The Nigeria Immigration Service has suspended Assistant Superintendent of Immigration II, Okpravero Ufuoma, for allegedly seeking a bribe from a traveller. NIS Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, announced the suspension in a statement by Service Public Relations Officer Kenneth Udo on Thursday in Abuja. Nandap condemned the officer’s actions, which were captured in a viral video, […]
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Army Arrests Soldier for Killing Protester in Kaduna
The Nigerian Army has arrested a soldier for the fatal shooting of a protester in Zaria, Kaduna State. According to Army Spokesman Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the incident occurred as the soldier attempted to disperse a crowd during a protest. The soldier, whose name has not been disclosed, fired a warning shot that led to […]
NCAA to Launch Consumer Protection Portal to Enhance Complaints Resolution
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is set to introduce a consumer protection portal by the end of the year to streamline the resolution of air travellers’ complaints. Capt. Chris Najomo, Acting Director of Civil Aviation, announced this initiative during the start of a two-day training for Consumer Protection Officers (CPOs) and airline staff at […]
South African Actress Connie Chiume, Star of Black Panther, Dies at 72
Connie Chiume, the celebrated South African actress renowned for her roles in Black Panther and its sequel, has died at the age of 72. Her family shared the news on Instagram, noting she passed away at Johannesburg’s Garden City Hospital. The cause of death has not been disclosed. Chiume’s career began after working as a […]
NNPCL Leaders Defend Against Economic Sabotage Allegations Before Senate
ABUJA – Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) executives and stakeholders have rejected allegations of economic sabotage in the oil and gas sector during a Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigation. The Minister of State for Petroleum, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, NNPCL Group Chief Executive Officer Mallam Mele Kyari, and NMDPRA CEO Engineer Farouk Ahmed presented their defense […]
Defence Minister Badaru Urges Stronger Security Cooperation in ECOWAS
ABUJA – Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has called for enhanced security cooperation among ECOWAS member states to bolster their defense capabilities against security threats. Speaking at the 42nd Ordinary Meeting of the ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff in Abuja, Badaru stressed the importance of collective efforts to combat terrorism, cross-border crimes, […]
Warri Refinery Workers Plan Protest for August 19
Support staff at Warri Refinery & Petrochemical Company Limited (WRPCL) are set to resume their protest on August 19, 2024, citing dissatisfaction with their working conditions and pay. In an open letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the workers criticized the NNPCL management for not addressing their grievances. Their demands include improved remuneration and a […]
Nigeria Rejects Foreign Interference, Launches Probe into Protest Violence
On August 7, 2024, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, reaffirmed the country’s stance against foreign interference in its domestic issues and stressed the importance of maintaining positive international relations. During a briefing with diplomatic corps members in Abuja, Tuggar addressed the recent nationwide #EndBadGovernanceinNigeria protests that began on August 1. These demonstrations, sparked […]
Obasanjo: Fuel Importers Will Resist Dangote Refinery’s Success
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has asserted that beneficiaries of Nigeria’s fuel importation business will attempt to undermine the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Obasanjo’s remarks follow claims by Aliko Dangote that certain ‘mafias’ are obstructing the $20 billion refinery project. Speaking with the Financial Times, Obasanjo emphasized that the refinery should inspire investment in Nigeria but warned […]
Lagos Seaports Face N141m in Damages and N103m in Theft Over Six Months – Police Report
In the first half of 2024, property valued at over N141 million was destroyed at Lagos’ major seaports, Apapa and Tin-Can Island Ports, according to a recent police report. The Western Zone of the Police Authority released these figures during the second quarter meeting of the Nigeria Port Consultative Council (NPCC) held in Lagos. The […]