By Ayomide Otitoju The Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced a fresh reduction in the ex-depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), known as petrol, and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly referred to as diesel. In a statement, the company said the adjustment reflects its commitment to making refined petroleum products more affordable and…
By Ayomide Otitoju FidBank UK Limited, the international subsidiary of Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced a new initiative aimed at supporting Nigerians—both individuals and corporates—in acquiring properties in the United Kingdom. The bank said the initiative will be delivered through its FidBank Buy-to-Let product, tailored for high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) seeking structured access to the UK…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has announced the launch of the Fidelity Quarterly Business Forum, a strategic engagement platform designed to promote the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria. The initiative will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers and industry experts to discuss business opportunities, economic trends, innovation and…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has stepped up efforts to prevent the importation of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) into Nigeria, with the Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, leading a high-level inspection and preparedness tour of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. The visit comes amid growing concerns over the resurgence of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, has emerged as a leading figure in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited’s efforts to deepen social impact through strategic investments in healthcare, education, entrepreneurship, energy access, and environmental sustainability. As the pioneer Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR)…
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has arrived in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to assess response efforts to a severe Ebola outbreak that has already spread across multiple provinces and into neighbouring Uganda. An AFP journalist reported that Tedros landed in Bunia, the capital of Ituri province—currently the…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to publicly distance himself from a planned endorsement by a rival group led by Tanimu Turaki for the 2027 presidential election. The faction dismissed the proposed convention, which seeks…
The role of Cristiano Ronaldo in Portugal’s 2026 World Cup plans continues to divide opinion, with some viewing the veteran striker as indispensable and others questioning whether his presence limits the team’s overall fluidity. Now 41, Ronaldo is preparing for a record sixth World Cup appearance, maintaining his status as a global icon despite playing…
Barcelona have confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United in a deal worth up to €80 million ($93 million). The La Liga champions announced on Friday that the 25-year-old winger has agreed a five-year contract running until June 30, 2031. Gordon, who scored 17 goals for Newcastle this season—including 10 in the Champions…