Finnish Court Schedules Ekpa’s Trial Deadline for May 2025
Finnish authorities have announced that Simon Ekpa, a pro-Biafran agitator arrested for alleged terrorism-related activities, could face charges in May 2025. Ekpa, who claims to be the “Prime Minister” of the Biafra Republic Government-in-Exile, was arrested alongside four others last week on suspicions of incitement to violence and terrorism financing. The Finnish National Bureau of […]
Port Harcourt Refinery: Marketers Warn of Boycott Amid NNPCL’s Petrol Price Uncertainty
Oil marketers have called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to ensure that petrol prices from the newly rehabilitated Port Harcourt Refinery are lower than those of the Dangote Refinery to encourage patronage. This comes amid claims that NNPCL’s petrol price is around ₦1,045 per litre—higher than the Dangote Refinery’s ₦970 per litre […]
House of Reps to Summons CBN, Banks Over unverified POS vendors.
The Nigerian House of Representatives has resolved to summon the Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, and CEOs of commercial banks to address the lack of documentation for Point of Sale (POS) users across the country. The resolution followed a motion presented by John Okafor, representing Ehime/Mbano/Uboma/Obowo Federal Constituency, during Wednesday’s plenary. Okafor highlighted growing concerns […]
CBN Raises Interest Rate to 27.50% to Tackle Inflation
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has increased the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) to 27.50% from 27.25%, marking the sixth rate hike this year in its ongoing effort to curb rising inflation. The decision was announced by CBN Governor Yemi Cardoso at the conclusion of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting held in Abuja. Cardoso […]
Trump Threatens Trade War on China, Canada and Mexico
China and Mexico strongly criticized President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday following his threats of a trade war targeting the U.S.’s top economic partners. Trump announced plans for steep import tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China via social media, tying the measures to his demands for a halt to illegal immigration and drug smuggling into the […]
Tinubu will not present 2025 Budget on Wednesday – National Assembly
The National Assembly has dismissed claims circulating on social media that President Bola Tinubu will present the 2025 budget to a joint session on Wednesday. In a statement on Tuesday, Dr. Ali Umoru, Secretary of Research and Information at the National Assembly, labeled the reports as false and urged the public to disregard them. “The […]
World’s Oldest Man, John Alfred Tinniswood, Dies at 112
John Alfred Tinniswood, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest man, has passed away at the age of 112. He died on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Hollies Care Home in Southport, England. Guinness World Records confirmed his death in a statement on Tuesday. The family shared that Tinniswood’s last day was […]
Nigeria Loses Over $1.1 Billion Annually to Malaria – Health Minister
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, has revealed that malaria costs Nigeria over $1.1 billion annually in lost Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Speaking at the inaugural meeting of the Advisory on Malaria Elimination in Abuja, Pate emphasized that malaria is not only a health crisis but also an economic and […]
JUST IN: Port Harcourt Refinery Begins Fuel Production
After multiple delays, the Port Harcourt refinery has officially commenced fuel production, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced on Tuesday. According to NNPCL spokesperson Olufemi Soneye, the loading of fuel trucks is set to begin immediately.“Port Harcourt Refinery begins production. Truck loading starts today, Tuesday,” Soneye confirmed. This marks a significant milestone in […]
Paul Pogba Blackmail Trial Begins in Paris
Six men, including Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba’s brother Mathias and three childhood friends, went on trial Tuesday in Paris, accused of blackmail, attempted extortion of €13 million, and holding the football star at gunpoint. The case has shocked the football world, revealing a web of betrayal and alleged criminal acts. Pogba claims he […]
