The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has refuted claims circulating in some media outlets that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery, which resumed operations two months ago, has been shut down. According to NNPC Ltd., the refinery is fully operational and preparations for the day’s loading operation are currently ongoing. Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Read More…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic incident at the Children’s FunFair in Ibadan, which resulted in the loss of numerous young lives and left many injured. The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Oyo State, as well as to the grieving families who have lost Read More…
In the true spirit of the holiday season, Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage has announced a series of cash giveaways to her fans, aiming to spread joy and relief during these challenging times. The award-winning artist, known for her hit songs and charismatic performances, has taken to Instagram Live to surprise her followers with this Read More…
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), under the leadership of Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has proposed a new law aimed at regulating the activities of crypto influencers. The law, set to take effect on June 30, 2025, requires all crypto platforms or Virtual Assets Service Providers (VASPs) to obtain a license from the SEC before Read More…
President Bola Tinubu has presented the 2025 national budget, totaling N47.96 trillion, to the National Assembly. This budget, themed the “Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace and Rebuilding Prosperity,” aims to address key areas such as defence, infrastructure, health, and education. In his address, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of collective effort in rewriting Nigeria’s narrative. Read More…
In the wake of the controversy sparked by Kemi Badenoch’s recent comments about Nigeria, former Nigerian Finance Minister and British citizen, Kemi Adeosun, has voiced her opinion on the matter. Adeosun, who resigned from her position in 2018 amid a certificate scandal, took to her Facebook page to share a picture with the caption, “Leave Read More…
In a tale of extraordinary bravery and tactical brilliance, a 2021 mission by five operatives of the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Service (SBS) in Zamfara has been brought to light. The mission, described as a perilous reconnaissance along the infamous Zamfara-Katsina road — nicknamed the “devil’s road” — showcased the SBS’s resolve against insurmountable odds. Read More…
The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja experienced significant disruption on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, after an Allied Air cargo plane skidded off the runway. The incident led to the temporary closure of the airport, causing widespread flight delays and cancellations. According to reports, the plane, with registration number 5N-JRT, veered off the runway during Read More…
The debate surrounding Nigeria’s Value Added Tax (VAT) sharing formula has deepened following the recent clarification by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee. In a press statement, Oyedele responded to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s (RMAFC) position on the proposed VAT distribution formula, emphasizing the need for Read More…
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 Lagos State elections, has hinted at another potential run for the state’s top job. In a recent interview, Rhodes-Vivour expressed his intention to remain active in politics and learn from past experiences. “By God’s grace, we are working,” Rhodes-Vivour said. “We are learning from our Read More…
