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  • About 9,000 Petrol Marketers to Lose Their Licences Over Current Fuel Scarcity in Nigeria

    . About 9,000 Petrol Marketers to Lose Their Licences Over Current Fuel Scarcity in Nigeria

     The situation with the oil marketers and licensing renewal in Nigeria seems quite challenging. It appears that the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) is facing difficulties with the renewal process, leading to concerns about potential fuel scarcity. They've requested an extension from the Nigerian National Petroleu
  • Court Sends Man, Dickson Peter to Jail For Setting Landlord's House Ablaze in Ibadan

    . Court Sends Man, Dickson Peter to Jail For Setting Landlord's House Ablaze in Ibadan

     An Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan on Thursday ordered that a 35-year-old man, Dickson Peter, be remanded in a correction facility for allegedly setting his landlord’s house on fire.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the police charged the defendant with two counts of felony and arson.The Magistrate, Mr M. Mudashiru, who
  • Nigerian Govt Begins 15-day Emergency Supply of Fuel Nationwide Following Scarcity

    . Nigerian Govt Begins 15-day Emergency Supply of Fuel Nationwide Following Scarcity

     The ongoing fuel scarcity in Nigeria seems to be prompting the Federal Government to take action. They've initiated a 15-day emergency fuel supply to address the shortage across the country. This move involves ensuring fuel circulation and facilitating the importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by allowing vessels to discharge petrol into
  • Naira Abuse: Court Fixes Date For Report Of Settlement In Case Against Cubana Chief Priest

    . Naira Abuse: Court Fixes Date For Report Of Settlement In Case Against Cubana Chief Priest

     A Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed June 5 for a report of settlement in a case against celebrity bartender, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, over alleged abuse of the naira.The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had on April 17 arraigned Okechukwu on three counts of allegedly spraying and tampering with t
  • Aston Villa v Olympiacos: UEFA Conference League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

    . Aston Villa v Olympiacos: UEFA Conference League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

     Date: Thursday 2nd May, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium  Villa Park Referee  Marco Guida (Italy) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Aston Villa [/size]Aston Villa will be without the services of Emiliano Martinez, Boubacar Kamara, Emiliano Buendia, Tyrone Mings, Jacob Ramsey, Alex Moreno, and Nicolo Zaniolo. Emery has quite a few injuries to
  • Roma v Bayer Leverkusen: UEFA Europa League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

    . Roma v Bayer Leverkusen: UEFA Europa League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

     Date: Thursday 2nd May, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium  Stadio Olimpico, Rome Referee  Francois Letexier (France) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Roma [/size]Zeki Celik is suspended after his red card in the last round. Other than that, AS Roma have a fully fit squad to choose from. Mile Svilar will start in goal for the home team, who w
  • Nigerian Army Kill Terrorists in Fierce Gun Battle, Rescue Kidnap Victims in Katsina & Plateau

    . Nigerian Army Kill Terrorists in Fierce Gun Battle, Rescue Kidnap Victims in Katsina & Plateau

     The Nigerian Army troops, in separate operations, have neutralised terrorists in Katsina and rescued two kidnap victims in Plateau State.A statement by the Nigerian Army on its official X handle (formerly Twitter), said troops in conjunction with a team from the Nigeria Police and Katsina State Community Watch Corps, engaged terrorists at Danmusa
  • Chelsea v Tottenham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

    . Chelsea v Tottenham: English Premier League Match,Team News,Goal Scorers and Stats

     Date: Thursday 2nd May, 2024 Time : 7:30 pm Stadium  Stamford Bridge Referee  Robert Jones (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Chelsea [/size]Mauricio Pochettino has new injury concerns hampering his preparations ahead of his side’s latest fixture. Against Tottenham on Thursday, the Chelsea manager might be bereft of the servi
  • Former Big Brother Naija Star, Chomzy Welcomes Baby Boy With Husband

    . Former Big Brother Naija Star, Chomzy Welcomes Baby Boy With Husband

     In a heartwarming announcement, former Big Brother Naija reality show contestant, Chioma Ndubueze, affectionately known as Chomzy, has joyfully welcomed a baby boy with her husband.The ecstatic husband took to his Instagram page to share the delightful news with their followers, expressing gratitude for the blessing bestowed upon their family. �
  • 75-Year-Old Man, Nwankwo Nweke Arrested For Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl In Anambra State

    . 75-Year-Old Man, Nwankwo Nweke Arrested For Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl In Anambra State

     In a distressing incident, a 75-year-old man identified as Nwankwo Nweke has been apprehended for allegedly assaulting an 8-year-old girl in Awka, the capital of Anambra State.The suspect, a barber from Isi Agu in Awka South local government area, reportedly confessed to the crime, attributing his actions to temptation. He pleaded for leniency and
  • Phone Snatcher, Sani Musa Arrested After Stabbing Salesgirl, Sheba Simon In Yobe State

