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Credibility, accountability define NUPRC’s 2025 Oil Licensing Round
The announcement of winners in Nigeria’s 2025 Licensing Round marked the end of an eight month process that attracted 200 bids from 143 qualified companies competing for 37 oil and gas blocks across the Niger Delta, deep offshore and frontier basins.
Opinion: Marshall Decision 25 years later: envisioning a stronger Indigenous fishery
Skip to Content Advertisement 1 Subscriber only Subscriber only Subscriber only Since decision, Indigenous fishery has benefited from steady, incremental growth Author of the article: • Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nations Chiefs • • You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.
Police partner with EFCC on Cybercrime investigation Training for Officers
The operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, in Panti have partnered with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to provide training on “Cybercrimes Investigations and Money Laundering Schemes.” This come weeks after Deputy Commissioner of Police, DCP, Ahmed Lateef facilitated the training of 91 police officers in the SCID, Panti, on criminal profiling in collaboration with the International Institute of Professional Security, IIPS.
Kogi: Government refutes palliative rice diversion
° says claim misleading, false, counterproductive The Kogi State Government has refuted the false claim made in a recent video that the bags of rice given to citizens as palliatives are being re-bagged and sold in the market. The government has described the report as false, misleading and counterproductive. In a statement signed by Commissioner for Agriculture & Food Security, Hon Timothy Ojomah,he said that the video is misleading and entirely false.
Police not against protest but trying to avert sorrow, tears’
Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, has said that the Nigeria Police Force under his watch was not stopping people from exercising their right to protest, but was trying to avert sorrow and tears.
UBA head of Media and External Relations losses mother
Ramon Olanrewaju Nasir, the Group Head of Media and External Relations at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc., is mourning the loss of his mother, Musiliat Amoke, who passed away on the morning of July 25, 2024. She was 86 years old. Musiliat Amoke, also known as Olowoletiasho, died at Duchess International Hospital in Ikeja, Lagos. As a devout Muslim, she was laid to rest the same day at 4 pm at her residence in 11 Oredola Estate, Okepadi, Ado-Odo, Ogun State, in accordance with Islamic rites.
How pastor, others traded with 2-month-old baby ° Baby rescued from final buyer during his naming ceremony
By Nkasi Okolie-Oji A pastor with one of the Pentecostal churches and three others have been arrested for stealing a two-months-old baby and selling and reselling him for different prices. The baby was finally rescued from the last buyer during his naming ceremony in Festac Town , Lagos. According to the police, the baby was stolen, sold to a woman,who sold to q pastor,who sold to another woman that sold to the final buyer.
BREAKING: Nigerian Senator, Ifeanyi Ubah Dies In London
Nigerian Senator from Anambra South, and an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead. It was learned that Ubah died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom. He had left for London two days ago. His death was also confirmed on a group chat of senators who had started to pour in tributes.
To An Amazing Patriarch, Foster Father, Great Late BO Udemagwuna
AS I pen this tribute to the Lion (Awolo) of my family, Papa BO Udemagwuna, I could not control my tears. Where do I even begin to express my gratitude and love for everything you have done for me? Your selflessness, patience and unwavering support have been a constant source of strength and inspiration in my life. You did not only teach me how to do business, you also taught me book-keeping and how to take record of sales.
Reps query FCT park and pay policy
The House of Representatives Committee on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has queried the Park and Pay policy of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The committee, at an interactive session with the FCTA Transport Secretariat, frowned at the alleged harassment of motorists in the capital city by those saddled with the responsibility of enforcing the policy.
Oil theft: Navy uncovers apartment converted to refining site in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Pathfinder has discovered a private residence used as an illegal refining site in Okwuzi community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. This was disclosed by the Commander, NNS Pathfinder, Commodore Desmond Igbo, during a tour with his management team, to the illegal refining site yesterday.
Cost Saving: Ecobank to Host SMEs on the Need For Solar Energy As Alternative Power Source
Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the Ecobank Group says all is set for its SME Conference on the use of Solar Energy as alternative source of power for businesses in Nigeria. The monthly virtual conference is part of the Bank’s MySME Growth Series designed to empower SMEs in the country. The conference is slated for Tuesday July 23 at 10am and it would be facilitated by Co-founder/CEO of Rana Energy, Abraham Mohammed.
