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The Federal Government has secured a landmark £746 million financing agreement with the United Kingdom to deliver the most ambitious modernisation of Nigeria’s seaport infrastructure in nearly 50 years. Backed by UK Export Finance (UKEF), the historic deal will fund the comprehensive upgrade of the Lagos Port Complex Apapa and Tin Can Island Port Complex, the nation’s two busiest ports, which together handle more than 70 per cent of Nigeria’s imports and exports. The financing agreement is scheduled to be formally signed during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to London on March 18–19, 2026, marking a deepening of economic cooperation between Nigeria and the UK while opening a new chapter in the country’s maritime development. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, described the arrangement as a transformative milestone for Nigeria’s port system, noting that the modernisation represents the f...

President Bola Tinubu has departed Abuja for a state visit to the United Kingdom, in the company of his wife, Oluremi Tinubu. The visit is the first by a Nigerian president in 37 years. President Tinubu is also the first Nigerian leader to be hosted by the British monarch at Windsor Castle. Their flight left the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at about 10: 00 am on Tuesday. They were seen off at the airport by a delegation led by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, and other government officials. Members of the President’s entourage include Akpabio; Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi; Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake; Minister of Information and National Orientation, Idris Mohammed, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu; Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; and Minister ...

The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has expressed concern over reports of an incident involving a Federal High Court judge in Abuja and a defence lawyer, insisting that no judge has the power under Nigerian law to order a legal practitioner to kneel in court. In a statement on Tuesday, NBA President, Afam Osigwe, said the association was disturbed by reports that Justice Mohammed Umar allegedly directed a lawyer, Marshall Abubakar, to kneel in the courtroom during proceedings. The incident reportedly occurred on Monday at the Federal High Court, Abuja, when Abubakar appeared as lead defence counsel for Omoyele Sowore. According to the NBA, the trial judge allegedly issued the directive after the lawyer raised his voice while addressing the court over the suitability of a hearing date. The judge was also said to have threatened committal proceedings for contempt. The association said it viewed the development with “utmost seriousness,” noting that it has implications for the dignity of t...

Troops of the Nigerian Army have foiled attempted terrorist attacks and recovered an AK-47 rifle during separate operations in Katsina State. The development was disclosed in a post shared on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) on Monday by security analyst,  Zagazola Makama. According to the report, the operations were carried out in Kankara and Malumfashi Local Government Areas, where troops engaged suspected terrorists at different locations. In Kankara, troops of the 17 Brigade operating from the Forward Operating Base in Mabai reportedly came under attack during a fighting patrol along the Kankara-Mabai Road. The incident occurred at about 7:45 a.m. on March 15 near the Ruwan Lafia crossing point. During the encounter, the troops engaged the attackers in a gun duel, forcing them to retreat. The fleeing suspects abandoned a motorcycle, which was subsequently recovered by the troops. In a separate operation in Malumfashi Local Government Area, troops acted on intelligence regarding terrorist ...

— Akure Airport safe, no case of banditry – Police — We’ve arrested four suspected bandits – FAAN The Ondo State Police Command and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) have disagreed over the arrest of four bandits over the weekend at the Akure airport. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Adebowale Lawal, described the FAAN position as misleading. Lawal said there were no time bandits and that no suspected criminals were arrested by the airport’s Aviation Security (AVSEC). But FAAN had, through its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Henry Agbebire, that the gunmen suspected to be bandits were arrested around the vicinity of the Akure Airport, with four of them arrested by AVSEC in collaboration with other security agencies. Agbebire, in a statement, said the bandits were apprehended following a distress alert about the movement of unknown persons around the airport perimeter. He added that a coordinated security operation involving aviation and local ...

