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Nigeria’s inflation rate slowed for the fifth consecutive month, dropping to 20.12 percent in August 2025 from 21.88 percent in July, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The decline represents the lowest inflation figure since May 2023 and signals a gradual easing of […]
Dangote Refinery has commenced the deployment of its newly acquired fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks, marking a new phase in the distribution of petroleum products across Nigeria. The trucks, which were recently unveiled as part of the company’s plan to ease transportation challenges and cut down reliance on diesel-powered haulage, have now […]
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s decision to remove petrol subsidies, stating that the policy saved Nigeria from impending bankruptcy. Speaking at the second edition of the Kano International Poetry Festival, Sanusi argued that the subsidy regime was economically unsustainable and diverted critical funds from national development. […]
Mixed martial arts superstar, Conor McGregor has ended his short-lived bid to become Ireland’s next president, announcing his withdrawal from the 2025 race on Monday after failing to secure the required political backing. In a statement shared on social media, McGregor said the decision followed “careful reflection” and discussions with his family. While expressing […]
The Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) has raised the alarm over the disconnection of its electricity supply by the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO), citing fears that critically ill patients in intensive care could lose their lives if power is not restored urgently. The hospital management disclosed that KEDCO cut off its power supply […]
Segun Sowunmi, a former spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar’s presidential campaign, has dismissed speculations that he has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Sowunmi, a long-standing member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisted that he remains firmly in the opposition party despite recent controversies surrounding his political stance. In recent weeks, Sowunmi’s […]
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in several parts of the country between Monday and Wednesday, September 15–17, 2025, raising concerns over possible flooding and travel disruptions. According to the agency, weather conditions will remain unstable during this period, with thunderstorms expected across both the northern and southern states. […]
