Aliko Dangote refinery in Nigeria is rapidly emerging as a critical energy hub, with African governments scrambling to secure fuel supplies amid worsening global disruptions. However, The refinery is now experiencing a surge in demand from countries across the continent, highlighting its growing strategic importance in Africa’s energy security. South Africa Moves to Secure Long-Term…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested the alleged organiser of a controversial festival in Ozoro community, Isoko North LGA, where men reportedly sexually assaulted women. The police also arrested four other suspects linked to the incident. In a statement on Friday, Bright Edafe, spokesperson of the command, said the arrests followed a directive by…
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s 2023 governorship candidate in Lagos, has criticised the federal government’s handling of security, describing it as insensitive. He made the remark on Friday while speaking on Arise TV’s morning programme. Rhodes-Vivour faulted the presence of top security officials in the United Kingdom, saying they travelled at a time a bomb…
The Delta State Police Command has ordered a full investigation into an alleged festival in Ozoro community where men reportedly assaulted women. The directive followed a viral video showing women crying for help as groups of men harassed and attacked them in public. An X user, identified as Teniola, alleged that several girls were raped…
Usher and Justin Bieber reportedly had a tense exchange at Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s Oscars after-party, according to multiple sources. Witnesses at the star-studded event described the confrontation as intense, with some initially speculating it might have turned physical. However, sources close to Bieber told TMZ that no physical altercation occurred. They described the incident as…
Nigerian Breweries Plc has officially launched “Big Fiesta,” a vibrant new cultural platform aimed at powering Nigeria’s next wave of nationwide celebrations. Although, Positioned as the first major social moment of the year, Big Fiesta designed to bring Nigerians together through music, immersive experiences, and shared cultural moments across multiple cities. What is ‘Big Fiesta’?…
Petrol Price Panic in Nigeria; Nigerians are bracing for another possible surge in petrol prices as global crude oil climbed sharply to $114 per barrel. The spike has triggered widespread concern across the country, where petrol is already selling between ₦1200 and ₦1400 per litre in several regions. For many households and businesses, this raises…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has raised fresh concerns over the sudden spike in global oil price, describing the situation as “crazy” amid escalating geopolitical tensions. Speaking in an interview with The Economist on March 12 from his office in Lagos, Dangote revealed that crude oil prices jumped by about 10% within just a few…
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called for deeper economic and security cooperation between Nigeria and the United Kingdom during a key bilateral meeting with Keir Starmer. The meeting took place at 10 Downing Street on the final day of Tinubu’s historic two-day state visit to the UK. Focus on Trade and Economic Growth President Tinubu emphasized…
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, has urged Muslims to support the vulnerable as they celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Obi made the call in a post on X on Friday. The former Anambra governor congratulated Muslim faithful on the completion of Ramadan. He described the fasting period as…