Oil prices kept rising as markets opened Sunday, with both benchmarks higher as the war in the Middle East disrupts global supplies. At around 0015 GMT, the US benchmark West Texas Intermediate was up 0.01 percent at $98.72 a barrel, while the price of Brent, the international benchmark for oil, was up 0.6 percent to $103.76. On stock markets, South Korea’s Kospi attempted a cautious rebound and was up 1.3 percent in early trade in Asia, while Japan’s Nikkei was flat. With Gulf states slashing production and oil tankers stuck in the Gulf, oil prices have risen 40 to 50 percent since the United States and Israel first attacked Iran on February 28. Investors fear the higher costs will slow economic growth and stoke inflation. The Strait of Hormuz, which usually sees passage of 20 percent of global oil and gas exports, remains effectively shut. US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the closure was “short-term pain” causing higher prices, adding that the war could end “in the n...

Former military head of state, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has called for improved funding and stronger welfare support for Nigerian military veterans and families of fallen soldiers. Babangida made the call when the National Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Ms Morenike Henry, led members of the Legion’s leadership on a courtesy visit to him at his residence in Minna, Niger. This is contained in a statement by Mr Oloriegbe David, Legions Media Officer, on Friday in Abuja. Babangida acknowledged the challenges raised by the Legion and assured the delegation that he would reach out to relevant authorities to explore ways of addressing the welfare concerns affecting veterans. The former military president also commended the leadership of the Nigerian Legion for its commitment to promoting the welfare and recognition of retired military personnel. According to him, the sacrifices made by veterans in the defence of the nation must not be overlooked. Earlier, Ms Henry highlighted some of the...

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 1 for the fresh arraignment of a former Governor of Jigawa State,  Sule Lamido , over an alleged ₦1.3 billion corruption charge filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Lamido is expected to be arraigned alongside his two sons, Aminu Lamido and Mustapha Lamido, who are accused of participating in the alleged fraud through fictitious contract awards. Justice Peter Odo Lifu fixed the date on Friday following the absence of the defendants in court. Although the fresh arraignment was scheduled to take place on Friday, counsel to the Lamidos, Joe Agi (SAN), apologised to the court for their absence. The senior lawyer explained that the defendants received information about the trial late on Thursday evening. According to him, the former governor and his sons reside in Kano and were unable to travel to Abuja within the short notice. Agi subsequently assured the court that he would produce the defendants on t...

No fewer than 20 motorists have been convicted for various traffic offences by the Ogun State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The offenders were convicted during the Phase II sitting of the FRSC Mobile Court held at the Itori Unit Command and presided over by Chief Magistrate O.T. Odunsaya. In a statement issued on Friday by the Corps Public Relations Officer, Odunsi Afolabi, the motorists were arraigned for various violations, including overloading and excessive speeding, among other traffic-related offences. Afolabi disclosed that all the offenders were convicted by the court, with none discharged during the proceedings. According to him, “A total of 20 offenders were arraigned and subsequently convicted. Forty offences were recorded during the exercise, out of which 39 attracted various fines, while none of the offenders was sentenced to imprisonment.” He explained that the enforcement operation targeted critical safety violations such as failure to install speed li...

The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has called for stronger collaboration among Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to drive innovation and develop home-grown technological solutions to national security challenges. Musa made the call when he received the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Kingsley Udeh, on a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence, Abuja. This is contained in a statement signed by Mrs Queenet Iheoma-Hart, Chief Information Officer, for the Director, Press and Public Relations of the ministry on Thursday in Abuja. The minister said the meeting was aimed at forging stronger partnerships between the defence sector and agencies under the science and technology ministry to enhance innovation, research and technological advancement in support of Nigeria’s security architecture. According to him, Nigeria must prioritise indigenous technological development and self-financing innovation to address national challenges and reduce depen...

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced the pump price of petrol at its retail outlets to ₦1,130 per litre in Lagos and ₦1,165 per litre in Abuja. The new pricing, which took effect on Wednesday, represents a reduction of ₦100 from the previous ₦1,230 per litre in Lagos and ₦95 from ₦1,260 per litre in Abuja. Checks showed that the revised price was already reflected at several NNPC retail outlets in Lagos, including stations along Isheri Oshun Road, Apple Junction, and Ago Palace Way. Similarly, motorists in Abuja observed the new price of ₦1,165 per litre at NNPC filling stations located in Jabi and Wuse. The development offers slight relief to consumers who have faced repeated petrol price increases in recent   months. The latest adjustment comes despite many oil marketers yet to reflect the earlier reduction in the gantry price of petrol by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The refinery had recently reduced its gantry price by ₦100 per litre ...

