The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has expressed a keen interest in establishing a permanent presence at the Dangote Refinery in Lagos, as part of a proposed crude oil supply arrangement. According to Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Dangote Industries Limited, the NNPC aims to station a team of 6 to 10 personnel at the…
NGF, The Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRazaq Abdulrahman, led a delegation of governors to Maiduguri, Borno State, to conduct an on-site evaluation of the devastating flood that has severely impacted the city. The delegation included Governors Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, and Fintiri of Adamawa State. The…
Custom Officer Ibrahim M., fondly known as Chocho, tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue flood victims on Lagos Street, Maiduguri. Ibrahim M, celebrated for his dedication and selflessness, was engaged in a heroic act of saving those trapped by the rising floodwaters when he himself was overtaken by the force of nature. His…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) made a remarkable discovery, intercepting shipments of cocaine and pharmaceutical opioids ingeniously hidden inside ladies’ sanitary pads and containers of hair treatment cream. The operation, which took place at three courier companies in Lagos, underscores the agency’s heightened vigilance in combating drug trafficking. This interception showcases the NDLEA’s…
Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, famously known as DJ Cuppy, is not only a renowned DJ and music producer but also a rising voice in the sustainability movement. Recently, she has taken her platform to a new level by advocating for the recycling of waste, emphasizing the need for environmental consciousness. Cuppy’s initiatives aim to reduce the…
In a major milestone for Nigeria’s industrial development, the country has signed a $3.3 billion agreement with China to develop the Brass Industrial Park and Methanol Complex. This agreement was one of the key outcomes of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), where the inaugural Nigeria and China Economic Cooperation and Trade Conference also…
A recent 2024 report by Smart DNA, a leading DNA testing center in Lagos, has unveiled startling statistics regarding paternity testing trends in Nigeria. According to the report, a significant 27% of paternity tests conducted between July 2023 and June 2024 yielded negative results, indicating that more than one in four men tested were not…
The ongoing political tension within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated recently when the former Governor of Rivers State and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, issued a stern warning to PDP governors who are supporting Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Nyesom Wike, during a speech at the PDP secretariat in…
Skitmaker Brain Jotter, renowned for his viral comedic content, has officially concluded his academic journey at the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Known for his humorous skits that resonate with a broad audience, Brain Jotter’s decision to leave UNILAG marks the end of a significant chapter in his life. His departure has sparked a wave of…
Bobrisky, a well-known Nigerian social media personality and entrepreneur, recently shared a nostalgic reflection on his past experience in Kirikiri Prison, a prominent correctional facility in Lagos. Known widely as “Mummy of Lagos,” Bobrisky recounted his time in the male section of the prison, where he reportedly felt well-treated and secure. His comments have sparked…
