Senate Plans Bill for Annual June 12 Presidential Address
The Senate says it is considering a legislative move to institutionalise a presidential address every June 12, in recognition of the day’s historical significance. The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, disclosed this in an interview with reporters on Tuesday, stating that the Senate is hoping to prepare a bill to formalise the President’s speech […]
FG’s Savings After Petrol Subsidy Removal Surge By Over 500%
The Federal Government’s first quarter 2025 savings following the removal of petrol subsidies increased by more than 500% compared to previous periods, according to data released by the National Orientation Agency (NOA). The Agency, in its newly released report titled “Two Years Later: Key Benefits of Subsidy Removal”, noted that the subsidy removal has led […]
Six Depot Owners Cut Petrol Prices Amid Market Competition
Six depot owners in Nigeria have reduced petrol (PMS) prices as competition intensifies in the downstream oil sector. The companies—Emadeb, First Royal, MENJ, Aiteo, Pinnacle, and Hyde—cut prices by varying margins. Emadeb dropped from N903 to N827 per litre, while First Royal moved from N828 to N826. Other adjustments include: According to Petroleumprice.ng, further price […]
Trump Expands US Travel Ban to Nationals of 12 Countries
U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Wednesday banning the nationals of 12 countries from entering the United States, saying the move was needed to protect against “foreign terrorists” and other security threats. The directive is part of an immigration crackdown Trump launched this year at the start of his second term, which has […]
EFCC Declares Two Suspects Wanted in N1 Billion Crypto Scam
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared two suspects wanted in connection with the alleged N1 billion cryptocurrency scam linked to Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX). In a notice shared via its official X account, yesterday, the commission identified the wanted persons as Folashade Odelana and Bamidele Ayodele Abiodun. The anti-graft agency urged members […]
Shettima Pledges Federal Support for Mokwa Flood Victims
Vice President Kashim Shettima assured the people of Mokwa, Niger State, of the Federal Government’s full support in recovering from recent devastating floods. During a visit on Wednesday representing President Bola Tinubu, Shettima announced N2 billion in aid and 20 trucks of grains to assist flood-affected residents. Conveying the President’s condolences, Shettima emphasized Tinubu’s solidarity […]
Iwobi Leads Nigerians in CIES Top 300 Ranking
The CIES Football Observatory has listed four Nigerian players—Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Calvin Bassey, and Alex Iwobi—among the 300 most influential footballers globally for the 2024/25 season. Lookman ranked 48th worldwide and 10th among attacking midfielders, following a prolific season at Atalanta. With 15 goals, five assists, and a Europa League final hat-trick, the African […]
Army Appoints Idris as Sudan’s PM as RSF Plans Rival Government
Sudan’s new Prime MinisterKamil Idris has dissolved the country’s caretaker government. State news agency SUNA which reported this, did not specify when a new government, the first since war broke out between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, would be announced. Idris was appointed by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan’s head […]
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to Appear in Court Tuesday
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday in response to a summons. Her lead counsel, West Idahosa (SAN), confirmed her appearance but noted uncertainty over whether the Federal Government intends to formally arraign her that day. He emphasized that Akpoti-Uduaghan, as a law-abiding citizen, will comply with […]
Anambra Police Recover Stolen Cars and Weapons
The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended three suspected armed robbers and recovered two vehicles allegedly stolen by the gang. In a statement issued on Monday in Awka, the Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the suspects were captured by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) based in Awkuzu. The arrest took place on May 30 […]
