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Dangote pulls petition against Farouk Ahmed from ICPC over conflict concerns and moves the case to EFCC for investigation, raising questions about potential influence in the probe.

ICPC to investigate NMDPRA boss following Dangote’s petition

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed that it will commence an immediate NMDPRA CEO investigation following allegations of corruption against Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority.   The anti-graft agency said it received a formal Dangote petition ICPC submitted by […]

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November 2025 revenue

FG, states, LGs share ₦1.928trn November 2025 revenue

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The Federal Government, state governments and local government councils have shared a total of ₦1.928 trillion as revenue from the Federation Account for November 2025. The distribution was carried out at the December 2025 meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Abuja, according to an official statement released after the meeting. FAAC

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Driver confronts Police, Police arrest three bandits in Kebbi

Police to resume enforcement of tinted glass permit January 2

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The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it will resume enforcement of tinted glass permit regulations nationwide from January 2, 2026, citing rising security concerns and the need to protect lives and property.   In a statement issued on Monday, the Force said the decision to resume enforcement of tinted glass permit followed a review

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Inflation in November

Relief for Nigerians as inflation eases to 14.45% in November

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Nigeria’s headline inflation rate slowed to 14.45 per cent in November 2025, from 16.05 per cent recorded in October, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released on Monday by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The NBS said the November figure reflected a 1.6 percentage-point decline from the October 2025 rate, indicating

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'Free Christians in Nigeria', Nicki Minaj reacts again to killings

‘Free Christians in Nigeria’, Nicki Minaj reacts again to killings

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American rapper Onika Maraj-Petty, popularly known as Nicki Minaj, has once again spoken out about the killings in Nigeria, urging an end to the violence and calling for the freedom of Christians. Minaj shared her message on X on Friday, using a faith-based post to express concern over the situation in Nigeria. She wrote, “On

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Dangote Refinery exports 456k tonnes of fuel to African markets, shipping 12 cargoes to five countries as Nigeria strengthens regional energy supply and trade ties.

BREAKING: Dangote cuts petrol price by N129, now selling at N699/Litre

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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the ex-depot price of petrol, lowering the rate from N828 to N699 per litre.   Market data published on Friday by Petroleumprice.ng showed that the refinery implemented a fresh downward review, slashing its Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) benchmark by N129 per litre, representing a 15.58% price

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US Congress vows action on religious persecution in Nigeria after Riley’s visit

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The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing religious persecution Nigeria, following a high-profile visit to the country led by Representative Riley Moore under the direction of President Donald Trump. The committee highlighted its focus on religious freedom and atrocity response as part of ongoing policy efforts.   “America will not

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Tinubu insists on VIP police recall, directs Shettima to drive national ranch reform

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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his VIP police recall directive, insisting that security operatives previously attached to influential individuals must return to core policing duties without further delay.   Speaking minutes before presiding over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja, Tinubu expressed displeasure with the slow compliance rate, stressing that

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Christian genocide: Over 600,000 christians in Benue IDP camps – Riley Moore

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Riley Moore has raised alarm over what he described as Christian genocide in Benue, following a visit to several Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the state. He said the scale of devastation he witnessed underscores an urgent humanitarian crisis affecting more than 600,000 displaced Christians.   During his visit, Moore met with dozens of

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Ademola Adeleke

BREAKING: Adeleke dumps PDP, joins Accord for 2026 race

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on Tuesday evening confirmed that he has joined the Accord Party ahead of his bid for a second term in the 2026 governorship election. His spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, announced the development in a statement issued in Osogbo. He said the governor made the declaration at the Banquet Hall

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