Author: Olakunle Oke
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Frustrations are bubbling over at the pump again, with independent petroleum marketers under the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) accusing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) of causing delays in fuel supply. The result? Boycotts of NNPCL and forced reliance on pricier private depots, pushing pump prices up and squeezing wallets across […]
A pall of fear hangs over Mangu town in Plateau state, as the 24-hour curfew imposed by Governor Celeb Mutfwang after Tuesday’s fresh killings seems powerless to quell the ongoing violence. Residents report continued horror, with gunmen storming communities, firing indiscriminately, and setting houses ablaze. Despite the restrictions on movement, attackers reportedly reached several areas, […]
Building a city that can weather any storm – that’s the ambitious vision behind the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency’s (LASEMA) groundbreaking initiative: the Disaster Risk Reduction Policy and Framework for Emergency Management Fund. This comprehensive document charts a course towards a safer and more resilient Lagos, reducing the impact of disasters and creating a […]
A pall of disappointment and fury hangs over the Ghanaian camp after their 2-2 draw against Mozambique yesterday, effectively dashing their dreams of a Round of 16 berth in the ongoing AfCON. With high stakes riding on the match, the Black Stars’ failure to secure victory sparked an ugly reaction from enraged fans who targeted […]
Africa’s musical giants, Burna Boy and Tems, reign supreme as the Nigerian artists with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries, a testament to their global impact. The “African Giant” cemented his place in history this week as his latest collaboration, “Just Like Me” featuring 21 Savage and Metro Boomin, debuted at #67 on the prestigious […]
Hope dims for dozens buried under a landslide in China’s southwest as the confirmed death toll reaches 20. The pre-dawn disaster, which struck Zhenxiong County in Yunnan province, swallowed 18 homes and forced the evacuation of over 200 people. More than 30 agonizing hours have passed since the earth tore loose, leaving 24 individuals missing […]
In a pivotal move to boost trade and investment, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Indian government signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Monday, January 22nd, 2024. The ceremony, held at the Indian High Commission in Abuja, witnessed the exchange of letters of intent that further solidify the bilateral relationship between the two […]
Ondo State awaits the final send-off for its former governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, who passed away on December 27th, 2023, after a courageous battle with prostrate cancer. In a statement released recently, the Akeredolu family confirmed the burial date as February 23rd, 2024, igniting preparations across the state for a somber yet momentous occasion. Akeredolu’s tenure […]
Tensions simmer at the Plateau State House of Assembly as 16 expelled lawmakers, despite their removal by the Appeal Court, vow to resume their legislative duties today. To head off potential clashes, the state police command has deployed a heavy security contingent, blanketing the Old Government House with a fortress of armed officers. The move […]
William Troost-Ekong has been ruled out of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations Group A clash with Guinea-Bissau. Troost-Ekong, sustained a hamstring injury in Super Eagles’ 1-0 victory against hosts Cote d’Ivoire last week Thursday. The centre-back scored the winning goal for Nigeria in the keenly contested encounter. The PAOK Salonica of Greece player could […]
