A high-powered delegation led by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has paid a condolence visit to the Kano State Government and the families of the 16 travellers who were allegedly killed in unclear circumstances. The Edo governor was received at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport by the Kano State Deputy Governor before proceeding to
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring security and ensuring citizens live without fear. He acknowledged the challenges of insecurity, particularly banditry, which have threatened peace and stability in the state. Despite many families suffering losses and communities living in fear, Lawal assured residents that his administration is working
International airlines operating in Nigeria pay a staggering N25 billion annually for the towing of their aircraft due to the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria’s (FAAN) inability to import and install already procured aero bridges. In developed nations, aero bridges facilitate swift and easy embarkation and disembarkation of passengers. However, in Nigeria, airlines are forced
In a move aimed at boosting regional revenue and promoting economic integration, Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have jointly imposed a 0.5% import levy on goods entering their territories. This decision was reached after a high-level meeting between the three countries. The levy, which took effect immediately, applies to all imported goods, excluding essential commodities
Petrol marketers in Lagos have increased pump prices to between N925 and N935 per litre, citing rising landing costs and Dangote Refinery’s shift to non-naira sales ¹. The increase follows a N46 per litre rise in landing costs, which reached N843.28 per litre last Monday. Filling stations like TotalEnergies and MRS have adjusted their prices
In a move to enhance the electric power supply in Ondo State, Lincs Power Energy Solutions has donated a 5-megawatt power project to the town of Ondo. The initiative was made possible through the efforts of Mr. Olumbe Akinkugbe, a former Senior Special Assistant to the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu on ICT. At the groundbreaking
The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army announced the arrest of 39 suspected oil thieves and the destruction of 18 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta region. In addition, during their operations against oil theft and related crimes, they seized 60,000 liters of stolen products. The special operation, conducted over six days from March 24
The Delta State Commissioner of Police, Olufemi Abaniwonda, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 24-year-old upcoming music artist, Paul Obukohwo, who allegedly died while in police custody.This directive was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, who extended an invitation
MRS Oil & Gas, alongside other major petroleum marketers, has implemented a significant price increase for petrol across its retail outlets nationwide, with pump prices now reaching N930 per litre in Lagos and N960 in northern states. The new pricing structure, which took effect from March 28, represents a substantial jump of N70 from the
As Muslims across Nigeria and the world prepare to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, the Oyo State Police Command has assured residents of the state of adequate security throughout the festive period. In a statement released on Saturday by the State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Adewale Osifeso, the Commissioner of Police, CP
