In a significant development for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has commenced the loading of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. This marks a major milestone in the country’s efforts to boost local fuel production and reduce dependency on imports. Read More…
A devastating fire has gutted the Oko Baba plank market in the Ebute Metta area of Lagos State. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) are currently attending to the fire outbreak. An X user, Adedeji Olalekan, shared updates on the incident, tweeting, “Okobaba Street is on Read More…
The Nigerian Immigration Service briefly detained Omoyele Sowore, the convener of the #RevolutionNow Movement, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Sunday, immediately upon his return to Nigeria. This incident occurred as members of the Take It Back Movement and other activists gathered at the airport in anticipation of his arrival. Sowore, who had Read More…
At least 64 people are feared dead following a tragic boat accident on a river in Zamfara State, northwest Nigeria, local officials confirmed on Saturday. The incident occurred when a wooden boat carrying 70 farmers capsized while transporting them across the river near Gummi town. Local authorities, led by Aminu Nuhu Falale, swiftly mobilized residents Read More…
In a thrilling weekend of football, Harry Kane stole the spotlight with a clinical hat-trick as Bayern Munich demolished newly promoted Holstein Kiel 6-1. “We got off to a great start, took the early lead to make it 1-0 and then just added to it,” said Bayern captain Manuel Neuer. Kane’s treble, including a powerful Read More…
The bustling streets of Lagos have come to a near standstill as a severe fuel shortage continues to grip the city. From Ejigbo to Surulere, residents are facing long queues and empty petrol stations, exacerbating the daily struggles of millions. “I drove for hours and couldn’t find a single station selling petrol,” said Chinedu Okeke, Read More…
In a recent conference held by the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in London, the Nigerian government faced accusations of human rights abuses. The allegations were made by the TUC leader, who claimed that Nigeria had violated human rights. However, the Nigerian government has categorically denied these claims, stating that they are unfounded and based on Read More…
In a thrilling encounter at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda, the Nigerian Super Eagles were held to a 0-0 draw by the Rwandan national team in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification match. The match, which took place on September 10, 2024, saw both teams battling fiercely for crucial points in Group D. Read More…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has received high praise from the World Bank for the significant transformation his administration has achieved in the state over the past five years. The commendation was delivered by the Bank’s Country Director in Nigeria, Mr. Ndiama Diop, during a courtesy visit to the Governor at the State House in Read More…
The Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Enforcement Agency has apprehended four individuals suspected to be linked to the August 13 attack on a Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) bus. The announcement was made by the Chairman of the Agency, Mr. Tayo Akerele, during a press briefing in Lagos. The bus, which was traveling from Orile-Iganmu to Alaba Read More…