Lagos, Nigeria | September 15, 2025 — Dangote Petroleum Refinery has flagged off its direct fuel distribution programme with the launch of 1,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks, a move expected to reshape Nigeria’s downstream sector. The trucks, valued at about ₦720 billion and imported from China, represent the first phase of a 4,000-truck fleet
Abuja, Nigeria | Monday, September 15, 2025 — Nigeria posted a trade surplus of ₦7.46 trillion in the second quarter of 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has revealed in its latest foreign trade report. The figure marks a significant jump from the ₦5.17 trillion recorded in the first quarter, underscoring stronger overall export
In the wake of recent hostilities involving Qatar, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio has made a high-profile visit to Israel, underscoring the escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Rubio’s visit comes at a critical time as regional dynamics continue to shift following the reported strike on Qatar, an event that has drawn widespread international concern.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced ambitious plans to significantly expand the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme, aiming to provide nutritious meals to 50 million primary school pupils by 2026. This expansion marks a major step towards improving child nutrition and boosting school enrolment across the country. Currently, the programme targets millions of schoolchildren
In a significant development amid escalating Middle East tensions, Saudi Arabia has successfully intercepted a ballistic missile reportedly fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, which was believed to be targeting Israel. The Saudi-led coalition confirmed the interception, highlighting the ongoing volatility in the region and the expanding reach of Houthi military capabilities. The missile, launched from
In a major decision on September 14, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution endorsing the “New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two‑State Solution,” with 142 member states voting in favour, 10 against, and 12 abstaining. The declaration, jointly sponsored by France
A heated debate has emerged among Nigerian legal experts regarding the legitimacy of union representation for workers at Dangote Refinery, as the company finds itself at odds with the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). This disagreement highlights the complexities of labour laws and unionism within Nigeria’s thriving oil and gas sector.
Following Nottingham Forest’s heavy 3-0 loss to Arsenal, new head coach Ange Postecoglou has confidently assured fans that his influence on the team will be felt much sooner than expected. Addressing the media after the Premier League clash, Postecoglou emphasized that the transformation under his leadership won’t take months or even weeks — it will
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has issued a response to recent remarks made by sprint sensation Tobi Amusan regarding her competition kits, asserting that there is no issue with the attire provided. According to the federation, Amusan only showcased one set of the kits from the batch she was given, while the remaining items
In a bold and fiery declaration, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has vowed to take revenge following what he described as an Israeli attack on Qatar. The statement underscores rising tensions in the Gulf region amid escalating conflicts involving Israel and its neighbours. While details of the alleged attack remain sparse, the Crown
