Xenophobia: Nigeria Evacuates 105 More From South Africa
The Federal Government has evacuated another 105 distressed Nigerians from South Africa, raising the number of Nigerians brought home since …
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MURIC Condemns NMDPRA for Importing Fresh 830000 tonnes of Petrol
A civil rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has condemned the importation of 830,000 tonnes of petrol …
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Tinubu To UN: We Can’t Rule 2026 World With 1945 Distribution of Power
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed calls for a radical shake-up of the United Nations (UN), insisting that reforms must …
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Barau Urges ECOWAS to Learn from Nigeria Herder- Farmer Conflict As Over 3m Remain Displaced
The Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate and First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Economic Community of West …
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Judge Directs White House To Restore CNN, MS NOW, Politico Access
A federal judge has ordered the President Donald Trump’s administration to immediately restore CNN, MS NOW and Politico’s access to …
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Lagos Seals Church, Hotels, Nightclub, Nine Others Over Noise Pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed 12 establishments, including a church, hotels and a nightclub, following alleged …
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Ogun State, DP World Sign MoU on Deep Sea Port as Tinubu Assures Investors of Regulatory Clarity in Paris
L-R: Yuvraj Narayan, Group Chief Executive Officer, DP World and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, at the signing of the $7bn-plus MoUs for the Gateway Deep Sea Port and Blue Marine Special Economic Zone in Paris, France. Thursday, September 24, 2026. President Bola Tinubu has assured domestic and foreign investors that the Federal Government would continue to provide regulatory clarity, policy stability and a predictable business environment to support long-term investment in Nigeria. The President spoke in Paris, France, at the signing of Memoranda of Understanding between the Ogun State Government and DP World, one of the world’s leading ports and logistics operators, to develop the Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone and the Gateway Deep Seaport. Governor …
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Tinubu Hails $800m Ima Gas FID As Nigeria Unlocks Five Decade- Old Gas Resource
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the $800 million Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Ima Gas Project, marking another major milestone in his administration’s drive to unlock Nigeria’s vast gas resources for investment, industrialisation, job creation and economic prosperity. Developed by Nigerian independent AMNI International in partnership with TotalEnergies, the Ima Gas Project is expected to produce about 300 million standard cubic feet of gas per day at peak. The Ima gas resource, located offshore in OMLs 112 and 117, was discovered in 1973 but remained undeveloped for more than five decades. Despite its significant reserves and potential as a source of feedgas for Nigeria LNG Limited, the resource remained underground and unable to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economy. The …
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NMDPRA Threatens to Revoke Fuel Marketers Licence Over Under-Dispensing
From Victor Osula, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has tightened its regulatory grip on petroleum marketers, threatening to revoke the licences of fuel stations caught under-dispensing products to consumers as it moves simultaneously to curb anti-competitive practices across the industry. The latest measures signal a tougher enforcement posture by the Authority, with retail outlets being placed on notice that inaccurate dispensing of petroleum products will no longer be treated as a minor operational breach. In an industry circular issued from the headquarters in Abuja, NMDPRA directed operators of retail outlets to immediately calibrate and verify their dispensing equipment and totalisers to ensure that consumers receive the full quantity of petroleum products for which they pay …
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Dangote Refinery, Marketers Cut Petrol Price To ₦1,325 as Crude Fall Below $100
Following the drop in international crude oil prices, Dangote Petroleum Refinery and several petroleum marketers have reduced petrol prices at major depots. Dangote cut its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) price from ₦1,350 to ₦1,325 per litre, a ₦25 reduction, while several other depots in Lagos also lowered their prices. The latest adjustments came as Brent crude fell below $100 per barrel, with the benchmark dropping to $99.77, while West Texas Intermediate declined $1.20, or 1.30 percent, to $91.17 per barrel, according to market data. Data from Petroleumprice.ng showed that Ascon, Integrated, Pinnacle and Sahara reduced their Lagos depot prices by about ₦24 per litre, with prices ranging from ₦1,326 to ₦1,327. MRS cut its price by ₦20 to ₦1,332 per …
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Nigeria, US Shipping: Maersk, MSC, Pil, Others Welcome Removal Entry Condition
Some International Shipping Lines operating in the Nigerian maritime environment, namely Maersk, Pacific International Lines, and Mediterranean Shipping Company, have applauded the decision of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to lift the 12-year Condition of Entry imposed on vessels originating from Nigerian ports and destined for the United States. These shipping companies variously described the removal of the restriction as proof of the improved security situation in the Nigerian maritime environment capable of stimulating more businesses between Nigeria and the United States. Reacting to the development, one of the world’s largest shipping companies, Maersk noted that the removal of the Condition of Entry on Nigeria by the United States Coast Guard would further strengthen Nigeria’s position in global shipping …
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Dan Orbih: How Are the Mighty Fallen?, By Tony Iyare
“How are the mighty fallen and the weapons of war perished” was David’s lament of the killing of King Saul …
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A Reflection on Geometric Power’s Laudation of Abia Government, By C. Don Adinuba
Geometric Power’s laudation last week of the Abia State government for its efforts to ensure reliable power supply in its …
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2027: Moghalu Rejects Role As Atiku Unveils ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Appoints El-Rufai Deputy Chair, Akobundu DG
From Victor Osula, Abuja Former Central Bank Deputy Governor, Prof. Kingsley Moghalu, has rejected his inclusion as a contributor to …
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Bookclub: Truth, Trust, and the Future of Journalism in Nigeria
Continued from yesterday & concluded Publishers: Premium Times Books and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (2026) Editors: Chinyere Stella Okunna, …
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IGP Disu’s Imo Visit: From Community Partnership to Accountability
The operational visit of Inspector-General of the Nigeria Police Force, Olatunji Disu Tunji Disu to the Imo Police Command on …
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Bookclub: Truth, Trust, and the Future of Journalism in Nigeria (1)
BOOK REVIEW Title: Truth, Trust, and the Future of Journalism in Nigeria Publishers: Premium Times Books and the Nigerian Guild …
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EFCC Declares Ex-Pension Boss Maina Wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared former Chairman of the Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, Abdulrasheed Abdullahi …
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Ex- Human Rights Commission Chair, Odinkalu Raises Constitutional Red Flag Over Tinubu’s Prolonged Absence
From Victor Osula, Abuja The former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Professor Chidi Odinkalu, has raised a …
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Lagos Seals Church, Hotels, Nightclub, Nine Others Over Noise Pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed 12 establishments, including a church, hotels and a nightclub, following alleged …
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Foreign Policy: A New Focus for Nigeria, By Babafemi Ojudu
I grew up knowing what Nigeria stood for in the world. I came of age when our opposition to apartheid …
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