IPOB Dismisses Court Ruling, Accuses Judiciary Of Bias Against Kanu

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has condemned the ruling of Justice James Omotosho, which directed its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, to provide explanations on certain issues related to his ongoing terrorism trial. In a strongly worded statement issued by its spokesperson,

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

Economy

Biometric Screening In Katsina Uncovers 3,488 “Ghost Workers,” Recovers N4.6 Million From Payroll

In a bold move to sanitize local government finances, a Biometric Screening Committee conducting audits across the 34 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Education Authorities (LEAs) in Katsina State has identified 3,488 unqualified or fraudulent employees from the payroll, recovering a

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September 28, 2025

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Tinubu Urges NDA Graduands To Protect Nigeria’s Economy Against Insurgency Threats

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on new military officers to take up the mantle of defending Nigeria’s economic integrity, warning that unchecked security threats could push the country into collapse. The president delivered the charge Saturday during the combined passing-out parade

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

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Abure Attacked At Abuja Airport, Mama P Counters With Assault Claims

The Labour Party (LP) has condemned what it described as an “anti-democratic incident” after its National Chairman, Julius Abure, was allegedly physically assaulted by activist Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama P, at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The altercation, according

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

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We Will Consider Defection Talk If Fubara Reaches Out, Says Duru

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has signalled that it would be open to negotiating a possible defection by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, but only if he formally approaches the party. This was stated by APC National Publicity Secretary Caleb Duru on

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

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PDP Holds Cross River Congress Amid Heavy Security, Defies NWC Suspension

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Cross River State on Saturday defied the National Working Committee (NWC) by proceeding with its long-anticipated congress, which took place under heavy security surveillance. Despite the NWC’s directive suspending the exercise, the State Working Committee (SWC),

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

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Sowore Promising Nigerians Incentives To Protest Against Wike In USA, Minister’s Aide Alleges

The Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Lere Olayinka, has alleged that human rights activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, is offering financial incentives and travel benefits to mobilise Nigerians for

by News Editor

September 28, 2025

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NCS Exempts 4% Levy On Raw Materials, Machinery, Spare Parts To Boost Industry

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the exemption of raw materials, spare parts and certain machinery from the four percent Free on Board (FOB) levy, in what it described as a move to ease production costs and stimulate critical sectors of

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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PENGASSAN Orders Cut-Off Of Fuel, Gas Supply To Dangote Refinery Amid Industrial Dispute

The ongoing industrial dispute between Dangote Petroleum Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) escalated sharply on Saturday, as the union directed seven of its branches to sever crude oil and gas supplies to the $20

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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Dangote Refinery Suspends Petrol Sales In Naira, Cites Depletion Of Crude-for-Naira Allocation

Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has abruptly suspended the sale of petrol in the naira, notifying its customers that the new policy will take effect beginning Sunday, September 28, 2025. The move has sent ripples through Nigeria’s downstream sector, as marketers and

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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New Rift Erupts In PDP As Anyanwu, Damagum Trade Conflicting Letters To INEC

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing renewed internal turmoil as National Chairman Umar Damagum and National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu have sent contradictory instructions to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the timing of party congresses in three states. In

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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Cut the Noose Around Dangote Refinery

Let’s be clear, Aliko Dangote is not running a charity. He is a businessman. His $20 billion refinery project is, first and foremost, a business designed to be profitable, enhance market power, and gain a toehold in the global oil value chain.

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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NNPC Revenue Rises To N4.65 Trillion In August Despite Production Dip

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has reported that its cumulative revenue reached N4.655 trillion by August 2025, up from N4.406 trillion in July, even as production of crude oil and natural gas dipped due to scheduled maintenance activities. In

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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Gateway International Airport Takes Off with Abuja Route Launch

Ogun State’s newly built Gateway International Airport in Iperu is poised to commence commercial flight operations on the Abuja route beginning October 7, 2025, with Nigerian carrier ValueJet scheduled to launch twice-weekly service between the airport and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

News·Politics

Fubara Dissolves Rivers Pension Board Inaugurated By Ibas

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has approved the immediate dissolution of the Rivers State Pensions Board (RSPB), which had been recently inaugurated by the former sole administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd). The board had been inaugurated on September 12 by Ibas

by News Editor

September 27, 2025

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IPOB Dismisses Court Ruling, Accuses Judiciary Of Bias Against Kanu

Biometric Screening In Katsina Uncovers 3,488 “Ghost Workers,” Recovers N4.6 Million From Payroll

Tinubu Urges NDA Graduands To Protect Nigeria’s Economy Against Insurgency Threats

Abure Attacked At Abuja Airport, Mama P Counters With Assault Claims

We Will Consider Defection Talk If Fubara Reaches Out, Says Duru

PDP Holds Cross River Congress Amid Heavy Security, Defies NWC Suspension

Sowore Promising Nigerians Incentives To Protest Against Wike In USA, Minister’s Aide Alleges

NCS Exempts 4% Levy On Raw Materials, Machinery, Spare Parts To Boost Industry

PENGASSAN Orders Cut-Off Of Fuel, Gas Supply To Dangote Refinery Amid Industrial Dispute

Dangote Refinery Suspends Petrol Sales In Naira, Cites Depletion Of Crude-for-Naira Allocation

New Rift Erupts In PDP As Anyanwu, Damagum Trade Conflicting Letters To INEC

Cut the Noose Around Dangote Refinery

NNPC Revenue Rises To N4.65 Trillion In August Despite Production Dip

Gateway International Airport Takes Off with Abuja Route Launch

Fubara Dissolves Rivers Pension Board Inaugurated By Ibas

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