TUC Proposes Refinery Subsidy to Reduce Petrol Prices
The Trade Union Congress has proposed a production subsidy for local refineries, including the Dangote Refinery, as part of efforts to reduce the rising cost of petrol in Nigeria. TUC President Festus Osifo made the proposal on Friday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today. Osifo said the union understood that the Federal Government […]
Ribadu Meets Vance, Rubio Over Counterterrorism
Nuhu Ribadu has met with United States Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to discuss security cooperation between both countries. The meeting, held at Vance’s residence, focused on efforts to strengthen collaboration in combating terrorism across West Africa, particularly threats linked to Boko Haram and Islamic State. Details of […]
Bruno Fernandes Wins FWA Footballer of the Year
Bruno Fernandes has been named the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Men’s Footballer of the Year following an impressive individual season in England. According to BBC Sport, the Football Writers’ Association recognised the Manchester United captain for his consistency, creativity and leadership throughout the campaign. Fernandes delivered strong individual numbers, scoring eight goals and providing 20 […]
Lagos Warns School Food Vendors Over Safety Violations
The Lagos State Government has warned food vendors operating in public schools across the state to comply strictly with approved health and safety regulations, stating that principals will be held accountable for any violations within their schools. The warning was issued by Idowu Olufunke Oyetola during her first strategic meeting with school principals at the […]
Police Recover 67 Rustled Cows in Kano
The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with a Military Joint Task Force, has recovered 67 cows and other livestock allegedly rustled by suspected criminals in Gwarzo Local Government Area. The command said the operation followed credible intelligence that cattle rustlers had attacked villages in Gwarzo and nearby communities along the Kano-Katsina border. In a […]
CSOs Challenge Bayelsa Professor’s APC Eligibility
Two civil society organisations have petitioned the All Progressives Congress, Independent National Electoral Commission and Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission over the eligibility of Princewill Woyinbrakemi Igbagara to contest the Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency seat in the 2027 elections. The petitions, dated May 7, 2026, were separately filed by the Centre for Policy […]
Valverde Denies Fight With Tchouameni at Madrid
Federico Valverde has dismissed reports of a physical altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni at Real Madrid, describing the claims as exaggerated rumours fueled by the club’s difficult season. The midfielder, who is currently sidelined with injury, said the club was facing heightened scrutiny due to poor results and off-field controversies. “Clearly, someone here is spreading […]
2027: Turaki-Led PDP Faction Meets Jonathan in Abuja
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Tanimu Turaki on Friday held a strategic meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The meeting came less than 48 hours after Jonathan disclosed that he was consulting widely over the possibility of contesting the 2027 presidential election. Jonathan made the remark on Thursday while […]
Edo Speaker Apologises to APC Leaders in Owan West
Speaker of the Edo State House of Assembly, Blessing Agbebaku, on Friday apologised to leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress in Owan West Local Government Area amid efforts to reconcile with the party’s local leadership. Agbebaku tendered the apology during an enlarged APC meeting held at the residence of party leader Lucky Ohimai, popularly […]
Kwara Airlifts Third Batch of 2026 Hajj Pilgrims
The Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has airlifted a third batch of 557 intending pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj exercise, bringing the total number of pilgrims transported from the state to 1,487. The pilgrims departed aboard a Max Air flight from Babatunde Idi-Agbon International Airport at about 10:09 a.m. on Friday. […]
