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< 1 mn read A recent investigation has uncovered that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) and independent marketers have been importing substandard and off-specification Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, into Nigeria. Despite repeated assurances from the NNPCL, this “dirty petrol” now constitutes up to a quarter of the nation’s daily fuel consumption. According to […]

< 1 mn read Ayobami Oyalowo, a former member of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC PCC), has attributed Nigeria’s rising inflation to the continuous devaluation of the naira, rather than increases in fuel prices. In an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Oyalowo stated that the nation’s economic difficulties are primarily due to the naira’s […]

< 1 mn read The Coalition of Energy Reforms Lawyers and Activists (CERLA) has expressed serious concerns regarding an alleged scheme by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to undermine the operations of Dangote Refinery. During a recent press conference, CERLA accused NNPCL of falsely claiming that Dangote Refinery was selling Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at ₦868 per […]

< 1 mn read The United Nations has announced a $6 million donation to support flood victims in Maiduguri, Borno State. This aid follows the recent overflow of the Alau Dam, which displaced thousands of residents who were already affected by conflict and insecurity. In a statement, UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohammed Fall, revealed that a joint team […]

< 1 mn read Operatives of the Police Command in Edo State have neutralised a suspected kidnapper and rescued his victim in the Egor area of the state. The Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Moses Yamu, reported on Tuesday that the suspect had ambushed his victim, Iyobo Ighodaro, who was driving a silver Mercedes Benz C350, at […]

< 1 mn read The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State has retracted its previous threat to boycott the gubernatorial elections scheduled for Saturday, September 21. Tony Aziegbemi, the PDP Chairman, expressed confidence in the party’s prospects and encouraged citizens to actively participate in the electoral process. Aziegbemi emphasized, “We are ready for the elections. We believe strongly […]

< 1 mn read Senator Shehu Sani, a former member of the Senate, and Segun Showunmi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, will head a panel of experts at the upcoming Social Media Summit. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja and will focus on the influence of social media on […]

< 1 mn read President Bola Tinubu has established a national disaster relief fund to tackle the growing impact of floods and other natural disasters in Nigeria. The announcement was made during his visit to Maiduguri, Borno State, where he expressed solidarity with victims affected by recent flooding from Alau Dam. During his visit to the Government House in […]

< 1 mn read Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State reopened the newly rehabilitated Odo Iya Alaro Bridge on Monday, a significant move aimed at alleviating persistent traffic congestion in the area. The governor, represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, emphasized that the rehabilitation aligns with the administration’s commitment to enhancing traffic management and transportation. Sanwo-Olu urged citizens […]

< 1 mn read Phrank Shaibu, communications aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its frequent use of rice as a primary intervention for various crises in Nigeria. His comments come in response to the government’s recent decision to distribute 1,200 bags of rice to each minister as part of its […]

< 1 mn read With just days before the Edo State gubernatorial election, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is facing new logistical hurdles due to the ongoing nationwide petrol crisis. The situation has led INEC to increase its financial support to transport unions to ensure the smooth transportation of sensitive election materials. The rise in fuel prices has […]

< 1 mn read The human rights organization Onurube has appealed to Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun for immediate intervention to secure the release of Mrs. Perpetua Oparaocha from police detention in Imo State. Oparaocha was arrested on September 13, 2024, at her shop in Umunachi village by individuals claiming to be police officers from the SCID. According […]