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The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially ordered an immediate suspension of demolitions in Makoko. This legislative directive follows a critical meeting between lawmakers and representatives of the distressed waterfront community. Members of the House Committee on Urban Development visited the area to assess the ongoing destruction. They instructed relevant ministries to halt…
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a sharp rebuke of President Bola Tinubu’s recent international travels. He accused the President of prioritising foreign engagements over the escalating domestic challenges facing the Nigerian people. Speaking in Ibadan during the golden jubilee celebration of Oyo State, Obi described January as a “distressing month.” He highlighted the…
The World Bank Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, has commenced a high-level visit to Nigeria. Her mission focuses on evaluating the progress of ongoing energy reforms and national job creation initiatives. Arriving today, Sunday February 1, 2026, this visit signals a critical juncture in the relationship between the global lender and Abuja. The strategic…
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…
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has challenged the Nigerian military command over its recent conduct. He argues the military should have apologised for initially denying an alleged coup attempt. The senior advocate spoke during a live interview on Tuesday afternoon. The controversy began when the military high command dismissed reports of a plot last week….
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…
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…
A somber mood has enveloped Gombe State following a fatal road accident on Saturday that claimed the lives of seven journalists and media workers. Four others sustained varying injuries in the crash. The tragedy occurred near Kumo town in the Akko Local Government Area. According to officials, the victims were returning from a colleague’s…
The leadership of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State has publicly appealed to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to remain within the party and resist any move to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The plea was delivered by the State Party Chairman, Alhaji Suleiman Dungurawa, during a press conference held…
In an unconventional holiday safety drive, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has earned widespread commendation from motorists and passengers for distributing free bottled water along major travel corridors nationwide. Dubbed the “Free Water Campaign,” the initiative, personally championed by Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, aims to combat driver fatigue and dehydration during the peak…
