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NNPC Raises Petrol Prices to N617 per Litre

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has raised the prices of Petrol, also known as Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), from 537 to 617 naira per litre. This increase follows President Tinubu’s inauguration and his statement about the removal of fuel subsidies. On Tuesday morning, NNPC filling stations in Abuja experienced brief queues, particularly at... Read More

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Peter Obi Tells Supporters Not to Celebrate His Birthday, Asks Funds Be Channeled to ‘Those in Need’

In a steadfast display of commitment to the nation’s plight, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has once again affirmed his decision to forgo birthday celebrations. This enduring stance, maintained over the past two decades, is a testament to Obi’s unwavering dedication. In a heartfelt statement shared on his official... Read More

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Abuja Court Deems Arrest and Detention of Emefiele Illegal, Orders Immediate Release

In a significant legal development, yet another Abuja High Court has ruled that the arrest and detention of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), by the Department of State Services (DSS) is illegal. Delivering the judgment, Justice Bello Kawu held that these actions directly contravened the existing judgment and... Read More

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President Tinubu Reveals Plan to Give N8000 to 12m Poor Households Monthly as Palliatives

President Bola Tinubu has unveiled an initiative by the Federal Government to provide financial support to 12 million poor households in Nigeria. In a letter addressed to the House of Representatives, the President shared details of the government’s plan to transfer N8,000 monthly to these households for a duration of six months. The proposed loan... Read More

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Obianuju Ilonaya Holds 10-Day Protest at National Assembly, Demanding Answers for Missing Brother Arrested by SARS – Where is Chijioke?

In a resolute display of determination and bravery, Obianuju Iloanya, one of the subjects of the powerful documentary “Awaiting Trial,” embarked on a 10-day one-woman protest at the National Assembly. Her unwavering mission: to seek justice for her missing brother, Chijioke Iloanya, who mysteriously vanished after being detained by Awkuzu SARS. “I don’t have any... Read More

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Tinubu’s Presidency Shows Leadership Should Be Based on Merit, Not Entitlement – Nasir el-Rufai

Former Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State has called for the promotion of citizens-centered governance in Nigeria to drive balanced and inclusive development. He made these remarks during the launch of the autobiography and retirement program of Professor Ishaq Akintola, a retired professor from Lagos State University (LASU). El-Rufai, who served as the keynote speaker... Read More

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Mmesoma Admitted to Forging JAMB Result – Anambra Committee of Inquiry Reveals

The committee of inquiry set up by the Anambra State Government has confirmed that Mmesoma Ejikeme manipulated her Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result, inflating her score to 362 instead of the actual score of 249. Mmesoma, a student of Anglican Girls Secondary School in Nnewi, admitted to manipulating the fake result herself using her... Read More

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Kano State Police to Organize Football Match with Repentant Thugs in Innovative Rehabilitation Effort

In a groundbreaking move aimed at positively transforming the lives of former criminals, the Kano State Police Command has announced plans to organize a football match with repentant thugs. T he state Commissioner of Police, Muhammed Usaini Gumel, made this revelation during a press conference in Kano on Thursday, where he also paraded 108 suspects... Read More

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CBN Increases Surveillance on Transactions with Cameroon, Croatia, and Vietnam

In a recent development, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed Deposit Money Banks and Other Financial Institutions operating in the country to intensify their oversight of transactions involving businesses and individuals from Cameroon, Croatia, and Vietnam. This directive comes in response to the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) decision to include these countries... Read More

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Abba Kyari Granted Bail After 18 Months in Prison

In a significant development, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court Abuja has granted bail to Abba Kyari, the former Head of the Rapid Response Team. Kyari had been in prison custody for the past 18 months following his refusal to escape during an attack on Kuje Prison on July 5, 2022. Justice Omotosho’s... Read More

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President Tinubu Signs Executive Orders, Halts 5% Excise Tax on Telecom Services

In a move aimed at providing relief to businesses and households, President Bola Tinubu has signed four Executive Orders, including the suspension of the five per cent Excise Tax on telecommunication services and the escalation of Excise Duties on locally manufactured products. The announcement was made by Dele Alake, the Special Adviser to the President... Read More

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House of Reps Forms Committee to Probe Alleged JAMB Result Forgery

In a recent development, the House of Representatives has taken action regarding the controversy surrounding Miss Ejikeme Mmesoma and her alleged falsification of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result. The decision was made during a plenary session, with Deputy Speaker Mr. Benjamin Kalu presiding over the proceedings. The House unanimously adopted a motion put... Read More

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JAMB Bars Ejikeme Mmesoma from UTME for Three Years, Withdraws Result over Alleged Forgery

In a statement released on Tuesday, JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, confirmed the board’s decision to prohibit Ejikeme Mmesoma from taking part in the UTME for a period of three years. Additionally, Mmesoma’s UTME result has been invalidated. Mmesoma had previously refuted JAMB’s accusation of forging her UTME result, asserting that she had scored 362 in... Read More

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‘There is Work to be Done’ – President Tinubu Urges Service Chiefs to Unite and Take Action

President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the importance of teamwork and highlighted the pressing tasks at hand during his meeting with the newly appointed service chiefs. This was their first encounter since their appointment on June 19, 2023. The President’s message was conveyed by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, who assured the service chiefs... Read More

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I Won’t Praise Tinubu Yet, but Nobody Will Be Worse Than Buhari – Baba-Ahmed

In a recent interview with Saturday Vanguard, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the Director of Publicity and Advocacy for the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), cautioned against prematurely appraising President Bola Tinubu’s performance in office. Baba-Ahmed also expressed his belief that no other administration could be worse than the one led by former President Muhammadu Buhari between 2015... Read More

