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Shettima Calls on North to Back Tinubu’s Second-Term Bid
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on northern political leaders and citizens to rally behind President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election, insisting that another four years under the current administration should not be a source of concern for the region.
Seplat Combines Reforestation With Jobs For Host Communities
Beyond restoring degraded lands, Seplat Energy Plc is creating economic opportunities for host communities, with more than 350 residents engaged in activities linked to its tree-planting initiative, which targets one million trees by 2030.
Wike Assures Qatar Over Embassy Land Dispute, Seeks Abuja-Doha Partnership
He said partnerships with international organisations could complement the administration’s efforts to improve public infrastructure and social services.
Eworitsemogha Community Demands Rights from Conoil, Gives 14-Day Ultimatum
“Eworitsemogha Is an Oil Producing Community. We Demand Our Lawful Host-Community Rights,” “We Are Not Against Oil Production. We Demand Responsible Partnership With Our Community”.
Oyibode Assents to Bye-Law on Proper Naming of Locations in Udu
The Chairman of Udu Local Government Area, Chief Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP, has assented to a bye-law aimed at addressing improper naming of locations and improving the identification of places across the council area.
Oborevwori Commissions Oghareki Technical College, Orders Renovation of Dilapidated Schools
“If they have an issue there, scope it. We are capable of doing it”
NNPC Clarifies Petrol Discount Sales…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has clarified its petrol discount offer, announcing that the N66 per litre reduction will remain in place until October 31, 2026.
FG Targets Transport Costs With 30-Day Petrol Discount at NNPC Stations
The Federal Government has announced a 30-day petrol discount at NNPC filling stations, with public transport operators to receive priority under the arrangement.
“Fuel Subsidy Is Not Coming Back” — Onanuga Insists
“That is the regime this administration ended in 2023, and it is not coming back”
Three Arrested as AAU Lecturer Dies in Ekpoma Hotel
Three persons have been arrested following the death of Dr. Matthew Uwuigbe, a senior lecturer at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, after he was found unresponsive in a hotel room in the town.
Shettima Announces Plan for National Food and Nutrition Bill
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced plans to accelerate work on a National Food and Nutrition Bill aimed at strengthening funding, accountability and continuity in Nigeria’s efforts to tackle malnutrition.
NCAA, Air Force Form Joint Committee on Aviation Safety
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Nigeria Air Force (NAF) are set to work more closely on aviation safety following a meeting between the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke.
Shettima Heads Nigerian Delegation to Ethiopia for Nutrition Exchange
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Addis Ababa to lead Nigeria’s participation in a government-to-government exchange with Ethiopia on improving nutrition outcomes.
INEC Reaffirms Commitment to Credible 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians and the international community of its commitment to neutrality and the integrity of the ballot as the countdown to the 2027 General Election reaches 100 days.
Ogidi Trial: Usman Nuhu Reportedly Faints in Court as Prosecution Opens Case
The trial of former Assistant Superintendent of Police, Usman Nuhu, and four other police officers accused in connection with the death of 28-year-old Oghenemine Ogidi, popularly known as OG Million, took a dramatic turn on Tuesday as Nuhu reportedly fainted during proceedings.
Trans-Forcados Oil Spill: Oborevwori Orders Medical Screening, Cleanup in 216 Affected Communities
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has ordered the immediate deployment of medical teams to communities affected by the Trans-Forcados pipeline oil spill, as the number of impacted communities rises from an initial 86 to 216.
Lagos Opens West Africa’s Largest Land Information Archive
Lagos State has unveiled a new central facility for storing and managing land records as the state moves to strengthen the use of data in planning and administering one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities.
Refinery Support Staff Shut Warri, Port Harcourt Refineries Over Welfare
Support staff of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries on Monday shut the entrances to the facilities and embarked on peaceful protests over poor remuneration, denial of workers’ benefits and delay in implementing a new salary package.