No fewer than five persons were rescued alive and three lifeless bodies were recovered by the Oyo State Fire Services Agency as a passenger bus plunged into the Ariyo River along Amuloko road in Ibadan. The Chairman of the agency, Mr Moroof Akinwande, confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Akinwande said the agency’s personnel got a distress call about the incident on Wednesday through a telephone call from one Mrs Fadeke Yusuf and immediately deployed personnel to the scene. “Upon arrival, we met a Suzuki bus (OSUN) LEW 484 XA with eight passengers which lost control and crashed into a river. “Five persons were rescued alive and conveyed to Ona – Ara private Hospital Jegede area, while three dead bodies were recovered and handed over to a team of policemen from Ogbere Divisional headquarters led by ASP Aishat Ibrahim,” he said. He attributed the cause of the accident to reckless driving and advised motorists to always drive with care and observe...

Kaduna State Government has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media alleging that Governor Uba Sani has endorsed certain aspirants for the National Assembly ahead of future political contests. The government described the claim as a fabrication by its authors and urged members of the public to disregard the report in its entirety. In a statement issued in Kaduna, the Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, clarified that the governor has neither endorsed nor given preferential support to any individual seeking elective office. According to the statement, Governor Sani remains committed to democratic principles and believes in a transparent, fair and inclusive process that allows party members and stakeholders to determine candidates through the constitutionally established mechanisms of the party. “The attention of the Kaduna State Government has been drawn to a misleading message circulating on social media alleging that Governor Uba Sani has endorse...

The House of Representatives on Wednesday expressed deep concern over the escalating wave of kidnappings, killings, and violent attacks in parts of Ekiti State, particularly in the Ekiti North I (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency. The warning followed a motion of urgent public importance moved by the lawmaker representing the constituency, Akintunde Rotimi, who highlighted that criminal gangs operating from surrounding forests have turned some communities into high-risk areas, forcing farmers to abandon their farmlands and residents to live in fear. During plenary, Rotimi said communities including Oke-Ako, Ipao, Irele, Itapaji, Iyemero, and Ijowa in Ikole Local Government Area have witnessed rising cases of abductions and violent attacks in recent months. He noted that kidnappers are particularly active along the Oke-Ako–Ipao–Irele corridor, targeting residents, farmers, and travellers from nearby forests. Rotimi cited a tragic incident in late February 2026, where a middle-aged woman w...

Four members of the House of Representatives have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers are Inuwa Garuba, representing Yamaltu/Deba federal constituency of Gombe State; Abdullahi El-Rasheed, who represents Dukku/Nafada federal constituency of Gombe State; and Mohammed Audu, representing Karim Lamido/Lau/Ardo-Kola federal constituency of Taraba State. All three moved from the PDP to the APC. Obika Chinedu, the lawmaker representing Abuja Municipal/Bwari federal constituency of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), also defected from the Labour Party to the APC. In a related development, Adewale Adebayo, who represents Irepodun/Olorunda/Osogbo/Orolu federal constituency of Osun State, announced his defection from the PDP to the Accord Party. Speaker of the House, Tajudeen Abbas, read the defection notices during plenary on Wednesday. The lawmakers attributed their decision to leave their former part...

The Federal Government of Nigeria has suspended the issuance of import licences for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol or fuel, for the second consecutive month as regulators move to enforce provisions of the Petroleum Industry Act. The development comes as authorities begin implementing the law’s requirement that petrol imports should only be allowed when domestic production falls short of national demand. It was reported that data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) showed that no petrol import licences were issued in February. Similarly, the Crude Oil Refineries Association of Nigeria confirmed that no import permits had been granted so far in March. The association disclosed this in comments to Reuters, indicating what industry observers describe as a deliberate policy shift by the government toward prioritising local refining capacity. The decision is widely considered a boost for local refineries, particularly the ...

Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 41 ships laden with petroleum products, food items and other goods are expected to arrive at Lagos ports from March 10 to March 16. The NPA disclosed this on its daily “Shipping Position” publication made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Lagos. The authority said the ships were expected at the Apapa, Tin Can Island and Lekki Deep ports. It added that 17 of the expected ships would berth with containers of different goods, while 24 would berth with bulk urea, crude oil, petrol, fresh fish, bitumen, crude palm oil, and bulk gypsum. NPA also noted that eight ships and tankers have arrived at the three ports, awaiting berthing for petrol, general cargo, bulk urea, bulk fertiliser, and containers. It stated that 22 ships are presently discharging bulk wheat, general cargo, bulk urea, bulk salt, bulk sugar, fresh fish, bulk gypsum and containers with different goods at the three ports.

The Federal Government has engaged a new prosecutor to handle the ongoing trial of the immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar Malami, SAN. Malami, who served as Justice Minister from November 11, 2015, to May 29, 2023, under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, faces a five-count charge related to terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms. He was arraigned alongside his son, Abdulaziz. The Department of State Services (DSS) handed over the case to the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) on March 4, when it was slated for the commencement of a full hearing. The DSS withdrew from the prosecution to allow the AGF’s office to take over. The Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation (DPPF), Mr Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, informed the court of AGF Prince Lateef Fagbemi’s decision to prosecute the defendants. The DPPF added that the DSS, which had initiated the charge, also transmitted the case fil...

Fresh concerns have emerged over the fate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 general elections following a new judgment by the Court of Appeal, which has further complicated the party’s lingering leadership crisis. If the internal dispute remains unresolved and the legal implications of the judgment persist, the one-time ruling party may face procedural challenges that could ultimately threaten its ability to participate in the next general elections. It was reported that the fresh development comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has already slated party primaries and the resolution of disputes for between April 23 and May 30, 2026. The timeline effectively gives political parties, including the PDP, less than three months to conclude all processes leading to the emergence of candidates either through direct primaries or consensus arrangements. However, the current leadership tussle within the PDP has raised fears that the party may struggl...

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Jimoh Olohundare, has declared that it is now prohibited for motorists in the state to cover their vehicle number plates, warning that the command will begin strict enforcement of the directive. The CP also cautioned against the use of tinted glasses that obscure the front and right side of vehicles as well as the use of unregistered vehicles on Lagos roads. The Lagos police boss made the declaration on Monday during a press briefing after addressing officers and men of the command on directives issued by the Inspector-General of Police, Disu Olatunji. According to him, any vehicle owner who purchases a car must ensure it is immediately registered, stressing that the command will enforce the rules while respecting the human rights and dignity of citizens. “It is prohibited for anyone in Lagos to cover their plate number or to use tinted glasses where the front screen and the right screen are tinted and covered. People are also prohibited from ...

A section of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation was on Monday morning gutted by fire, causing panic among workers and visitors at the government facility in Abuja. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the day, reportedly affected part of the building housing offices within the federal civil service structure. As of the time of filing this report, the exact cause of the fire had not been officially confirmed. Emergency responders were quickly deployed to the scene after the fire broke out. Firefighters are currently at the scene battling the flames in a bid to prevent the blaze from spreading to other sections of the building. Authorities are expected to conduct an assessment to determine the extent of damage caused by the fire once it is completely extinguished. It was reported that the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation plays a central role in coordinating the activities of federal civil servants across ministries, depart...

The Ijaw Publishers' Forum (IPF), the intellectual arm of the Ijaw struggle has called on aggrieved members and aspirants of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) 2026 elective convention to resolve their differences internally and avoid litigation, stressing that the collective interest of the Ijaw nation must remain paramount. In a statement issued on Monday in Warri, Delta State, and signed by the IPF President, Senior Comrade Ozobo Austin, the forum expressed concern over the growing resort to court actions within the apex Ijaw socio-cultural body. The group noted that frequent litigations involving the INC portray the organisation in a negative light, particularly for a body expected to promote unity, provide leadership directives and selfless service among the Ijaw people. The IPF’s reaction follows a recent ruling by the Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, which halted the scheduled national election of the INC that was slated for March 7. The court orde...

