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Minister of Works, David Umahi, has expressed concern over the practice of parking fuel tankers and other heavy-duty vehicles on newly completed roads, warning that it threatens the durability of critical infrastructure. Umahi spoke at the weekend during an inspection of the Aleto Bridge project in Rivers State. In a statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Francis Nwaze, the minister said he recently observed that a completed […]

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has confirmed that it has submitted its input on the proposed state police framework to the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, with the document expected to proceed to the National Assembly for legislative consideration. The disclosure was made on Sunday by the Chairman of the NGF and Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at his Ikoyi residence in […]

The Nigeria Labour Congress has proposed merging the Federal Ministries of Petroleum and Power into a single Ministry of Energy as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis. The union also rejected the Federal Government’s proposed N6 trillion bailout for electricity generation and distribution companies, arguing that public funds should not be used to support failed private businesses. NLC President Joe Ajaero made the position known in a […]

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has called on troops of Operation Fasan Yamma and other Nigerian Army formations to remain united, disciplined, and steadfast in defending the country as Muslims across Nigeria celebrate Eid-el-Fitr. Shaibu gave the charge on Sunday during a special Eid-el-Fitr Sallah luncheon organised for frontline troops within the 8 Division Area of Responsibility in Dan-Ali, Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State. Represented […]

Nollywood actor Wale Akorede, popularly known as Okunnu, has stirred reactions online after speaking about the rising cost of petrol and the worsening economic situation in Nigeria. In a video shared on his Instagram page on Sunday, the veteran actor lamented the sharp increase in fuel prices, noting that petrol rose from ₦1,240 per litre on March 21, 2026, to ₦1,340 per litre the following day. “Today is the 22nd […]

There are growing indications that airfares may rise in the coming weeks following a sharp increase in the cost of aviation fuel, commonly known as Jet A1, a development already putting pressure on airline operations and pointing to higher ticket prices for passengers. The surge in Jet A1 prices is largely linked to the crisis in the Middle East, which has disrupted crude oil production and movement across countries, worsening […]

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has urged the Nigeria Police Trust Fund to prioritise welfare interventions for junior-ranked officers, highlighting their crucial role in frontline policing across the country. Disu made the appeal while receiving the Executive Secretary of the Fund, Mohammed Sheidu, alongside members of its Board of Directors during a courtesy visit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the Nigeria […]

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency has sealed off Bond Chemicals Industries Limited in Oyo State over alleged violations of environmental regulations. The enforcement action followed a public complaint which was subsequently verified, revealing that the company was discharging untreated effluent into the environment. According to the agency, a compliance inspection carried out by officials from its South West Zonal Office on February 18, 2026, found that the […]

The administration of Donald Trump is considering the deployment of thousands of American troops as part of a potential escalation in its military campaign against Iran. The proposed move is aimed at securing safe passage for oil tankers through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, with operations expected to rely heavily on air and naval forces. Iranian naval assets, including warships and submarines, have reportedly been key targets in ongoing […]