ICPC arraigns 3 staff of Ekiti State Teaching Hospital for Forgery
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned three staff members of Ekiti State Teaching Hospital over allegations of forgery and deceits. The three-staff members: Mr. Fatuki Adebayo Paul, Mr. Babalola Idris Adebayo and Mr. Afolayan David Ayodele were arraigned before Justice Lekan Ogunmoye of the Ekiti State High Court on Wednesday.
Wait for Appeal Court - judge tells parties in Lagos land dispute
A Lagos High Court of Justice,Ajah Division ,sitting in Badore and presided over by Hon Justice Ganiu Aliu Safari has granted an injunction restraining the execution of the judgment on the large expanse of land in the Eyin Osa Epe community in the Free Trade Zone in Lagos State .
Dangote Refinery imports additional 11m barrels of US crude oil due to domestic supply shortage
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has issued a tender for an additional 11 million barrels of US crude oil over the next six months due to Nigerian crude oil producers’ inability to meet its feedstock requirements. The 650,000 barrels per day refinery has already received 9 million barrels of West Texas Intermediate crude from the US since the beginning of 2024 to offset unreliable domestic supplies.
Reps probe PSC, IGP dispute over police recruitment
The House of Representatives has mandated its Committee on Police Affairs to probe the lingering dispute between the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Inspector General of Police ( IGP), over the recruitment of constables into the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The committee is expected to investigate the remote cause of the lingering dispute, with the aim of resolving the dispute, so that the recruitment process can continue.
Local Government Funds: Ibadin Applauds President Tinubu for Birthday Gift to Nigerians
In a groundbreaking decision delivered today by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the court has ruled that local government funds should be paid directly to the local government councils. This landmark judgment has been hailed as a significant step towards fostering development, security, and infrastructure improvement across Nigeria. Mr. Matthew Ibadin, the CEO of Badinson Security Services, expressed his profound support for this judgment.
Police nab couple attempting to sell their child in Lagos for visa
By Johnpaul Christopher -Oji The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a couple, Uchenna Eziekwe, 28, and Chineye Eziekwe, 22, for allegedly attempting to sell their two-year-old child. The couple blamed the current hardship in the country and claimed that they wanted to use the proceeds from the sale to procure travelling documents to Canada. The couple was said to have declared their intention to sell their little boy at the Isolo General Hospital, Lagos State.
Why I attempted suicide - Girl rescued by police
A 19-year-old lady who was rescued by the police in Lagos from suicide has opened up on why she attempted to kill herself. The young lady (names withheld), who is currently receiving treatment in the hospital, on June 29, 2024, at about 2pm, drank a poisonous substance believed to be sniper, but concerned citizens informed police authorities about the incident and the police rushed to the scene and rescued the lady.
Many feared dead in 2-storey building collapse in Anambra market
A two-storey building housing shops, under construction, at the Eke Amawbia market, Anambra State, collapsed yesterday, leaving many dead and others trapped in the rubble. It was gathered that the building collapsed at approximately 12 noon, yesterday, striking fears into the hearts of traders and residents in the area. Witnesses said the ill-fated two-storey shop building suddenly crumbled and buried numerous vegetable traders beneath the debris.
EFCC arrests 2 Bankers for stealing dead customer’s money in Makurdi
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Okada rider attack Task Force officers ,kill one in Lagos
By Nkasi Okolie-Oji Commercial motorcycle operators, popularly known as Okada riders have killed an official of the Lagos State Task Force who was among some officials on illegal duty. Already,two police officers attached to the Lagos State Taskforce have been arrested and are facing deciplinary action for leading the ill fated illegal duty .
Why we go after assets of drug barons, traffickers - Marwa
By Nkasi Okolie-Oji Chairman and Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Marwa (retd), yesterday, said the decision of the agency to go after the assets of drug barons and traffickers is part of ongoing offensive action against illicit drugs and cartels.
Lovers die during sex romp in Ondo
The Ondo State Police command has stepped up investigation into the mysterious death of two lovers during sex romp in Ayeyemi area of Ondo town, Ondo State. They were reportedly found naked and entangled to each other. A police source said the compound people said they did not put on their generating set so the suspicion that they may have died of carbon monoxide from generating set . The police source said that they are suspecting that the lovers died of electrocution during sex romp.
