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Fuel Subsidy Removal: Nigerians Are Suffering, Address Corruption in NNPC, Oil Sector – Laolu Akande Tells Tinubu
Former presidential spokesperson, Laolu Akande, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to confront the deep-rooted corruption in…
Dangote Group Denies Reports of NNPC Lifting Petrol from Its Refinery at N897 Per Litre
The Dangote Group has denied claims that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) is currently lifting petrol…
NNPCL Supplied Dangote Refinery 30m Barrels Of Crude — Official
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that it has supplied 30 million barrels of crude…
Osinbajo, Obasanjo, Others Pay Last Respects to Yar’Adua’s Mother in Katsina
Prominent Nigerian leaders, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, visited Katsina to pay…
FUNAAB Student Kidnapped in Lagos Found Dead After Failed Ransom Negotiations
Christiana Idowu, a student of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has been killed by her abductors…
Osimhen Absent as Boniface Set to Lead Super Eagles Against Benin in AFCON Qualifier
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match…
Galatasaray Celebrates Huge Milestone Following Osimhen Signing
Galatasaray, the Turkish Super Lig champions, are celebrating a significant achievement after the signing of Nigerian striker Victor…
Nigeria Customs Declares Emergency at Onne Port Over Illicit Imports
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has declared a state of emergency at the Onne Port Complex due to…
Ugandan Olympian Dies After Being Set on Fire by Boyfriend
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has died in Kenya, four days after being set on fire by her boyfriend,…
NLC Warns State Councils: Implement Minimum Wage or Face Consequences
Last month, President Bola Tinubu signed the N70,000 new National Minimum Wage Act into law, marking a significant…
Lagos State to Set Up Drug Manufacturing Agency to Boost Local Drug Production
Lagos State is taking steps to improve access to quality medications by establishing a new drug manufacturing agency,…
Nigeria Police Will Torture, Kill Me If I Surrender – Wanted Briton
Andrew Wynne, a British national declared wanted by the Nigeria Police Force, has stated that he will not…
Fuel Price Hike: Scarcity Worsens as NNPC Halts Supply to Independent Marketers
Nigerians are experiencing severe petrol scarcity as the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has stopped selling Premium…
Galatasaray Coach Reveals Key Conversation that Convinced Osimhen to Join on Loan
Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk, in a recent interview, shared the strategy he used to bring Nigerian striker Victor…
FG More Focused On Arresting Me While Terrorists Flaunt Lifestyle on TikTok – David Hundeyin
Investigative journalist David Hundeyin has slammed the Nigerian government for focusing more on arresting him than tackling issues…
NBA to Provide Free Legal Support for #EndBadGovernance Protesters
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has announced that it will provide free legal representation to #EndBadGovernance protesters facing…
Only Tinubu’s Daughter Can Impose Levies On Computer Village, Other Markets – Yoruba Council
The Yoruba Council Worldwide (YCW) has called for peaceful coexistence among different ethnic groups in Lagos State, particularly…
JUST IN: NANS Faction Denies Fuel Price Protest
A faction of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has denied reports suggesting that the organization plans…
Two Nigerians Sentenced in U.S. for $5 Million Wire Fraud Scheme
Two Nigerian nationals have been sentenced for their involvement in a large-scale wire fraud scheme that caused over…
Dangote Refinery’s a Major Milestone for Nigeria, Says NUPENG
The Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has hailed the start of production at the…
Police Raid Drug Hideout, Arrest 40 Suspects in Asaba
The Delta State Police Command has arrested 40 suspects at a known criminal hotspot near Swees Spirit Hotel…
“Vacate Your Homes or Get Killed” – Bandits Threaten Residents of Minna Estate
Residents of M.I Wushishi Estate in Minna have been threatened by suspected bandits, believed to be illegal miners,…
Tinubu Didn’t Promise Labour He Won’t Increase Fuel Price – Presidency
The Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu did not promise the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the…
Alleged Coup: Wanted Briton Accuses Nigerian Police of Illegal Raid, Theft
Andrew Wynne, a British national accused of sponsoring the #EndBadGovernance protests in Nigeria, has made serious allegations against…
“No More Special Promotions In Police,” Says PSC Chairman Argungu
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has officially ended the practice of special promotions within the Nigeria Police Force.…
