The scarcity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) has worsened in Kaduna state, with pump prices reaching ₦1,100 per liter. Residents are urging the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to resolve the supply issues. Similar shortages have hit Lagos, Abuja, and other states, with ex-depot prices up to ₦700 per […]
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Police present N43m cheques to families of deceased officers
The Police Command in Cross River has disbursed N43 million to the families of 17 officers who died on duty. State Commissioner of Police Gyogon Grimah presented the cheques in Calabar, aligning with the welfare program initiated by Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, which supports serving, retired, and deceased personnel. […]
On Foreign News, Israel military tells Gaza City residents to leave
On Foreign News, The Israeli military has instructed all residents of Gaza City to evacuate south to the central Gaza Strip, citing intensified operations in the north. Leaflets have been dropped, indicating safe routes to shelters in Deir al-Balah and al-Zawaida. The UN has expressed deep concern over these evacuation […]
Just in: Food prices to crash in 180 days – Agric Minister
In response to nationwide protests against hunger, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Sen Abubakar Kyari announced measures to reduce food prices within 180 days. Kyari shared on his X account that the government will introduce a 150-day duty-free import window for essential food commodities such as maize, rice, wheat, and […]
Tinubu swears in 8 new Perm Secs, presides over FEC
President Bola Tinubu today, swore in eight new Federal Permanent Secretaries, filling existing and impending vacancies. The ceremony took place before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The swearing-in, conducted in two batches, featured the recitation of the new appointees’ citations. The cabinet members […]
It’s ungrateful to reply ‘seen’ after financial help, says actor Kanayo
Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O Kanayo, popularly known as KOK has expressed displeasure with what he perceives as a lack of gratitude from people who receive financial favors. In an online video, Kanayo criticized the response of “seen” after receiving money, calling it a sign of ungratefulness. He blamed this […]
Nigeria’s ISPs shrink to 242 as struggling operators fail to renew licence
The number of active Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in Nigeria has declined from 252 in May to 242 in July, as operators whose licenses expired failed to renew them. According to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), 12 ISPs relinquished their licenses in June, even as two new firms, Sulfman Consulting […]
NAFDAC confiscates N20 million worth of fake products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confiscated substandard, falsified and banned agrochemicals worth over 20 million Naira in major markets across Sokoto State. NAFDAC disclosed that the operation, conducted by its Investigation and Enforcement/Federal Task Force, led to the seizure of cartons of endocoton […]
Senators Say Due Process Should Be Followed In Proposed Scrapping of NFVCB
The Senate has urged the Federal Government to follow due process in the proposed scrapping of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB). The move aims to cut governance costs by implementing the Steve Oronsaye committee report, which recommends merging ministries and agencies. During a debate on Tuesday, Senator […]
Reps Ask Government To Suspend Samoa Agreement
The controversy over the Samoa Agreement has taken a new turn as the House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to suspend the Samoa Agreement’s implementation until all contentious clauses are addressed. This follows a motion sponsored by 88 members, including Aliyu Madaki, who raised concerns about the agreement’s […]