Obafemi Fawibe

Troops Neutralise Two Bandits and Recover AK-47 in Successful Benue State Ambush

Troops Neutralise Two Bandits and Recover AK-47 in Successful Benue State Ambush

In a decisive strike against insecurity, Nigerian Army troops have neutralised two bandits during a successful ambush in Benue State. The operation occurred on Monday as part of ongoing efforts to clear criminal hideouts within the North-Central region. This tactical victory underscores the military’s commitment to restoring peace in communities long plagued by banditry and…

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PayPal Returns to Nigeria: Partners With Paga After 13-Year Wait

In a landmark shift for Nigeria’s fintech landscape, global payment giant PayPal has officially re-entered the country. This return comes via a strategic partnership with Paga, Nigeria’s leading mobile payment platform. The collaboration ends a 13-year wait since Paga first proposed a partnership to the American firm. Consequently, this move promises to bridge the gap…

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Bayern Munich Initiate Extension Talks with England Captain Harry Kane

Bayern Munich have officially opened negotiations to extend Harry Kane’s contract at the Allianz Arena. Sporting Director Max Eberl confirmed the development during a recent industry event in Germany. Although Kane’s current deal lasts until 2027, the club wants to secure his long-term future. The proposed new agreement could potentially keep the prolific striker in…

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Tammy Abraham Returns to Premier League as Aston Villa Agrees £18m Deal With Besiktas

The January transfer window has delivered a remarkable financial manoeuvre involving Turkish giants Besiktas and Aston Villa. Striker Tammy Abraham is officially returning to the English Premier League following a successful stint in Turkey. Consequently, the move marks the end of his partnership with Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi at Besiktas. Besiktas triggered a mandatory purchase…

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Nigeria Customs Hits ₦7.28 Trillion Revenue Peak; Demands New Security Integration

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a significant financial breakthrough for the 2025 fiscal year. The agency generated a record-breaking ₦7.28 trillion in total revenue. This figure represents a massive surge compared to previous annual collections. Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, shared these details during a recent press briefing. This revenue performance exceeded the…

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National Grid Collapses Again: Nigeria Plunged into Darkness for Second Time This Week

Nigeria’s electricity grid suffered another total collapse on Tuesday morning. This failure plunged vast sections of the country into immediate darkness. Data from the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) showed zero megawatts. This occurred at approximately 11:00 am across all distribution companies. The incident marks the second major grid failure within just five days. The…

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Tinubu Affirms US-Nigeria Security Ties Strategic, Deploys 7,000 Forest Guards Nationwide

President Bola Tinubu has described Nigeria’s security alliance with the United States as a strategic priority. This cooperation focuses on counterterrorism and protecting vulnerable citizens. Nigerian troops lead these operations to ensure national sovereignty remains intact. Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, represented the President at a conference in Kano on Monday. He addressed the Centre…

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Dangote Refinery Ends Festive Subsidy, Sets New Pump Price at ₦839 per Litre

The Dangote Petrochemical Refinery has announced a strategic realignment of its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) pricing, marking the end of its seasonal price support programme. Under the new pricing structure released on Monday, the refinery’s gantry price has moved to ₦799 per litre, while the retail pump price at MRS stations nationwide is now set…

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NASS Resumes Plenary, Prioritises ₦58.47 Trillion Budget and Landmark Electoral Reforms.

The National Assembly reconvened for plenary on Tuesday, with a packed legislative agenda focused on Nigeria’s fiscal future and the integrity of its democratic processes. Top of the priority list is the rigorous scrutiny of President Bola Tinubu’s proposed ₦58.47 trillion 2026 budget, which was initially presented to a joint session last December. Senate Leader,…

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