The Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), Delta State, inaugurated its Academia-Industry Advisory Board on Thursday, July 25th, 2024. This initiative aims to forge strong industry connections and shape the future of petroleum education in Nigeria. Engr. Prof. Akpofure Rim-Rukeh FNES, Vice-Chancellor of the University and Chair of the Advisory Board, highlighted the significance […]
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CSO Accuses Billy Osawaru, Others Over Support for Alleged Oil Sector Fraud
A rights group, Save Nigeria Proactive Coalition (SNPC) has accused some members of the House of Representatives led by Hon. Billy Osawaru of supporting corruption in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. The CSO which made this known in a press statement on Friday also accused Osawaru and others of receiving over $10 million as kickbacks […]
Four Killed Amidst Protest at Borno Filling Station
Four protesters were killed at Kime filling station, Bolori Junction in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State. According to Daily Trust, officials at the petrol station identified the deceased as their workers and provided differing accounts of how they died. “As I’m speaking to you now, they are still lying in the pool of their […]
Burna Boy Passes “African Giant” Title to Falz Amid ‘End Bad Governance’ Protest
Nigerian music star Burna Boy has reacted to the ongoing “End Bad Governance In Nigeria” protest by crowning fellow musician Falz as the new African Giant. Burna Boy, known for his rapid rise in the music world and widespread acceptability, has often referred to himself as the African Giant. His music, similar in style to […]
Breaking News: Protesters Block Kano Government House Amid Tensions
Protests erupted in front of the Kano Government House today as demonstrators set up burning fires using tyres and other materials. The unrest unfolded as protesters from various parts of Kano assembled, awaiting a scheduled address from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Security forces were deployed to manage the situation, and efforts were made to disperse […]
Chaos Erupts in Kano as Looters Exploit Protest
The nationwide protest against economic hardship has spiraled into violence in Kano, with hoodlums seizing the opportunity to loot shops and offices. Nigeria Times News reports that the protest, which initially aimed to address economic issues, has been overtaken by criminal elements. These individuals have been involved in widespread looting and mob actions across various […]
Protesters Clash with Police in Maiduguri, Borno State
Protests in Maiduguri, Borno State, turned chaotic on Thursday as demonstrators clashed with police in the Bulunkutu area. The situation intensified when officers deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd, and gunshots were heard, though no casualties have been reported. The protesters, numbering in the hundreds, erected roadblocks, disrupting traffic and vandalizing vehicles that attempted […]
Atiku Criticizes Grain Distribution as Inadequate Response to Hunger Crisis
ABUJA – Amid Nigeria’s escalating hunger crisis, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the government’s reliance on short-term solutions, such as grain distribution, which he argues are insufficient to address the underlying issues. In a statement released on Wednesday, Atiku called for a more comprehensive approach to tackle the food crisis, emphasizing that temporary […]
Sanwo-Olu Urges Dialogue Over Protest, Warns Against Disorder
LAGOS – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appealed to those planning an ‘End Bad Government’ protest in Lagos State to reconsider their plans and opt for dialogue with the government to address their concerns. During a 20-minute address at the Governor’s Office in Alausa on Wednesday, Sanwo-Olu emphasized that protests are unnecessary given the government’s extensive […]
Nation Mourns Onyeka Onwenu: Tributes from Tinubu, Mbah, and Sanwo-Olu
ABUJA – President Bola Tinubu has joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the loss of Ms. Onyeka Onwenu, a renowned singer, songwriter, actor, journalist, activist, and politician. In a statement released by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, on Wednesday, the president expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the “Queen of Songs,” whose iconic rendition […]