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Inside The Latest University Strike: What NASU & SSANU Are Fighting For
Fresh Strike Highlights Deepening Crisis in Nigeria’s University System Long-Running Disputes Reach Breaking Point NIGERIA’S public universities are once again facing disruption as NASU and SSANU begin an indefinite strike over unresolved agreements with the Federal Government. The industrial action, which begins from 1st May 2026, affects federal universities and inter-university centres across the country. […]
NNPC Records Breakthrough As OB3 Pipeline Crosses River Niger, Unlocking Gas Capacity
NNPC Achieves Key Engineering Breakthrough on OB3 Gas Pipeline River Niger Crossing Successfully Completed THE Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has recorded a major milestone with the successful completion of the River Niger crossing on the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipeline. The development, executed by the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company, marks one of the most […]
ADC, PDP Leadership Crises Head To Supreme Court As Judgments Loom Today
Supreme Court Rules on Party Leadership Disputes as ADC, PDP Await Verdicts Judgments Scheduled in High-Stakes Political Appeals The Supreme Court of Nigeria is set to deliver judgments today in two major political disputes involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), both of which have been embroiled in leadership crises […]
Delta Residents Demand Action As Achalla-Ibusa Road Deteriorates Further
Community Voices Concern Over Infrastructure Delays A group of youths and residents from Achalla-Ibusa, Delta State, on 30 April 2026, staged a peaceful protest at the Government House in Asaba, calling for urgent government action on the deteriorating condition of their major access road. The protest was led by Comrade Lawrence Nwanze, who described the […]
Fuel Cost Pressure Mounts As Dangote Refinery Pushes Diesel To ₦1,800
Diesel Price Surge Hits Nigerian Market DANGOTE Refinery has raised the price of diesel to ₦1,800 per litre, marking a significant increase that is expected to ripple across multiple sectors of the Nigerian economy. The adjustment underscores persistent volatility in the country’s downstream petroleum market, where pricing continues to reflect both domestic and global pressures. […]
Inside The Alleged Coup: Court Hears Details Of Plot To Overthrow Tinubu Government
Court Hears Explosive Testimony on Alleged Coup Plot FRESH revelations have emerged at the Federal High Court in Abuja as the Nigerian Army confirmed the existence of an alleged plot to overthrow the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. A key prosecution witness—an operative of the Nigerian Army Corps of Military Police—testified under anonymity, detailing how […]
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Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Bwala Says Past Criticism Of Tinubu Is ‘Politics’, Defends Al Jazeera Appearance
Bwala Responds to Interview Backlash SPECIAL Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to criticism that followed his recent interview on Al Jazeera, stating that he remains ready to defend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before any interviewer anywhere in the world. Bwala spoke on Saturday for […]
Campus Housing Crisis: Who Really Controls Student Futures?
Beyond Tuition: The Hidden Housing Burden in Nigerian Universities HIGHER education in Nigeria has long been framed as an affordable alternative to private institutions. Federal tuition remains comparatively low. Yet for thousands of students, affordability ends where accommodation begins. A new financial hierarchy now defines university life — one where landlords, agents and property developers […]
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Fuel Cost Pressure Mounts As Dangote Refinery Pushes Diesel To ₦1,800
Diesel Price Surge Hits Nigerian Market DANGOTE Refinery has raised the price of diesel to ₦1,800 per litre, marking a significant increase that is expected to ripple across multiple sectors of the Nigerian economy. The adjustment underscores persistent volatility in the country’s downstream petroleum market, where pricing continues to reflect both domestic and global pressures. […]
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher As Iran–US Standoff Intensifies
Oil Markets React to Escalating Iran–US Tensions GLOBAL oil prices climbed after reports that Iran has hardened its position on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint, while also accusing the United States of undermining diplomatic trust. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important oil transit routes, handling a […]
Customers Protest ATM Card Fee Hike, Urge CBN To Review New Charges
Fresh ATM Card Charges Trigger Customer Backlash BANK customers across Nigeria have expressed frustration over the recent increase in ATM card issuance and replacement fees, calling on the Central Bank of Nigeria to intervene and review rising banking costs. The complaints followed a new directive that raised the fee for regular debit and credit card […]
Imported Car Prices Remain High Despite Nigeria’s New Tariff Relief
Tariff Cut Sparks Hope, But Prices Stay High THE Federal Government’s recent decision to reduce tariffs on imported vehicles was expected to ease pressure on consumers and lower transport costs. Instead, industry checks suggest the anticipated relief may be limited, as hidden charges, exchange-rate pressures, and port-related costs continue to inflate final vehicle prices. Under […]
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ADC, PDP Leadership Crises Head To Supreme Court As Judgments Loom Today
Supreme Court Rules on Party Leadership Disputes as ADC, PDP Await Verdicts Judgments Scheduled in High-Stakes Political Appeals The Supreme Court of Nigeria is set to deliver judgments today in two major political disputes involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), both of which have been embroiled in leadership crises […]
Inside The Alleged Coup: Court Hears Details Of Plot To Overthrow Tinubu Government
Court Hears Explosive Testimony on Alleged Coup Plot FRESH revelations have emerged at the Federal High Court in Abuja as the Nigerian Army confirmed the existence of an alleged plot to overthrow the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. A key prosecution witness—an operative of the Nigerian Army Corps of Military Police—testified under anonymity, detailing how […]
Oborevwori Tasks Advisory Council On Policy Oversight, Grassroots Engagement
Governor Reinforces Inclusive Governance Agenda DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, unity, and people-centred leadership, while urging members of the State Advisory Council to deepen their engagement in shaping policy direction. The governor made the call during a meeting of the council at Government House in Asaba, where […]
Aniagwu: Oborevwori’s Inclusive Governance Model Offers Blueprint For National Unity
Oborevwori’s Governance Model in Focus DELTA State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, has described the governance approach of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as a viable model for strengthening national unity and sustainable development in Nigeria. Aniagwu made the remarks while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the centenary lecture of […]