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15% Import Duty on Petrol, Diesel No Longer in View – NMDPRA

By Chinedu Echianu The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has clarified that the proposed implementation of the 15 per cent import duty on imported Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) and Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) is no longer under consideration. This clarification was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Authority’s Director of Public Affairs, George Ene-Ita, via its official X handle. “It should also be noted that the implementation of the 15 per cent ad-valorem import […]

November 13, 2025

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Sport

Nigeria Aquatics Federation Hails Bayelsa Government for Sponsoring Coach to World Training

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF) has commended the Bayelsa State Government for sponsoring one of its coaches, Mrs. Timitimi-Funwei Erekposeigha, to attend the prestigious World Aquatics Age-Grade Coaching Course in Hungary. NAqF President, Nnamdi Dukwu, made the commendation during the 27th edition of the Nigerian University Games (NUGA) in Abuja, describing Bayelsa’s gesture as a major contribution to the development of swimming in Nigeria. According to Dukwu, the Age-Grade Coaching Course is a specialized global programme designed […]

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Health

Lawmakers, WHO Push for Digital Health Reforms to Accelerate UHC

By Juliet Onwurah Nigeria’s drive toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) has gained renewed momentum as legislators and global health leaders call for stronger data governance, digital innovation, and sustainable financing to rebuild the nation’s health system. Speaking at the 6th Annual Legislative Summit on Health in Abuja, the World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Nigeria, Dr. Pavel Ursu, said data and digital systems are now indispensable to achieving better health outcomes. “It’s no longer an option but an imperative,” Dr. […]

November 13, 2025

NIQS President QS Kene Nzekwe delivers remarks on fiscal reforms and infrastructure governance in Abuja.

Business

NIQS Call for Fiscal Reforms, Transparent Governance to Strengthen Nigeria’s Infrastructure

By Julian Osamoto The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), has called for stronger fiscal reforms and transparent governance as essential steps toward rebuilding Nigeria’s infrastructure and promoting sustainable national development. President of the Institute QS Kene Nzekwe, spoke in Abuja while briefing Journalists, ahead of the institute’s Biennial General Meeting and National Conference, which is scheduled to hold in November under the theme “Rebuilding Nigeria: Enhancing National Development Through Fiscal Reforms, Infrastructure Planning, and the New Governance Imperative.” According […]

November 13, 2025

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Sport

Nigeria Aquatics Federation Partners NUGA to Discover Future Stars

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF) says its partnership with the Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) is aimed at discovering and nurturing young swimming talents who will grow into future superstars in the sport. President of the Federation, Dukwu Chamberlain, stated this in Abuja during the 27th edition of the Nigeria University Games, where swimming events were held in collaboration with the Aquatics Federation. He said the partnership has already begun to yield results, with several promising athletes […]

November 12, 2025 2

Business

UAE Commends NDLEA, Seeks Stronger Anti-Drug Partnership

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged stronger collaboration with Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), while commending the agency’s Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), for his exemplary leadership and outstanding achievements in the fight against drug trafficking and substance abuse. This assurance was made when the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Salem Saeed Musabbeh Alshamsi, paid a courtesy visit to Marwa at the NDLEA National Headquarters in Abuja […]

November 12, 2025

General

Editors Call for Legal Reforms, Financial Support to Protect Press Freedom

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has urged the Bola Tinubu administration and the National Assembly to implement fiscal and legal measures to sustain media houses, warning that the collapse of the press threatens Nigeria’s democracy and national cohesion. NGE President Eze Anaba made the appeal during his opening address at the 2025 All Nigeria Editors Conference (ANEC) held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday, with President Tinubu in attendance. “Our democracy is tested by insecurity, […]

November 12, 2025

World News

Stampede at Ghana Military Recruitment Exercise Claims Six Lives

At least six people were killed and several others injured on Wednesday during a military recruitment exercise at the El-Wak Sports Stadium in Accra, Ghana. The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed the tragic incident in a statement signed by Acting Director-General of Public Relations, Colonel Evelyn Asamoah. “The Ghana Armed Forces deeply regrets to inform the general public of a tragic stampede prior to the commencement of the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise today, Wednesday, 12th November 2025, at the El-Wak Sports Stadium, […]

November 12, 2025

General

FAO, WFP Warn of Global Famine Risk Amid Funding Shortfalls

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Two United Nations food agencies have sounded the alarm that millions more people worldwide could face famine if urgent funding gaps are not addressed. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) said on Wednesday that conflict and violence remain the primary drivers of acute food insecurity in many countries already at risk. “We are on the brink of a completely preventable hunger catastrophe that threatens widespread starvation in multiple countries,” said WFP […]

November 12, 2025