Port Harcourt, Nigeria — The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has invited former President Olusegun Obasanjo to tour the Port Harcourt Refinery to verify its operational status. The invitation follows remarks made by Obasanjo during a recent Channels Television interview, where he criticized the management of Nigeria’s refineries and recalled events from his tenure…
Edited and compiled by Adelakun yusuff olatunji The Polytechnic lle-lfe, Osun state Liverpool have reportedly turned down an approach from Real Madrid for their star right-back, Trent Alexander-Arnold. According to Spanish outlet Marca, Real Madrid were prepared to make a formal bid of €20 million for the England international, but the Reds are unwilling to…
Arsenal staged a commanding comeback to secure a 3-1 victory over Brentford in their New Year opener on Wednesday. Trailing early, Mikel Arteta’s side rallied with goals from Gabriel Jesus, Mikel Merino, and Gabriel Martinelli to cut Liverpool’s lead at the Premier League summit to six points. The Gunners now sit on 39 points, strengthening…
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested twin brothers, Taiwo and Kehinde Yemitan, along with another suspect, Kazeem, in connection with the gruesome murder and dismemberment of a sex worker identified as Darasimi in Abeokuta. Police spokesperson SP Omolola Odutola disclosed in a statement on Tuesday that Darasimi was lured to the suspects’ residence in…
In 2024, numerous football managers across major leagues faced dismissals due to underperformance or strategic shifts by their clubs. Erik Ten Hag – Manchester United Ten Hag was sacked on October 28 after a 2-1 defeat to West Ham. Under his leadership, Manchester United struggled, sitting 14th in the Premier League with four losses in…
OkFirst Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu marked the arrival of Nigeria’s first baby of 2025 at Asokoro Hospital, Abuja, on Wednesday. Represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, Mrs. Tinubu presented gifts to the first male and female babies of the year, as well as other infants born on January 1. In…
The National Population Commission (NPC) has successfully registered and issued birth certificates to over 10 million children across Nigeria. Chairman of the Commission, Alhaji Nasir Isa Kwara, disclosed this during a press briefing following the presentation of a birth certificate to the “Baby of the Year” by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu at Asokoro General…
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah has disclosed that negotiations for a new contract with the club are “far away” from reaching an agreement. With his current deal set to expire at the end of the season, Salah emphasized his focus in helping Liverpool win the Premier League, stating that his priority is to contribute to the…
Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away on December 29, 2024, at his home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 100. Born on October 1, 1924, Carter had a distinguished career spanning politics, humanitarian work, and public service. He served in the US Navy from…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has categorically denied claims of President Bola Tinubu’s interference in its operations, emphasizing that appointments and promotions are strictly based on merit and free from bias . Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, dismissed allegations made by Prof. Farooq Kperogi, stating that NNPCL’s processes are guided by expertise,…
The Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative, also known as Partners West Africa Nigeria (PWAN), has underscored the importance of raising public awareness about the Nigerian Police Act 2020. The organization emphasizes that understanding this legislation is crucial for promoting accountability, enhancing police governance, and safeguarding citizens’ rights. To achieve this, PWAN has organized town…
Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) giants Enyimba FC have announced the departure of Head Coach Yemi Olarenwaju, following a dismal run of nine consecutive winless matches. The club confirmed the decision on its social media platforms, expressing gratitude to Olarenwaju for his services and wishing him well in his future endeavors. With the departure of Olarenwaju,…
Renowned Nigerian singer Tiwatope Balogun-Savage, widely known as Tiwa Savage, has suggested that her next album could mark her retirement from music. In an Instagram story posted on Saturday morning, Tiwa shared her feelings of exhaustion, writing, “This might be my last studio album. I am tired, I don try.” However, she did not disclose…
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced planned power outages in parts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to facilitate maintenance work at two major transmission substations. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, disclosed in a statement on Saturday that the outages will affect Gwagwalada and surrounding areas on Saturday, December 28,…
A devastating road accident occurred on the Owo-Ikare Akoko expressway in Ondo State, claiming the lives of 13 people. The collision, which took place on Saturday morning, involved two buses that caught fire after impact, leaving only one survivor with serious injuries. According to the Ondo Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC),…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally apologized to Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev over a tragic incident involving an Azerbaijan Airlines plane, which crash-landed on Wednesday near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The crash claimed at least 38 lives. The Kremlin revealed on Saturday that Flight J2-8243, traveling from Baku to Grozny in Russia’s Chechnya region, was forced to…
