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Dangote refinery cuts off petrol sales to fuel importers over “blending” of Euro-5 product with imported grades

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has stopped selling petrol to marketers who import fuel, accusing them of blending its Euro-5 product with lower-quality imported grades.

Lionel Messi plays final Argentina match tonight against Benin after 21 years, 207 caps and 125 goals

Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday in a friendly against Benin at Buenos Aires' Estadio Monumental, ending a 21-year international career.

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Wike Warned Against Usurping Presidential Authority

The Rivers State local government election controversy continues as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike faces accusations of overstepping his authority and undermining President Tinubu's directives.

Canadian Woman Arrested as NDLEA Seizes $5.63m in Opioids

NDLEA intercepts over N9 billion in opioids, arrests multiple suspects, and intensifies nationwide efforts against drug trafficking and abuse.

Adada Leads as Southeast’s Most Desired New State

Justice Nelson Ogbuanya describes Adada as the most desired state for creation in Nigeria's Southeast due to its cultural homogeneity and historical significance.  

Nigeria’s Economy Deemed ‘Dysfunctional,’ Failing to Meet the Needs of 220 Million Citizens

Nigeria’s economy is deemed dysfunctional, with experts warning that poor governance, inflation, and unemployment are preventing it from serving its 220 million citizens effectively.

FBI Seeks EFCC Aid to Arrest Two Nigerians Over $13m U.S Healthcare Fraud

The FBI has requested the EFCC's assistance in apprehending two Nigerian fugitives accused of orchestrating a $13 million healthcare fraud scheme in the United States

Nigeria Needs Restructuring Over Six-Year Term, Says Okorie

Chekwas Okorie stresses the need for restructuring and credible elections in Nigeria, dismissing the focus on a six-year single presidential term as proposed by Atiku Abubakar.  

Nigerian Banks Hire More Staff, Double Wage Bills Amid Rising Inflation

Nigerian banks are doubling their wage bills and increasing staff in response to inflation, with First Bank’s personnel expenses rising 45% as operational costs soar.

Google Invests $1.8 Billion in Nigeria’s Digital Economy

Google invested $1.8 billion in Nigeria in 2023, driving significant economic growth and empowering businesses through digital technologies and skills training

NFF Holds Annual General Assembly in Delta State

The Nigeria Football Federation is set to hold its Annual General Assembly in Asaba, focusing on shaping the future of football governance in Nigeria.

Osun State on Edge Over Alleged INEC Bomb Plot

Osun State is in a state of tension following allegations of a plot to bomb the INEC office. The APC is calling for an investigation, while Governor Adeleke denies involvement and threatens legal action for defamation claims.

Loan Apps Surge by 80% as Nigerians’ Debt Appetite Reaches N7.5tn

The number of approved loan apps in Nigeria has jumped by 80%, with Nigerians' debt appetite reaching N7.5tn, driven by inflation and rising living costs.

Reps Demand GCON Honor for Speaker Abbas

The House of Representatives has called for Speaker Abbas to be awarded the GCON honor, challenging the perceived inequality between the legislative chambers.

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Dangote refinery cuts off petrol sales to fuel importers over “blending” of Euro-5 product with imported grades

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has stopped selling petrol to marketers who import fuel, accusing them of blending its Euro-5 product with lower-quality imported grades.

Lionel Messi plays final Argentina match tonight against Benin after 21 years, 207 caps and 125 goals

Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday in a friendly against Benin at Buenos Aires' Estadio Monumental, ending a 21-year international career.

Nigerians owe N2.06 trillion in personal loans as borrowing to survive overtakes borrowing to invest

Personal loans held by Nigerians rose to about N2.06 trillion in May 2026, CBN data shows, as households increasingly borrow to cope with rising living costs.

NYSC kidnap: Ransom drops from N1 billion to N100 million as police say camp is mined with IEDs

Kidnappers holding 20 prospective corps members in Imo State have cut their ransom from N50 million to N5 million each as parents report the captives are being beaten.