Over 90 people were killed and 50 injured in Jigawa tanker explosion
At least 90 people were killed and over 50 injured after a huge fuel tanker explosion struck the Nigerian city of Jigawa, according to local authorities.
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High Petrol Price Pushes Inflation to 32.70% in September
After declining steadily in July and August, Nigeria’s headline inflation rate increased to 32.70 percent in September 2024. This was in accordance with the National Bureau of Statistics’ most recent Consumer Price Index data. In September 2024, the World Bank predicted that Nigeria’s inflation rates would continue to grow, primarily due to a notable increase…
“Super Eagles’ Inhumane Treatment In Libya Deliberate.” – Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh
The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, has accused the Libyan Football Federation of deliberately mistreating the Super Eagles in the North African country. As they got ready to honor their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against the Mediterranean Knights, players and officials were delayed for hours at an airport in…
“Efforts To Restore National Grid Ongoing.” – TCN
On Tuesday, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced that the national grid’s continuing restoration, which began on Monday, is nearly finished. The company noted that supply has been restored to the Abuja axis and other major distribution load centers nationwide.
Libya Threatens Legal Actions as Nigeria Withdraw From AFCON Qualifier
The Libyan Football Federation has condemned the withdrawal of Nigeria from the second-leg match against Libya in Benghazi, saying it will take all legal actions needed to protect the interests of the Libyan football squad. In a statement shared by The Libya Observer, the LFF said despite the inhumane treatment they had received in Nigeria,…
Nigeria Faces Blackout, as National Grid Collapses Again
Darkness hit Nigeria as the national grid recorded another collapse on Monday. Enugu Electricity Distribution Company spokesperson Emeka Ezeh confirmed the grid collapse in a statement on Monday evening. He said the general system collapse occurred at 18.48 hours on Monday. The Disco said the development had led to a loss of power supply across…
BREAKING: Super Eagles arrive in Nigeria after the incident in Libya
The Super Eagles have arrived at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano State, after their ordeal in Libya ahead of the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifier.
2025 Afcon Qualifiers: Libyan Football Federation President Resigns
President of the Libyan Football Federation, Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, announced his resignation during a regular meeting of the Federation’s General Assembly. According to The Libya Observer, an English and Arabic online newspaper based in Tripoli, Libya, in a post on Monday via its website, the decision was made on Sunday. Meanwhile, there is growing tension surrounding…
Super Eagles: FG summons Libyan Diplomat as CAF Investigates Delay
The Federal Government has summoned Libya’s Chargé d’affaires to resolve the situation involving its national football team, the Super Eagles, who were stranded for over 12 hours after arriving in Libya. The team arrived at the North African country for the return leg of the 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifiers after beating the Mediterranean…
CBN Assures Safety of all Deposits In Nigerian Banks
Nigerians should not be alarmed, as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented measures to guarantee the security of all funds in financial institutions nationwide. A statement by the apex bank’s AG. Director, Corporate Communications, Hakama Ali, on Tuesday reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to ensuring the stability and reliability of the…
