The federal government says Dangote Petroleum Refinery will commence the distribution of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, on Sunday. Wale Edun, the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, spoke on Friday at a press conference in Abuja. The minister, who was represented by Zacch …
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has declared one of its drivers wanted for THEFT. 26-year old Ibrahim Mohammed, was declared wanted by the commission in a statement released today, September 13.The commission said Mohammed is wanted for an alleged case of stealing and illegal possession of the commission’s …
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The UK government has announced a significant increase in the financial requirements for international students, effective from January 2nd, 2025. This marks the first adjustment to the financial thresholds since 2020, reflecting rising cost-of-living expenses across the UK. Under the new rules, international students will need to demonstrate that they …
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced that Monday, September 16th, 2024, will be a public holiday to commemorate the Eid-ul-Mawlid, which celebrates the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) This declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, through a statement issued by …
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Nigeria set to introduce Digital Travel Certificate – Interior Minister Nigeria will soon introduce a Digital Travel Certificate (DTC) to improve security at the country’s borders and improve travellers’ experience in line with best global… Nigeria will soon introduce a Digital Travel Certificate (DTC) to improve security at the country’s …
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Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo isn’t the only one excited about her daughter Priscilla’s upcoming wedding; her colleague Toyin Abraham is just as thrilled about the big day. Iyabo shared a heartfelt message expressing her appreciation to her in-laws and the women of Tanzania for warmly welcoming Priscilla. She specifically thanked …
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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to order the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to reverse what it described as the ‘illegal and unconstitutional’ increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). SERAP, in a statement by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, …
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In a devastating incident, a 57-year-old Indonesian grandmother, Hapsah, was crushed to death by a 16-foot python that attempted to swallow her whole. The tragic event occurred last week in Muaro Jambi, a province in Sumatra, while Hapsah was performing routine work tapping rubber trees on a plantation. Reports indicate that …
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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has stated that Nigerians may end up buying petrol at N5000 per litre. The spokesperson for the Nigeria Labour Congress, Benson Upah, expressed this fear in a fresh interview with Daily Trust. He said; “We are planning to have a meeting with the appropriate organs of …
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Two brothers from Nigeria who targeted a 17-year-old in a sextortion scam have been sentenced to 17 years and six months in jail in the US. The Ogoshi brothers, from Lagos, lured Jordan DeMay into sending them explicit images by pretending to be a girl his age – then blackmailed …
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