Long lines for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol or fuel, reemerged in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and parts of Niger and Nasarawa States on Friday and Saturday. This resurgence follows the closure of numerous filling stations operated by independent marketers. Motorists flocked to the few stations still dispensing petrol, primarily…
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has authorized the creation of a twenty-member flood disaster management committee in response to warnings of potential flooding in parts of the state. In a statement, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, outlined the committee’s terms of reference: to propose effective flood prevention and management strategies,…
The National Women Leader of the All-Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Mary Alile-Idele, has praised Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia for fostering an environment that enables women in the state to succeed in both public and private sectors. Dr. Alile-Idele made this statement in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, during the launch of her nationwide initiative,…
Jude Bellingham has been cleared to play in England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final against Switzerland on Saturday after receiving a one-match suspended ban and a fine for a gesture made during the last-16 victory over Slovakia. The 21-year-old midfielder’s ban is suspended for a year, and he has been fined £25,400 (30,000 euros). UEFA investigated Bellingham’s…
Twelve political parties are set to participate in the local government elections scheduled for July 13 in Adamawa State. The chairman of the Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission (ADSIEC), Alhaji Mohammed Umar, announced this at the conclusion of a two-day screening for candidates seeking various positions. Umar stated that the screening was conducted to ensure…
Super Falcons head coach Randy Waldrum is confident that his team will advance beyond the group stage at the 2024 Olympic Games. The nine-time African champions have been drawn into a challenging group with Brazil, former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Drawing inspiration from their impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s…
Some officers of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun were injured on Friday following an attack by a group of people suspected to be herdsmen in Akure, the state capital. It was gathered that the corps arrested some cows which allegedly ruined farmlands in Osi and Igboba Communities in the North…
President Bola Tinubu has said it’s a shame that Nigeria generates 4.5GW of electricity despite the size of the country. Tinubu, who spoke while inaugurating a 31-member Presidential Economic Coordination Council at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa Abuja yesterday. He stressed on the need for innovative solutions to the country’s economic challenges. According to Tinubu:…
Legendary Nigerian singer, Innocent Ujah Idibia, aka 2Baba, has said he is still relevant in the music scene, despite the dominance of the new wave of Afrobeats artistes. The ‘African Queen’ crooner stated in a recent interview with AFRIMMA that his sacrifices and that of his pairs propelled Afrobeats to its current level. He, however,advised…
An Afrobeats singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has claimed that his colleague, Davido’s marriage isn’t a good example. He said this while responding to a fan who urged him to emulate the embattled singer and get married soon. It was reported that Davido is currently embroiled in a child custody battle with…
The Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited have partnered to tackle fuel smuggling in the country. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale said this in a statement after the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Mele Kyari led the company’s delegate to the headquarters of NSC on Friday. Adeniyi emphasised on his…
Several state governments are preparing to establish camps for residents displaced by ongoing flooding affecting numerous communities across the country. Currently, at least ten states, along with the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have faced varying levels of flooding or reported casualties due to the increased rainfall. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph…
The Ogun II Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS disclosed that it generated N12.830billion between January and June 2024 as revenue for the federation. This represents a 51 percent increase from the N8. 5billion generated within the period last year. The Area Comptroller, Bisi Alade, said this on Friday during a press briefing…
The New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, has said the letter to the Senate, accusing the Federal Government of laying siege on Kano State is not from the party. NNPP made this clarification in a statement by the National Chairman, Dr Major Agbo, on Thursday in Abuja. The party was reacting to a letter written to…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the leader of the Labour Party, Keir Starmer, on the victory of his party in the United Kingdom general election. In a statement posted on his X(Twitter) page, he said; “I warmly congratulate Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, on his party’s victory in the United Kingdom…
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has urged the governments at all levels to support grassroots sports. CCII stated that this is important to develop more talents in sports across the country. The Chairperson of the Sports Sub-Committee of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Festival Week, Alhaja Folasade Olayiwola, made this declaration at the finals…
Super Falcons head coach, Randy Waldrum, is positive of a good outing at the 2024 Olympic Games despite his team being drawn in a tough group. The West Africans are in Group C with Brazil, former world champions Japan, and reigning world champions Spain. Waldrum unveiled his squad for the women’s football event on Thursday….
