Chinese and Indian refiners are actively seeking alternative crude oil supplies as new US sanctions on Russian producers and tankers disrupt the flow of shipments to Moscow’s key customers. The sanctions, announced by the US Treasury on Friday, target major Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas, along with 183 vessels that have been instrumental…
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa over allegations of financial impropriety and statutory misconduct. This decision marks a dramatic turn in Obasa’s tenure, which has been marred by controversy. The lawmakers wasted no time in appointing his successor, Mojisola Meranda, as the new Speaker. Meranda, who represents Apapa…
Bitcoin’s price fell below the $90,000 threshold on Monday, marking a challenging start to the week for the cryptocurrency market. The flagship digital asset declined by 2% to $92,567.84, according to Coin Metrics, after briefly hitting a low of $89,259. This drop comes as investors continue to offload growth-oriented assets, including cryptocurrencies and tech stocks….
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed an unusual diplomatic move, offering to return captured North Korean soldiers to Pyongyang in exchange for the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war held in Russia. This proposal follows the confirmation that Ukraine has captured two North Korean soldiers who were reportedly fighting alongside Russian forces. On January 9,…
The Nigerian government has approved four airlines to streamline air travel for Nigerian pilgrims attending the 202 Hajj. The announcement was made known by Prof. Abdullahi Usman, the Commission’s Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on Sunday. Following a rigorous selection process, the following airlines have been granted approval: Air Peace…
