Gaiya Urges Govt to Boost Refinery Competition
A former member of the House of Representatives, Godfrey Ali Gaiya, has said Aliko Dangote will continue to play a dominant role in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector unless the Federal Government strengthens competition by ensuring state-owned refineries become operational. Gaiya, a geologist and public affairs analyst, said Dangote, as a private investor, would naturally […]
Obono-Obla Warns APC Over Costly Nomination Forms
Former Chairman of the Special Presidential Panel on Recovery of Public Property, Okoi Obono-Obla, has cautioned the All Progressives Congress (APC) against compelling aspirants to pay high nomination fees only to deny them fair participation in party primaries. In a statement issued in Calabar, Obono-Obla warned that such practices could undermine internal democracy and discourage […]
Atiku Condemns Airstrike on Jilli Market
Atiku Abubakar has condemned a Nigerian Air Force airstrike that struck Jilli Market along the Borno State–Yobe State border, describing the incident as tragic and raising concerns about civilian protection during military operations. Reports indicated that at least 30 people were feared killed when the strike hit the busy weekly market between Gubio and Geidam […]
Civilian Casualties Reported After Airstrike Near Borno–Yobe Border
An airstrike by the Nigerian Air Force has reportedly resulted in civilian casualties at Dilli Market along the border between Yobe State and Borno State. The incident occurred on Saturday evening at the busy market located near Gubio Local Government Area. Authorities said details of the casualties were still being verified as of the time […]
NUPENG Set to Elect New President April 24
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) is set to elect a new national president on April 24, as the tenure of its current leader, Williams Akporeha, comes to an end. Akporeha announced his exit at the weekend during the Quarterly National Executive Council meeting of the Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch […]
Tinubu Felicitates APC Spokesman Felix Morka at Birthday
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Felix Morka, National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his birthday marked on April 12. In a goodwill message, the President joined members of the party’s National Executive Council and National Working Committee in celebrating Morka and wished him continued good health. Tinubu praised Morka’s background as […]
Sagaya @80: A life defined by integrity, professional excellence.. -Emir Sulu-Gambari
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Mai-Martaba Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has expressed joy over the 80th birthday anniversary of the Zanna of Ilorin and Principal Partner of Yolas Consultant Ltd, Engr. Yusuf Olanrewaju Sagaya OFR on 12th April 2026. Alhaji Sulu-Gambari, in a his goodwill message issued on […]
Yusuf Denies Knowledge of Deputy’s Resignation Plot
Abba Kabir Yusuf has said he is yet to receive any formal resignation letter from his former deputy, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, amid reports of the latter’s exit from office and rising political tension in Kano State. Speaking at the Government House while receiving a political support group, the governor stated that he was unaware of […]
Okoye Targets Clean Sheet Record Against AC Milan
Maduka Okoye will be aiming to set a personal milestone when Udinese face AC Milan at the San Siro on Saturday. The Nigerian goalkeeper is seeking his third consecutive clean sheet for the first time in his professional career after keeping shutouts in Udinese’s last two matches against Genoa and Como. Okoye has not conceded […]
Navy Recovers 531,500 Litres Stolen Fuel in Q1
The Nigerian Navy says it recovered 531,500 litres of illegally refined petroleum products and arrested 18 suspects in the first quarter of 2026 as part of intensified operations against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta. The recoveries were made under Operation Delta Sentinel, launched on January 13, 2026, to strengthen maritime security and curb […]
