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Looming Fuel Price Hike: Dangote Refinery Suspends Naira Sales Due to Exhausted Crude Allocation The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has sent shockwaves through the downstream oil sector with the announcement of a suspension of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) sales in the local currency, the Naira, effective from Sunday, September 28, 2025. The refinery, a cornerstone of […]
Ganduje Sets Terms for Kwankwaso’s APC Return, Demands Compliance with Party Structure The political landscape is buzzing following a definitive statement from Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), outlining what his long-time political rival, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, must do before rejoining the ruling party. Amid intense speculation […]
Governor Aiyedatiwa Alarms IGP Over Akingboye’s Death Probe, Demands Impartial Investigation Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has formally raised a serious alarm regarding the police investigation into the mysterious death of Mr. Bamidele Akingboye, the former governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the last state election. The Governor, speaking through his […]
Oba Ladoja Arrives Mapo Hall for Coronation, After Completing Traditional Olubadan Rites The ancient city of Ibadan was brought to a standstill as Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the former Governor of Oyo State, made his ceremonial entry to the historic Mapo Hall, the venue for his official public presentation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. […]
Udom Emmanuel Denies Makinde’s Presidential Ambition, Citing Governor ‘Hasn’t Told Me’ of Run Former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel, has waded into the swirling political rumours concerning Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde’s, reported presidential ambitions, stating that the Oyo State helmsman has not confided in him about any plans to seek the highest […]
World Pharmacists Day: Community Pharmacies Must Be Recognised as Primary Health Centres, ACPN Urges FG The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has made a decisive call to the Federal Government, urging the official designation of community pharmacies across the country as Primary Health Care (PHC) centres. The plea was the central message delivered […]
Atiku, El-Rufai, Tambuwal and Top Political Heavyweights Unite at ADC Meeting in Abuja for 2027 Opposition Push The Nigerian political landscape is witnessing a seismic shift as former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir el-Rufai, former Sokoto State Governor Senator Aminu Tambuwal, and a host of other high-profile politicians converged in Abuja for […]
Lokpobiri Claims Oil Sector Suffered 10-Year Investment Drought Before Tinubu’s Reforms The Minister of Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has made a striking claim regarding the state of Nigeria’s oil industry, asserting that the sector had gone for over a decade without attracting any substantial new investments prior to the current administration. Lokpobiri disclosed […]
400 Golfers to Tee Off at Tukur Buratai Golf Resort for Nigeria’s 65th Independence Tournament The nation’s capital is set to host a spectacular sporting celebration as over 400 golf enthusiasts converge for the Nigeria @ 65 Independence Golf Tournament at the prestigious Tukur Yusuf Buratai International Golf Resort and Country Club (TYB-IGRCC). The week-long […]
Nigeria Customs Reschedules Superintendent Pre-Test into Batches Following Portal Failure The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has been compelled to reschedule its mandatory pre-test for shortlisted applicants in the Superintendent Cadre, admitting that the initial online exercise on Monday, September 22, was marred by significant technical challenges. The NCS cited “heavy traffic” on its portal as […]
Nationwide Blackout Threat Averted as Electricity Workers Suspend Strike After Federal Government Intervention The threat of a crippling nationwide blackout was narrowly averted on Thursday after the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) suspended its indefinite strike, following an emergency intervention by the Federal Government. The strike, which began on Wednesday, September 24, had already […]
Ondo State Government Dispels Neglect Rumors, Affirms Functionality of Igbara-Oke General Hospital The Ondo State Government has moved to counter recent reports of neglect at the General Hospital in Igbara-Oke, affirming that the facility is fully operational and well-equipped to serve its host community and beyond. The clarification was issued in a statement by the […]
Abia Teachers Condemn Rising Vandalism of Public Schools, Call for Urgent Intervention Teachers and school administrators in Abia State have raised an alarm over the escalating issue of vandalism in public schools, warning that the criminal activities are severely hindering education in the state. The educators voiced their concerns during a recent visit by the […]
Kwara State Pledges Quality Primary Healthcare, Citing Ongoing Investments and Upgrades The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its dedication to improving the health and well-being of its citizens through a renewed focus on quality primary healthcare. This assurance was delivered by the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Professor […]
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Resumes Duty, Accuses Senate President of Dictatorial Rule Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has officially returned to her legislative duties in the Upper Chamber following the expiration of her controversial six-month suspension. Her return on Tuesday, September 23, was marked by a strong statement against the Senate leadership, with the lawmaker from Kogi Central […]
Jimmy Kimmel Delivers Fiery Monologue, Declares Government Cannot Control TV Speech After Suspension Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel delivered a powerful and emotional monologue upon his return to ABC on Tuesday night, a week after his show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, was suspended. The suspension followed intense public pressure and a wave of criticism from conservative groups […]
Cross River State Government Empowers 400 with ₦800m Grants for Farming and Reintegration In a significant move to foster peace and economic development, the Cross River State Government has disbursed ₦800 million in grants to 400 citizens, including farmers and ex-militants from the Bakassi Defence Force. The initiative, announced by Governor Bassey Otu on Tuesday, […]
Teacher in Police Custody Following Viral Video of Child Abuse in Bauchi A teacher in Bauchi State has been placed in police detention following a public outcry over a viral video that depicts a male pupil being tied and severely beaten. The shocking footage, which circulated widely on social media platforms, shows the young student […]
Nollywood Actress Mercy Aigbe Announces Mother’s Passing Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe is mourning the loss of her mother, Mrs. Abosede Olubunmi Aigbe, who passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. The actress made the sorrowful announcement on her official Instagram page, sharing a poignant image of a lit candle against a backdrop of a broken […]
Tiwa Savage Reveals 2021 Leaked Sex Tape was Result of a Bet by Ex-Partner Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage has delivered a stunning new twist to the infamous 2021 scandal involving her leaked intimate video, revealing that the highly traumatic incident was a result of a bet made by her former partner. The Grammy-nominated singer shared […]