Dangote Refinery has achieved a significant milestone in its quest for energy self-sufficiency with the commencement of petrol production. This marks the first time in 28 years that the country has produced petrol domestically. The refinery, owned by business magnate Aliko Dangote, is expected to significantly reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel. The start of…
Amaka Sonnberger, a 46-year-old Canadian-Nigerian woman, was arrested by Toronto Police on September 1, 2024, for allegedly making hate-motivated threats against members of the Nigerian community. The arrest follows an investigation into online content posted by SAmaka Sonnberger on August 25, 2024, which reportedly included violent threats targeted at specific individuals of Yoruba and Benin…
The Nigerian government, through the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced a significant investment of $800 million to improve electricity supply across the nation. This funding is part of the broader Presidential Power Initiative, which aims to modernize and expand the country’s power infrastructure. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Power…
The (FCCPC) Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has issued a stern warning to traders, giving them a one-month deadline to reduce the prices of goods. This move is aimed at curbing inflation and protecting consumers from exploitation, as the Commission has expressed concern over the persistent increase in prices despite stability in foreign exchange…
Nigerians from various backgrounds have expressed widespread outrage after a video emerged showing a Canada-based Nigerian woman, Amaka Patience Sunnberger, inciting violence against certain ethnic groups in Nigeria. The disturbing video, which surfaced on TikTok, has sparked a strong reaction online, with many Nigerians calling for her immediate arrest and the prosecution of her accomplices….
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt sympathy for the victims of the devastating floods that have ravaged communities and farmlands across Nigeria. In a statement released by his Special Adviser, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the President acknowledged the profound impact of the disaster, citing recent data from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) that…
The European Union (EU) has commended Nigeria for its pioneering role in implementing innovative policies and driving development across Africa. Outgoing EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Samuela Isopi, praised Nigeria’s leadership during her farewell event in Abuja, acknowledging the country’s significant contributions to the continent’s growth. Nigeria’s commitment to innovation and development has been…
Nigeria’s economy has seen a marked improvement, with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growing by 3.19% in real terms year-on-year in the second quarter of 2024. This growth outpaces the 2.51% recorded in the same quarter of 2023 and the 2.98% achieved in the first quarter of 2024, signaling a positive trend in the nation’s…
In a sharp critique of the Nigerian government’s handling of press freedom, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has voiced grave concerns over the continuous harassment of journalists in the country. Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, emphasized that the federal government’s increasing use of security and intelligence agencies to…
Nigeria’s judiciary reached a pivotal moment on Friday, August 23, with the historic appointment of Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). As only the second female to hold this prestigious position, Justice Kekere-Ekun’s elevation follows the retirement of Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, signifying a remarkable step forward in gender representation within…
