Obafemi Fawibe

4.85 Million Electricity Consumers Still Lack Meters

Federal Government Reaffirms Ban on Meter Sales as New Distribution Phase Begins

The Federal Government has issued a stern warning against the illegal sale of electricity meters. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, reaffirmed this stance during a strategic ministerial briefing in Abuja. He stated clearly that consumers must not pay out-of-pocket for these essential measuring devices. This directive aims to protect Nigerians from arbitrary charges imposed by…

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Fela Kuti Makes History as First African to Receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

Fela Kuti Makes History as First African to Receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

The Recording Academy has conferred a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award upon the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. This historic announcement establishes the Afrobeat pioneer as the first African artist to receive this honor. The Academy recognizes his unparalleled contributions to global music, social activism, and the arts. Consequently, Fela joins an elite group of musicians whose work…

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Witness Details Systematic Siphoning of ₦5.6bn Kogi Local Government Funds into Private Accounts

Witness Details Systematic Siphoning of ₦5.6bn Kogi Local Government Funds into Private Accounts Under Yahaya Bello

  A startling revelation emerged on thursday 29th January, 2026, at the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja regarding Kogi State. An Economic and Financial Crimes Commission witness detailed the diversion of ₦5.6 billion from local accounts. The funds allegedly moved from local government coffers into various private company bank accounts. This testimony forms a…

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Crude Surges as Hormuz Peace Deal Falters

Bonny Light Hits $78 as U.S.-Iran Tensions Set Global Oil Markets Ablaze

Global energy markets witnessed a dramatic convulsion yesterday as crude oil prices surged to new heights. Nigeria’s premium grade, Bonny Light, soared to $78 per barrel following intensified rhetoric from Washington. This price level represents the highest peak for the national crude grade since last August. Concurrently, the international benchmark, Brent crude, rallied by nearly…

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Nicki Minaj Flaunts $1 Million Trump Gold Card, Declares Herself President’s "Number One Fan"

Nicki Minaj Flaunts $1 Million Trump Gold Card, Declares Herself President’s “Number One Fan”

  Global rap sensation Nicki Minaj has stirred significant social media conversation by showcasing a high-value “Trump Gold Card.” The musician proudly displayed the card, claiming it holds a staggering value of one million dollars. In a viral video, she declared herself the “number one fan” of the United States President. This public endorsement marks…

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Nigerian Air Force Strike Kills 56 at Border Market

Nigerian Troops Neutralise ISWAP Fighters Following Deadly Ambush in Borno

A series of fierce encounters in the Lake Chad Basin has highlighted the volatile security situation in Borno State this week. On Tuesday, reports emerged of a devastating ambush by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists targeting a military patrol near Damask. The insurgents utilized a combination of pre-planted explosives and sustained gunfire to…

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Court Admits Emefiele’s Statements in Alleged $4.5bn Fraud Trial

Court Sets Accelerated Timeline to Conclude Emefiele’s Naira Redesign Trial

A Federal High Court has moved to expedite the trial of former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele. The court announced its intention to conclude the proceedings within the next ten days. This decision follows months of legal arguments surrounding the controversial 2022 Naira redesign policy. Furthermore, the presiding judge has established a final deadline in…

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