Abia State Governor Alex Otti has approved the takeover of Afro Beverages by NEPAL Energies Limited in a strategic move to revive the company and boost the state’s economy. Afro Beverages, located in Aba, was recently acquired by the state government from the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria as part of efforts to resuscitate struggling…
Temitope Ajayi, presidential aide, says Nigeria’s naira-for-crude policy is shielding the country from global fuel disruptions amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Ajayi said the initiative has helped maintain energy stability despite the ongoing crisis involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. He explained that the policy allows local refineries, including the Dangote Petroleum…
The Obidient Movement has called for a nationwide protest and demanded the immediate resignation of the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan. In a statement posted on X on Thursday, Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the movement, said the protest, tagged #OccupyINEC, will begin across the country. The call follows INEC’s…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Professor Shu’aibu Shehu Aliyu as the new Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF). Aliyu replaces Ahmed Galadima Aminu, who stepped down to pursue his governorship ambition in Adamawa State ahead of the 2027 elections. The new PTDF boss previously served as Executive Secretary of the National Commission…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says it will go ahead with its planned congresses and convention despite the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) withdrawing recognition of the David Mark-led national working committee (NWC). INEC had on Tuesday announced it would no longer recognise the Mark-led leadership pending the determination of court cases involving the party….
Dino Melaye, former senator representing Kogi West, has accused President Bola Tinubu of undermining democratic principles. Melaye, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), spoke on Thursday during an appearance on The Morning Brief, a programme on Channels Television. He alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is attempting to weaken opposition parties,…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of acting under pressure from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in its decision to discontinue recognition of the David Mark-led national working committee (NWC). INEC had on Tuesday announced that it would stop recognising the Mark-led leadership of the party following…
Alex Barbir, an American missionary, says Nigeria is experiencing conditions that amount to war, citing persistent killings across parts of the country. Barbir spoke on Thursday during an interview on News Central. His comments follow recent attacks in Plateau and other parts of Nigeria’s Middle Belt. He said he has witnessed repeated violence since arriving…
The Kaduna State Government set to sign a major agreement with the University of London to expand distance online learning opportunities at Kaduna State University (KASU). According to the Commissioner for Education, Abubakar Sambo. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) will mark a significant step toward modernizing the state’s education system and aligning it with global…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has made a significant international move, exporting jet fuel to the United Kingdom amid growing global supply challenges. This development positions Nigeria as a rising alternative supplier to Europe, especially as traditional Middle Eastern sources face disruptions. A cargo of jet fuel from the Lekki-based refinery recently arrived in the UK, marking…
