ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Major Energy Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) are anticipating a slight decrease in the retail cost of petrol once operations commence at the Port Harcourt Refining Company. IPMAN and MEMAN have expressed readiness to procure products …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has provided insight into his recent visit to break the Ramadan fast at the Maraba-Nyanya International Market Central Mosque in Abuja, was driven by a desire to understand the challenges faced by Nigerians enduring widespread …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has strongly denounced the abduction of Lagos-based journalist and FirstNews Editor, Segun Olatunji, allegedly by suspected soldiers. Olatunji, a seasoned journalist, was reportedly taken from his Lagos residence by ten armed men on Friday, March 15, 2024, with his whereabouts remaining …

WARRI, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has formally apologized to the esteemed Delta State first-class monarch, Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, following a mistaken invitation concerning alleged cases of attempted murder and assault. The invitation, which arose from a petition purportedly against the monarch, sparked …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, OON, as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive with effect from June 1, 2024, subject to approval by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). She takes over from Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, whose five-year term expires on May …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed strong confidence in the All Progressives Congress (APC)’s prospects for victory in the upcoming gubernatorial election in Edo State. Speaking on Monday, March 18, 2024, in Abuja during the presentation of the party’s flag to the Edo gubernatorial candidate, Senator Monday …

ABEOKUTA , OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The N5 billion Ogun State Intervention Palliative meant to cushion the impact of the current economic challenges in the country is having direct impacts on the people of the Gateway State. This was stated on Monday, March 18, 2024 by the Special Adviser to …

Chapel of Glory, a Nondenominational Worship Centre of Ogun State Christian Pilgrim Welfare Board has donated school uniforms, sandals amongst others to over 40 less privileged pupils to promote wellbeing and improve their academic performance.  The Executive Secretary of the Board, Mr. Ibiyemi Oduyemi who led the team at presentation of …

ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – The President & Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has expressed deep sorrow and condemnation over the tragic killing of 15 gallant soldiers in Okuoma Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. These soldiers were on …

TEXAS, USA – Paul Alexander, the man who spent over seven decades living in an iron lung, has passed away at the age of 78. His death was confirmed by a fundraiser for his healthcare, though further details were not provided. Christopher Ulmer, the organizer and disability-rights activist, shared the …