By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has designated Wednesday, December 25, and Thursday, December 26, 2024, as public holidays to mark Christmas and Boxing Day, as well as Wednesday, January 1, 2025, for New Year celebrations. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement signed by the Permanent…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has announced that Nigerians should expect a reduction in the pump price of petrol within the week. This follows last week’s decision by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and the Dangote Refinery to lower the ex-depot price of petrol to…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Dangote Refinery has announced a partnership with MRS to retail Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, at ₦935 per litre across its outlets nationwide. This development follows a similar move by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), which recently reduced PMS prices to below ₦1,000 per litre. In…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government’s proposed 50% reduction in interstate transport fares, initially scheduled to commence on December 20, 2024, has been delayed and is now expected to start on December 24. This initiative, aimed at easing high transport costs during the festive season, has faced administrative and funding hurdles. The scheme, announced by…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed an investigation into the tragic stampedes during food distribution events in Abuja and Anambra State, which claimed at least 13 lives and left several others injured. The incidents occurred at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, where ten individuals lost their lives, and…
By Ayomide Otitoju Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has attributed the recent spate of deadly stampedes in Nigeria to rising hunger and systemic failures, urging for immediate action to address the root causes. Tragic incidents in Ibadan, Oyo State; Okija, Anambra State; and Abuja claimed multiple lives and left many injured within five…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has praised Oleksandr Usyk’s triumph over Tyson Fury in their heavyweight world championship rematch on Saturday, describing it as a powerful testament to Ukraine’s unwavering determination. “Victory!” Zelensky wrote on Telegram. “So important and so necessary for all of us now.” Zelensky linked Usyk’s success to Ukraine’s ongoing fight nearly three…
The death toll from Saturday’s stampede in Anambra State has climbed to 22, local authorities confirmed on Sunday. The tragic incident occurred during a rice distribution event organized by the Obijackson Foundation at Amaranta Stadium in Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area. Several injured victims are currently receiving medical care at local hospitals. Superintendent Tochukwu Ikenga,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Foundation is making strides in healthcare through targeted intervention programs aimed at improving the well-being of Nigerians. From free cancer screenings to eye care and medical outreach, the Foundation’s efforts reflect its commitment to fostering a healthier population as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)…
