Fuel prices climb at various Nigerian retail outlets
Several Nigerian petrol stations have raised their fuel prices by up to N50 per litre, even as other retailers maintain current rates following shifts in ex-depot costs.
July 16, 2026
Kano Police and Customs Schedule Live-Fire Drills
The Kano State Police Command has announced scheduled live-ammunition training exercises for police and customs officers in Dawakin Tofa, advising local residents to stay clear and remain calm.
July 16, 2026
England to Prohibit Energy Drink Sales to Under-16s Starting in April
New government regulations in England will forbid the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to those under 16 starting this April to improve child health and address academic and behavioral concerns.
July 16, 2026
APM Urges President Tinubu to Suspend Minister Dave Umahi Over Death of Mary Habila
The Allied People’s Movement is demanding the suspension of Works Minister Dave Umahi to allow for an independent investigation into the death of physiotherapist Mary Habila at his residence.
July 16, 2026
Senate President Akpabio Admits Lack of Oversight on National Assembly Budget
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has acknowledged he has never seen the National Assembly's budget, leading the Senate to drop a motion for a new procurement board until greater financial transparency is achieved.
July 16, 2026
Mary Amaechi, Mother of Rotimi Amaechi, Passes Away at 89
Mary Amaechi, the mother of former Minister Rotimi Amaechi, has died at the age of 89, with funeral arrangements to be announced later.
July 16, 2026
Fifa reviewing Argentina’s Falklands banner display
Fifa is investigating Argentina after players displayed a banner regarding the Falkland Islands following their World Cup semi-final win against England.
July 16, 2026
Amanda Serrano Targets Knockout Record in Upcoming Fight Against Lucrecia Manzur
Amanda Serrano seeks to set a new women's boxing knockout record in a title defense against Lucrecia Manzur, which will also be the first championship bout streamed on TikTok Live.
July 16, 2026
R. Kelly Petitions President Trump for Sentence Commutation
R. Kelly has officially requested that President Donald Trump commute his 31-year prison sentence following a series of sexual abuse convictions.
July 16, 2026
White House staffer probed for allegedly profiting $100k from betting on Trump’s speech phrasing
A White House teleprompter operator faces an investigation after allegedly making nearly $100,000 by betting on words President Trump used in his speeches.
July 16, 2026