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As Nat’l Grid Collapses 2nd Time In 4 Days, LCCI Says It’s Now Economic Emergency

28.01.2026

Following the collapse of the national grid yesterday morning again, causing major power outages and throwing Nigerians into darkness and disrupting economic activities nationwide, the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has expressed grave concern over the second incident within five days. Following this, the LCCI said it is urgently calling for an overwhelming...

IPOB Dares Soludo, Orders Onitsha Traders To Open Shops

28.01.2026

Tension is currently mounting in Anambra State following counter orders between Governor Charles Soludo and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) over the closure of the Onitsha main market. Soludo, had on Monday morning, ordered the closure of the market for one week as consequences of not opening shops despite an order that all markets...

We’re Eyeing $5bn Trade Volume With Nigeria, Says Turkiye’s Erdogan

28.01.2026

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Turkiye yesterday in Ankara, reaffirmed his country’s commitment to a $5 billion trade volume target with Nigeria. He said discussions on the deal have already commenced. According to a release by the Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the Turkish leader stated this at a joint press briefing with...

Setting The Records Straight On The Disqualification Of Nestoil’s Lawyers

28.01.2026

The public is now awash with false narratives about the ongoing disputes between FBNQUEST Merchant Bank Limited and First Trustees Limited against Nestoil Limited, Neconde Energy Limited, Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi and Nnenna Obiejesi and it has now become imperative to clarify the issues. It is stale news that following the Supreme Court’s directive to all parties...

Osugbo Demands Fresh Council Of Afobajes

28.01.2026

Members of the Osugbo Society in Ijebu-Ode have called on Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, to reconstitute the Council of Afobajes (kingmakers) to ensure transparency and credibility in the selection of a new Awujale of Ijebuland. The call was made yesterday during the society’s first meeting of 2026 held in Ijebu-Ode, where members expressed...

Marwa, Onyeagba, Olulade, Others To Review 1,700 Applications Nationwide

28.01.2026

About 170 prominent Nigerians have been announced as members of the shortlist committee to review over 1,700 applications received from young Nigerians nationwide for the Rising Progressive Young Leaders Fellowship (RPLF). The committee consists of a former Nigerian Ambassador to Burundi, HE Elijah Onyeagba; DG Citizen and Leadership Centre, Rinsola Abiola; Executive Director, Galaxy Backbone,...

Fubara’ll Continue To Show Respect, Gratitude To Tinubu

27.01.2026

The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed that Governor Siminalayi Fubara will continue to show respect and gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, dismissing claims in some quarters that the governor has been disrespectful to the President. The state government said this in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information and...

I Nearly Became A Pastor At 19- Tonto Dikeh

27.01.2026

Nollywood actress turned politician, Tonto Dikeh has revealed that she was close to becoming a pastor at the age of 19 before stepping away from the path. Speaking in a viral livestream interview, Dikeh, opened up about her spiritual journey following her recent reconciliation with her former husband, Olakunle Churchill. According to the actress, her connection...

Ini Edo Congratulates Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham’s Success

27.01.2026

Nollywood actress Ini Edo has applauded fellow filmmakers Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham for their record-breaking achievements and continued impact on the growth of the Nigerian film industry. In a post shared on her Instagram page on Tuesday, Ini Edo praised the duo for raising the bar in Nollywood through their dedication, strategic planning and...

NLC Slams Court For Ignoring Minister’s ‘Criminal Violations’

27.01.2026

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has criticised the ruling of the National Industrial Court that suspended the ongoing strike by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) workers, accusing the court of disregarding what it described as “continuous criminal violations” committed against the workers by the FCT Administration. In a statement signed by its Acting General Secretary, Mr. Benson...

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I apologise for saying no heaven without tithe – Adeboye

04.10.2024

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has apologised for saying that Christians who don’t pay tithe might not make it to heaven. Adeboye who had previously said that paying tithe was one of the prerequisites for going to heaven, apologised for the comment while addressing his congregation Thursday...

Protesters storm Rivers electoral commission, insist election must hold

04.10.2024

Angry protesters on Friday stormed the office of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, singing and chanting ‘Election must hold’. They defied the heavy rainfall spreading canopies, while singing and drumming, with one side of the road blocked. The protest came after the Rivers State governor stormed the RSIEC in the early hours of Friday...

Man who asked Tinubu to resign admitted in psychiatric hospital

04.10.2024

The Adamawa State Police Command has disclosed that the 30-year-old Abdullahi Mohammed who climbed a 33 kv high tension electricity pole in Mayo-Belwa last Friday has been admitted at the Yola Psychiatric hospital for mental examination. The Police Public Relations Officer of the command SP Suleiman Nguroje, told Arewa PUNCH on Friday in an exclusive...

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