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NNPC Ltd. has acknowledged the recent reports in national newspapers regarding the company’s significant debt to petrol suppliers, which has resulted in financial strain and disruptions in petrol supply. In a statement released by Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, NNPC Ltd. announced that the company is experiencing financial pressures stemming from the costs associated…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made a significant breakthrough in its ongoing war against drug trafficking, intercepting over 31 million pills and bottles of opioids valued at N17.9 billion at the Lagos Tincan Seaport and Port Harcourt Port Complex. The intercepted drugs, consisting primarily of tramadol and codeine-based syrups, were being smuggled…

The (NANTA) National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies has announced plans to initiate discussions with Emirates Airlines following the carrier’s controversial decision to sell tickets in U.S. dollars to Nigerian customers. This move by Emirates has sparked significant concern among NANTA members, as it appears to contravene Nigerian law, which mandates that all transactions within…

Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, Minister of Youth Development, has reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to eradicating drug abuse in Nigeria. During a sensitization event in Ado-Ekiti, Dr. Ibrahim emphasized the need for collective action to combat the scourge of substance abuse. She called for collaboration between state governments, stakeholders, and the general public to create a…

Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has expressed profound concern over the escalating terrorist and bandit activities in Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina, and Kebbi States. The Minister’s alarm is a clarion call to action, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the need for swift and decisive intervention. The escalating violence has resulted…