Nigeria
INEC Urges Discipline Ahead of Osun, Ekiti Governorship Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called on its staff and Nigerians to uphold accountability, discipline, and integrity as preparations intensify for the upcoming governorship elections in Ekiti and Osun states. Chairman of the Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN), made the appeal in his Eid-el-Fitr message, describing the end of Ramadan as “a victory of the spirit over the self” and…
Army Recovers 74 Terrorist Bodies in Ongoing Operations — DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reported that troops of Operation Hadin Kai in the Nigerian Army recovered at least 74 terrorist bodies following intensified operations in the North-East. A statement on Friday by Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, highlighted that the Army successfully killed several terrorists and foiled a complex drone-assisted attack between March 13 and March 19. The…
Iran Crisis: Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to ₦1,245 per Litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), raising it from ₦1,175 to ₦1,245 per litre amid rising global crude oil prices triggered by the Middle East crisis. In a notice issued to marketers on Friday, the refinery stated that its ex-depot (gantry) price would increase to ₦1,245 per…
Police Arrest Igbinedion School Bullying Suspects, Set for Juvenile Court
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of all suspects involved in the bullying incident at Igbinedion Education Centre, following widespread outrage sparked by viral videos. The footage, which circulated on social media, showed students being beaten, flogged, and kicked by their peers, prompting public concern. In a statement issued on Saturday, Police…
Police Arrest Community Leader, Four Others Over Alleged Sexual Assault at Delta Festival
The Delta State Police Command has arrested a community leader and four other suspects in connection with the alleged sexual assault of young women during a festival in Oruamudhu community, Ozoro, in Isoko North Local Government Area. In a statement released on Friday, Police Public Relations Officer Bright Edafe confirmed that the Commissioner of Police,…
FG Clarifies UK Migration MoU, Denies Claims on Foreign Deportees
A department of the Government of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland has signed a Migration Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nigeria. The MoU establishes a framework for safe, orderly, and regulated migration between both countries, while also strengthening bilateral cooperation in tackling irregular migration and related activities. This is to be carried out in…
FG moves to address gas supply crisis, promises improved power supply
The Federal Government has announced plans to resolve the ongoing gas supply challenges affecting electricity generation, assuring Nigerians of improved power supply in the near future. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this known in his Eid-el-Fitr message, stating that recent government interventions are beginning to ease the persistent gas constraints that have limited…
Nigeria spends N9tn on petrol imports
Nigeria spent about N9tn importing petrol in 2025, highlighting its continued reliance on foreign fuel despite growing investment in local refineries. Data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed that oil marketers imported Premium Motor Spirit worth N8.96tn during the year. Although this represents a 41.9% drop from the N15.42tn recorded in 2024, it is…
NUPRC launches probe into gas bubbling in Rivers community
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has launched an investigation into a gas bubbling incident in Bille Community, raising concerns over safety, environmental impact, and public health. Gas bubbling occurs when underground gas escapes to the surface through soil or water, often forming visible bubbles and posing potential risks to nearby residents. In a statement, the commission’s chief…
NEMA engages stakeholders in Niger on flood preparedness
The National Emergency Management Agency has engaged key stakeholders in Niger State on strategies to mitigate the impact of anticipated flooding. Speaking at the National Disaster Preparedness and Response Campaign in Minna, the Director-General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, said the initiative aims to strengthen resilience and improve response to flood disasters. Represented by Dr. Ishaya Chonoko, she noted that the…