N4.7billion cocaine, meth seized as NDLEA bursts Lagos warehouse, arrests siblings in Aba . Uncovers skuchies factory in Ogun
A cartel controlled by a drug baron, 49-year-old Kelechi Monday Nwaobasi and his 50-year-old elder sister, Ms. Chinwe Rose Nwaobasi, has been taken down by officers of the Special Operation Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, following the arrest of the siblings and seizure of cocaine and methamphetamine consignments worth over N4.1billion in street value from their hideout in Aba, Abia state.
Judith Ogunlewe bags NSH Award
By Nkasi Okolie-Oji One of the illustrious daughters of Ubulu-Ukwu, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State, Mrs. Judith Ogunlewe (née Ofulue), was among prominent people honoured recently by the Silent Hero Initiative in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Along with Mrs. Ogunlewe, others who were honoured by the SHA were: Dr. Mohammed Matawalle, Gov. Ahmed Usman Ododo, Chief of Naval Staff Ikechukwu Ogalla, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Prof.
Use new media to tackle corruption, ICPC tells CSOs
The Hon. Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu SAN, has called on Civil Social organizations (CSOs) in the Country to embrace and utilize social media platforms to raise awareness and educate citizens in the fight against corruption and to promote integrity.
Ecobank’s “Adire Lagos” opens In grand style with over 100 exhibitors
… Thousands throng fair The annual Ecobank “Adire Lagos” exhibition has taken off in grand style with over 100 exhibitors showcasing their wares. The 4-day fair which opened June 14 and ends 17th, is taking place at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) complex located in Victoria Island, Lagos. Originating from Abeokuta in Southwestern Nigeria, Adire textile is an indigenous indigo-dyed cloth made by using different wax-resistant methods to create dazzling designs.
Police arrest,3 over fake websites for JAMB registration
The Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the proliferation of various fake websites for JAMB registration, and the falsification of fake JAMB Admission Letters. The suspects were also responsible for the menace of forgery, system Interference and schemes operating phishing websites to defraud unsuspecting JAMB candidates.
Police bust syndicate of adulterated children cough syrup in Lagos
The Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force, Onikan, Lagos, has busted a syndicate involved in illegal production of children’s cough syrup in the state. The Command, comprising Lagos and Ogun states, under the leadership of Assistant Inspector General of Police, Mr Olatoye A. Durosinmi, also arrested one suspect in connection with the adulterated cough syrup.
Late Stephen Ugbaja Buried In Tears, Testimonies
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Again, bandits kill 1, abduct 24 women, 7 others in Kaduna
Bandits terrorising parts of Kaduna State have reportedly killed one Saminaka Garba and abducted 31 others, including 24 women, in their latest onslaught on Kokob village, Kufana Ward, in Kajuru Local Government area of the state. As of the time of this report, both the Kaduna State Police Command and the state’s Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, have not made any public statement on the development that happened on the eve of Saturday.
Gunmen kill 2 policemen, guard in Imo
Gunmen have killed two mobile police operatives of the Imo State Command, who were on a checkpoint duty in the early hours of yesterday. The incident, which occurred around Akabor in the Ikeduru council area of the state, has heightened tensions around the community. Meanwhile, the Imo State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Aboki Danjuma, vows to track down the killers.
Police warn against violent protest as IGP deploys personnel
Following plans by some groups to mobilize for nationwide mass protest the Nigeria Police Force has warned against destruction of public properties and disturbance of public spaces The Force however , reiterated that the right of citizens to protest is a right to peaceful protest only.
Immigration officer bags 7 years for passport fraud
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of one Mr. Quadri Ismail Adeyinka, an official of the Nigeria Immigration Service for committing a travelling passport fraud.
Police recruitment : No date yet for training - PSC
know The Police Service Commission has announced that no date has been fixed for training for the recently shortlisted candidates for recruitment into the Constable cadre of the Nigeria Police Force. The commission advised that candidates should exercise some patience as it was working with the Nigeria Police Force for an appropriate date . The Commission also wishes to confirm that all the dates being bandied around in the social media are fictitious and should be ignored.