A former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister of Transportation,  Rotimi Amaechi,  has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after completing his registration with the party in his hometown. Focalpoint  reports that Amaechi registered at Ward 8 in Ubima, located in Ikwerre Local Government Area of the state, on Friday morning. The registration came amid tension in the community following the  destruction of the ADC office  in Ubima by unknown persons. Residents reportedly woke up in the early hours of Friday to discover that a section of the party office had been set ablaze, causing panic in the neighbourhood. As of the time Amaechi carried out his registration, no arrests had been made in connection with the arson attack. Addressing supporters who gathered to welcome him into the party, the former governor appealed for calm and warned against any act of violence or retaliation. “Don’t be violent because violence may lead to the death of some...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors to various countries and the United Nations.  The Senate confirmed the ambassadors-designate last December. According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have received agreements from the United Kingdom and France for the ambassadors assigned to their countries. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already received agreement from the United Kingdom for the High Commissioner-designate, Ambassador Aminu Dalhatu. Similarly, France has sent the agréement for Ambassador Ayo Oke. The Ministry has also conveyed the nominations of the other 62 designated envoys to all the countries concerned, including a request for their agréements in line with standard diplomatic practice,” the statement read. President Tinubu has directed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should immediately commence the inductio...

Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated its newly elected state chairman, Chief Solomon Arenyeka and members of the State Executive Committee following what it described as a successful party congress. The party also dismissed reports alleging a crisis within its ranks after the exercise. According to the party, the ward, local government and state congresses conducted across Delta State were peaceful, transparent and successful, leading to the emergence of a new State Executive Committee headed by Arenyeka through a consensus arrangement widely supported by stakeholders. The statement noted that the outcome of the congresses reflected the collective will of party leaders and members across the state and underscored the party’s commitment to unity and inclusiveness. It maintained that contrary to the claims in the report, no parallel congress was conducted anywhere in the state, stressing that the exercise took place across the 270 wards...

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria has said the cashless payment system at airports across the country will continue. It was reported that the Managing Director of the authority, Olubunmi Kuku, spoke with journalists at the airport on Thursday and explained that the policy remains in place as part of a government decision. She said efforts are already being made to correct the issues travellers experienced during the early stage of the rollout. According to her, the instruction on the policy came after discussions involving the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development and the Federal Executive Council. She clarified that the council did not cancel the system but asked the agency to improve how it is being carried out so that airport users can have a smoother experience. There had been reports earlier that the policy was stopped after the problems that occurred at the airport gates, especially at the aerodrome entrance, where many passengers struggled with the new system. K...

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, has warned personnel against extortion, harassment of motorists, and reckless enforcement of traffic laws. Speaking in Umuahia core mandate to save lives. Represented at the event by Corps Commander Paul Ogoegbunam, the Corps Marshal expressed concern over declining professionalism and supervision among some field operatives, noting increasing complaints from the public about misconduct. “Over the past months, we have observed a disturbing decline in discipline and effective command. These lapses have manifested as misconduct, unethical practices, abuse of authority, extortion, and reckless enforcement that contradict everything our uniform represents,” Mohammed said. He stressed that the FRSC is a life-saving institution, not a revenue-generating agency, and warned that erring personnel would face strict disciplinary action. “Extortion, harassment, and abuse of authority are illegal and betray the oath sworn by our of...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has expressed shock and deep sorrow over the sudden death of its newly elected Assistant Publicity Secretary, Mr Karamo Yesiro. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Yesiro’s passing came barely 24 hours after his re-election as the party assistant publicity secretary at the Lagos State APC Congress held at Onikan Stadium. The deceased was expected to be part of the newly elected Lagos State APC executives meant to be inaugurated at the party secretariat on Thursday. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Lagos by the party’s spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, the party described Yesiro’s passing as a painful and tragic loss. Oladejo said that the late party chieftain died shortly after being entrusted with the responsibility of serving in the State Executive Council. “The Lagos State Chapter of the APC received with profound shock and deep sorrow the news of the sudden demise of our newly elected Assistant Publicity Secretary, Hon. Ka...

