Governor Idris confirms oil exploration prospects in Kebbi
Kebbi State is rich in mineral resources, including petroleum, and we are committed to harnessing these natural endowments for economic growth,” Governor Idris said.
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Missing Jewellery: Patience Jonathan keeps 15 domestic workers in prison since 2019
“She decided to arrest all her workers—even though they were not working in that apartment.”
Hardship: Ondo bricklayer flees after wife delivers triplets
“Instead of celebrating, he fled, leaving her with no means to care for the babies.”
Why it may take DisCos 11 years, N1.4 trn to bridge 7.2 m metering gap
“N1.4 trillion needed to meter 7.2 million customers—who pays?”
Bauchi: How my mother was brutally murdered over witchcraft allegations – Son
Talatu Joshua, a 70-year-old Christian woman, was fatally attacked in Kirfi, Bauchi State, by four men who accused her of witchcraft. Police spokesperson CSP Ahmed Wakili stated the suspects acted on baseless allegations, inflicting fatal injuries. The victim’s son recounted finding her lifeless body, while the local catechist questioned the six-day delay in arrests.
Tinubu overhauls NNPC board, removes Kyari, Akinyelure
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major reshuffle of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing Group Chief Executive Officer Mele Kyari and board chairman Pius Akinyelure. The changes, effective immediately, were announced in a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga.
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso impose 0.5% import levy on goods from ECOWAS countries
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso impose a 0.5% import levy on goods from ECOWAS member states.
Badenoch warns against UK-US trade war, urges swift deal to avoid economic harm
As the US prepares to impose new tariffs, UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch emphasized the need for an expedited trade deal to avoid a damaging trade war. She dismissed retaliatory measures as counterproductive, urging negotiations to secure a favorable agreement before the April 2 deadline for reciprocal levies.
Fear grips Uromi as residents flee after mob lynching of 16 travellers
Governor Monday Okpebholo has assured that justice will be served after 16 travellers were lynched in Uromi, Edo State, prompting mass evacuations by fearful residents. The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has called for an independent judicial probe, while locals claim the attack stemmed from suspicions that the travellers were armed kidnappers
Divine purpose at work in Rivers crisis – Fubara tells Muslim leaders
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has framed Rivers State’s political turmoil as a divinely orchestrated trial that will fortify its people. During a Sallah visit by Islamic leaders, he warned against attempts to destabilize the state through violence, reiterating his commitment to protecting citizens’ welfare.