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Global oil prices surged sharply while stock markets slid on Monday as tensions between Israel and Iran intensified, rattling investors and sparking a flight to safer assets. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude jumped by 4.3% to $74.84 per barrel, while Brent crude rose 4.4% to $76.45. The surge reflects mounting concerns that the […]
With the era of political patronage behind us, the Tinubu administration is reintroducing merit, technical skills, and openness in federal recruitment processes within essential revenue-generating agencies. By Bamidele Atoyebi A former director at NNPC once told me, “If I were appointed as GMD of NNPC, my first move would be to terminate the […]
The Nigerian Senate has expressed strong reservations over the nomination of Dr. Michael Ekpai Odey, a native of Cross River State, as the new Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). During a plenary screening session on Tuesday, several lawmakers faulted the decision to appoint a non-indigene to head such a critical electoral […]
President Donald Trump has revealed that the United States knows the exact location of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but has chosen not to eliminate him at least for now. In a post shared on his Truth Social platform, Trump described Khamenei as “an easy target” and issued a stark warning to Tehran […]
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has taken delivery of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered trucks to enhance fuel distribution across Nigeria. These trucks will commence nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) and diesel starting August 15, 2025. The refinery’s plan includes establishing over 100 CNG refueling stations nationwide, boosting accessibility and reducing dependence on […]
The decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to allow the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) to construct its new national headquarters has been met with strong criticism from the opposition. Mr. Peter Ameh, National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties. Ameh condemned the move, citing concerns over the politicization of the […]
The Niger State government has announced that over 700 persons are still missing following the recent devastating flooding in Mokwa Community, Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. This was disclosed by Governor Umaru Bago, represented by his Deputy, Mr. Yakubu Garba, during a condolence visit by Major Hamza Al-Mustapha, former Chief Security Officer to […]
In a major move to build a unified and transparent credit system, the federal government has announced plans to link Nigerians’ credit scores to their National Identification Numbers (NIN). The initiative, aimed at promoting financial discipline and accountability, was unveiled by the Managing Director of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), Uzoma Nwagba, during a […]
A 36-year-old Nigerian man, Emmanuel Onwubiko, has been sentenced to two years in prison for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl while working as a care worker at a residential home in Warrington. Onwubiko was found guilty of five counts of sexual assault after a five-day trial at Liverpool Crown Court last month. The court heard […]
Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has identified land disputes, armed militia activities, and poor local security architecture as the top three causes behind the persistent killings in Benue State. Speaking during an event Gen. Musa emphasized that the crisis in Benue is a complex web of socio-political and communal issues. “First, we have […]
