Why Dangote Sells Cement Cheaper Abroad Than in Nigeria
Dangote has openly said that the price differential between his exporting cement and what Nigerians pay domestically is primarily caused by Nigeria’s high tax and regulatory burden. During a press conference with members of the press on Monday, exporting permits…
Dangote refinery to Nigerians: Petrol price now N739/litre at MRS… report stations selling above rate
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery says it has commenced nationwide sale of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, at N739 per litre across all MRS Oil Nigeria Plc filling stations. Dangote refinery said the move represents a significant milestone…
Fela set to become first African to receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, the late Afrobeat pioneer, will be posthumously honored with a Special Merit Lifetime Achievement Award at the 67th Grammy Awards, becoming the first African musician to receive the honor. The Nigerian legend will be honored with other international…
CAF Confirms AFCON Will Move to Four-Year Cycle After 2027 Edition
CAF President Patrice Motsepe reveals that the AFCON will shift to a four-year cycle. After the AFCON 2027 in Uganda 🇺🇬, Kenya 🇰🇪 and Tanzania 🇹🇿, the continental competition will be played the following year in 2028, 2032, 2036 etc.
Former Pakistan Prime minister Imran Khan jailed for 17 Years Over State Gift Fraud
Prosecutors argue Khan and his wife purchased the luxury gifts from the state at a heavily discounted price – violating rules. Former Pakistan prime minister and cricketer Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been jailed for 17 years…
Farmers, Teachers, Workers at the Heart of Nigeria’s Future — Says Obi
“I will return Nigeria to its true owners such as farmers, teachers, students, artisans, workers, pensioners, and millions who struggle daily to survive. I am committed to this cause” – Peter Obi assured Nigerians.
Former INEC REC dies in his sleep
Former INEC REC dies in his sleep A former Resident Electoral Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission and a lecturer at the University of Ibadan, Professor Abdulganiy Raji, has passed away. His family confirmed the death in…
Nigerian shot dead by police in South Africa
A 37-year-old Nigerian man, Osinakachukwu Onu, has been shot dead on the N12 highway, in Klerksdorp, North West Province, South Africa, allegedly by police officers during a traffic operation. It was learnt on Thursday, from a report published by Independent…
Senate Confirms Fani-Kayode, Reno Omokri, 62 Others As Ambassadorial Nominees
The Senate on Thursday confirmed 64 ambassadorial nominees of President Bola Tinubu, including a former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, and a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri. The confirmation followed the consideration and adoption of a report by the Senate…
Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in sixth round of heavyweight bout
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua knocked out YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in their controversial Netflix-backed bout in Miami. Two-time world champion Joshua made hard work of defeating his vastly less experienced opponent on Friday night, but finally made his superior…