Evening recap: NEC backs 90-day cost plan, Makinde defends bid, other top stories
Read the evening news recap: NEC has endorsed a 90-day plan to reduce the cost of living, as Governor Makinde defends his 2027 presidential bid. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-nec-backs-90-day-cost-plan-makinde-defends-bid-other-top-stories/
The National Economic Council has approved a 90-day plan to tackle rising living costs, improve food affordability and draw investment. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has defended his decision to run against a sitting president in the 2027 election. An awaiting-trial prisoner, Osita Thomas, managed to escape during a court appearance in Edo State.
In Abuja, a man was arrested for using a forged "PRESIDENCY" number plate on a Lexus SUV. Shortlisted candidates for paramilitary personnel will undergo mandatory drug tests before receiving appointment letters. The Federal Government has suggested a new timeline for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with results expected in August.
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