The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Igbokoda has dismantled nine illegal refinery sites and confiscated 20,000 litres of crude oil along with 15,000 litres of illegally refined diesel in the Obenla community, located in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State. Navy Captain Aliyu Usman, Commander of the Base, revealed this during a press briefing on Thursday. According to him, the operation, conducted on January 6, 2025, was…

To bolster internal security and ensure the safety of Nigerians, the Nigeria Police Force has reiterated its commitment to re-strategize operations to combat kidnapping and related crimes nationwide.   In a statement, police spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi highlighted the force’s determination, showcasing their operational expertise and coordination during a recent hostage rescue mission. On December 31, 2024, operatives of the Nigeria Police carried out a successful rescue operation in Kwande Local Government…

By Michael Damilola After a violent clash between rival cult groups on Monday, January 6, 2025, which resulted in the loss of four lives, normalcy has slowly begun to return to the ancient town of Owo in Ondo State. The clash, which eyewitnesses described as intense and chaotic, had sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many residents in a state of fear and anxiety. However, following the swift intervention of…

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has confirmed that he is not on good terms with President Bola Tinubu, citing disagreements over key policies. He also criticized the president for being stubborn and failing to listen to the concerns of the people, particularly regarding the ongoing tax reforms. The governor made these remarks during discussions National Chairman of the Ulama Council of JIBWIS, Fadilatu Ash-Sheikh Muhammad Sani Yahaya Jingir when…

Police have confirmed that two Catholic nuns have been abducted by gunmen along Ufuma Road in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The nuns, identified as Vincentia Maria Nwankwo and Grace Mariette Okoli, were kidnapped on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, while returning from a vocational association meeting in Ogboji community. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the congregation to which…

As Nigerians await the National Assembly’s passage of the proposed tax reform bills, chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has listed some of the potential benefits of the reforms. The tax bills, which include Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Bill, and Joint Revenue Board Establishment Bill, are aimed at addressing the nation’s tax system’s gridlocks such as…

In an effort to tackle discrimination among mobility-challenged persons in Nigeria, the Centre for Disability and Inclusion Africa (CDIA) has unveiled a campaign to address the alarming rate of abuse seen among transporters. The campaign titled “WheelChairNotLuggage” was launched in Lagos State with the aim to end human rights abuses practices in both public and private transportation, ranging from refusal to payment of additional fees. During the launch, the Executive…

Labour MPs have voted to block a Conservative-led amendment calling for a national inquiry into historic child sexual exploitation by grooming gangs, sparking outrage among victims’ advocates and political opponents. The amendment, aimed at pressuring the government to initiate a statutory inquiry, was defeated by a vote of 364 to 111 on Wednesday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended the decision, arguing that victims seek immediate action rather than delays from…

Housing costs, career focus and access to IVF has driven people to delay parenthood in the capital Mothers in London are more likely to have children later on in life than elsewhere in England and Wales, as more people delay parenthood to establish careers while navigating high housing costs, say analysts. Like many advanced and developed economies, Britain is experiencing a fast decline in birth rates as the average…

The United Kingdom’s 10-year borrowing costs soared to their highest levels since the 2008 financial crisis on Wednesday, intensifying concerns about the Labour government’s fiscal plans. The 10-year gilt yield rose by 0.13 percentage points to 4.82%, driven by a global bond market sell-off compounded by domestic economic pressures. The sell-off also dragged sterling to its weakest level against the dollar since April, falling 1.1% to $1.234. Market analysts attributed…

Two emerge best graduating student with perfect 5.0 CGPA score By Alade Adesina A total of 16,409 students are graduating during the 55th convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos, UNILAG, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, has disclosed.She stated this on Wednesday while briefing the press on activities lined up for the ceremony.Among the graduating students, 561 are in the first class category, while 3,910 are in the second…

The federal government has agreed to demands for tariff hikes in the telecommunication industry. This is expected in the coming weeks, as the government aims to address sustainability challenges in the telecom sector. This implies that prices of calls, data and SMS will go up for the average Nigerian. However, the hike will fall short of the 100 percent increase requested by service providers, with the government seeking to balance…