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An overturned, petrol-laden tanker exploded in the early hours of Friday along the Abeokuta–Sagamu Expressway, Ogun State, prompting fears that many people have died in the blaze. The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m. near the Abeokuta-Kobape–Siun–Sagamu interchange on the PMB Expressway when the tanker, reportedly travelling at excessive speed, lost …

Stanbic IBTC Holdings has renovated Alegbo Primary School in Delta State, as part of its Adopt-A-School initiative, marking another milestone in the financial institution’s steadfast commitment to educational excellence across Nigeria. The comprehensive renovation and expansion project represents a holistic approach to educational development, addressing critical infrastructure needs while creating …

   A civil society group in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, known as Right for Human Dignity and Justice (RHDAJ), on Thursday has lambasted the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), saying the two frontline labour groups …

The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and the Bankers’ Committee for their role in the successful revamp and commissioning of the National Theatre, Iganmu, Lagos. AFRIMA described the restoration of …

NNPC projects heavy revenue losses after PENGASSAN strike caused major oil and gas production deferments across Nigeria. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has projected significant revenue losses following the suspended strike by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), which disrupted production, liftings, and …

The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has announced the official opening of its online application portal for teaching positions across the state. In a statement signed on Monday by the Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, the board said the recruitment exercise, approved by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is aimed at …

‎ President Bola Tinubu has has ordered security operatives to conduct a quick and thorough investigation into the murder of Ms. Somtochukwu Maduagwu, a news anchor with Arise Television News with a view to apprehend the perpetrators and bring them to justice. President Tinubu said this while reacting to the …

The Naira Monday appreciated to N1,500 per dollar in the parallel market, stronger than the N1,510 per dollar recorded last weekend. However, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Naira depreciated slightly to N1,480.15 per dollar.Nigerian sports gear Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that …

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned two men, Ibrahim Suleiman Umar and Tijani Adam Goni, before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Abuja, for allegedly swindling job seekers of N4.8 million through a fake employment racket. According to ICPC spokesperson, Demola Bakare, in a …

Mr Bassey added that efforts by the complainant to recover his money were futile. A27-year-old Lotto agent, Daniel Ayomikun, was on Tuesday arraigned before an Ogudu Magistrates’ Court, Lagos, for allegedly stealing his business partner’s N2.7 million. Ayomikun, who resides on Aladelola Street, Ikosi-Ketu, is facing a charge of stealing. …