By Ayomide otitoju NNPC Retail Limited has successfully wrapped up the final leg of its 2025 Mechanic Sensitization Scheme at the National Artisans & Technicians Conference (NATCO) in Lagos, held from November 25 to 27. The initiative underscores the company’s commitment to mechanic empowerment and technical development across Nigeria. The three-day event brought together mechanics…
By Ayomide Otitoju Emirates Launches Wildlife-Themed Amenity Kits for Premium Economy and Economy Passengers Emirates will roll out a new range of complimentary amenity kits for Premium Economy and Economy Class passengers on long-haul flights starting December, featuring sustainable materials and highlighting endangered species. The kits, designed in partnership with United for Wildlife, incorporate bio-based…
By Ayomide Otitoju Pan-African film and television training institution, MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), has opened applications for its 2026 intake, offering fully funded courses to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers, and storytellers. Following its recent integration with CANAL+, MultiChoice is reinforcing its commitment to bringing compelling African content to homes across…
By Ayomide Otitoju Justice Maryam Hassan of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Gwarimpa, Abuja, has fixed December 18 to rule on the bail application of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige. Pending the court’s decision, Ngige will remain in custody at the Kuje Correctional Centre. The order was made on Monday after…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional authority of the President to declare a state of emergency in any state to prevent a breakdown of law and order or a descent into chaos or anarchy. In a split decision of six to one, the apex court ruled that the President may, during…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has demanded the immediate recusal of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from an ongoing investigation involving him, citing alleged bias and political persecution. In a statement issued on Monday by his spokesman, Muhammad Doka, Malami…
The Louvre Museum was forced to close to thousands of visitors on Monday after staff launched a strike to protest working conditions, compounding challenges at the Paris landmark just weeks after a high-profile robbery. Museum workers are demanding additional staff and urgent measures to address overcrowding at the world’s most visited museum, as France prepares…
By Ayomide Otitoju Saudi Arabia has broken its own record for executions carried out in a single year after authorities confirmed the execution of three people on Monday, according to an AFP tally. With the latest executions, the kingdom has put 340 people to death so far this year, making it the third-highest executor worldwide,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has assured residents of host communities around the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in Delta State that they are safe following an explosion reported at the facility last Thursday. The assurance was given in a statement issued on Sunday by NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Andy…
