Report: Fossil fuels supplied 57% of global electricity in 2025
A new report by the Pew Research Centre, based on data from energy think tank Ember, says fossil fuels remained the world’s largest source of...
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Okada fares rise by 131% in three years – NBS data
The average cost of travelling by commercial motorcycle, popularly known as okada, has increased by 130.87 per cent over the past three years, according to...
Police record highest number of suspected ghost workers as ICPC uncovers 908 fake names
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says it has uncovered 908 suspected ghost workers across at least 50 federal ministries, departments...
Navy hands rescued human trafficking victims over to NAPTIP
The Nigerian Navy has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling human trafficking and other transnational crimes by handing over two rescued trafficking victims to the National...
Proposed SSCE fee hike could have generated over N175bn annually — Report
A new analysis has revealed that the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) could have generated more than N175 billion...
Dangote Refinery resumes petrol sales in naira, raises ex-depot price to N1,215 per litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has resumed the loading of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in naira after suspending the practice for about a week, bringing an end...
NAICOM applauds Senate over passage of Insurance Regulatory Commission Bill
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has praised the Senate for passing the National Insurance Regulatory Commission Bill, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening...
Zenith Bank named Africa’s Best Bank, retains Nigeria’s top banking award
Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as Africa’s Best Bank and Nigeria’s Best Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, marking the second consecutive year...
NAFDAC launches nationwide crackdown on banned sachet alcohol
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has begun a nationwide enforcement operation against alcoholic drinks packaged in sachets and polyethylene...
Trump pledges stronger US support for Nigeria’s anti-terrorism efforts
United States President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting Nigeria in the fight against terrorism, praising President Bola Tinubu for his efforts...