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Nigeria’s daily oil production rises 4.2% to 1.54mbpd — NUPRC.

Nigeria’s crude oil production recorded a notable increase in March 2026, rising by 4.2 per cent to an average of 1.546 million barrels per day (mbpd), up from 1.483 mbpd in February, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Data from the Commission’s latest production report also showed that crude oil output, excluding condensates, grew by 5.2 per cent to 1.382 mbpd in March, compared to 1.313 mbpd recorded in the previous month. The increase reflects ongoing efforts […]

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UNILAG lecturer raped me in his office, survivor tells court.

A 20-year-old student of the University of Lagos has told a Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja how a lecturer, Samuel Obinna Ojogbo, allegedly assaulted her in his office. The student gave her testimony before Justice Oyindamola Ogala while appearing as the first prosecution witness in the ongoing trial. The Lagos State Government is prosecuting the lecturer on a two-count charge bordering on rape and sexual assault. While being led in evidence by the prosecution counsel, A.O. Azeez, the […]

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Oyo Govt Approves Reconstruction Of Igboho-Kishi Road At ₦38.6 Billion, Ido-Eruwa Road At ₦50.3 Billion.

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening infrastructure and connectivity across the state, announcing a series of major project approvals aimed at linking all six geopolitical zones through durable road networks and improved public facilities. The development followed a recent State Executive Council meeting, where several key projects were approved to enhance transportation, energy, education, and security across the state. Among the major road projects approved is the reconstruction of the 30-kilometre Igboho–Kishi Road in the Oke-Ogun […]

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FG drops terrorism financing charge against ex-AGF Malami, son

The Federal Government has withdrawn the terrorism financing charge against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, replacing it with an amended charge of alleged illegal possession of arms and ammunition. The prosecution team, led by Akinlolu Kehinde, informed the court that the new charge followed the discovery of arms and live cartridges at Malami’s residence in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State. Following the amendment, Malami and his son were re-arraigned and both pleaded not guilty to […]

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JAMB: 2.2m candidates sit for 2026 UTME nationwide

The 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has commenced nationwide, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across accredited centres. The examination, organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), will run from April 16 to April 22 in multiple daily sessions. JAMB Registrar, Is-haq Oloyede, urged examination officials to uphold professionalism and dedication, noting that the success of the exercise depends largely on their performance. He gave the charge during a virtual briefing for technical officers ahead […]

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NCDC warns of cholera risk, other outbreaks as NiMET predicts flooding

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health advisory warning of an increased risk of cholera and other disease outbreaks following forecasted flooding in parts of the country. According to projections by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Federal Ministry of Environment, several states are expected to experience heavy rainfall and flooding between April 13 and 17, 2026. States identified as high-risk include Adamawa State, Enugu State, Kaduna State, Kogi State, Niger State, […]

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Tinubu congratulates Benin Republic’s president-elect Wadagni

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Romuald Wadagni on his election as President of Benin Republic, describing his victory as a clear expression of the confidence the Beninese people have in his leadership and public service record. Wadagni, currently serving as the country’s Minister of Finance, secured a decisive win in the presidential election held on April 12, 2026. In a personally signed message, Tinubu praised the government and citizens of Benin Republic for conducting a peaceful and orderly election. He […]

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NCDC identifies 10 states at risk of cholera outbreak.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has placed 10 states on high alert following forecasts of heavy rainfall and potential flooding, warning of an increased risk of disease outbreaks, particularly Cholera. Director-General of the agency, Jide Idris, said projections from the Federal Ministry of Environment and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency indicate that parts of Adamawa, Enugu, Kaduna, Kogi, Niger, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Taraba, and Kwara states are expected to experience intense rainfall between April 13 and 17, […]

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CBN proposes mediation panel for loan disputes.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has proposed the establishment of a Mediation and Dispute Resolution Panel to handle loan-related disputes and reduce the need for immediate court action in secured lending transactions. The proposal was outlined in a circular signed by the Acting Director of the Development Finance Advisory Department, P. I. Oluikpe, inviting stakeholders to submit comments on draft guidelines for the panel under the Secured Transactions in Movable Assets framework. According to the CBN, the panel will […]

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