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Nigeria Ranks 22nd Globally for Cheapest Petrol Prices (full list)

January 7, 2024 Gideon Ese

A recent report, ‘Global Petrol Prices, Octane-95, January 1, 2024,’ has highlighted significant disparities in gasoline costs worldwide, positioning Nigeria at 22nd place for the cheapest petrol globally. Tinubu Orders…

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Two Injured as Truck Falls Off Lagos Bridge

January 7, 2024 Gideon Ese

On Sunday, a 40-foot flatbed truck careened off a bridge near Ijora Olopa in Lagos, resulting in injuries to both the driver and a motor boy. The Lagos State Traffic…

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Tinubu Approves N12bn for Outstanding Payments to Super Eagles, Others

January 7, 2024 Gideon Ese

The Federal Government in a significant move to boost morale and support Nigerian sports, President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the disbursement of N12 billion to settle…

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NNPCL Rewards Wife Who Wakes up every 4:50 a.m to prepare breakfast for husband with N200,000 Petrol Voucher

January 6, 2024 Gideon Ese

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in a heart-warming gesture, has extended a thoughtful gift to a woman named #_Debbie_OA, who garnered attention for her unwavering commitment to waking…

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Wike on Rivers Crisis: When time comes We Will Know Who is in charge

January 6, 2024 Gideon Ese

Port Harcourt, Rivers State – In a noteworthy turn of events, Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, paid a visit on Saturday to Chief Victor Giadom, the…

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Ngige Defends Former President Buhari Administration, Lauds its Accomplishment

January 6, 2024 Gideon Ese

Former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, staunchly defended the legacy of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government led by former President Muhammadu Buhari, asserting that it was…

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CAN Distributes 600 Bags of Rice to Jigawa Christians

January 6, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a heartwarming gesture, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has distributed 600 bags of rice to Christians in Jigawa, bringing festive cheer to the community. Rev. Father Morris Collins…

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Eze Samuel Ohiri, Former Chairman of Imo Council of Traditional Rulers, Abducted by Gunmen

January 6, 2024 Gideon Ese

Gunmen stormed Orodo community in a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through Imo State, Eze Samuel Ohiri, the former chairman of the Imo State Council of Traditional Rulers, known…

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Nigerian Newspapers Digest: 10 things to know today, January 6, 2024

January 6, 2024 Omajemite Don

Top Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers – January 6, 2024 Good morning! Here’s a summary of key stories from Nigerian Newspapers for this Thursday morning: 1. EFCC Summons Dangote Group Officials…

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Akeredolu’s Remains Return Home: A Solemn Arrival from Germany [Photos]

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a poignant moment that marked the end of a chapter, the remains of the late Governor of Ondo State, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu, arrived in Nigeria on Friday, nine days…

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What I Learned While In Kuje Prison – Former Governor Convicted for Fraud Opens Up

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

Former Governor of Taraba State, Jolly Tavoro Nyame, shared profound insights gained during his time in the Kuje correctional center and hospital. He expressed a commitment to evolve into a…

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DESOPADEC: Internal Strife Stalls Development in Delta State Oil Communities

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

The Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) finds itself entangled in internal discord, halting vital development initiatives for oil communities. Allegations of nepotism, highhandedness, and governance issues have…

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Oscar Pistorius Released from South Africa Prison

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

Oscar Pistorius, the renowned double-amputee Paralympic and Olympic sprinter, has been released from Atteridgeville Correctional Centre on parole, marking the latest chapter in a case that captivated the world over…

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Port Harcourt Refinery Set to Resume Operations after Successful Test-Run

January 5, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a significant development for Nigeria’s energy sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has announced the imminent completion of the test runs at the Port Harcourt refinery, marking…

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NLC President Ajaero Reveals When New Minimum Wage Payment Will Begin

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a recent announcement, the President of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, shed light on the expected timeline for the commencement of payments for the new minimum wage…

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NIDCOM Will Ensure Justice is Served for Afolabi’s Death, Says Dabiri Erewa

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has pledged that the commission will ensure justice is served in the tragic case of Afolabi Stephen, a…

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Nigerian Community Mourns Tragic Death of 19-Year-Old Student Shot by Canadian Police

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a somber turn of events, the Nigerian Community of Manitoba is grappling with the loss of Afolabi Stephen, a 19-year-old Nigerian student, who tragically lost his life in an…

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Former Sierra Leone President Koroma Seeks Asylum in Nigeria Amidst Treason Charges

January 4, 2024 Gideon Ese

Controversy surrounds the recent decision by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to relocate former Sierra Leonean President, Ernest Bai Koroma, to Nigeria following treason charges. The move,…

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Nigerian Newspapers Digest: 10 things to know today, January 4, 2024

January 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

Top Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers – January 4, 2024 Good morning! Here’s a summary of key stories from Nigerian Newspapers for this Thursday morning:   1. Federal Government Expands Sanctions…

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Sadiya Umar-Farouq Shuns EFCC Invitation Amidst Alleged N37.1bn Fraud Probe

January 3, 2024 Gideon Ese

In a recent twist to an ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, failed to…

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