The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has challenged the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to expose those responsible for the alleged \$18 billion wasted on the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s government-owned refineries. Citing years of failed turnaround maintenance at the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries, Dangote accused successive governments of squandering public funds without accountability or results. This development comes amid rising tensions between the refinery and NUPENG over unionisation rights for Dangote’s newly recruited compressed natural gas (CNG) truck drivers. The union had accused Dangote of attempting to monopolise the fuel distribution sector and of preventing workers…
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Funke Akindele, Nollywood actress and filmmaker, has thrown her support behind Hilda Baci’s Guinness World Record attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian Jollof rice. The event, held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, drew a massive crowd and featured celebrity appearances, music, and dance, creating a carnival-like atmosphere. Akindele praised Baci’s determination and resilience, describing her as “strong and beautiful with brains”. Akindele urged young women to look beyond physical appearance and focus on hard work, citing Baci as a role model. “You can look beautiful, but you have to hustle, you have to do…
Resident doctors in Lagos State have fully complied with the five-day warning strike declared by the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), bringing healthcare services to a grinding halt in major federal hospitals. The strike, which began on Friday, September 12, 2025, is in response to the Federal Government’s failure to address long-standing demands, including the release of the 2025 Medical Residency Training Fund and payment of five months’ arrears arising from the revised Consolidated Medical Salary Structure. A visit to hospitals such as the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), and National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, revealed…
Fegho John Umunubo, former Special Assistant on Digital & Creative Economy in the Office of the Vice President, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and Deputy Chief of Staff Senator Ibrahim Hassan Hadejia for the opportunity to serve Nigeria. He noted that he was grateful for the chance to contribute to the growth of Nigeria’s creative industry and strengthen collaboration between government and the private sector to unlock more funding and market access for creatives. During his tenure, Umunubo focused on initiatives to accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s creative and digital economy. One…
Renowned celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, has kicked off a bold attempt to cook the world’s largest pot of Nigerian jollof rice. The event began on Friday at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, drawing attention from across the country and beyond. This culinary feat is the centerpiece of the “Gino Jollof Festival,” hosted in collaboration with food brand Gino. The massive cooking setup features a specially designed pot that stands six metres tall and spans six metres wide, capable of holding 250 bags of rice. Baci, who gained international recognition in 2023 for…
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has officially transferred 440 million BGB tokens to Morph Foundation in a landmark move to strengthen their strategic partnership and reshape on-chain payment infrastructure. The collaboration aims to expand the utility of BGB across multiple blockchain projects, elevating it to a key ecosystem token within the Web3 space. As part of the agreement, all 440 million BGB tokens previously held by Bitget were moved to Morph Foundation. Of these, 220 million tokens were burned instantly to reduce supply and enhance long-term value. The remaining 220 million tokens are locked and will be gradually released at a monthly…
Nigerian social commentator Verydarkman has reacted to Pastor Jerry Eze’s staggering ₦10.6 billion YouTube earnings. Pastor Eze, founder of Streams of Joy International, has been named Nigeria’s highest-earning YouTuber for the second consecutive year, according to Playboard, a global YouTube analytics platform. Verydarkman questioned whether Pastor Eze should be considered a content creator like himself, given the nature of his YouTube content. In a post, Verydarkman wrote, “Verydarkman is a content creator; are you also saying Pastor Jerry Eze is a content creator??? VDM is using people’s problems as content to get views and get paid. Will you say Pastor…
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the country is on the path to achieving sustainability in the power sector. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this declaration during the inauguration of new facilities at the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) in Abuja. According to Adelabu, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has demonstrated genuine commitment to improving the power sector, and the results are already evident. The country has recorded the highest power generation and transmission in its history, and Nigerians will soon enjoy 24/7 uninterrupted power supply. Adelabu emphasized that power supply is crucial to driving other critical…
The Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill empowering Governor Ahmadu Fintiri to appoint acting emirs and chiefs in the state. The bill, which amends the state’s Chiefs’ Appointment and Deposition Law No. 20 of 2025, allows the governor to appoint a prince from the ruling house to act in place of an incapacitated emir or chief. The bill was approved after the House Ad-hoc committee, chaired by Deputy Speaker Mohammed Buba Jijiwa, presented its report during Wednesday’s plenary session. According to the committee, the traditional council, in consultation with the governor, may appoint a person to act…
The Obidient Movement, a group of supporters of Peter Obi, has urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to step down in favor of Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential election. This call comes after a closed-door meeting between Obi and Jonathan on September 11, where they discussed the state of the nation and potential strategies for a unified opposition front. The Obidient Movement believes Jonathan should maintain his elder statesman status and support Obi, citing Obi’s popularity among millions of Nigerians seeking a new direction. Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, emphasized that while both men are respected leaders,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has partnered with private sector investors to boost local battery production and expand access to cheaper, cleaner fuel alternatives. The initiative aims to bridge the country’s energy gap, create jobs, and localize technology production. The government has taken decisive steps to promote local lithium battery and solar component production, with plans to attract investors and set up local factories. The CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Mustapha Abdullahi, revealed that the government is in talks with investors to scale up production and generate employment opportunities. “Nigeria is very rich in terms of mineral resources.…
Burkina Faso has abolished visa fees formerly all African travelers, effective immediately, in a bid to strengthen Pan-African solidarity and encourage the free movement of people and goods. The country’s Security Minister, Mahamadou Sana, announced the policy shift after a cabinet meeting chaired by military leader Captain Ibrahim Traoré. African citizens will no longer pay visa fees to enter Burkina Faso, although they will still need to submit an online application for the approval. This move is expected to promote tourism, showcase Burkinabe culture, and improve the country’s visibility abroad. The policy shift is part of Burkina Faso’s commitment to…