Residents from approximately 40 communities in Osogbo, Osun State, have publicly disputed claims made by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) regarding a recent demonstration over the deteriorating electricity supply in their areas. The communities, operating collectively under the United Communities of Osogbo, emphasized that the protest was entirely peaceful and lawful. Speaking at a […]
The Lagos State Government has launched a formal inquiry into the reported death of a socialite referred to as “Elena,” who is believed to have died following complications from a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) cosmetic surgery at a Lagos clinic. Authorities moved swiftly after videos and posts circulated widely across social media platforms alleging that […]
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), Dr. Abiodun Essiet, has begun a three-day stakeholder dialogue and community engagement exercise in Benue State as part of the Federal Government’s renewed efforts to address persistent security challenges and strengthen peacebuilding at the grassroots level. The visit involves meetings with government officials […]
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi stated that the recent bombing campaign against Tehran caused no meaningful damage to Iran’s ability to continue military operations against Israel and the United States.According to him, the country remains operational because of its decentralised “mosaic defence strategy,” which was designed to prevent collapse even after leadership losses. His […]
Chinese leadership has placed strong emphasis on achieving independence in artificial intelligence and semiconductor technology as the country faces growing restrictions in accessing advanced chips. The policy direction highlights the urgency of building domestic capabilities in order to reduce reliance on foreign technology suppliers. During the closing ceremony of China’s major political meetings, commonly known […]
The risks created by the ongoing conflict involving Iran should not be evaluated on their own. Instead, the situation represents just one among several serious weaknesses that could lead to a much deeper decline across global financial markets. For a brief moment on March 9, investors worldwide appeared to fully recognize the magnitude of the […]
LAGOS — Concerns are growing among Nigerians that the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, as well as Automotive Gas Oil (diesel), may continue to increase following a fresh surge in global crude oil prices, which climbed above $100 per barrel on Thursday. Earlier in the week, many citizens had anticipated […]
In a recent announcement, the management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery revealed that its latest reduction in fuel prices aims to alleviate the economic pressures on Nigerian consumers. This strategic adjustment highlights the refinery’s commitment to maintaining an affordable, transparent, and market-aligned pricing system. The company stated in an official release on Wednesday that, “This decision […]
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States government would release oil from its emergency reserves in an effort to control the sharp increase in global fuel prices. He explained that the move is intended to stabilize the market, and that the reserves will later be refilled after the situation improves. Speaking during […]
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has outlined strict conditions that must be met before the ongoing conflict can come to an end, stating that the fighting will only stop if strong international assurances are provided to prevent any future attacks. Speaking through a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Pezeshkian stressed that Iran requires binding global […]
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, has stated that traders operating within the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex corridor contribute billions of naira to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). She described the corridor as one of the most active and economically significant commercial hubs in West Africa, noting that the volume of […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again declared his strong loyalty to democratic governance, national unity, and the supremacy of the law, stating clearly that he considers himself a committed democrat who will always stand in defense of Nigeria’s democratic system. The President made this statement on Wednesday during a meeting held at the State […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that he had no alternative but to approve the Electoral Act, explaining that the legislation was passed with overwhelming backing from the National Assembly of Nigeria. According to the president, his decision was guided by the need to uphold the rule of law and prevent the country from sliding […]