Gambaryan: Binance Urges Nigerian Government to Release Detained Executive
Cryptocurrency exchange platform Binance Holdings Limited has expressed its willingness to address any past issues with the Nigerian…
NNPC Raises Fuel Pump Price to N897 Per Litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Limited has significantly increased the price of petrol at its retail stations,…
Come Out Of Hiding and Prove Yourself as a Good Leader – Police Tell Wanted Briton
The Nigeria Police Force has called out Andrew Wynne, a British national who has been declared wanted, to…
Our Petrol To Hit Nigerian Filling Stations in 48hrs – Dangote
Aliko Dangote has announced that petrol from his newly operational refinery will reach filling stations within the next…
Adebayo Ogunlesi’s son Geoffrey Engaged to Meyer, Spider-Man Star Ex-wife
Jennifer Meyer, the former wife of actor Tobey Maguire, known for his role in the Spider-Man movies, has…
Why Petrol From My Refinery Looks Clearer – Dangote
Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, has unveiled the first sample of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly…
Tinubu, Atiku, Saraki, Others Mourn as Yar’adua’s Mother Dies In Katsina
Dada Yar’adua, the mother of former Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar’adua and Shehu Yar’adua, who served as Chief…
JUST IN: NNPCL To Become Sole Buyer From Dangote Refinery Despite Worsening Fuel Scarcity – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is poised to become the “initial exclusive buyer” of products from…
Fuel Scarcity: Nigerians Groan as Petrol Prices Exceed N1,000 Per Liter
Nigerians are grappling with soaring petrol prices as the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) has surpassed N1,000…
Dangote Refinery Can Survive Without Local Patronage, Says Official
The Dangote Refinery can continue operations and thrive even without local support, according to Devakumar Edwin, Vice President…
British National Denies Allegations of Plotting to Overthrow Tinubu
A British citizen, Andrew Wynne, who was declared wanted by the Nigeria Police on Monday for allegedly planning…
PDP Governors, Wike Set for Showdown as NWC Meets
Tensions are rising within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) is set…
IGP Egbetokun’s Tenure Extended for Four More Years
The tenure of Nigeria’s Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has been extended for an additional four years.…
2027: PDP Engages in Talks with Peter Obi, Kwankwaso
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has started discussions with former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi,…
“Protest Not Treason” – Briton Fires Back at FG Over Coup Allegations
A British citizen, Drew Povey, accused of inciting insurrection against Nigerian President Bola Tinubu’s administration, has called on…
Court Orders NCS to Provide Binance Chief On Wheelchair
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Kuje correctional facility to provide…
JUST IN: Protest Rocks Abuja Over Persistent Fuel Scarcity
A large crowd of protesters took to the streets of Abuja on Monday, voicing their frustration over the…
#70,000 Minimum Wage: Labor Leaders To Engage in Dialogue With Governors
Comrade Murtala Olayinka, the Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Kwara State, has called on labour…
Police Reveals Identity of Officers Killed in Abuja Attack by Shi’ite Group
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has revealed the identities of the two officers who were tragically…
Brainjotter’s $JotaCoin Crashes Hours After Launch, Prompts Rug Pull Accusations
The launch of $Jota Coin, a cryptocurrency introduced by popular Nigerian skitmaker Chukwuebuka Amuzie, also known as Brain…
“The Biggest at Manchester United” – Casemiro’s Wife Defends Him Following Poor Performance Against Liverpool
Casemiro, the Manchester United midfielder, faced heavy criticism after a disappointing performance in the match against Liverpool on…
JUST IN: Police Declare British National, Nigerian Wanted for Attempting to Overthrow Tinubu
The Nigeria Police Force has declared a British citizen, Andrew Wynne, also known as Andrew Povich, and a…
Wike To Face Disciplinary Committee Over Anti-Party Activities – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has summoned Nyesom Wike, the former Governor of Rivers State and current Minister…
Nigerian Woman Arrested in Canada for Hate-Motivated Threats Against Fellow Nigerians
The Toronto Police Service has arrested Amaka Sonnberger, a Nigerian woman, following allegations that she threatened to poison…
Nigeria Wins First Medal at 2024 Paralympic Games
Nigeria’s Eniola Bolaji has made history as the first Nigerian para-athlete to win a medal at the 2024…
Petrol Price May Rise as NNPCL Admits Financial Strain
