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Former President Donald Trump was confirmed safe after shots were fired near Trump National Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday. Trump was golfing at the club when the incident occurred. His campaign communications director, Steven Cheung, stated, “President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further details at this time.” … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has insisted that it paid ₦898 per litre for petrol purchased from Dangote Refinery. Olufemi Soneye, NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, reiterated this in response to a statement from the refinery. Earlier, Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of Dangote, had denied NNPCL’s claim, stating that … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his working visits to China and the United Kingdom. This was disclosed in a video shared by his Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, on Sunday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced that the sale of subsidised rice to the public will begin on Monday, following an earlier distribution to civil and public servants. This initiative aims to alleviate the rising cost of rice, which has soared to as high as N90,000 per 50kg bag in some states. … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump was swiftly evacuated by Secret Service agents after a shooting incident occurred while he was at the Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida. According to law enforcement sources, Secret Service personnel opened fire on a man after spotting what appeared to be the barrel of a gun. … Read more
The Department of State Services (DSS) has denied involvement in the arrest of Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Sowore, who was detained on Sunday morning, revealed on his official X account that he had been held by the Nigerian Immigration Service, … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has revealed that it purchased fuel from Dangote Refinery at ₦898 per litre. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights Amendment Bill Passes Second Reading EKO HOT BLOG reports that on Saturday, the NNPCL moved … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) has commenced the lifting of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State. Over the weekend, more than 100 NNPCL trucks arrived at the refinery, with the first batch of petrol successfully loaded. The Dangote Group confirmed this development through … Read more
A fire outbreak occurred at the Oko Baba plank market in Ebute Metta, Lagos, causing significant damage as it spread to nearby shanties. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) responded swiftly to contain the blaze. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: … Read more
John-Wesley Yohanna, former Bishop of the United Methodist Church of Nigeria (UMCN), resigned from his position following the legalization of LGBTQ practices in the United Methodist Church (UMC) during the May 2024 General Conference. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To … Read more
Following the catastrophic floods that displaced thousands in Maiduguri, Borno State, the United Nations, along with various humanitarian organizations, has committed to delivering immediate relief to the affected communities. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to return to Abuja on Sunday following his official visit to China and a brief stay in the United Kingdom. Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, announced the president’s return in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday night. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Presidency of plotting to rig the upcoming Edo State governorship election, alleging that $2 million has been distributed to compromise INEC officials, security personnel, and buy votes for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo. The PDP claims the Presidency has ordered security agencies to disrupt … Read more
A senior official from the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has responded to reports that the Dangote Refinery will sell petrol to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) at ₦766 per litre. The official, speaking anonymously, explained that while the base price of ₦766 is set by the refinery, additional costs like transportation, … Read more
Reports have emerged that the Dangote Refinery is set to sell petrol at ₦766 per litre to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). This follows the arrival of over 300 NNPC trucks at the refinery, as confirmed by NNPC spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday. The trucks are scheduled … Read more
The Lagos State Government has issued an order to remove all illegal structures on the Gbagada Wetland, located opposite TREM in Kosofe Local Government Area. The wetland, currently under development into Maverick Estate by an unnamed property developer, has been flagged for violation of environmental laws. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s … Read more
Over 300 trucks owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) have arrived at the Dangote Refinery in preparation for the scheduled loading of petrol, set to commence on Sunday, September 15, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the confirmation came from NNPC’s spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, via a video posted on his X (formerly Twitter) … Read more
A storey building housing students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) collapsed on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall on Ekhator Street, Ekosodin, Benin City, Edo State. The area is primarily known for housing students. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: Stop Hiding Behind Opposition—APC Urges Zamfara Govt Delta Child Rights … Read more
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has refuted claims that he intends to serve as vice president to any specific candidate. In a recent interview with News Central, Obi discussed his presidential ambitions, the Labour Party, and Nigeria’s current economic challenges. During the interview, the former governor of Anambra … Read more
The Federal Government has appointed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) as the exclusive buyer of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the Dangote Refinery. According to the agreement, marketers interested in purchasing the product will need to obtain it through NNPC’s trading company. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy Insecurity: … Read more