Iddo Bridge to Be Temporarily Closed for Rehabilitation Works in Lagos

16 Jun 2026

The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of the Iddo Bridge in the Ijora area of Apapa Local Government Area to facilitate ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction works. According to a statement signed by the Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, the closure is necessary to allow the safe installation of heavy steel bridge beams […]

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Dangote Refinery Reduces Petrol Price to ₦1,175/Litre as Global Oil Market Eases

16 Jun 2026

Fuel marketers have been informed of a fresh reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, by Dangote Petroleum Refinery following a recent easing of tensions in the international crude oil market. According to a circular issued to customers on Monday, the refinery attributed the price adjustment to improving […]

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South Africa Laments Economic Fallout as Xenophobia Backlash Hits Businesses, Artistes

15 Jun 2026

The South African government has acknowledged the growing economic consequences of recent tensions linked to immigration and xenophobia, revealing that citizens and businesses connected to the country are already experiencing losses across Africa. Speaking during an interview, South Africa’s Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi said the backlash has begun affecting South African […]

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Caterer Allegedly Found With Large Quantity of Food After Claiming ₦5 Million Worth Was Exhausted

15 Jun 2026

A man has sparked reactions online after sharing a video showing several food items he claimed were recovered from a caterer who had allegedly reported that food worth ₦5 million had been exhausted in less than four hours during an event. In the video, multiple cooler flasks containing rice, soup, chicken, beef, and other assorted […]

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Reno Omokri Criticises Davido Over Call for Release of Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren

14 Jun 2026

Nigerian Ambassador-designate to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has criticised music star Davido for publicly advocating the release of schoolchildren abducted in Oyo State, arguing that such publicity could unintentionally benefit the kidnappers and complicate rescue efforts. In a statement released on Thursday, Omokri said many people wrongly assume that global attention and public outrage put pressure […]

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Labour Party Endorses Chibuzo Okereke as 2027 Presidential Candidate

13 Jun 2026

The Labour Party has formally endorsed Dr. Chibuzo Okereke as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections following what the party described as a broad-based consensus among members and stakeholders during a meeting held in Abuja on May 30, 2026. Speaking after his emergence, Okereke called on Nigerians to rebuild their confidence in the […]

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Tributes Pour In as Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dies at 47 After Nearly Four Years in a Coma

13 Jun 2026

Tributes have continued to pour in following the death of Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, who passed away at the age of 47 after spending nearly four years in a coma. The Thai royal palace announced her death on June 12, 2026. Princess Bajrakitiyabha had been hospitalized since December 2022 after […]

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Reactions Trail Video of Oyo Residents Chanting “Jagaban 2027” After Receiving Semovita

13 Jun 2026

A video showing some residents of Oyo State chanting support for the APC after receiving sachets of Semovita at an outreach event has continued to generate debate across social media platforms. The clip, which circulated on X, showed residents holding 1kg packs of Semovita while chanting “Jagaban 2027,” a slogan associated with President Bola Tinubu […]

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“Nigeria Has Been Overrun by Bandits” — Strong Critique of Corruption and Governance

11 Jun 2026

A commentator has painted a bleak picture of Nigeria’s current state, arguing that corruption has become so deeply entrenched that it now defines the country’s institutions and leadership. Drawing a comparison with Western movies, the writer described a situation where bandits invade and take control of a town, imposing heavy taxes on residents while enriching […]

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