikes and increments are not arbitrary decisions made by the GCEO, but rather a means to recover costs incurred during the importation, refining, and distribution processes.
“These measures allow the NNPC to maintain the availability of fuel across the country, thereby preventing shortages and ensuring social stability.
“Infrastructure Development and Deregulation Efforts: The NNPC, under the leadership of the GCEO, has been actively pursuing measures to enhance Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector.
“Infrastructure development, removal of subsidies, and the promotion of a deregulated market are integral to achieving long-term sustainability and attracting private investments.
“These efforts, though challenging in the short term, are indispensable for fostering a more efficient and economically viable petroleum sector in Nigeria.
“We understand the frustrations of the Nigerian people regarding the fuel price hike; however, we urge everyone to consider the broader context and challenges faced by the NNPC in providing a stable and affordable fuel supply.
“As supporters of transparency, we call on the government and the NNPC to continue engaging with the public and striving to educate them about the intricacies of the fuel pricing system.
“Additionally, we encourage both parties to explore sustainable strategies that can help alleviate the burden of fuel price hikes on the citizens while ensuring the viability of the petroleum sector.
Meanwhile, the association maintained that the NNPCL boss is exonerated in this purported move to remove him from office.
“In conclusion, the Bloggers and Vloggers, Content Creators Association extends our firm support and exonerates the Mele Kyari-led NNPC from global induced price variations”, he stated.
Also he assured that, “We pledge to continue providing accurate and informative content to our audiences, fostering a robust and informed dialogue on the matter at hand.”
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Musawa Seeks Broader Significance for June 12
Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, Esq., says June 12 must be remembered as a sacrifice that gave Nigerians democracy, beyond its status as a public holiday.
In a statement signed on Saturday by the Senior Assistant Media & Publicity to the Honourable Minister,Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy Dr Nneka Ikem Anibeze Ph.D in Abuja.
Musawa stated this at the national premiere of “MKO”, a film on Chief Moshood Abiola, held at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
She said 33 years after June 12, 1993, many young Nigerians know it only as a holiday, but the film turns it back into memory.
“For too many young Nigerians, June 12 is simply a public holiday. This film tells them that our democracy did not arrive by chance. It was fought for. It was defended. It was paid for. This documentary is in honour of the heroes of June 12, the men and women who gave their lives for the mandate of June 12, 1993 and for the democracy Nigeria enjoys today,” the Minister said.
Musawa hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Chief Host, for his participation in the June 12 struggle and paying the price in exile, adding that Nigeria’s creative industry will keep telling the story of its democracy with courage.
“Through film and the creative economy, Nigeria will preserve its history. A nation that forgets its past loses its way to the future. Nigeria has a story and our story deserves to be told,” she said.
Earlier, the director of the investigative documentary, Ose Oyamendan, said the film was in honour and memory of heroes who fought for Nigeria’s democracy.
“There was Hope ’93 and now there is Renewed Hope. There was a man who sacrificed his life so we may have democracy and there is a man who almost lost his life fighting for democracy who is now helping build a lasting democracy.
“There was a great man called Bashorun MKO Abiola and there is now another great man called Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Democrats. Nationalists. Nation builders. Leaders of men and women. We must never forget our story. We must always honour and remember our heroes,” Oyamendan said.
Top government officials including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the wife of the President Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Chief of Staff to the President Rt. Femi Gbajabiamila, state Governors, members of the National Assembly, Ministers and other distinguished dignitaries attended the premiere.
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