Crude prices rise above $90 per barrel on US-Iran strikes
Oil prices jumped more than two percent Monday, with the Brent international benchmark rising above $90 a barrel after a fresh flare-up in the US-Iran war.
Group demands end to checkpoint extortion, prolonged detention in S-East
By Dennis Agbo A non-partisan civic and socio-development platform, Oganihu, has called for an immediate end to alleged extortion, harassment and other abuses at security checkpoints across the South-East. The group, comprising concerned Igbo professionals and citizens, also demanded greater accountability from security agencies and governments in the region. Represented by its Co-chair, Prof Chijioke […]
Bad roads, insecurity, hardship worry Egbema residents
By Chidi Nkwopara, Owerri Residents of Egbema in Imo State have raised concerns over the deplorable condition of roads in the area, insecurity and the worsening economic situation, saying the challenges have continued to affect their livelihoods and social activities. The concerns were contained in a four-page address presented by Comrade Lawrence Okwudili Alex to […]
State Police: Politicians must not recruit officers, procure arms — Aondoakaa
Aondoakaa also opposed allowing individual state governments to independently procure firearms and other security equipment for their police formations.
‘It’s false’ – OPay dismisses viral shutdown reports
Digital financial services provider OPay has dismissed reports claiming that it will suspend operations from Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
CPPE seeks end to chronic petrol import dependence
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA — The Centre for the Promotion of Public Enterprise (CPPE) has called for a decisive shift from chronic import dependence to a competitive domestic refining ecosystem, warning that unchecked Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) imports could undermine Nigeria’s refining industry and energy security. The Chief Executive Officer of CPPE, Dr Muda Yusuf, […]
