5 talking points as DR Congo frustrate Portugal in historic World Cup draw
Cristiano Ronaldo's bid to mark his record-equalling sixth World Cup appearance with victory fell flat as Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo on Wednesday.
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
Nigeria’s current account surplus rises 46% to $4.98bn
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said the country’s current account surplus rose by 46 percent year-on-year to $4.98 billion in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26).
