Nigeria’s reliance on imported petrol has dropped dramatically, with the country’s spending on fuel imports falling by more than 96 percent in the first quarter of 2026. The sharp decline highlights a major shift in Nigeria’s energy landscape and reflects the growing impact of domestic refining capacity on the nation’s fuel supply chain. According to…
Seplat Energy has announced a significant leadership transition that will see renowned businessman and investor Tony O. Elumelu assume the role of Chairman of the Board from January 1, 2027, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey. The announcement forms part of a broader succession plan designed to strengthen governance, ensure leadership continuity,…
The Nigeria Police Force has released footage from the operation that led to the rescue of Busayo John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, days after they were abducted by gunmen in Ibadan, Oyo State. The video, made public on Sunday, provides a…
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the National Assembly’s controversial N110 billion vehicle procurement and allowance scheme was unlawful, describing the expenditure as a violation of procurement regulations, constitutional principles, and public trust. In a landmark judgment, Justice Yellim Bogoro held that the spending of N40 billion on 465 vehicles for federal…
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called on traditional rulers across Yorubaland to harness ancestral values and traditional institutions in the fight against banditry, kidnapping, and other forms of insecurity threatening communities in the region. The revered monarch made the appeal during the grand finale of the 2026 Ifa Festival, where he expressed…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has assured former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, that every effort is being made to secure the safe release of his abducted sister and her twin sons. The governor gave the assurance on Friday during a visit to Adelabu, where he expressed sympathy and solidarity with the family following…
The Federal Government has officially commenced the construction of a 20-megawatt mini-grid power project in Egume, Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State, in a move aimed at expanding access to electricity and driving economic development across the region. The groundbreaking ceremony was performed by the Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu Audu, who described the…
Spain has secured the top position in a major international ranking recognizing the countries with the world’s most handsome men, further strengthening its reputation as one of the globe’s most admired destinations for beauty, culture, and lifestyle. According to data compiled by World Population Review, Spain outperformed several other countries in a global attractiveness assessment…
Football fans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup will have to leave their vuvuzelas at home after FIFA officially prohibited the iconic plastic horns from all tournament venues across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The decision is part of FIFA’s updated stadium code of conduct, which outlines a range of items and…
A fresh and troubling dimension has emerged in the ongoing abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, with reports indicating that the kidnappers have introduced both financial and ideological demands as conditions for the victims’ release. According to information attributed to the leadership of the Oyo State House of…