We've lost over 400 people, Igbo community in Benue cries out
We’ve lost over 400 people, Igbo community in Benue cries outThe people of Ezza in Benue State have decried incessant attacks and killings by suspected warlords in Ado Local Government Area of the state. The people said they have lost over 400 people in the vicious attacks and killings. This was contained in a statement signed by some of their leaders, including Mrs.
SENATE PRESIDENT SAYS DANGOTE HAS SHAMED NIGERIAN GOVERNMENTS BY COMPLETING 650,000bpd REFINERY*
9 *…Says NASS will do all to protect the Refinery Project* The Senate leadership yesterday described the 650,000bpd Dangote Petroleum Refinery as the 9th wonder of the world but came hard on those who are skeptical of the completion of Dangote Petroleum Refinery describing them as dream killers.
Hajj 2024: Marwa warns those using pilgrimage as cover for drug trafficking
• NDLEA arrests intending pilgrims with cocaine consignments in Lagos Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd) has warned those using pilgrimage to carry out nefarious activities to desist or risk arrest and prosecution.
FIDELITY BANK UNDERTAKES ₦29.6 BILLION RIGHTS ISSUE
Fidelity Bank Plc has concluded all necessary arrangements to raise a total of up to ₦127,100,000,000.00 (One Hundred Twenty-Seven Billion, One Hundred Million Naira) by way of a Rights Issue to existing shareholders and a Public Offer (the “Combined Offer”).
Police community mourns 2 senior members,IGP condoles families
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OPAY RESUMES NEW USER ONBOARDING - Building a Stronger, Safer Financial Future for Nigerians
Lagos, Nigeria – OPay is excited to announce that it has received approval from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to resume onboarding new users! This decision reflects OPay’s unwavering commitment to regulatory compliance, robust security practices, and the fight against financial crime.
IGP declares total war on cultism
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Go after killers of 5 soldiers not innocent citizens, LP urges military
The Labour Party (LP) has condemned, in strong terms, the brutal killing of five soldiers deployed to protect citizens in Abia State, over the Biafra Day celebration, last Thursday. The party, in a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifo, called on the military to go after the perpetrators only, to avoid any collateral damage on the side of the innocent and law-abiding citizens.
Wife allegedly kills husband over alleged infidelity
A housewife identified as Oluwakemi Omolara has allegedly killed her husband, Seidu Jamiu, over alleged infidelity by the husband. It was learnt that an argument broke out between the wife and her deceased husband at night over alleged infidelity by the husband. This, according to sources, prompted the wife to heat her husband with pestle till he gave up the ghost.
World Environment Day: LG Electronics Takes Lead In Global Carbon Reduction Efforts
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Disquiet in LASU over scholarships for First Class students
. Beneficiaries fume over denial, poor implementation .Students yet to receive theirs should file official complaints to bursary dept- Spokespersons By Daniel Nworie Before a cheering crowd of students and dignitaries at the Buba Marwa Hall at the Lagos State University,( LASU), Ojo, the Vice Chancellor, Prof.
EFCC arrests 40 suspected fraudsters in Akwa Ibom
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC), Uyo Zonal Command has arrested 40 suspected internet fraudsters in early morning sting operations at two different locations in the state. According to EFCC Head, Media & Publicity Dele Oyewale,21 of the all-male suspects were arrested in Eket, while the remaining 19 were picked up in Ikot Ekpene.
Sodomy: Choir master kills boy 10 after defiling him
A middle aged man in Ebonyi State, Abraham, has been arrested by security operatives for allegedly killing a 10-year-old boy after having anal sex with him The suspect allegedly murdered the boy to prevent him from spilling the beans. In a viral video sighted by our correspondent, the suspect was seen confessing to the crime, saying that he killed the boy when he attempted to expose the crime.
Court orders removal of Emir Sanusi from Kano Palace
. Orders IGP, Kano CP to restore Bayero’s full entitlement . Another court counters order The crisis rocking the Kano Emirate Council took a dramatic twist yesterday, when the Federal High Court ordered the immediate removal of the newly reinstated Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II from the Kofar Kudu Palace.
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