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08 Apr 25

Reverse Fubara’s suspension, US Law Institute tells Tinubu

ABUJA – The United States-based Institute of Law Research and Development, ILAWDUN, yesterday, called on President Bola Tinubu to reverse the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, warning that failure to do so could irreparably damage his legacy. It stressed that such a decision undermines democratic principles and…

08 Apr 25

Naira Falls To N1,629/$ Despite $668m CBN Intervention

The naira yesterday depreciated to ₦1,629 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) despite an intervention of $688.8 million by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Data published by the apex bank showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose to N1,629 per dollar from N1,600…

07 Apr 25

NDLEA arrests 75-year-old man, siblings for drugs

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested a 75-year-old grandfather, Nna Nnanna Felix, and two brothers, John Abugu, 43, and Kenneth Abugu, 31, in separate operations against illicit drug activities. The Abugu brothers were arrested on Thursday at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos while attempting…

04 Apr 25

Nigeria Climbs One Place In Latest FIFA Rankings

The latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday has seen Nigeria climb up one place, moving to 43rd in the world. The Super Eagles rounded off 2024 in the 44th position following unimpressive performances in the international break towards the end of 2024. But a 2-0 victory over Rwanda and in…

04 Apr 25

Kwankwaso’s camp loses suit challenging NNPP leadership

The leadership dispute within the New Nigeria Peoples Party took a significant turn on Thursday as a High Court in the Federal Capital Territory dismissed a lawsuit filed by a faction loyal to Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. The suit sought to challenge the legitimacy of the party’s current leadership under its…

04 Apr 25

Oyo tightens security ahead of Alaafin’s Saturday coronation

As the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, takes place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Oyo State government has put in place heightened security measures, including the deployment of security operatives at strategic locations within the ancient city and surrounding communities. Oba Owoade, who was…

03 Apr 25

Tears for ‘Success’: Family recounts boxer’s final moments, deny debt claim

Like a candle snuffed out before it has burned its full light, leaving behind shadows where warmth should have been, late Nigerian boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju leaves behind questions without answers following his shocking death in the ring in Ghana, PETER AKINBO writes On Wednesday, March 26, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju packed his…

03 Apr 25

NNPCL raises petrol pump price to N950/litre

After initial hesitation, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has increased the pump price of petrol to N925 per litre at its retail stations in Lagos and N950 per litre in Abuja. The new price regime, effective from April 2, 2025, represents an increase of N65 from the previous price…

02 Apr 25

NNPCL welcomes Ojulari, bids Kyari farewell

The management and staff of NNPC Limited have welcomed the newly appointed Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Bayo Ojulari, and the Board of Directors. The PUNCH reports that President Bola Tinubu appointed Ojulari to replace Mele Kyari in the early hours of Wednesday while also restructuring the NNPCL board. A…

April 2, 2025
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The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja has dismissed the petition filed by the Action Alliance and Adekunle Omoaje against the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress and the Independent National Electoral Commission. In its judgment on Wednesday, the three-member tribunal struck out the petition,…

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Reverse Fubara’s suspension, US Law Institute tells Tinubu

Naira Falls To N1,629/$ Despite $668m CBN Intervention

NDLEA arrests 75-year-old man, siblings for drugs

Nigeria Climbs One Place In Latest FIFA Rankings

Kwankwaso’s camp loses suit challenging NNPP leadership

Oyo tightens security ahead of Alaafin’s Saturday coronation

Tears for ‘Success’: Family recounts boxer’s final moments, deny debt claim

NNPCL raises petrol pump price to N950/litre

NNPCL welcomes Ojulari, bids Kyari farewell

BREAKING: Edo tribunal dismisses Action Alliance’s petition against Okpebholo, APC

Nigeria beat Jamaica 5-4 on penalties to win Unity Cup

ADC: Obasanjo-aligned, ‘untainted’ by APC: Atiku, Obi, El-Rufai’s possible 2027 vehicle?

PDP: How Makinde, Wike fell apart

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