Oil traders represented by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) have threatened to close down the 30,000 filling stations operated by its members nationwide if the Federal Government fails to settle the N200 billion debt owed to marketers. IPMAN specifically pointed out that the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), a […]
Former Edo State deputy governor, Philip Shaibu, emphasized that a gubernatorial candidate lacking proficiency in the Edo dialect would be unsuitable for governing the state. Speaking at the Edo Central PDP leaders and stakeholders meeting in Irrua, the administrative hub of Esan Central Local Government Area, Shaibu asserted his endorsement solely for a candidate native […]
Daniel Anjorin, the teenage boy who tragically lost his life during a sword attack in Hainault, east London, has been officially identified. The 14-year-old succumbed to injuries sustained in the incident, which occurred on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Alongside Daniel, four others, including two police officers, were injured in the attack. The victim’s mother was […]
In recent years, Nigerian star players have left their imprint on the Bundesliga, with Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella being the latest additions. Austin Okocha Team: Eintracht Frankfurt Position: Attacking Midfielder During: 1992-1996 The inaugural Nigerian player to grace the Bundesliga was undoubtedly one of the country’s most exceptional talents. Okocha arrived in Germany in […]
The defending champions, Bendel Insurance Football Club of Benin, are set to kick off their Federation Cup title defense on Wednesday against Stormers of Ogun State in the round of 64. The match will take place at the old parade ground in Abuja at 4pm. Bendel Insurance secured their fourth FA title by defeating Enugu […]
An unidentified pregnant woman and eight other individuals suffered injuries of varying degrees following a gas explosion in Alaba Lane, Alayabiagba Community, located in the Ajegunle-Apapa area of Lagos State. According to reports from Lagosstate.com, the incident occurred on Tuesday around 12:39 p.m. Confirming the occurrence to our correspondent, Amodu Shakiru, the Head of Public […]
President Bola Tinubu expressed his commitment to improving the living and working conditions of all Nigerian workers, stating that those who operate the nation’s machinery deserve fair wages and enhanced welfare. Tinubu conveyed this pledge in his inaugural May Day message dedicated to workers nationwide. The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Ajuri […]
The Nasarawa State Police Command has apprehended three suspected members of a criminal syndicate who impersonated EFCC operatives and allegedly robbed students of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, as well as abducted an ND II student named Adudu Kingsley. DSP Ramhan Nansel, the spokesperson of the command, revealed this in a statement on Wednesday, May 1, […]
Talent manager Paulo Okoye has projected a challenging year ahead for Afrobeat artists in 2024, attributing factors such as escalating concert ticket prices and a sluggish global economy. On his Instagram story, Okoye expressed apprehension regarding the forthcoming tough times for artists spanning all Afrobeat categories. He highlighted that only Davido and Burna Boy have […]
Nigerian music sensation Wizkid ignited controversy on X-Platform, formerly known as Twitter, earlier today. Known for his outspoken nature, Wizkid didn’t hold back as he took aim at various figures in the industry, including Mavins Record Label signee Ladipoe and label manager Don Jazzy. The feud began when Ladipoe teased Wizkid over his recent assertion […]