Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

JUST-IN: Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price To ₦820 per Litre. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from ₦850 to ₦820 per litre. Effective from Tuesday, 12 August 2025, this price cut is set to bring relief to millions of Nigerians amid rising economic pressures. The announcement, made by Anthony Chiejina, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer at Dangote Group, highlights the refinery’s commitment to stabilising Nigeria’s petroleum market. “This reduction reflects our dedication to supporting national development and easing the burden on consumers,” Chiejina said.…

Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport Set To Launch Commercial Operations. The Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport in Ogun State is poised to commence commercial operations following the anticipated issuance of its official licence this week, according to Governor Dapo Abiodun. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the state’s ambitious aviation project, designed to bolster Nigeria’s economic landscape and alleviate pressure on Lagos’s congested Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Located along the Ilisan-Iperu axis in Ikenne Local Government Area, the airport has undergone rigorous inspections by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), and Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet).…

EFCC Releases Former Sokoto Governor Aminu Tambuwal After Brief Detention. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released Aminu Tambuwal, the former governor of Sokoto State and current senator representing Sokoto South, following a brief period of detention. Tambuwal was freed on Tuesday evening after hours of questioning at the EFCC headquarters in Abuja, according to sources familiar with the matter. Tambuwal, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, was detained on Monday morning after honouring an invitation from the anti-graft agency. The interrogation centred on allegations of…

Lagos Unveils Digital House Numbering System To Transform Property Identification. Lagos State Government has launched an innovative digital house numbering system, dubbed the “Identifier” project, aimed at revolutionising property identification and urban management across the state. The initiative, unveiled by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday during the Nigeria Land Titling, Registration and Documentation Programme (NLTRDP) in Victoria Island, marks a significant step towards modernising Lagos’ infrastructure. The pilot phase of the project is set to commence next week in Ikeja, the state capital, with plans for a broader rollout across all 20 local governments and 37 Local Council Development Areas…

President Tinubu Appoints New USPF Board To Boost Digital Access In Nigeria. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new board for the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), a significant move aimed at enhancing access to information and communication technologies (ICT) across Nigeria. The announcement, made on Tuesday, 12 August 2025, positions Dr Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, as the board’s Chairman, signaling a strong commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. The USPF, established to promote universal access to ICT services in rural, unserved, and underserved areas, plays a pivotal role…

Federal Fire Service Heroics Save ₦200M In Abuja Fire. On Tuesday, 12 August 2025, the Federal Fire Service, based at its National Headquarters, showcased remarkable bravery and efficiency in tackling a fire at Garki 2 Divisional Police Station in Abuja. Led by Senior Fireman Agbo, the team successfully protected property valued at over ₦200 million from a blaze sparked by an electrical surge. The fire, which threatened significant damage, was swiftly brought under control using CO₂ extinguishers. The crew’s rapid response was followed by meticulous salvage operations to ensure no re-ignition occurred. Their professionalism earned high praise from the Divisional…

Abia Man’s Mother Dies Weeks After His Release from 26-Year Imprisonment. Ogbonna Igbojionu, a 48-year-old man from Abia State, Nigeria, has been struck by tragedy following the death of his mother, mere weeks after his release from Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison in Lagos. Igbojionu spent 26 years on death row for unknowingly purchasing a stolen generator in 1999, a case that sparked widespread outrage and highlighted flaws in Nigeria’s justice system. At the age of 22, Igbojionu, a generator dealer, bought a unit from a man named Segun Ajibade, unaware it was stolen. Two weeks later, police arrested him,…

Nigerian Bar Association Condemns Ibom Air’s Treatment Of Passenger, Demands Reversal Of Lifetime Ban. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has issued a strong condemnation of Ibom Air and the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) for their handling of an incident involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson on a flight from Uyo to Lagos on 10 August 2025. The association has called for the immediate withdrawal of a lifetime flight ban imposed on her, describing the airline’s actions as “reckless, unlawful, and a grave affront to human dignity.” According to a statement signed by NBA President Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, and General…

Wikipedia Confirms Chief Owolabi Salis As First Nigerian To Travel To Space. Chief Owolabi Salis, a prominent Nigerian lawyer and finance expert based in the United States, has been officially recognised by Wikipedia as the first Nigerian to venture into space. This historic achievement, corroborated by credible sources, marks a proud moment for Nigeria and the African continent in the field of space exploration. On 29 June 2025, Chief Salis joined five other passengers on Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS-33 mission, launched from the company’s West Texas facility. The suborbital flight crossed the Kármán line, the internationally accepted boundary…

Students Protest At Federal Polytechnic Bauchi Amid Hostel Robbery, Police Respond With Tear Gas. Tensions escalated at the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi today as students took to the streets to protest following a robbery at their hostel. The demonstration, which began in the early hours of Tuesday, was sparked by an overnight attack where armed robbers stormed the male students’ hostel, stealing valuables such as smartphones and laptops and leaving several students injured. The angry students, frustrated by what they described as inadequate security measures by the polytechnic’s management, blocked the Bauchi–Dass road near the institution’s main entrance, halting traffic…

AWLA Nigeria Condemns Dehumanising Treatment Of Female Passenger By Ibom Air Crew. The African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) Nigeria – Lagos Branch has issued a strong condemnation of the appalling treatment of a female passenger by Ibom Air crew and airport security officials. The incident, which occurred on a recent flight, saw the passenger forcibly removed from an aircraft following a dispute with a crew member, during which she was allegedly stripped naked. Adesola Bello, Coordinator of AWLA Nigeria – Lagos Branch, expressed profound shock and outrage at the incident, describing it as a grave violation of the…

Tinubu Reconstitutes HYPREP Governing Council And Board Of Trustees To Bolster Niger Delta Cleanup. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the Governing Council and Board of Trustees of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP), a critical initiative aimed at addressing environmental degradation in the Niger Delta. The announcement, made on Monday, 11 August 2025, by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, signals a renewed commitment to the region’s cleanup efforts. The reconstituted Governing Council will be chaired by the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal. It includes a diverse group of representatives to…