The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, said challenges bedevilling Nigeria are not insurmountable. He emphasised that with the right commitment, attitude, and leadership, the country has a better chance of overcoming its challenges. Sanusi, who stated this while receiving, on a courtesy visit, the Kano State Commissioner of Information, Baba Halilu Dantiye, in…
The governor of Kebbi State Nasir Idris, has declared July 8, as a public holiday to mark the beginning of the new Islamic calendar, lst muharram 1446AH. Alhaji Auwal Manu-Dogondaji, the state Commissioner for Establishment, said this in a statement in Birnin Kebbi on Friday. According to him, the 1st of Muharram is on a…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has asserted his independence and autonomy in decision-making regarding infrastructure projects in the FCT. During the flag-off of the Kwaita-Yebu Road project in Kwali Area Council, which is estimated to cost N7 billion, Wike made it clear that he does not require anyone’s permission other than…
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has called on the federal government to reinforce the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other institutions to ensure they can effectively carry out their statutory duties. The coalition has observed with great concern the efforts of certain individuals on social media who are attempting to recruit young…
A tragic incident occurred in Benue State as suspected armed militias carried out violent attacks on the communities of Ayati and Borikyo in the Ukum Local Government Area. Reports indicate that six residents lost their lives, and several others sustained injuries during the assault. The armed militia reportedly targeted the community indiscriminately, resulting in the…
The UK’s Labour Party is predicted to secure a landslide victory in Thursday’s general election, according to an exit poll. The poll indicates that Labour will win 410 seats, achieving a majority of 170, while the Conservatives are expected to drop to 131 seats, marking their worst performance ever. The Liberal Democrats are projected to…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced plans to establish an additional 100 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across Nigeria within the next twelve months. This initiative was revealed by Huub Stokman, the Managing Director of NNPC Retail Limited, during the inauguration of 11 CNG stations in Abuja and Lagos. Stokman highlighted the…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has grounded the operations of ten private jet operators in the country, suspending their permits to operate as non-commercial flight holders. According to a statement by Mr. Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, the suspension resulted from the operators’ failure to commence the re-certification process,…
Nigeria’s electricity generation has experienced a decline, with the latest data from the Transmission Company of Nigeria’s National Control Centre indicating a peak generation of 4,723.30 megawatts on July 4, 2024. This represents a drop from the peak of 4,800 megawatts that was recorded on May 3, 2024. The lowest electricity generation during this period…
The European Union has awarded postgraduate scholarships to 142 young Nigerians through its Erasmus educational program, according to the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Samuela Isopi. During an orientation program in Abuja for the awardees, Ms. Isopi announced that the beneficiaries have been admitted to various European universities to study courses such as…
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, announced that the 10th Assembly is working towards constitutionally recognized roles for traditional institutions and securing autonomy for Local Governments in Nigeria. **Paragraph 2:**During the ongoing ‘Open Week’ celebration marking the first anniversary of the 10th House of Representatives, Dr. Abbas highlighted the formation of two…
A tragic incident occurred in Lagos during a heavy rainstorm when a 61-year-old man lost his life after being electrocuted. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the unfortunate incident, with the command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, sharing the news on his social media handle @benHundeyin. The incident took place in the Orile-Iganmu area of Lagos…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Chief Superintendent of Police Adekunle Omoyele (rtd) as the new Corps Commander of Osun Amotekun Corps, following the expiration of Brigadier General Bashir Adewinmbi’s tenure. The announcement was made by the governor’s spokesperson in a statement on Thursday. Omoyele, a retired officer with 35 years of meritorious service…
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the operations of ten private jet operators over their failure to initiate the recertification process as mandated by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations 2023 Part 18.3.4. These operators were found to be in violation of the rules that prohibit Permit for Non Commercial Flights (PNCF) holders from…
