Pi-CNG Announces 50% Cost Reduction for Converting Petrol-Powered Vehicles to CNG
The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG) has announced a 50 percent reduction in the cost of converting petrol-powered vehicles to compressed natural gas (CNG). This move is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to promote a more cost-effective and sustainable transportation system across Nigeria. Michael Oluwagbemi, the Programme Director, revealed this initiative as…
Breaking News: Nigeria Customs Intercepts Container of Arms and Ammunition from Turkey
In a significant security operation, the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted a container filled with an arsenal of new weaponry and live bullets shipped from Turkey to Nigeria. The discovery, made in Rivers State, includes an estimated 844 pump-action rifles, Bazinet kits, and 112,500 pieces of live ammunition, with an estimated value of N4 billion….
Federal Government Cancels Road Expansion Contracts for Obajana-Benin Highway
In a decisive move, the federal government has terminated road expansion contracts awarded to Mothercat Ltd, Dantata & Sawoe Construction Ltd, and Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) Ltd for specific sections of the Obajana-Benin highway. This action was taken due to significant project delays and the contractors’ failure to meet performance expectations. The contracts in question—6136…
SPORTS: Marc Guiu Signs for Chelsea, Cites Exciting Football Project
Marc Guiu, the latest addition to Chelsea FC, has expressed his enthusiasm for joining the club, highlighting the appealing football and sporting project as the main reason for his decision. Guiu emphasized the trust placed in him by everyone at the club and spoke highly of the plans involving young and talented players. “The club…
Regional Hotel Operation: EFCC Raises Disciplinary Team against Errant Officers
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has formed a Disciplinary Team to investigate the case of two officers who allegedly assaulted a female staff member at Regional Hotel, Ojo, Lagos. The incident, which occurred during an early morning sting operation on Thursday, June 27, 2024, was captured…
Demolition of Illegal Shanties and Kiosks Begins Along Lekki-Ajah Expressway
Date: July 1, 2024 Today, the Monitoring and Compliance team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (@Lawma_gov), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (@LAGESCOfficial), commenced the demolition of illegal shanties and kiosks in Sangotedo, Lakowe, Awoyaya, and other locations along the Lekki-Ajah expressway. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to maintain…
BREAKING: US Supreme Court Grants Trump Limited Immunity in 2020 Election Interference Case
Date: July 1, 2024 In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of former President Donald Trump, granting him a degree of immunity from facing criminal charges related to his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The court’s decision, made with a 6-3 majority, effectively ensures that…
Inauguration of Governing Councils for Federal Tertiary Institutions Set for July 4, 2024
The Federal Government has announced plans to officially inaugurate the governing councils and boards of Federal universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions on July 4, 2024. This development was disclosed by Prof. Aisha Maikudi, the Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Abuja, during her acceptance speech upon assuming leadership at the institution on Monday….
Travellers Kidnapped, One Shot on Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway
A harrowing incident unfolded on Sunday evening along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway as gunmen abducted over 20 travellers and inflicted injuries, leaving one victim hospitalized. The attack occurred between the Sagamu Area Command and Ilisan township, marking another troubling escalation in highway insecurity. Wemmy Osude, Chairman of Ilisan Development Council, confirmed the distressing events to PUNCH…
The court rules in favor of the Federal Government, dismissing Nnamdi Kanu’s N1 billion lawsuit.
A federal high court in Abuja has rejected a legal action brought forth by Nnamdi Kanu, who leads the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the federal government and Department of State Services (DSS). In a ruling issued on Monday, Judge James Omotosho stated that Kanu did not present convincing evidence to support his…