Lagos Launches E-Call-Up System for Trucks on Lekki-Epe Corridor
The Lagos State Government said the rising traffic from articulated trucks on the Lekki-Epe corridor has prompted enforcement of a technology-based electronic call-up system. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, disclosed that enforcement of the e-call-up system will begin from today, Monday, June 16, to manage truck movement in the affected corridor. The Lekki-Epe […]
Nigeria Police Recover Stolen Abuja Cars in Ghana, Niger
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the recovery of several vehicles stolen in Abuja and smuggled across borders to Ghana and Niger Republic, following coordinated international operations with INTERPOL. In a statement issued during the weekend by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police said the operations were executed through the INTERPOL National […]
Dangote Refinery Offers Marketers Free Delivery Of Petrol, Diesel
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced the free distribution of petrol and diesel to marketers, dealers, and other large users across the country. In a statement on Sunday, the Lagos-based refinery said the initiative would commence on August 15, 2025. The refinery also said it has procured 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered tankers for take-off […]
Only Survivor of Air India Crash Recounts Escape Before Explosion
Lone Survivor of Air India Crash Describes Terrifying Escape Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 40-year-old British national, has emerged as the only known survivor of the catastrophic Air India crash in Ahmedabad that claimed the lives of 241 passengers and crew. Currently receiving treatment at a hospital in the city, Ramesh recounted the horrifying chain of […]
Heavy Security as June 12 Protest Builds in Lagos
A heavy police presence, including officers from the Nigeria Police Force’s Area F Division, was observed as groups of protesters began assembling at the Ikeja underbridge in Lagos to mark June 12 Democracy Day. The demonstrators, including civil society groups and pro-democracy activists, were gathering to voice concerns over worsening economic conditions and rising insecurity […]
Tinubu Grants Posthumous Pardon to Ken Saro-Wiwa, Ogoni Nine
President Bola Tinubu has granted a full presidential posthumous pardon to the late environmental rights activist, Ken Saro Wiwa, and eight other Ogoni men, also known as Ogoni Nine. Tinubu announced the pardon to the nine Ogonis, who he described as national heroes, while exercising his powers under the Prerogative of Mercy during an address […]
Jack Black to Receive King of Comedy Award at 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards
Comedy superstar Jack Black will receive the iconic King of Comedy Award during the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2025, live from Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. to air Wednesday, June 25 at 16:00 WAT on Nickelodeon, DStv Channel 305 and GOtv Channel 87. Recognized for his illustrious career across film, television, music and more, Black will accept his […]
Schwarzenegger Leads Spy Chaos in FUBAR Season 2
Arnold Schwarzenegger Returns in FUBAR Season 2 Arnold Schwarzenegger is back as CIA agent Luke Brunner in FUBAR Season 2. After their covers were blown at the end of Season 1, Luke, his daughter Emma (Monica Barbaro), and their chaotic team of operatives are forced into hiding — but tensions quickly rise. “We’re getting on […]
Manchester City Signs Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan
Manchester City on Wednesday announced the signing of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for a reported fee of £46.3 million ($62.4 million), with the midfielder eligible to play in the Club World Cup. The Dutch international midfielder, City’s fourth signing of the week, said he was “ecstatic” to be signing for Pep Guardiola’s side. The […]
US and China Reach Tentative Deal on Rare Earth Minerals
Negotiators from the United States and China have reached a tentative agreement to loosen China’s restrictions on rare earth minerals, a critical component for industries such as defense, automotive manufacturing, and technology. However, the agreement still requires approval from Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping before it can be implemented. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed […]
