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Iran War Sends Oil Above $107 As Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

adminSeptember 14, 2026

Global oil markets came under fresh pressure on Monday as crude prices climbed above $107 a barrel, with renewed attacks in the Gulf and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz raising fears of a deeper disruption to one of the world’s most important energy corridors, The Independent reports. The latest price surge followed Iranian attacks...

After 30-Year Wait, Dutse Emirate Gets N2.6bn Modern Palace

adminSeptember 14, 2026

After nearly three decades of waiting, the Dutse Emirate in Jigawa State is finally set to have a modern royal complex, with the state government laying the foundation for a N2.6 billion palace in the state capital. The project, which is expected to be completed within 18 months, is being constructed along Ibrahim Aliyu Road...

Akwa Ibom’s Tourism Push Earns National Recognition, Bags Two Travellers 100 Awards

adminSeptember 14, 2026

Akwa Ibom State’s growing investment in tourism infrastructure, air connectivity and destination development has earned national recognition, with the state winning two major honours at the Travellers 100 Awards in Lagos. The awards, presented during the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market at Eko Hotels & Suites, saw Akwa Ibom named “Most Active Tourism State in...

Johnson’s Ukraine Train Escapes Drone Strike Near Polish Border

adminSeptember 14, 2026

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson narrowly escaped a Russian drone attack after a diplomatic train carrying him and other European officials came under threat near Ukraine’s border with Poland, according to INDEPENDENT. Johnson was returning from a security conference in Kyiv when the train he was travelling on passed through the Yahodyn area shortly...

Udoedehe: Akwa Ibom Enjoying ‘Graveyard Peace’, Leaders Delaying Seaport For Selfish Interests

adminSeptember 14, 2026

The 2027 governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Akwa Ibom State, Senator John James Udoedehe, has described the state’s much-touted peace as a “graveyard peace,” alleging that fear of upsetting the political establishment has discouraged citizens from questioning government policies. Udoedehe made the claim during a press conference at the weekend, arguing...

Desmond Elliot Kneels, Prostrates, Begs To Rejoin Lagos APC Family

adminSeptember 14, 2026

Former Nollywood action actor and former Lagos State House of Assembly member, Hon. Desmond Elliot, has pleaded to be reintegrated into the All Progressives Congress (APC) family in Lagos, following his alleged disagreement with party leaders during the last primary election. In a video circulating online, Elliot was seen kneeling and later prostrating before the...

Northern Academics Back Tinubu For 2027, Demand Action On Hardship

adminSeptember 14, 2026

More than 600 senior academics from public universities across Northern Nigeria have thrown their weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in 2027, but warned that their support is not a “blank check” for the administration. The academics reached the position at a closed-door political engagement convened by the Special Adviser...

Iredia Defends Arise TV, Rufai Oseni, Says Critics Miss Morning Show Format

adminSeptember 13, 2026

Former Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Prof. Tonnie Iredia, has defended Arise TV’s Morning Show and its anchor, Rufai Oseni, arguing that critics of the programme are judging its presenters against conventional television formats they do not operate. Iredia, a former Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and former INEC Commissioner, said...

Two Die, Families Seek N1bn Compensation Over East-West Road Construction

adminSeptember 13, 2026

Two persons have reportedly been killed and several families displaced following the collapse of buildings allegedly triggered by rainwater diverted into residential areas during construction works along the Ataobong bypass axis of the East-West Road project in Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The affected families, who blamed the development on the ongoing...

Maiduguri Gets N20.9bn Infrastructure Boost As Zulum Commissions Flyover, Roads, Schools

adminSeptember 13, 2026

Maiduguri on Sunday received a major infrastructure boost with the commissioning of projects valued at more than N20.9 billion, including a nine-span flyover, dualised road, drainage network and educational facilities across the Borno State capital. The projects, unveiled by Governor Babagana Zulum, are designed to address some of the city’s pressing challenges, particularly traffic congestion,...

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Iran War Sends Oil Above $107 As Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Economy

After 30-Year Wait, Dutse Emirate Gets N2.6bn Modern Palace

Akwa Ibom’s Tourism Push Earns National Recognition, Bags Two Travellers 100 Awards

Johnson’s Ukraine Train Escapes Drone Strike Near Polish Border

Udoedehe: Akwa Ibom Enjoying ‘Graveyard Peace’, Leaders Delaying Seaport For Selfish Interests

Desmond Elliot Kneels, Prostrates, Begs To Rejoin Lagos APC Family

Northern Academics Back Tinubu For 2027, Demand Action On Hardship

Iredia Defends Arise TV, Rufai Oseni, Says Critics Miss Morning Show Format

Two Die, Families Seek N1bn Compensation Over East-West Road Construction

Maiduguri Gets N20.9bn Infrastructure Boost As Zulum Commissions Flyover, Roads, Schools

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