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NNPCL debunks explosion reports at Warri Refinery

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed reports of an explosion at the Warri Refining and Petrochemical Company (WRPC), clarifying that no such incident occurred. In a statement issued on Friday, NNPCL’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Olufemi Soneye, refuted the claims, stating that any reports suggesting an explosion were entirely false. “NNPC Ltd wishes to clarify that there…

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INEC prosecutes 774 electoral offenders, calls for special tribunal

By Kunle Sanni The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed that 774 electoral offenders from the 2023 general election are currently facing prosecution in courts across the country. The commission stated that the prosecutions are being carried out in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), while efforts to tackle vote-buying have also led to convictions through cooperation with…

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PHOTO: Giessen Chamber of Commerce’s visit to Minister of Budget & Planning

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Nigeria, Turkey deepen economic cooperation as Finance Minister meets Turkish Ambassador

Nigeria and Turkey have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic ties following a high-level meeting between the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, and the Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, H.E. Hidayet Bayraktar, in Abuja. The meeting, held at the Federal Ministry of Finance, focused on enhancing trade and investment opportunities between both nations. Minister…

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IGP appoints Shogunle, Ogarashi to lead key security squads

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has appointed Commissioner of Police (CP) Abayomi Shogunle as the head of the Special Intervention Squad (SIS), Elections Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, and the Safe School Protection Squad. In addition, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Chima Ogarashi has been named the new Force Marine Officer (FMO) to oversee inland waterway security operations.…

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House of Reps disclaims 31-State creation proposals, says they are not official

By Kunle Sanni The House of Representatives has clarified that the 31 proposals for new state creation recently reported in the media do not represent the official position of the legislative body. The clarification was made during plenary on Thursday, February 6, 2025, by the Deputy Speaker, who also chairs the House Committee on Constitution Review. According to a statement…

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NOA, NEMA collaborate to curb fuel scooping tragedies

The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has sought the collaboration of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in a nationwide campaign against fuel scooping from fallen tankers. During a visit to NEMA headquarters on Wednesday, Issa-Onilu engaged with NEMA’s Director-General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, to discuss joint efforts aimed at addressing the recurring menace, which has…

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NOA seeks collaboration with police to promote patriotism 

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has paid an advocacy visit to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, emphasising the need for collaboration to promote national unity, patriotism, and enforcement of laws regarding safe passage on the roads. The Agency made this known in a post on its official X handle on…

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JUST IN: Obasanjo’s ADC General Jemitola slumps, dies in Abuja

Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo’s former Aide-de-Camp (ADC), Major General Christopher Jemitola on Thursday slumped and died at the IBB Golf Course in Abuja. According to family sources, he was rushed to the hospital but could not make ait as he was reportedly declared dead upon arrival by the medical staff. The late General Jemitola was Obasanjo’s ADC from 2003 to 2007.…

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