Edited and compiled by Lawal olasunkanmi Gbolahan The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State. Real Madrid dominated the 2024 Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai, taking home multiple prestigious honors in a glittering ceremony. The Spanish giants were the biggest winners of the night, with their players, coach, and president receiving well-deserved accolades for their outstanding performances…
Edited and compiled by Tijani Fatimah Ashabi The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Communication is the lifeblood of any successful relationship. It’s not just about talking but about how we talk to and with each other. In a love relationship, the language we use can either strengthen the bond or create unnecessary conflicts. Adopting healthy…
Edited and compiled by Oladapo samuel opeyemi The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Cole Palmer Established new benchmark for most premier league goals for Chelsea in a calendar year after scoring a single goal against Fulham at Stamford bridge despite defeat at home 1-2 to Cottagers. The 22years-old dribbled three defenders before scoring slotting goals past…
Edited and compiled by Adeleke Faith Abiodun The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State. Ademola Olajade Alade Aylola Lookman MON(born 20 October 1997) 27 years old was born in Wandsworth, England. His parents were from Nigeria His parents are Ademola Lookman Sr and Mrs Lookman. Though little is known about them since he has not shared their…
WARRI, DELTA STATE – Hundreds of passengers have been stranded at the Warri train station for two days following the breakdown of the free train service introduced for the festive season. The situation, reported by newsmen has led to mounting frustration among travelers as the crowd at the station continues to swell. Eyewitnesses described the…
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), in collaboration with its partners, plans to establish a refinery with an initial capacity of 50,000 barrels per day (bpd). According to PETROAN President Billy Gillis-Harry, the agreement and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to commence the refinery’s construction will be signed in the coming weeks….
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has dismissed claims by a media outlet alleging it approved a 40% hike in telecommunications service tariffs starting January 2025. The report claimed the tariff increase would result in telephone calls costing N15.40 per minute, SMS priced at N5.60, and a minimum cost of N1,400 for a 1GB data bundle….
The Headquarters 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army organized a vibrant end-of-year funfair for children and families within the Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos, spreading joy during the festive season. The event, themed “Ikeja Cantonment End-of-Year Funfair,” aimed to strengthen community bonds among military personnel and their families. With over 2,500 children in attendance, the celebration offered…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has firmly dismissed allegations by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing Nigeria of conspiring with France to destabilize Niger. In a statement issued Thursday, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, described the claims as baseless fabrications, emphasizing Nigeria’s commitment to regional stability and peaceful…
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, under Operation Fansan Yamma, have dismantled several terrorist camps near Bichi Hill in Danmusa Local Government Area, Katsina State. Acting on credible intelligence about terrorist activities, the operation targeted camps responsible for attacks in Danmusa, Safana, and Kankara Local Government Areas on December 19, 2024. In a…
GOMBE— Tragedy struck on Christmas Day in Gombe as a commercial bus lost control and rammed into a procession of Christian faithful, leaving 22 people injured. The procession was en route from Tumfure community to the Government House and Gombe Emir’s Palace for a Christmas homage when the incident occurred. The accident happened around 2…
Five individuals narrowly escaped tragedy on Christmas Day following a collision between two commercial buses at Iyana-Era, along the Mile 2-Badagry Expressway, Lagos. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident, attributing the cause to excessive speeding and brake failure in one of the buses. According to LASTMA’s Director of Public Affairs, Adebayo…
The Anambra State Police Command has announced the arrest of Chukwuma Obi, a 32-year-old resident of Umuagu Village, Igboukwu, in connection with an alleged attempted kidnapping and extortion plot. Obi’s arrest was made possible by operatives from the Anti-Cultism Squad in Enugu-Ukwu, who acted on a complaint from a victim who received a threatening message demanding…
The mother of Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Governor Namadi confirmed the death through his Chief Press Secretary, Muhammad Hamisu Gumel, who shared the news in a statement. Hajiya Maryam passed away in the early hours of Wednesday. Burial rites will be held later…
The Yoruba Council Worldwide (YCW) has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic deaths caused by recent stampedes in Ibadan, Abuja, and Okija, which claimed at least 67 lives, including those of children and pregnant women, during Christmas-related events. In a statement, the council lamented the fatalities at a children’s Christmas carnival in Ibadan, organized by…
