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Petrol crosses N1,000 in Nigeria as Middle East conflict jolts global oil markets
Photo: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran Supreme Leader, killed in US/Israel attack By Douglas Maha, Abujua Petrol prices have surged across Nigeria, piling fresh pressure on households and businesses as escalating tensions in the Middle East send shockwaves through global energy markets. The conflict involving Israel, Iran and the United States…
Read More »The Ides of February: Coincidence, crisis, and the weight of global shifts
By Gabriel Efe There is something about February. It is the shortest month of the year, often quiet, transitional, sitting between the declarations of January and the acceleration of March. Yet in recent history, February has repeatedly become the staging ground for events that reshape the world. In February 2020,…
Read More »Police confirm abduction of three siblings by new tenant in Ebonyi community
The Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of three siblings by a newly arrived tenant in Nwezenyi village, Igbeagu community, in the Izzi Local Government Area of the state. The victims, identified as Favour, Obinna, and Kamso Okeoha, were reportedly abducted on Saturday while their parents were away…
Read More »Five security officers arrested over alleged airport breach involving El-Rufai
Five security officers have been arrested and are set to face prosecution over their alleged involvement in a security breach at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on February 12, 2026, in an incident authorities say involved former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement made available to newmen on…
Read More »Tinubu nominates Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance
By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu has nominated Mr Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance, replacing Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite in a minor cabinet reshuffle. Uzoka-Anite has been redeployed to the Ministry of Budget and National Planning as Minister of State, marking her third portfolio under the current administration.…
Read More »Fubara submits fresh commissioner nominees to Rivers Assembly
By Deborah Nnamdi Governor Siminalayi Fubara has forwarded a fresh list of commissioner nominees to the Rivers State House of Assembly in what observers describe as a significant step toward restoring stability in the state following months of political tension. The Clerk of the House, Emeka Amadi, confirmed receipt of…
Read More »Atiku’s son resigns from Fintiri’s cabinet amid defection to APC
Adamu Abubakar, son of Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has resigned as Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Energy Development. In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, Abubakar said his decision followed “deep personal reflection and careful consideration.” “The Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State,…
Read More »Dangote seals deal for 1,000 CNG trucks in partnership with BAIC FOTON
President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has finalized a major automotive partnership with BAIC FOTON, placing an order for more than 1,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks to boost operations across Nigeria. The fleet acquisition, facilitated by Kewalram Autos, is expected to significantly enhance the logistics…
Read More »Tinubu to swear in Disu as substantive IGP Wednesday
President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday swear in Olatunji Disu as the substantive Inspector-General of Police, following his unanimous endorsement by the Nigeria Police Council on Monday. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, stated that the swearing-in ceremony would take place during the Federal Executive…
Read More »Nigerian jailed 19 years in U.S. prison for $4m romance scam
A 40-year-old Nigerian, Leslie Mba, has been sentenced to 19 years in a United States federal prison for his role in a $4 million romance scam and business email compromise scheme, U.S. authorities announced on Monday. Mba, who is not a U.S. citizen, is also expected to face deportation proceedings…
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