There are growing concerns about a potential increase in petrol prices in Nigeria as the Nigerian National Petroleum…
Rema Donates N105 Million to Christ Embassy, Explains Decision
Nigerian afrobeat sensation Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, recently donated N105 million to the Christ Embassy church…
Man Removes Wife’s Eyes for Money Ritual, Attacks Landlady
A man named Lawrence Uzor has been accused of gouging out the eyes of his wife, Amarachi Lawrence,…
DHQ Debunks Killing of 150 Kidnap Persons By Terrorists in Sokoto
The Defence Headquarters of Nigeria has denied recent claims that terrorists hijacked armoured vehicles and kidnapped over 150…
“Wike Can’t Get Away With Such a Reckless Statement” – PDP Fires Back
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has responded to remarks made by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal…
Dangote Refinery Set to Launch Petrol Sales Amid Crude Supply Disputes
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, is gearing…
Nigerian Army Dismantles 115 Illegal Refineries, Arrests 22 Suspects in Niger Delta Crackdown
The Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, has intensified its efforts against illegal oil refining in…
Mpox: NPHCDA To Begin Vaccination Campaign September 8
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) in Nigeria is set to begin its mpox vaccination campaign…
Ex-BBNaija Star Mike Edwards Defeats Jake Cornish To Win Professional Boxing Debut
Former Big Brother Naija star, Mike Edwards, has made a successful debut in the professional boxing ring. Edwards…
Anyone Who Is Angry That I’m Working for Tinubu Govt Should Hug Transformer – Wike
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has addressed critics of his involvement in President…
Ex-Beauty Queen Declared Wanted For Drug-Related Charges Surrenders to NDLEA After Months in Hiding
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) reported that a former beauty queen, Oluwadamilola Aderinoye, has surrendered herself…
Politicians Used IRT’s Tracker to Monitor Mistresses Instead of Kidnappers – Police Source
A retired senior police officer has disclosed that a high-tech tracking system, initially established to combat kidnapping and…
Napoli Gives Romelu Lukaku No. 9 Shirt as Victor Osimhen’s Move to Chelsea, Al Ahli Fall Through
Napoli has officially handed the No. 9 shirt to Romelu Lukaku following the collapse of transfer moves involving…
“It’s Not Our Duty To Track and Arrest Kidnappers Despite NIN-SIM Linkage” — NCC
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has responded to widespread criticism over the inability to track kidnappers despite the…
Oyo State Concludes Teacher Recruitment, Sets Special Dates for Applicants with Disabilities
The Oyo State Government has successfully completed the oral interview process for 8,077 candidates as part of its…
Tinubu’s Appointment of Kekere-Ekun as Acting CJN is Constitutional, Says Robert Clarke
Renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Robert Clarke, has affirmed that President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Justice…
“Please Come To Our Aid” – Stranded Nigerian Students Plead with Tinubu to Lift Ban on Benin Republic University Certificates
Over 600 students of ESM University in Benin Republic, along with their parents and supporters, have made a…
Bruno Labbadia makes Nigeria U-turn as NFF Appoints Augustine Eguavoen As Interim Coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced Bruno Labbadia as the new head coach of the Super Eagles earlier…
Guinness Record Holder Tunde Onakoya Visits Maiduguri to Inspire Youths Through Chess
Tunde Onakoya, a Nigerian chess player and Guinness World Record holder for the longest marathon chess game, has…
Rema Thrills Benin City with Historic Homecoming Concert
Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, known by his stage name Rema, made a triumphant return to his roots with…
Victor Osimhen’s Future in Limbo As Chelsea, PSG, and Al Ahli Deals Collapse
Victor Osimhen, the star striker for Napoli, faces an uncertain future as his relationship with the Italian club…
How #EndBadGovernance Protest Cost DSS, NIA Bosses Their Jobs
The recent resignations of Yusuf Bichi, the former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and Ahmed…
“Admitting Hardship While Buying Private Jets, living lavishly a Leadership Failure” – Gov. Duke Blasts Tinubu
Former Cross River State Governor Donald Duke, in a recent interview on Channels TV’s “Inside Sources” program, criticized…
Six Dead, Three Injured in Tragic Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Accident
A fatal road accident along the Ogere axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway claimed the lives of six people…
Presidential Fleet: 200 Families Displaced as NAF Demolishes Houses
