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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has hit a major milestone, reaching its full designed capacity of 650,000 barrels of crude oil per day (bpd) and becoming the first refinery globally to achieve full nameplate capacity in a single train of that scale. This achievement follows the optimization of its Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) and Motor Spirit…
Nigerian referees have been left out of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the 19th consecutive year, sparking concerns among football stakeholders. The recently concluded AFCON 2025 featured 73 match officials, but no Nigerian referee made the cut. This trend is attributed to several factors, including low competence, integrity concerns, corruption, and poor physical…
The Nigerian Senate is facing widespread criticism after rejecting a proposal to make electronic transmission of election results mandatory in the Electoral Act amendment. Critics argue that this decision undermines efforts to strengthen transparency and credibility in future elections. The Senate retained the existing provision, allowing results to be transferred “in a manner as prescribed…
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, led a monitoring team to assess preparations for the February 21 Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The team observed a mock accreditation exercise in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) and Bwari Area Council, testing the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System…
President Bola Tinubu has deployed an army battalion to Kwara State following a deadly attack by gunmen in Woro village, which killed at least 162 people. The attack, reportedly carried out by Boko Haram terrorists, has raised concerns about insecurity in the country. Vice President Kashim Shettima, who visited the affected area, described the attack…
You’re officially invited to the Nigeria Oil & Gas Awards Dinner – the night where the country’s brightest energy leaders come together to celebrate excellence, innovation, and the future of our sector. Mark your calendar: January 30th at the iconic Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. It’s not just another dinner it’s a premier networking hub, a showcase…
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has officially rejoined the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the need for political stability, accelerated development, and improved welfare for residents. The move, announced on Monday, January 26, 2026, marks a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. Yusuf stated that his decision is driven by the desire to align…
The Kano State Government has assured residents that the ongoing emirate tussle will be resolved amicably soon. Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, made this known while addressing journalists in Kano, stating that concrete measures have been put in place to restore lasting peace and stability in the state. Waiya emphasized that the…
Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the former champion boxer, was arrested in Miami on Wednesday after his ex-partner, Courtney Rossel, reported him for physical assault, kidnapping, and causing emotional distress. The Miami police department confirmed the arrest, stating it was a joint operation between local and federal forces. According to Rossel’s complaint, Davis went to the striptease…
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has released its 2025 annual report, highlighting significant achievements in saving lives and protecting property amidst rising fire incidents across Nigeria. According to the report, the FFS saved 2,106 lives and property worth N934.70 billion in various fire incidents nationwide. The statistics, presented by FFS Deputy Controller-General Ijeoma Achi-Okidi, revealed…