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Army, police deploy drones to search Kogi forests for kidnap victims along Okene-Auchi Road

The Kogi State Police Command and the Nigerian Army have launched a joint forest search for kidnap victims along the Okene-Auchi Road, deploying drones and tactical teams across suspected hideouts.

CBN, NDDC, NUPRC snub Senate committee probing NEITI oil and gas audit reports

The Central Bank of Nigeria, NDDC and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission have ignored Senate summons over NEITI oil and gas audit reports covering three years.

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Mbappe Secures a Five-Year, €150 Million Deal With Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe joins Real Madrid in a €150 million deal, setting the stage for an exciting future with the La Liga champions.

Nigeria Advances in Global Markets with Key Economic Reforms

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu's recent executive orders aim to elevate the country's petroleum sector to global competitiveness.

N44bn Fraud Scandal Rocks First Bank, Police Assistance Sought

A massive N44 billion fraud scandal has rocked First Bank of Nigeria, prompting police involvement and raising significant concerns over internal controls.

Looming Strike Threatens to Deepen Economic Hardship

Nigerian rights group CERON warns the government of a looming labor strike that could worsen the nation's economic hardship. The group urges renewed negotiations between the government and labor unions to reach a compromise on a new minimum wage. With Nigerians already struggling, a strike would further erode purchasing power and potentially lead to social unrest.

IBEDC Sacks Kingsley Achife as Acting Managing Director, Appoints Francis Agoha

IBEDC appoints Francis Agoha as new Acting Managing Director, replacing Kingsley Achife to drive improvements in electricity distribution and service reliability.

Nigeria’s Labor Unions Announce Indefinite Strike

Nigeria's labor unions declare an indefinite strike from June 3, 2024, over unresolved wage and working condition issues, impacting public services nationwide.

Tinubu Launches Initiative to Bridge Gap, Empower Vulnerable Nigerians

In a move to bridge the gap between the government and local communities, Nigerian...

WHO Urges Protection for Youth from Tobacco on World No Tobacco Day

On World No Tobacco Day, WHO emphasizes the need to shield youth from tobacco industry's harmful influence and manipulative marketing.

EFCC Investigates Kwankwaso Over N2.5bn Pension Fraud

Former Kano Governor Kwankwaso is under EFCC investigation for allegedly mismanaging N2.5 billion in pension funds, highlighting deep-seated corruption issues in governance.

Rail Growth Reaches Two-Year High as Transport Sector Exits Recession

Nigeria's rail transport sector reaches a two-year high, signaling recovery from recession driven by investments and policy reforms

House Reps Probe NIPC Over Spending Discrepancies

Nigeria's House of Representatives is investigating the Nigeria Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) over apparent inconsistencies between its budgeted spending and revenue figures. Lawmakers scrutinized the agency during a hearing focused on monitoring revenue generation by government agencies. The NIPC reportedly spent N3.15 billion in the first quarter of 2024, exceeding the N2.89 billion it collected in revenue during the same period.

Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta Wins Best Premier League Coach at Globe Soccer Awards

Mikel Arteta wins the Best Premier League Coach title in Sardinia, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier manager in European football.

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Army, police deploy drones to search Kogi forests for kidnap victims along Okene-Auchi Road

The Kogi State Police Command and the Nigerian Army have launched a joint forest search for kidnap victims along the Okene-Auchi Road, deploying drones and tactical teams across suspected hideouts.

CBN, NDDC, NUPRC snub Senate committee probing NEITI oil and gas audit reports

The Central Bank of Nigeria, NDDC and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission have ignored Senate summons over NEITI oil and gas audit reports covering three years.

INEC Extends 2027 Nomination Deadline, Suspends Physical PVC Collection in Osun

KEY POINTS INEC moved the 2027 candidate-submission deadline to August 11. Physical PVC collection...

Sanwo-Olu Inspects Vandalised Bridge on Lagos-Badagry Expressway, Assures Motorists of Safety

KEY POINTS Sanwo-Olu inspected the vandalised bridge at Vin-Niger on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The...