The Federal Government has urged Nigerians residing in South Africa who feel their lives are under threat to take advantage of the ongoing evacuation programme, warning that the security situation remains uncertain amid renewed xenophobic attacks. The appeal follows the recent killing of two Nigerian nationals, Musa Yunana Joe and Charles Iroegbu, incidents that have heightened concerns over the safety of Nigerians living in the country. Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]

Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported approximately 466,000 metric tonnes of aviation fuel to Europe in June 2026, reinforcing Nigeria's growing position as a major supplier of refined petroleum products to the international market. The June shipment, estimated at about 582.5 million litres of jet fuel, is valued at roughly N757 billion, based on an average domestic price of N1,300 per litre. The export volume represents the refinery's highest monthly jet fuel […]

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a masquerade identified as Asoleke over the alleged killing of a 24-year-old man, Sefiu Kehinde, during a masquerade procession in the Labiran area of Ibadan. The incident, which has sparked concern among residents, is currently under investigation, with the police intensifying efforts to apprehend four other suspects believed to have participated in the fatal attack. According to the police, the incident was reported […]

  The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of the Vikings Confraternity during an intelligence-led operation targeting cult-related activities in Uyo, the state capital. The suspects, identified as Dick Udofia, Emem Charles and Ubong Matthew, were apprehended during a raid on a residential building located off Abak Road, which police said had been under surveillance following intelligence reports linking it to cultism and illicit drug activities. […]