    .. Phone Snatcher, Sani Musa Arrested After Stabbing Salesgirl, Sheba Simon In Yobe State

     The Yobe State Police Command has apprehended Sani Musa, a phone snatcher accused of stabbing a 24-year-old woman, Sheba Simon, in Damaturu, the state capital.According to reports, Ms. Simon, a salesgirl, was attacked by the suspect while on her way home from work on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Musa allegedly assaulted her with a jackknife and stole
  • Residents Defy Warning, Risk Lives To Scoop Petrol From Fallen Tanker In Edo State

    .. Residents Defy Warning, Risk Lives To Scoop Petrol From Fallen Tanker In Edo State

     Despite warnings of a potential explosion, several residents risked their lives to scoop petrol from a fallen tanker along the Benin-Agbor Road in Edo State. The incident unfolded at Okhuaihe Hill, near the Divisional Police office, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, when a tanker carrying 33,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) toppled as the driver
  • Tragedy Strikes: 14-Year-Old Nigerian, Daniel Anjorin Killed In London Sword Attack

    .. Tragedy Strikes: 14-Year-Old Nigerian, Daniel Anjorin Killed In London Sword Attack

     The victim of the tragic sword attack in London's Hainault district has been identified as 14-year-old Daniel Anjorin, the youngest child of a respected Nigerian family known for their devout church attendance.The attack, carried out by a man wielding what appeared to be a Samurai-type sword, occurred shortly before 7:00 am (0600 GMT). Author
  • JAMB Makes Major Clarification on Checking The Just Released 2024 UTME Results

    . JAMB Makes Major Clarification on Checking The Just Released 2024 UTME Results

     JAMB's recent clarification on checking the 2024 UTME results underscores the importance of adhering to the specified method: In a statement signed by the Registrar, Fabian Benjamin, JAMB said: sending UTMERESULT to 55019 or 66019 from the phone used during registration. It's essential to ensure that the SIM card isn't on any bund
  • Pres. Tinubu Reportedly Departs Saudi Arabia For London After World Economic Forum

    . Pres. Tinubu Reportedly Departs Saudi Arabia For London After World Economic Forum

     President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly arrived in London, England after he attended the World Economic Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which was held from April 28-29.The President’s journey to London was unexpected, as his media adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, had not mentioned a planned visit to the UK in his previous statement. “After his engage
  • National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu Urges Vigilance Against Social Media Threats

    . National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu Urges Vigilance Against Social Media Threats

     Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, has underscored the significance of social media as a pressing national security concern, highlighting the potential threats posed by its negative use.Addressing stakeholders in Abuja, Ribadu emphasized that the misuse of social media platforms constitutes both local and global security threats, necessit
  • CBN Expresses Worries Over Nigeria’s Declining Economic Activities

    . CBN Expresses Worries Over Nigeria’s Declining Economic Activities

     The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has expressed worries over the declining economic activities in Nigeria.The CBN deputy governor of Corporate Services, Bala Moh’d Bello, disclosed this in his personal statement at the end of the last Monetary Policy Committee meeting released on the Banks’ website on Tuesday.He noted that the country’s Comp
  • Joint Forces Eliminate Senior ISIS Commander, Abu Huzeifa In Sahel Region

    . Joint Forces Eliminate Senior ISIS Commander, Abu Huzeifa In Sahel Region

     A coordinated operation involving troops from Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger has resulted in the death of Abu Huzeifa, a senior commander of the Islamic State (ISIS) terrorist organization in the Sahel region.Prior to his demise, Huzeifa had a bounty of $5 million placed on his head, reflecting his significance within the ranks of ISIS. He was impl
  • Governor Hope Uzodimma Assumes Role Of Imo State Commissioner For Lands

    . Governor Hope Uzodimma Assumes Role Of Imo State Commissioner For Lands

     In an unprecedented move, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has taken on the role of Commissioner for Lands in the state, appointing himself to the position during the inauguration ceremony of 24 newly appointed commissioners at the Government House in Owerri.The unexpected announcement came on Tuesday, April 30, sending shockwaves through the po
  • BREAKING: FG Approves Salary Increase For Civil Servants

    . BREAKING: FG Approves Salary Increase For Civil Servants

     Nigerian civil servants across various sectors have good reason to celebrate. The Federal Government has approved a salary increase ranging from 25% to 35%. This raise applies to the remaining six Consolidated Salary Structures (CONSS) after the Tertiary Education and Health Sectors received their adjustments earlier.The affected salary structures
  • Police Arrest Four Suspected Cultists In Eket, Akwa Ibom State

    . Police Arrest Four Suspected Cultists In Eket, Akwa Ibom State

     The Akwa Ibom State Police Command announced on Tuesday the apprehension of four suspected cultists accused of terrorizing the Eket local government area and its surroundings.In a statement released to journalists by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Timfon John, the suspects were identified as Godwin Adam, Isaac Bassey, Emmanuel Hanson Iso
  • 32-year-old Businessman, Raphael Moses Remanded For Alleged Defilement Of Eight-Year-Old Girl In Kaduna

