IPMAN opposes rising petrol imports, warns of higher pump prices
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has raised concerns over the recent increase in petroleum product import licences, warning that the development could worsen price instability, increase pressure on the naira and push petrol prices higher. National Publicity Secretary of IPMAN, Chinedu Ukadike, who spoke on Sunday, said the […]
Can Agriculture Replace Crude? Experts reveal path to Nigeria’s export revival
By Cynthia Alo For more than five decades, crude oil has remained the dominant pillar of Nigeria’s economy, displacing agriculture from the position it once occupied as the country’s major source of revenue and foreign exchange. However, with the global shift towards cleaner energy and growing concerns over the sustainability of oil dependence, experts are […]
Gunmen abduct Pastor’s wife, three children in Borno LGA
A source from the community said the incident happened on Saturday around 12 noon, when the family were traveling to Damasak.
2027 Elections: Church leaders mobilise voters, reject money politics, demand responsible participation
By Olayinka Latona Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Christian leaders across Nigeria have intensified calls for massive voter participation, rejection of money politics and greater involvement of citizens in choosing leaders, while insisting that the Church must remain non-partisan but actively engaged in promoting good governance. From Pentecostal fellowships to the Catholic Church and […]
FG to Issue N729bn bond to clear GenCos’ debt
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Federal Government is set to issue a second bond worth about N729 billion to electricity generation companies (GenCos) as part of efforts to clear verified legacy debts and improve liquidity in Nigeria’s power sector. The planned issuance will complete the first phase of the N4 trillion Presidential Power Sector Debt […]
Israel says Iran missile towards Jordan’s Aqaba intercepted
Minutes before the interception, the Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran towards Aqaba and warned of the possibility of “spillover” into Israeli territory.
At 65: Peter Obi is an outstanding ally, principled voice — Kwankwaso
Former Kano State Governor and presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has described Peter Obi as an outstanding ally and a principled voice committed to Nigeria’s progress. Kwankwaso stated this in a birthday message posted on his X platform on Sunday to mark Obi’s 65th birthday. He congratulated the […]
Why I Invest in schools and hospitals — Obi
…Says he redirects birthday gifts to projects that impact lives The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has explained that his decision to invest in schools and hospitals is driven by his belief that such institutions are critical to improving lives and building a better future for the country. Obi stated […]
LAWMA unveils reforms to end Lagos waste backlog
According to him, the state is replacing landfills with Transfer Loading Stations, Material Recovery Facilities and waste-to-energy plants.
Gunmen kill 30-year-old ,an in Plateau community
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Gunmen have killed a 30-year-old man, Khalid Wahid, after invading his residence in Dong community, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attackers reportedly stormed the victim’s home at about 1am on Sunday, forcefully dragged him outside and killed him before fleeing the area. An uncle of the […]
Heavy rainfall destroys over 20 homes, farmlands in Plateau community
By Golok Nanmwa JOS — Torrential rainfall has destroyed more than 20 houses and farmlands in Darwat-Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, leaving several families displaced. The heavy downpour, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, triggered severe flooding that swept through parts of the community, causing residents to lose homes, food supplies and […]
FRSC launches nationwide special patrol, unveils 12 operations to curb road crashes
By Favour Ulebor The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has launched a nationwide Zonal Special Intervention Patrol, introducing 12 code-named operations aimed at reducing road traffic crashes and improving compliance with safety regulations. The special patrol operations will commence on July 20 across the Corps’ 12 Zonal Commands, with each zone implementing a tailored strategy […]
Edo ADC disowns former chairman Odion, warns against unauthorised statements
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY — The Edo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has distanced itself from the activities of its former chairman, Kennedy Odion, warning him against issuing statements or convening meetings in the name of the party. The state chairman of the party, Tony Alile, in a statement on Sunday, […]
How Tinubu defied ACN bigwigs to anoint Fashola in 2007 — Ex-aide
Professor Dapo Thomas, former aide to President Bola Tinubu during his tenure as governor of Lagos State, has recounted how the President defied pressure from influential leaders of the then Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN, to install Babatunde Fashola as the party’s governorship candidate in 2007.
LASU Professor Akhaine to deliver 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial lecture
A professor of Political Science at Lagos State University (LASU), Sylvester Odion Akhaine, will deliver the 4th Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture scheduled to hold in Lagos on July 23, 2026. The lecture, organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), will take place at the Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, by 11am, with the theme: “The […]
