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Akpabio Seeks To Overturn Court Ruling Over Natasha’s Suspension Saga
The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has taken his fight over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to the Supreme Court, seeking to overturn a ruling by the Court of Appeal that struck out the Federal Government’s brief of argument in the appeal. It was gathered in Abuja, yesterday, that the Senate President’s legal team is seeking the Supreme Court’s intervention...
Dangote Refinery Launches Petrol At ₦739/litre Via MRS Stations
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sales of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at a pump price of ₦739 per litre across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations. This move represents a significant milestone in the refinery’s mission to deliver affordable fuel to Nigerians and stabilize the downstream petroleum market. With over 2,000 MRS stations nationwide, the new pricing is...
NCC Faults Poor Telecom Services, Calls For Improvement
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has read the riot acts to telecom operators in the country to step up their services or incur the wrath of the regulator. The commission’s riot act may not be unconnected with the persistent complaints from subscribers that the operators have been giving them epileptic telecom services since the yuletide. However, to prove the seriousness of...
“Visa Restrictions To Address US-Nigeria Security Concerns” – Envoy
The United States’ Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, says the recent visa restrictions announced by the U.S. government are designed to strengthen security procedures and are not actions targeted at Nigerians. Mills gave the clarification at a news conference on Sunday in Abuja during the visit of a U.S. Congressional Delegation (CODEL) to Nigeria. He said the presidential proclamation, which would...
“Bandits, Criminals Will Face Intense Military Pressure In 2026” – Guards Brigade
The Commander, Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brig.-Gen. Adebisi Onasanya, has warned that bandits and criminal elements operating within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs will face sustained and intensified military pressure in 2026. Onasanya declared that they will not find the area conducive for criminal activities. He gave the assurance on Saturday in Abuja while speaking with journalists at...
“Nigeria’s Case Against DR Congo Fielding Ineligible Players ‘Very Tight’’ – Dikko
The Super Eagles case against DR Congo fielding several ineligible players in a 2026 World Cup Playoffs is “very tight”, according to the chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC). Nigeria have now asked FIFA to throw out DRC from the World Cup qualifiers because they did not follow the rules in clearing some of their players to feature for...
Borno Police Command Deploy Special Squads Ahead of Tinubu’s Visit
Tactical teams, surveillance squads, and operatives of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit are some of the special operatives deployed by Borno State Police Command ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s visit today. This was revealed in a statement issued, Saturday, by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso. He also said there would be temporary vehicular restrictions and diversions in some...
NNPC Slashes Petrol Pump Price to ₦835/Litre Amid Intensifying Competition from Dangote Refinery
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, to around ₦835 per litre in major cities, marking the third price cut this month. This latest adjustment sees prices drop from ₦915 per litre, with specific NNPCL stations in Lagos selling at ₦838–₦840 per litre (e.g., Igando, Lekki,...
Tinubu’s Administration Promises To Wipe-out Terrorist, Sponsors
President Bola Tinubu has vowed that his administration will show no mercy to terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and their sponsors. He also declared a renewed offensive against violent crime as part of a sweeping reset of the country’s security architecture. Tinubu made the pledge while presenting the N58.18tn 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly on Friday. Hours earlier,...
Church Proud of Senator Orji Kalu’s Service to Humanity — Bishop Eke
Bishop Silas Eke has said Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s conduct during the recent budget presentation by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, where he offered prayers for the nation, clearly reflects his strong Christian faith and commitment to Nigeria. According to the cleric, the lawmaker has remained a patriotic Nigerian who loves his country and his religion in equal measure, describing him...
