Oil price rises to $108 as Iran describes US plan to end war one-sided
The price of crude oil in the international market continued to rise yesterday, with Iranian officials maintaining their criticism of the 15-point peace plan proposed by the United States to end the US-Israel war on the country, saying that it was one sided, unfair and skewed to favour US and Israel.Oil prices rose by 5.98 percent, […]
Disregard false claims of leniency toward terrorists, DHQ urges public
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as false and misleading narratives circulating on social media suggesting that the Armed Forces of Nigeria are prioritising leniency for terrorists over justice for victims.The military called on the public to disregard sensational and out-of-context interpretations of official statements and instead support ongoing efforts to restore lasting peace and […]
Southern Ijaw in chaos as alleged rapist of minor dies during flogging
Chaos erupted in Southern Ijaw on Wednesday after a 47-year-old man, identified simply as Emi, collapsed and died while undergoing a traditional punishment for the alleged rape of a 10-year-old girl in Ekeowe. According to community sources, the victim was returning from a farm with her aunt when Emi allegedly ambushed and assaulted her in a […]
N9bn dispute: Petrocam seeks discharge of account freeze, court adjourns ruling
Justice Chukwujekwu, Aneke of a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, yesterday, adjourned till April 30, 2026, to rule on an application by Petrocam Trading Nigeria Ltd, seeking to discharge an interim order freezing its bank accounts over an alleged N9.05 billion debt claimed by a commercial bank. The freezing order was earlier granted following […]
EDOHERMA Meets Stakeholders on Enforceable Regulatory Standards to Drive SHINE Agenda
As part of efforts towards the actualisation of the Sen. Monday Okpebholo-led administration’s SHINE Agenda, the Edo State Health Regulation and Monitoring Agency (EDOHERMA), has organised a one-day event to critically review and update regulatory guidelines for all health facility types in the State. The engagement tagged Project “Safecare Edo,” which held at the John […]
Mbappe scores as France shrug off red card to beat Brazil
Kylian Mbappe moved to within one goal of equalling France’s all-time scoring record with the opener in a 2-1 win over Brazil as two of the leading World Cup contenders faced off in a glamour friendly in the United States on Thursday. Mbappe ran through to beat goalkeeper Ederson with a delightful chipped finish to […]
Power sector reforms have attracted $2bn investments – Adelabu
Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu, says power sector reforms have attracted over two billion dollars fresh investments into the industry. Adelabu said this in Abuja on Thursday during the commissioning of the new headquarters of the Nigeria Electricity Liability Management Company (NELMCO). He said that the sector’s revenue grew by 70 per cent in 2024, […]
I’m not desperate for Iran deal – Trump
US President Donald Trump denied being “desperate” to make a deal with Iran Thursday, as he mixed threats with diplomacy in a push to wrap up his war in the Middle East. Holding his first cabinet meeting since the start of the joint US-Israeli operation, Trump insisted that Iran was being “beat to shit” and […]
State Police: IGP submits framework for establishment to the Senate
In preparation for the establishment of state police, the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has submitted a framework for the creation of State Police to the Senate. According to Disu, the move is part of efforts to decentralize policing in the country. On Thursday, the police chief submitted the framework to the Deputy […]
I’ve appealed bench warrant against me — Turaki
Factional PDP National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), has confirmed that he has appealed the bench warrant issued for his arrest by a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) following his absence at a scheduled court hearing. The bench warrant, issued by Justice Peter Kekemeke, was prompted by Turaki’s failure to appear in […]