Local and foreign travellers are abandoning their vehicles and trekking into the terminal following severe traffic congestion triggered by the full enforcement of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria’s (FAAN) cashless policy at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. It was reported that the implementation of the “Operation Go Cashless” directive has led to long queues of vehicles from the airport toll gate, leaving many passengers scrambling to catch scheduled flights. The disruption followed FAAN’s enforcement of its directive mandating fully electronic payments at all airport revenue points, including access gates, car parks, VIP lounges and protocol services. Recall that barely six months ago, FAAN had announced that all payments at its revenue points would become fully electronic beginning September 2025, describing the initiative as part of efforts to modernise airport operations, promote transparency and align Nigeria’s aviation sector with global digital standards...

The national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed and inaugurated Rotimi George-Taylor as Deputy National Financial Secretary, in a move that highlights the opposition party’s push to firm up its structure in the politically strategic South-West. The decision followed what party sources described as wide consultations across stakeholder ranks in the region, signalling a deliberate effort by the ADC to consolidate its financial command and close a vacancy that had drawn quiet attention within party circles. The development was confirmed in a statement signed by the National Director of Communication and Programmes of the ADC, Babatunde Oke. George-Taylor welcomed his appointment and framed it as a call to service within the opposition fold. “It’s a beautiful opportunity to serve, especially in a major opposition party like African Democratic Congress,” he said. The inauguration took place in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, where the party’s Deputy National Ch...

Less than 24 hours after Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals raised the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, by N100 per litre, its partner retail outlet, MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, and NNPC Limited have increased their pump prices by a similar margin. A market survey conducted on Tuesday morning in Abuja showed that several other filling stations also adjusted their pump prices upward. Checks revealed that MRS and NNPC Retail raised their pump price from N875 per litre on Monday to N975 per litre. AYM Shafa and AA Rano, however, increased their rates by N80, moving from N880 per litre to N960 per litre. It was reported on Monday that Dangote Petroleum Refinery increased its PMS gantry price by N100, bringing the ex-depot rate to N874 per litre from the previous N774, a development that has heightened concerns over fresh fuel price hikes nationwide. A senior refinery official, who confirmed the adjustment, explained that the decision was necessitated ...

ABUJA– The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has summoned the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, to appear before it following an investigation into an allegation that he operated secret bank accounts. Justice Tsoho was said to have failed to disclose his ownership of several bank accounts (naira and domiciliary) in the asset declaration form he filled and submitted to the CCB on April 29, 2004. While three of the accounts were allegedly domiciled with the United Bank for Africa (UBA), another account was reportedly traced to him at Access Bank. Several Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) mounted pressure on the CCB, demanding an immediate investigation of the allegation. Meanwhile, Justice Tsoho, on Monday, confirmed that the Bureau has summoned him to appear before it, even as he expressed his readiness to submit himself for the probe. The CJ, in a statement signed by the Director of Information of the High Court, Dr. Catherine Oby Christopher, revealed that he had ...

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has disclosed how President Bola Tinubu’s instruction made the All Progressives Congress (APC) secure a majority of the seats in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections. Recall that the APC emerged victorious in five of the six Area Council chairmanship positions in the FCT Area Council elections held on 21st February 2026. Speaking on the development during his first monthly media parley for 2026 in Abuja on Monday, Wike explained why the APC prevailed. According to him, Tinubu instructed him to visit satellite towns and ensure they felt the impact of governance. He asserted that the key factor was the party’s focus on satellite towns rather than on the city centre. Wike said, “ Let’s tell ourselves the simple truth. Who would have beaten Asiwaju’s government in this FCT election if all we did was focus on the city? All over the years, ruling parties have struggled to win in the city because the peopl...