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Nigerians may soon face another round of fuel and diesel price increases as the Federal Government (FG) and the House of Representatives intensify efforts to enforce a 5% road user charge on petroleum products. This development, discussed during a recent investigative hearing by the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee in Abuja, has sparked widespread concern…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has publicly branded former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, a “failed politician” who is “hungry for power, not food.” The provocative statement, delivered with Wike’s characteristic bluntness, has reignited discussions about the deep-seated tensions between these two political heavyweights, whose rivalry has shaped the political landscape of…
In a vibrant celebration of faith and cultural unity, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays to commemorate Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar. This announcement, made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, underscores the government’s…
Polarizing rapper Darlington Okoye, popularly known as Speed Darlington, finds himself at the center of a legal storm. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has summoned the artist to its Abuja headquarters following a viral Instagram Live video in which he allegedly claimed to have engaged in sexual relations with…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has issued a stern warning to popular auto dealer and content creator, Sarkin Mota, over a viral video that has stirred conversations about wealth, aspiration, and the economic realities faced by civil servants. The video, which features Sarkin Mota engaging with the AI system of a sleek Mercedes-Benz 2023 C300,…
The Federal University of Technology Students’ Union (FUTSUG) has issued a fervent call to action, rallying students, faculty, and stakeholders to stand united against a grave injustice that has rocked the university community. In a press release issued at 04:42 PM CAT on Sunday, June 1, 2025, the union detailed a shocking incident of harassment…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again appealed to Nigerians to endure the challenges of his administration’s sweeping economic reforms, promising that the nation is on the cusp of brighter days. Speaking at the inauguration of the ambitious Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on Sunday, Tinubu acknowledged the hardships faced by citizens but insisted that his policies…
As the world continues to navigate the evolving landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new variant has emerged on the global stage, raising eyebrows and prompting swift action from health authorities. The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially classified NB.1.8.1, a subvariant of the Omicron lineage, as a “variant under monitoring” due to its rapid…
The Ekiti State House of Assembly is forging ahead with a groundbreaking bill to ban single-use plastics across the state. This initiative, which has already passed its first reading, signals a bold step toward addressing the growing menace of plastic pollution, a pressing issue that has contributed to flooding, clogged waterways, and environmental hazards in…
In a swift and compassionate response to one of the most devastating natural disasters to hit Niger State in recent times, President Bola Tinubu has mandated the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other relevant agencies to expedite rescue and relief operations for victims of the catastrophic floods that have ravaged Mokwa and surrounding areas….