    . 32-year-old Businessman, Raphael Moses Remanded For Alleged Defilement Of Eight-Year-Old Girl In Kaduna

     Raphael Moses, a 32-year-old businessman, finds himself behind bars after an Upper Customary Court in Kafanchan, Kaduna State, remanded him in a correctional facility on charges of defiling an eight-year-old girl.According to a report by *The Daily Sentinel*, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) brought the accusations against Mose
  • 45-year-old Cleric, Sunday Adewoye Arraigned For Alleged Rap3 Of 22-Year-Old Woman In Lagos

    . 45-year-old Cleric, Sunday Adewoye Arraigned For Alleged Rap3 Of 22-Year-Old Woman In Lagos

     A 45-year-old cleric, Mr. Sunday Adewoye, found himself in the dock before the Badagry Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos State, facing charges of unlawful sexual penetration and rape against a 22-year-old woman.The accused, whose address remains undisclosed, was brought before the court on Tuesday to answer for his alleged actions.According to t
  • Drama As Power Outage Disrupts Minister Of Power, Adebayo Adelabu's Address At National Assembly Hearing

    . Drama As Power Outage Disrupts Minister Of Power, Adebayo Adelabu's Address At National Assembly Hearing

     A moment of drama unfolded during a session at the National Assembly as power supply was abruptly cut off while the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, addressed lawmakers during an investigative hearing on Monday.The incident occurred as Adelabu fielded questions from members of the Senate Committee on Power regarding the escalating electricity p
  • Mother Of Four, Nata Igbinovia Hacked To Death By Neighbour & His Son In Edo While Intervening In Fight

    .. Mother Of Four, Nata Igbinovia Hacked To Death By Neighbour & His Son In Edo While Intervening In Fight

     In a shocking turn of events, a mother of four, Mrs. Nata Igbinovia, fell victim to a gruesome attack in Edo State while attempting to intervene in a fight, allegedly orchestrated by a man and his son.The tragic incident unfolded on Saturday night, April 27, 2024, at Okpagha-Ewuare, Eyaen quarters, situated on the outskirts of Benin city along Auc
  • Tragedy Strikes as 11-Year-Old Boy, Iremide Opeifa Drowns In Ogun State Hotel Pool

    .. Tragedy Strikes as 11-Year-Old Boy, Iremide Opeifa Drowns In Ogun State Hotel Pool

     In a heartbreaking turn of events, 11-year-old Iremide Opeifa met a tragic fate as he drowned in a swimming pool at the Grand Bank Link Hotels situated along Idiroko Road in the Sango Ota area of Ogun State.The incident, which occurred on a Sunday evening, has left the community reeling with shock and sorrow.According to accounts gathered by Punch
  • 53-yr-old Nigerian, Allen Adeyemi Tejan Identified As Victim Of Fatal Assault In Sunderland Tragedy

    .. 53-yr-old Nigerian, Allen Adeyemi Tejan Identified As Victim Of Fatal Assault In Sunderland Tragedy

     The identity of the man tragically killed in Sunderland has been confirmed as Allen Adeyemi Tejan, aged 40, following a serious assault on Lily Street in Millfield. Authorities discovered Allen with severe head injuries on Wednesday morning, prompting a swift murder investigation.The incident, which occurred around 8:40 am on April 24th, led to Al
  • Borussia Dortmund v PSG: UEFA Champions League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

    . Borussia Dortmund v PSG: UEFA Champions League S/Final Match,Team News,Goal Scorers And Stats

     Date: Wednesday1st May, 2024 Time : 8:00 pm Stadium  Signal Iduna Park Referee  Anthony Taylor (England) Goal Scorer: [size=14pt] Borussia Dortmund [/size]Borussia Dortmund will be without injured duo Ramy Bensebaini (knee) and Julien Duranville (muscle) due to injury, but Mats Hummels (shin), Donyell Malen (thigh), Sebastien H
  • FG Declares May 1st Public Holiday To Mark Workers’ Day, Calls For Fairness, Excellent In Labour

    . FG Declares May 1st Public Holiday To Mark Workers’ Day, Calls For Fairness, Excellent In Labour

     The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 as a public holiday to mark this year’s Workers’ Day event.It was gathered that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration, in a statement signed and released by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary Aishetu Ndayako, on Tuesday.Gistmania reports that Tunji-Ojo e
  • UPDATE: Nigerian Passport Ranks World’s 10th Worst Travel Document

    . UPDATE: Nigerian Passport Ranks World’s 10th Worst Travel Document

    The Nigerian passport has ranked 191 out of 199 countries, making it the 10th worst travel document worldwide, according to VisaGuide’s World Passport Index.According to the report, as of April, the Nigerian passport only emerged above countries like North Korea (192), Iraq (193), Libya (194), Sudan (195), Pakistan (196), Afghanistan (197), Syri

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