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NNPC Retail Limited (NRL) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusivity and professional empowerment with the successful hosting of She-Fix 2025, an event dedicated to advancing women’s roles in the automotive, technical, and energy sectors. Held at The Stable Center, Surulere, Lagos, the landmark initiative attracted over 300 participants, celebrating…
Civil society organizations (CSOs) are calling for accountability following a tragic tanker explosion in Karu, Abuja, that claimed multiple lives and caused severe damage on Wednesday night. President Bola Tinubu has ordered a thorough investigation into the incident, emphasizing the need to prevent future tragedies. In a statement, his Special…
The House of Representatives has approved President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State, following escalating political tensions and security concerns. During plenary on Wednesday, 243 lawmakers supported the motion moved by House Majority Leader, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, albeit with amendments. One such amendment, proposed by…
A civil society organization, the Muslim Media Watch Group of Nigeria (MMWG), has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure strict oversight of the N758 billion bond allocated for settling pension arrears to prevent mismanagement and sabotage. In a statement, the National Coordinator of MMWG, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi, commended…
In a strategic effort to enhance governance and service delivery, Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved a series of high-profile appointments and promotions across key sectors. The announcement, made by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, highlights the administration’s commitment to excellence, efficiency, and inclusivity.…
The Chief Executive and Program Director of the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI), Mr. Michael Oluwagbemi, has emphasized the need for heightened safety awareness and strict adherence to safety protocols at accident scenes. Speaking during an inspection of the Karu bridge accident site in Abuja, alongside officials from the Nigeria…
A devastating accident occurred this evening at Karu Bridge, between Kugbo and Nyanya in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), involving a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) truck and multiple vehicles. According to Mr. Mark Nyam, Head of Forecasting, Response, and Mitigation at the FCT Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the crash happened…
Despite President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State on Tuesday, the House of Representatives ended its plenary session on Wednesday without addressing the issue. The emergency declaration follows a prolonged political crisis in the oil-rich South-South state, which has sparked concerns over governance and security.…
Vice President Kashim Shettima has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, emphasizing that his administration’s decisive economic policies—particularly the removal of petroleum subsidies—are setting Nigeria on a path to becoming a global economic powerhouse. Speaking at the Presidential Villa while receiving a delegation from the Harvard Kennedy School Alumni on a…
A major fire disaster was averted at Alagbede Tipper Garage in Ilorin South Local Government Area, as the Kwara State Fire Service successfully saved 39 trucks from destruction. According to a statement by the agency’s Head of Media and Publicity, Hassan Adekunle, firefighters swiftly responded to a distress call, arriving…
