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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a 12.6% year-on-year decline in petrol distribution in Nigeria, with the volume dropping from 23.24 billion liters in 2022 to 20.29 billion liters in 2023. This decrease, accompanied by a 16.9% drop in petrol truck outs, may give some Nigerians hope that …

Sofia, the daughter of Nigerian music star Flavour and beauty queen Anna Banner, marked Nigeria’s Independence Day in a heartwarming way by performing a beautiful rendition of the Nigerian national anthem on the piano to show their patriotism as a greatful citizen.   The touching display of patriotism was shared on …

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the suspension of senior officers linked to the bribery allegations involving popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. The officers, including DCC Michael Anugwa, were suspended following accusations of corruption during Bobrisky’s time at the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC), Kirikiri, Lagos. …

The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed a six-month ban on Samuel Eto’o, president of the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT), barring him from attending any matches involving Cameroon’s national teams. The suspension, which stems from Eto’o’s violations of Articles 13 and 14 of FIFA’s Disciplinary Code, relates to his misconduct during …

Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has been caught urinating in public for the second time, this time after a night out following his team’s 1-1 draw against Newcastle on September 28. According to reports from the Daily Mail, Walker was seen relieving himself against a wall as he exited a …

Former Taraba State Governor Darius Ishaku and ex-Permanent Secretary Bello Yero have been arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of embezzlement and criminal breach of trust of the community.  The duo faced a 15-count charge before Justice Sylvanus Oriji at the Federal Capital Territory High …

Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has called for sober reflection as Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence Day, emphasizing that the country is lagging behind other nations that gained independence around the same time. In a statement released on social media, Obi highlighted that despite Nigeria’s abundant natural and human …

Police officers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) fired teargas at protesters during the “Fearless in October” protest held on October 1 2024 in Abuja. The protest, which aimed to address issues of bad governance, high living costs, and the need for diaspora voting, took place in the Utako area, …

An 18-year-old boy, Olawumi Ayomide, has been sentenced to one year of imprisonment without the option of a fine by a Kwara State Magistrate Court for arson and theft. The court, presided over by Magistrate M.A. Yahaya, found Ayomide guilty of breaking into a residential building in Ilorin, stealing various …

As Nigeria marked its 64th Independence Day, several citizens, disillusioned with the current state of the nation, took to the streets to protest against bad governance. Among the key figures in the demonstration was former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore. Protesters gathered in Lagos at the Ikeja Underbridge, chanting solidarity songs …

Kris Kristofferson, the iconic country singer, songwriter, and actor, has passed away at the age of 88. His family confirmed his death on Sunday, September 29, stating that Kristofferson “passed away peacefully” at his home on Saturday. In a heartfelt statement, his wife Lisa, along with his eight children and …

Former presidential candidate and activist Omoyele Sowore has reaffirmed his commitment to leading the October 1 hunger protest despite warnings from the Federal Government and the Nigerian Police Force to rethink the protest from occurring.   Taking to X, formerly Twitter, on Monday, September 30, Sowore declared, “NO GOING BACK! #FearlessInOctober,” …

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has claimed that Nigeria has saved N5.4 trillion since the removal of the fuel subsidy, a decision made by President Bola Tinubu as his very first mission.   Speaking during the 64th National Day celebration in Abeokuta, Abiodun emphasized that this saving is crucial for the …

Sri Lankan airstrikes have reportedly killed Fateh Sherif Abu el-Amin, a prominent Hamas leader in Lebanon, along with his wife, son, and daughter, in the southern city of Tyre, whose death is painful for the innocent soul that died during the incident.  The strike, which targeted their home in a …

Activist Aisha Yesufu has addressed accusations that she is attempting to bring down social critic Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Very Dark Man (VDM). The allegations arose following her support of the Falana family, who have demanded an apology and retraction from VDM over comments made in a viral …