The Federal Government (FG) has unveiled plans to roll out five million liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders to homes across Nigeria by the year 2030. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, made this known during the launch of the North West phase of the grassroots LPG Penetration Scheme in Sokoto. According to the Minister, the initiative is a significant move towards expanding clean energy access nationwide, aligning…

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has given firm assurances of safety for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state, promising that every necessary measure is being taken to protect them throughout their service year. Speaking on Tuesday at the closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch A Stream II orientation camp in Wannune, Tarka Local Government Area, Governor Alia reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring…

The Government of Saint Lucia has bestowed one of its most prestigious national honours, the Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia (KCOSL), on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria. In a formal announcement shared via the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Office of the Prime Minister, it was confirmed that the Governor General of Saint Lucia, acting on the advice of the Government, conferred the honour…

Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has reassured investors and business operators of his administration’s unwavering commitment to cultivating a more attractive business climate within the state. This assurance was given during a Technical Session and a statewide town hall meeting organised by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) in collaboration with the Ekiti State Development and Promotion Agency (EKDIPA) yesterday. Mr Oyebanji, speaking through the Commissioner of Finance,…

Students of The Polytechnic Ibadan took to the streets on Tuesday to protest the recent renaming of their institution after former Oyo State Governor, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo. The demonstrators stormed the Oyo State Government Secretariat in large numbers, wielding placards and demanding that Governor Seyi Makinde reverse the decision and retain the institution’s original name. Chanting solidarity songs, the students insisted that the name The Polytechnic Ibadan carries historical significance…

Donald Trump has formally lifted US sanctions on Syria, marking a dramatic shift in American foreign policy and reigniting debates over justice, peace, and accountability in the war-ravaged country. In a move that stunned analysts and sparked cautious optimism across the Middle East, the US president signed an executive order in May that dismantled most of the sanctions imposed on Syria since 2004. The decision follows growing regional pressure, particularly…

The Ondo State Government says it is preparing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Speaking on Monday, the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Olukayode Ajulo, revealed that his ministry has received several petitions requesting a coroner’s inquest into the former governor’s death. Ajulo said the petitions, submitted by professional groups and residents of Akeredolu’s hometown in Owo, raised concerns about alleged inconsistencies…

By Alade Adisa The Rwandan Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Christophe Bazivamo;  and the Vice Chancellor of Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Prof. Ademola Tayo, have said incidents like the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda must not be allowed to occur anywhere in the world. They have therefore charged political and community leaders to strive and promote peaceful co-existence among diverse groups in their communities and countries. They spoke at…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has formally reinstated Senator Samuel Anyanwu as its National Secretary, following its landmark 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Monday in Abuja. Addressing journalists after the session, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum confirmed the decision and announced that the next NEC meeting — the 101st — will take place on July 23. That gathering is expected to finalise plans for the party’s national…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday held its much-anticipated 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting at the party’s national headquarters in Wadata Plaza, Abuja, despite a brief police presence at the venue earlier in the day. The gathering brought together members of the Board of Trustees (BoT), governors, lawmakers, and other key NEC stakeholders. In his remarks, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum clarified that the meeting’s sole agenda was…

Tributes pour in for the Nigerian billionaire known for philanthropy, humility and enterprise Medina, Saudi Arabia – Aminu Dantata, one of Nigeria’s wealthiest and most respected businessmen, is set to be laid to rest in the holy city of Medina, Saudi Arabia, following his passing on Saturday in the United Arab Emirates at the age of 94. The billionaire industrialist, uncle to Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, died in Abu…

By Alade Adisa  The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, has said it is not reopening its loan portal yet. The body has therefore warned the public to be wary of some claims online that President Bola Tinubu has directed it to reopen the loans portal and also click a link purported to belong to it. It described the claim as fraudulent and intended to defraud innocent members of the public.…