FG, states, others share N2.300trn May 2026 revenue
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total sum of N2.3 trillion to the Federal, States and the Local Government Councils for the month of May, 2026.
FG allocates new crude oil terminals to Swede Control Intertek
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Federal Government, through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has announced the allocation of two additional crude oil terminals to Swede Control Intertek Limited, a Pre-shipment Inspection Agent. The decision was contained in a statement signed by the Director of the CBN’s Trade and Exchange Department, Aderinola Shonekan. According to the […]
Police arrest man over alleged murder of married lover in Anambra
By Florencemary Nwabueze The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Thankgod Ikwugwara, over the alleged murder of his married lover three months ago in Oraifite, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the state. The deceased, a 33-year-old woman whose identity was withheld, was reported missing on March 13, 2026, by her mother at […]
One killed, two injured as MACBAN alleges attack on Fulani travellers in Benue
The Benue State chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the alleged attack on four Fulani men in Okpokwu Local Government Area, calling on security agencies to arrest those responsible and ensure justice.
NiDCOM hails Bukola Babajide as UK honours her with MBE for tech, inclusion work
By Nkiruka Nnorom The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, has hailed entrepreneur and technology leader, Olubukola Moyo Babajide, following her appointment as a Member of the Order of the British Empire, MBE, by King Charles III. Babajide, founder of Crystal Options Ltd. and Female Techpreneur, was named on the King’s Birthday Honours List for her […]
Full list of Samsung phones, devices to receive One UI 9 update
Samsung’s next major software evolution is officially on the horizon. Built on top of Google’s freshly minted Android 17 framework, One UI 9 is gearing up for a massive global rollout.
Peter Obi refutes rumours of division in Obidient Movement
By Henry Umoru, Abuja The Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports suggesting internal divisions within his supporters, popularly known as the “Obidient Movement.” Obi said the claims of disunity were false and insisted that the movement remains intact and united. In a […]
Plateau to install 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones — SSG
By Golok Nanmwa, Jos The Plateau State Government says it plans to install about 5,000 surveillance cameras, deploy drones, and establish a command-and-control centre as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve real-time monitoring across the state. The Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Arch. Samuel Jatau, disclosed this on Wednesday in Jos while […]
NNPC renews Methane reduction deal with TotalEnergies for 2 more years
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has renewed its partnership with TotalEnergies for another 24 months to continue deploying advanced methane detection technology across its upstream operations, in a bid to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support its decarbonisation targets.
Nigeria can raise oil output to 1.9m bpd — NUPRC
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has expressed confidence that Nigeria can increase crude oil production to 1.9 million barrels per day (bpd), following recent gains that pushed output to a peak of 1.86 million bpd in May. The Commission Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this on Wednesday during […]
Mother of Cape Verde’s Vozinha gets US visa to attend next World Cup match
The mother of Cape Verde’s breakout star goalkeeper, Vozinha, has successfully been granted a visa to enter the United States.
Rule of Law must prevail over political desperation, SAN tells FG
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr. Musibau Adetunmbi, has urged the Federal Government to prioritise the rule of law over political considerations, warning that desperation for power could weaken democratic institutions and governance. Adetunmbi, who is lead counsel to the Accord Party, made the call on Wednesday during an interview […]
Hezbollah chief hails Iran’s ‘great victory’ after deal with US
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said Wednesday that an understanding reached between Tehran and Washington to end the regional war was a “great victory”, and urged Lebanon to seize the moment to expel Israeli forces.
Marketers retain high petrol prices despite Dangote Refinery reduction
Fuel marketers across Abuja on Wednesday continued to sell Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, at old prices more than 24 hours after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery announced a reduction in its ex-depot price.
Ogun residents protest collapsing bridge, appeal to Abiodun for urgent intervention
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Residents of Sodeke-Titun Ilupeju, Oke Odo, and 22 other communities in the Sabo area of Abeokuta North Local Government Area of Ogun State on Wednesday staged a peaceful protest over the deteriorating condition of a bridge linking their communities to the Lafenwa-Sabo axis. The protesters urged Governor Dapo Abiodun to urgently […]
London court acquits Alison-Madueke of all corruption charges
British authorities began their investigation into corruption allegations against Alison-Madueke more than a decade ago
