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A gas explosion at a filling station in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State on Thursday, November 15, 2024, destroyed six vehicles, the state police command confirmed on Friday. According to the spokesperson for the Katsina State Police Command, ASP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, the explosion occurred when a truck loaded with gas cylinders caught fire … Read more
On Thursday, the military high command gathered to honor the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on November 5 after a brief illness. His remains were transported from Lagos to Abuja, marking the beginning of a solemn farewell attended by top military personnel, family, and notable dignitaries, including Lagos … Read more
Eight governorship candidates from various political parties have pledged their support for Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, ahead of the state’s upcoming gubernatorial election. Speaking on Thursday in Akure at an interactive event organized by the APC National Campaign Council’s Special Engagement Committee, Aiyedatiwa announced the endorsements, expressing … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has firmly dismissed claims that it has ceased the importation of refined petroleum products, calling recent reports a “misrepresentation and misinterpretation of facts.” The reports, which circulated widely online on Tuesday, suggested that NNPCL’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, had announced an end to fuel importation, citing … Read more
The House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions has ordered the arrest of Shamsudeen Adebayo Apelegun, the National Chairman of the Tricycle Association of Nigeria, for repeatedly failing to attend hearings regarding allegations of financial misappropriation and abuse of office. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently leading the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the State House in Abuja, which began at 1:11 pm. This marks the first FEC session after last Wednesday’s meeting was canceled due to the passing of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps … Read more
Former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa made his first public appearance since his release, joining Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at a service of songs held in honor of Mrs. Victoria Ossai Obielum, mother of politician Godwill Obielum. Okowa had been detained on November 4, 2024, over allegations of ₦1.3 trillion fraud but was released after four … Read more
Nigerian doctor and artist Fola David-Tolaram has achieved a historic milestone, setting the Guinness World Record for the largest individual drawing, as confirmed by Guinness World Records on Thursday. David-Tolaram’s masterpiece, titled “The Unity of Diversity,” spans an astonishing 1,004.7 square meters (10,814.5 square feet)—equivalent to nearly 3.8 tennis courts. The record-breaking artwork was created … Read more
Veteran gospel actor and producer Moses Korede Are, known affectionately as Baba Gbenro for his role in the popular Mount Zion series Abattoir, has reportedly passed away. The news was shared on Thursday by fellow gospel actor and producer Oluwaseun Adejumobi via his verified Instagram account. Adejumobi’s message read, “Heaven’s Gain Again. A General Has … Read more
Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has defended his controversial efforts to reduce the number of beggars in Abuja, stating that some individuals could be serving as informants for terrorists. In October, Wike launched a “war on beggars” to prevent the capital from becoming “a city of beggars,” a move that drew criticism, particularly from … Read more
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s chances of securing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential ticket for the 2027 election, asserting that it “will simply not happen.” In a live media interview on Wednesday in Abuja, Wike argued that Atiku had repeatedly presented his … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited announced key leadership changes on Wednesday, appointing Mr. Adedapo Segun as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Mr. Udobong Ntia as Executive Vice President (EVP) for Upstream. In a statement issued by NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Mr. Olufemi Soneye, the national oil company also appointed Mr. … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Gas Marketing Limited (NGML), a subsidiary of NNPC Limited, has signed a Gas Sale and Purchase Agreement with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals, Lagos, to supply natural gas for power generation and as feedstock for the refinery. The agreement was executed by NGML’s Managing Director, Justin Ezeala, and Dangote Group’s … Read more
National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu has issued a firm warning against any actions that obstruct security efforts under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, pledging a zero-tolerance stance on threats to national safety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Speaking at the Comptroller General of Customs Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Ribadu underscored the government’s commitment to rooting … Read more
FG has collaborated with the U.S. and France to investigate the helicopter crash. Search efforts involving over 60 personnel are still ongoing. Cameroon assisted in the search after Nigerian authorities extended efforts. The Nigerian government has confirmed that the United States and France will join the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) in investigating the wreckage … Read more
The Nigerian government has vowed to take decisive action to dismantle Lakurawa, a newly formed terror group blamed for a series of violent attacks across the Northwestern region of the country. The group has been linked to numerous deadly incidents and cattle thefts in Sokoto and Kebbi states. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host … Read more
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Nigeria on Saturday, marking the first visit by an Indian leader to the country in 17 years. Invited by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Prime Minister Modi’s visit is set to reinforce the strategic partnership between India and Nigeria, with a focus on expanding cooperation in energy, … Read more
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to Ikeja and Eko Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), cautioning them against disregarding its directive regarding meter replacements. FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, reaffirmed on Wednesday that the commission’s directive to halt all replacement activities involving Unistar meters remains in force … Read more
Out of 38 directors competing for permanent secretary positions in the Federal Civil Service, half have failed to pass the qualifying examination. In October, the Federal Government, through the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), initiated the selection process to fill vacant permanent secretary roles across eight states. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
The Federal Government’s Committee on Local Government Autonomy has concluded its work and signed a technical document supporting financial independence for local governments, which will soon be presented to President Bola Tinubu. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win Thousands Of ‘Trained’ … Read more