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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.

Ogheye: Ocean Swallows Homes, Flood Drives Families From Classrooms
Children, women and elderly residents of Ogheye, an Itsekiri riverine community in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State, are battling ocean surge and flooding that have destroyed homes and left displaced families without shelter.

Family Demands Justice for ‘Biggie’, PalmPay Agent in Abraka Three Weeks After Death
Family and friends of Justin Azubuike Ewofobe, popularly known as “Biggie,” are calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, raising concerns over what they describe as a lack of progress in the police investigation into the incident.

Hon. Arthur Okolosi Sworn In as Udu State Constituency Representative in Delta Assembly
Hon. Arthur Okolosi has been sworn in as the new member representing Udu State Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly.

Bayelsa kicks off 30th anniversary with Ijaw language, sports events
Bayelsa State has commenced activities marking the 30th anniversary of its creation with an Ijaw Language Awareness programme and sporting events in Yenagoa.

Urhobo PGs Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori, APC Candidates Ahead of 2027 Elections.
The Forum of Presidents-General of the 24 Urhobo Kingdoms has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as its preferred candidates, while declaring support for other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Sanwo-Olu Seeks Global Funding for Lagos Renewable Energy Projects
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called for stronger global partnerships and improved access to financing to accelerate renewable energy development in Lagos and across Africa.

Udu By-Election: Delta Restricts Movement Saturday
The restriction is aimed at ensuring a safe, peaceful and orderly electoral environment, as well as protecting voters and sensitive election materials.