By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 245,370 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, valued at ₦238.1 million in its intensified crackdown on fuel smuggling. Comptroller-General of Customs Bashir Adeniyi announced the seizures on Tuesday, attributing the success to “Operation Whirlwind,” a special anti-smuggling initiative launched less than…
Ukraine reaffirmed its commitment to strong ties with the United States on Tuesday after President Donald Trump ordered a suspension of U.S. military aid, a move that followed a public confrontation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump’s abrupt decision has heightened concerns in Ukraine and across Europe that Washington is shifting its stance away from…
By Ayomide Otitoju The World Health Organization (WHO) acknowledged on Tuesday that the U.S. freeze on foreign aid funding has disrupted vital global health programs but pledged to continue delivering assistance to those in need. While the full impact of the freeze remains unclear, WHO spokeswoman Margaret Harris confirmed that some programs have already been…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has announced it will absorb a ₦16 billion loss to ensure Nigerians benefit from lower fuel prices. The company has pledged to refund ₦65 per litre to marketers who purchased Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at higher rates before its recent price adjustment. In a statement released over the weekend, Dangote…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reaffirmed Ukraine’s readiness to sign a minerals agreement with the United States, despite recent tensions following a heated exchange with US President Donald Trump. Speaking to UK media on Sunday after a landmark summit in London, Zelensky stated, “The agreement that’s on the table will be signed if the parties…
The Resident Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Jesus House, Huntsville, Alabama, Pastor Peter Oyediran, and his wife have joined in celebrating the 83rd birthday of Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, widely known as Daddy GO. In a message released on Monday, March 3, 2025, through their publicist, Oluwaseun Fabiyi, the couple praised…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has been recognized with the Sun Newspaper Public Service Award for his outstanding leadership and contributions to national development. The prestigious award ceremony, held on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lagos, was attended by high-profile dignitaries, including Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume;…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, as a towering figure whose passing is a monumental loss to Nigeria. Atiku made the remarks on Sunday during a condolence visit to the family of the late Yoruba leader at his Lekki residence in Lagos. Reflecting on…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Sunday visited the residence of late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, in Lekki, Lagos, to offer his condolences following the elder statesman’s passing. Describing Adebanjo as a man of unwavering courage who stood firmly for truth and justice, Jonathan emphasized that no nation could thrive without upholding…