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President Bola Tinubu Hosts President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau in Lagos

President Bola Tinubu had the honor of hosting President Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau during a private visit in Lagos. President Embalo, who is also the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, arrived in Nigeria’s economic hub on Saturday. This visit marks the first time an African President has visited... Read More

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IPMAN Denies Reports of Impending Petrol Price Hike, Urges Public to Stay Calm

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has refuted claims of an alleged plan to raise the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to N700 per litre across the country. In an interview in Ibadan, Chairman of IPMAN Southwest Zone, Dele Tajudeen, clarified the situation and urged Nigerians to... Read More

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OceanGate Continues to Promote Titanic Expeditions Despite Recent Tragedy

OceanGate, the deep-sea adventure company, is still actively promoting upcoming expeditions to the Titanic shipwreck on its website, despite the recent tragic incident involving its submersible. According to their website, two missions to the shipwreck are scheduled for June 2024, and interested customers are advised to inquire about available dates, with the 2023 expedition already... Read More

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President Tinubu Honored at Grand Eid-al-Adha Dinner Hosted by Governor Sanwo-Olu in Lagos

Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted a grand Eid-al-Adha dinner on Thursday in honor of President Bola Tinubu. The prestigious event took place at the Lagos State Government House in Marina, bringing together key figures from the nation’s commercial capital. Earlier in the day, President Tinubu paid courtesy visits to Oba Sikiru Adetona, the paramount ruler... Read More

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Aliko Dangote Retains Position as Africa’s Richest Man Despite Currency Volatility, Bloomberg Reports

Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group, has retained his position as Africa’s wealthiest individual, despite the Nigerian currency’s fluctuation against the dollar, as reported by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. According to the recently released daily top billionaire lists on Tuesday, Dangote’s wealth was valued at an impressive $15.6 billion, placing him at the top... Read More

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I Called Upon the Spirit of ‘Emi lokan’ to Secure Election Victory Despite CBN Naira Redesign Policy – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has revealed that he invoked the spirits of wisdom and determination, represented by “Baba Emi lokan,” to overcome obstacles during the election. He made this disclosure during a visit to the palace of the Awujale of Ijebu-Ode, Sikiru Adetona, as part of his thank-you tour. During the visit, Tinubu discussed the naira... Read More

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Tension at Osun State’s Eid Prayer Ground as a Senator Occupied and Refused to Vacate Governor Adeleke’s Seat

The Osogbo prayer ground for Eid el-Kabir became a stage for mild drama that unfolded on Wednesday. Reports emerged that Ajibola Basiru, the former spokesperson for the Nigerian Senate, allegedly occupied the space reserved for the governor, creating a contentious situation. As the prayers commenced at the Oke-Baale area in Osogbo, Governor Ademola Adeleke arrived... Read More

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‘Unfair to Judge Based on Few Glitches’ – INEC Responds to EU Report on General Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued a response to the European Union (EU) election observation mission’s final report on Nigeria’s recently concluded general election. Festus Okoye, INEC’s national commissioner for information and voter education, addressed the findings on Tuesday, reiterating the commission’s dedication to achieving optimal democracy in the country. In the EU... Read More

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‘Be Patient with Tinubu’s Administration, Look at the Bigger Picture’ – Akpabio Urges Nigerians

In his Eid al-Adha message delivered on Tuesday, Senate President Godswill Akpabio implored Nigerians to exercise patience and understanding towards the new administration led by President Bola Tinubu. Akpabio acknowledged that some of the policies implemented by the government to address the nation’s deep-rooted challenges may result in temporary inconveniences for the citizens. Since assuming... Read More

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FG Declares Wednesday and Thursday Public Holidays to Mark the Celebration of Eid-El-Kabir

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Wednesday, June 28th, and Thursday, June 29th, 2023 as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-El-Kabir. This announcement was made by Oluwatoyin Akinlade, a Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Interior. In a statement released by the ministry, it expressed warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah... Read More

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Blasphemy against Prophet Muhammad Will Have Severe Consequences – Sokoto Governor

Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has issued a statement calling for calm and adherence to the law among the people of the state. The governor’s plea comes in response to an attack on an individual, Usman Buda Mai Hanji, who allegedly made blasphemous comments about the personality of Prophet Muhammad at the Sokoto main abattoir... Read More

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JAMB Announces 140 as Cut-off Mark for Nigerian Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially approved the minimum cut-off marks for admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria. According to the Registrar of the board, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, the minimum cut-off mark for universities is set at 140, while that for polytechnics and colleges of education is pegged... Read More

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Organised Labour Urges Tinubu to Consult Them Before Submitting the New Minimum Wage to the National Assembly

President Bola Tinubu Concludes Paris Trip, Embarks on Private Visit to London

President Bola Tinubu has wrapped up his official trip to Paris, France and has now embarked on a private visit to London, United Kingdom. The President’s Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication, and Strategy, Dele Alake, confirmed this development in a statement titled “After successful Paris outing, President Tinubu off to London on a private... Read More

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President Bola Tinubu to Attend Global Summit in Paris for Signing of New Financial Pact

President Bola Tinubu is set to join world leaders in Paris, France on June 22nd and 23rd for a two-day summit aimed at reviewing and signing a New Global Financial Pact. The pact focuses on providing support and investment to vulnerable countries affected by climate change, energy crisis, and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.... Read More

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‘He Gave Me N200m’ – Wike Reveals Why He Supported Akpabio’s Senate Presidency Bid

Former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has finally opened up about the reasons behind his support for Godswill Akpabio to become the 10th Senate President of the National Assembly. Speaking at a special thanksgiving service organized by his family, Wike declared Akpabio as a long-time loyalist, citing the financial contribution the senator made to... Read More

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