In a move set to deepen Nigeria’s democratic culture, the Senate is working to institutionalize an annual Presidential Address on June 12—Nigeria’s Democracy Day. This proposed legislation aims to ensure that every year, the President reflects on the nation’s democratic progress and outlines future commitments. June 12, already recognized as Democracy Day to honor the...
The shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refining Company for maintenance has entered its second month, as the plant has yet to resume operations. The PUNCH reports that the immediate past Chief Corporate Communications Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Olufemi Soneye, told our correspondent on May 23 that the refinery would be shut down for maintenance. On May 24, Soneye...
As of June 5, 2025, Marcus Samuel Dafe, a young media personality from Abraka, Delta State, has tragically been confirmed dead following a kidnapping incident. Reports indicate that Marcus was abducted on June 4, 2025, while returning from a meeting concerning land sales. His body was discovered shortly after, leading to widespread grief and outrage within the community. This incident occurred...
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has accused fuel marketers of exploiting Nigerians by inflating petrol prices, insisting that Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) should be selling for no more than ₦750 per litre. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, PENGASSAN President Festus Osifo said the actual landing cost of fuel does not support the current price...
A suspected suicide bomb explosion has been reported near the Mogadishu Barracks in Abuja, causing alarm in the area. The incident took place in the early hours, sending shockwaves through the local community and security personnel stationed at the barracks. Preliminary reports indicate that the blast originated from a suicide bomber who targeted the vicinity of the military installation....
