Explosion Hits Russia’s Largest Refinery, Government Confirms Technical Issue
A significant explosion and subsequent fire rocked Russia’s largest oil refinery, the Ufimsky oil refinery, on Monday, prompting an official response from the Russian government. Authorities confirmed that the incident was caused by technical issues and not a drone attack, as initially speculated. The fire has since been extinguished, and the refinery remains operational, though…
Kano Assembly Summons Rano LGA Chairman Over Market Demolition
The Kano State House of Assembly has summoned the Chairman of Rano Local Government Area (LGA) to explain the recent demolition of structures at the Rano market, an action that has sparked widespread controversy and left hundreds of traders in distress. The decision to summon the chairman followed an urgent motion presented by Alhaji Ibrahim…
NDLEA Arrests Suspected International Drug Baron After 17 Years in Hiding
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the arrest of a suspected international drug baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff, after 17 years of evading law enforcement. The 59-year-old suspect, who has been on the radar of global anti-narcotics agencies, was apprehended at his hideout in Lagos, Nigeria, following a coordinated operation involving the NDLEA,…
Peter Obi Attends Launch of Chimamanda Adichie’s New Book in London
Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi was among the distinguished guests at the launch of acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel, Dream Count, held at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London over the weekend. The event, which attracted approximately 3,000 attendees, celebrated Adichie’s literary prowess and sparked discussions on Nigeria’s potential for…
Supreme Court Sacks Rivers LG Chairmen, Restores Pro-Wike Lawmakers, Deals Blow to Governor Fubara
The Supreme Court on Friday delivered a landmark judgment that has significantly altered the political landscape of Rivers State, reinstating the pro-Nyesom Wike lawmakers and sacking Local Government Chairmen and Councillors elected in the October 5, 2024, Local Government Elections. The apex court also barred the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Accountant General…
High Interest Rates, Inflation Threaten Nigerian Airlines’ Profitability – Bi-Courtney COO
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited, Mr. Remi Jibodu, has raised concerns over the challenges facing Nigerian airlines, warning that high interest rates and inflation could undermine their profitability despite the implementation of the Cape Town Convention (CTC) Practice Direction. Jibodu made the remarks during a courtesy visit by members of…
President Tinubu Hosts Super Bowl Champion Moro Ojomo at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu on Friday hosted Moro Ojomo, the Nigerian-born American football star and Super Bowl LIX champion, at the State House in Abuja. Ojomo, who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles, was accompanied by his father, Ololade; mother, Bimbo; and sister, Modele, during the visit. The 23-year-old athlete, who was born in Lagos and moved…
Keyamo Warns Foreign Airlines: Patronize Local Caterers or Face Summer Schedule Rejection
The Nigerian government has issued a stern warning to foreign airlines operating in the country, mandating them to patronize local catering services or risk having their summer flight schedules rejected. The directive was announced by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. Keyamo emphasized the…
Akpabio vs Akpoti-Uduaghan: Kingibe Denies Knowledge of Sexual Harassment Claims
Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has weighed in on the ongoing faceoff between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, stating that she and other female senators are unaware of any sexual harassment allegations against Akpabio. Kingibe’s comments come amid a heated dispute between Akpabio and Akpoti-Uduaghan over seating arrangements…
Paul Okoye Accuses Twin Brother Peter of Orchestrating Jude’s Detention Over Fraud Charges
Nigerian singer Paul Okoye, popularly known as RudeBoy, has accused his twin brother Peter Okoye of being behind the fraud charges that led to the detention of their elder brother, Jude Okoye. Jude, the former manager of the defunct music duo P-Square, was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday over…