Over 200 families in Nuwalege, a rural community near the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, have been…
Why Cement Prices Remain High – BUA Chairman
AbdulSamad Rabiu, Chairman of BUA Cement, revealed challenges in maintaining lower cement prices, blaming dealers and market factors…
DSS Freezes 20 Bank Accounts of Suspected Female Terrorist
The Department of State Services (DSS) has obtained an order from the Federal High Court in Abuja to…
Gunmen Attack Ogbaru Local Government Headquarters in Anambra
Gunmen, on Friday, attacked Ogbaru Local Government Area secretariat in Anambra State, causing significant damage to buildings and…
Rufai Oseni Counters Remi Tinubu on Budget for First Lady’s Office
Arise News’ Rufai Oseni, has publicly countered the claims made by Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, regarding the…
NLC Prepares Nationwide Peaceful Procession as President Joe Ajaero Faces Police Interrogation
Joe Ajaero, President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), is set to honor a police summons concerning allegations…
Mohbad’s Family Urges IG to Disband Police Team Investigating Singer’s Death
The family of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has formally requested that the Inspector General…
University of Lagos In Darkness as Eko DisCo Cuts Power Over Unpaid N300 Million Debt
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has been left without electricity after Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) disconnected the…
Bode George, Atiku Abubakar Clash Over 2027 Presidential Ambitions
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Bode George, has urged former Vice President…
Nurse Arrested As Woman Dies After Giving Her Buttocks Enlargement Injection
A nurse has been taken into custody following the death of a 36-year-old woman, identified as Mrs. Abiola,…
Akwa Ibom Police Commissioner, Waheed Ayilara, Passes Away After Brief Illness
Waheed Ayilara, the Commissioner of Police for Akwa Ibom State, has died. Ayilara passed away early this morning…
FG Approves 50% Electricity Subsidy for Public Hospitals
Nigeria’s Federal Government has approved a 50% electricity subsidy for public hospitals across the nation. This decision, announced…
Atiku Criticizes New 18-Year Admission Policy, Likens Tinubu to a “Lost Sailor”
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the recent policy announced by the Federal Ministry of Education,…
Federal High Court Orders 30-Day Detention for Police Officer, 19 Others Over Alleged Terrorism
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) permission to detain a police…
BREAKING: NCC Sets Final Deadline for SIM-NIN Linkage
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a final deadline for the mandatory verification and linkage of all…
Mass Protests Sweep Canada as 70,000 International Students Face Deportation
Protests have erupted across Canada as tens of thousands of international students take to the streets to oppose…
JUST IN: ASUU, FG Meeting Adjourned Till September 6
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have agreed to reconvene for…
Prominent APC Founding Member Resigns from Party
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has faced a significant setback in Anambra State as Chief George Moghalu, a…
No Timeline Yet For Merging Government Agencies, Says Tinubu’s Chief of Staff
Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, has stated that there is currently no specific…
Peter Obi, Alex Otti to Hold Labour Party Stakeholders Meeting in Umuahia
Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and Alex Otti, the Governor of Abia State,…
Jailed Ex-Deputy Senate President Ekweremadu in Fresh Trouble in the UK as New Case Emerges
Former Nigerian Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, who is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for human trafficking,…
NAFDAC DG Refutes Claims of Advising Nigerians to Avoid Bread
The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Moji Adeyeye, has…
INEC Reports Over 125,000 New PVCs Collected in Edo State Within Five Days
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 125,928 new Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) have been collected…
Alleged Terrorism Financing: Police Grill NLC Chairman, Ajaero Today
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, is set to appear before the Nigerian Police…
Johann Rupert Surpasses Aliko Dangote to Become Africa’s Richest Person
South African billionaire Johann Rupert has overtaken Nigerian business magnate Aliko Dangote as Africa’s wealthiest individual. According to…
Interpol Arrest Over 300 in Major Crackdown on Nigeria’s Black Axe Cybercrime Syndicate
Interpol has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against global cybercrime by arresting over 300 individuals linked…