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NNPC refutes claims of Port Harcourt refinery sale

By Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has debunked speculations about privatizing the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC), pledging instead to raise additional funding to complete the multi-billion-naira rehabilitation project of Nigeria’s major refineries. Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari, made this clarification during a company-wide town hall meeting at the NNPC Towers in Abuja, ending weeks of uncertainty triggered by remarks made at the 2025 OPEC Seminar in Vienna, where he hinted that “all options […]

July 31, 2025

General

FCT Pilgrims Board Screens Over 250 Intending Pilgrims for 2025 Pilgrimage to Israel

By Chinedu Echianu The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board (CPWB) has concluded a comprehensive screening exercise for more than 250 intending Christian pilgrims preparing for the 2025 holy pilgrimage to Israel. Held in Abuja, the screening marks a key milestone in preparations for the sacred journey, aimed at ensuring that all participants meet the required spiritual, health, and administrative standards. Director of the FCT CPWB, Gloria Dandam, noted that the exercise is critical for verifying applicants’ eligibility, […]

July 30, 2025

General

NILDS DG Pays Tribute to Late Professor Okello Oculi

By Chinedu Echianu The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Professor Abubakar Sulaiman, has paid tribute to the late Professor Okello Oculi, a renowned academic who passed away at the age of 83. Professor Sulaiman described Professor Oculi's death as a personal loss and a significant blow to Africa's academic community. In a statement issued by his media adviser, Mohammad Abdulkadri on Monday, Professor Sulaiman recalls his time as a student under Professor Oculi's tutelage […]

July 30, 2025

Media

IPC Condemns Continuous Clampdown on Press Freedom in Nigeria

By Chinedu Echianu The International Press Centre (IPC) has expressed deep concern over what it described as the ongoing suppression of press freedom in Nigeria. According to the organization's Safety and Protection of Journalists (SPJ) Hub, recent incidents reveal a disturbing trend of attacks on press freedom. The prolonged detention of Journalist, Tekena Amieyeofori, formerly of Africa Independent Television (AIT), who was detained by the Department of State Service (DSS) in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, allegedly over a corruption report […]

July 30, 2025

Sport

NPFL Confirms August 22 Kickoff, Unveils 2025/26 Fixtures

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has officially confirmed that the 2025/26 season will kick off between August 22 and 24, unveiling a blockbuster set of opening fixtures during its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and draw ceremony held on Monday at the Abuja Continental Hotel. The headline fixture of the opening weekend sees reigning champions Remo Stars hosting last season’s runners-up Rivers United at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, setting an electrifying tone for what promises to […]

July 30, 2025

Health

Africa Must Invest Locally in Digital Health to Achieve Universal Coverage

By: Julian Osamoto Stakeholders in the health sector have called on African nations to prioritise local funding and leadership in digital health solutions to improve public health outcomes and reduce dependence on foreign aid. The call was made during the Insights Learning Forum (ILF) 2025 in Abuja, organised by eHealth Africa, which brought together government officials, private sector leaders, health innovators, and development partners to explore strategies for building connected as well as sustainable health systems across the continent. […]

July 30, 2025

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Sport

Abia Warriors Chairman Sets Continental Focus, Commends State Support

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Chairman of Abia Warriors Football Club, Coach John Obuh, says the Umuahia-based side is strategically preparing for a successful outing both in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) and on the continental stage, with strong administrative backing and a reinforced squad. Obuh, who remains a respected figure in Nigerian football history as the first Abia State-born coach to win a continental tournament, spoke during the NPFL Annual General Meeting and draws in Abuja. He highlighted the club’s […]

July 30, 2025 2

Health

Labour Minister Urges Nurses,Midwives to Shelve Planned Strike, Embrace Dialogue

By Chinedu Echianu The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, has appealed to the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) to suspend their proposed strike and engage in continued dialogue with the government. In a meeting held Tuesday, the Minister urged the health workers to consider the far-reaching implications of industrial action, especially on the country’s healthcare system, stressing that dialogue remains the most effective path to resolving disputes. A statement made available to newsmen in […]

July 30, 2025

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Sport

Tinubu Honours Super Falcons,Gives $100k cash awards,Houses.

ABUJA, NIGERIA By Arinzechi Chukwunonso In a landmark celebration of sporting excellence, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has honoured Nigeria’s senior women’s football team, the Super Falcons, with national awards, generous financial gifts, and housing, following their record-extending 10th title win at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Morocco. The grand reception, which took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, witnessed the President confer national honours of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on […]

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