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Nigerian Gas Stations Close Amid Fuel Price Hike Rumors
Several Nigerian petrol stations have suspended operations as rumors circulate regarding potential fuel price hikes following global crude oil market volatility.
Aviation Labor Groups Urge Privatization of NAMA
A coalition of aviation unions is advocating for the privatization or commercialization of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency to improve infrastructure and financial sustainability.
Bwala Urges Nigerians to Hold State Governors Accountable for Kidnappings
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala argues that state governors must be held accountable for rising kidnapping rates, citing mismanagement of local security funds.
ISWAP Insurgents Surrender While Nigerian Forces Rescue Captives in Borno
A group of six ISWAP fighters and their families surrendered to the Nigerian military in Borno, as troops continue successful operations against insurgents across the North-East.
Idah Azonsou expects Benin to overcome Flamingos in U-17 World Cup qualifier
Benin U-17 coach Idah Azonsou remains positive about overturning a 3-2 deficit against Nigeria to reach the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Cross River Farmers Criticize Bank of Agriculture Over Inaccessible Funding and Neglect
Farmers in Cross River State claim that the Bank of Agriculture is failing to support genuine producers, citing impossible application processes and a lack of government intervention.
Nigeria Lost $1.5 Billion to Gas Flaring in 2024, Says German Envoy
German Ambassador Annett Günther reported that Nigeria flared 5.3 billion cubic metres of gas in 2024, costing the nation $1.5 billion, while outlining new initiatives to repurpose this waste for economic growth.
Presidency Claims Nigerians At Home Fare Better Than Some Migrants
Daniel Bwala, a presidential aide, argues that many Nigerians living at home are better off than those who emigrated abroad, citing the prevalence of low-skilled labor roles among highly educated migrants.
DSS Details Reasons for Detaining Journalist Zainab Sodiq
The DSS has confirmed it is investigating journalist Zainab Sodiq for possessing an unauthorized drone at the Lagos airport, while dismissing claims that the detention was politically motivated.
World Food Programme Warns of Imminent Starvation Crisis in Northern Nigeria
The WFP warns that over 17 million people in northern Nigeria are facing severe hunger as escalating insecurity and funding shortages block critical humanitarian aid.