Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Petroleum Marketers to slash PMS price on Monday PMS being dispenser The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has announced plans to drop the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) starting Monday, following Dangote Refinery’s decision to reduce its ex-depot price. This was made known by IPMAN’s National President, Abubakar Maigandi, in an interview on Friday. Maigandi explained that Dangote Refinery’s price cut from ₦840 to ₦820 per litre prompted the association to consider a downward review of prices at retail outlets across the country. “Whether Dangote Refinery or ex-depot petrol price, our members will also reduce. We…

Galatasaray ready to offer €75 million for Osimhen – Fabrizio Romano Victor Osimhen Galatasaray ready to offer €75 million for Osimhen – Fabrizio Romano Galatasaray have submitted a revised offer to Napoli for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, just hours after their initial €70 million bid was rejected by the Italian club. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed on Friday that the Turkish giants returned with a fresh proposal worth €75 million — meeting Napoli’s asking price. The updated bid includes €40 million as immediate payment and €35 million in instalments, with bank guarantees once again forming a key part of the…

Governor Yusuf Wins Top Infrastructure Award at London’s 15th African Achievers Event The Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy Mr. Mete Coban (Centre) presenting the Governor of the Year Award on Infrastructure Development at the African Achievers Award 2025 held in Westminister’s Palace, House of Lords, London, UK on Friday 11th July, 2025. Governor Yusuf Wins Top Infrastructure Award at London’s 15th African Achievers Event Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has clinched the prestigious title of Governor of the Year in Infrastructure Development at the 15th African Achievers Award. In a statement issued by the Governor’s…

NNPCL plans to enlist on stock exchange by 2028 – GCEO GCEO NNPC Ltd, Mr Bashir Bayo Ojulari addresses the staff of the company during his inaugural town hall meeting held at the NNPC Towers, on Thursday. CREDIT: NNPCL NNPCL plans to enlist on stock exchange by 2028 – GCEO The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Bayo Ojulari, has declared that the company is now on track and has a road map to be listed on the stock exchange by 2028 as part of its strategic transformation into a commercially viable, globally competitive energy…

Tinubu ensures LG autonomy implementation — FG Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Tinubu ensures LG autonomy implementation — FG * LG were once effective in Nigeria. The Federal Government has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to local government autonomy as a fundamental step towards deepening democracy and driving development at the grassroots. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave this assurance on Friday when he received members of the National Forum of Ex-Councillors on a courtesy visit in Abuja. According to a statement issued by the minister’s Special Assistant on Media, Rabiu Ibrahim, the…

Joke Silva celebrates her husband, Olu Jacobs at 83 Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs Joke Silva celebrates her husband, Olu Jacobs at 83 Veteran actress, Joke Silva, has paid tribute to her husband, iconic actor, Olu Jacobs, as he clocks 83 on Friday (today). On Instagram, Silva shared an emotional post celebrating their decades-long journey together, which began when Jacobs was 38. In her heartfelt message, she thanked God for sustaining them through seasons of joy and hardship, describing the lines on her husband’s face as proof of a life fully lived. “The one and only Sir J dee J #_olujacobs…

Joke Silva celebrates Olu Jacobs at 83 Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs Joke Silva celebrates Olu Jacobs at 83 Veteran actress, Joke Silva, has paid tribute to her husband, iconic actor, Olu Jacobs, as he clocks 83 on Friday (today). Taking to Instagram, Silva shared an emotional post celebrating their decades-long journey together, which began when Jacobs was 38. In her heartfelt message, she thanked God for sustaining them through seasons of joy and hardship, describing the lines on her husband’s face as proof of a life fully lived. “The one and only Sir J dee J #_olujacobs …we met when…

Nigerians have misunderstood U.S. concerning reduction in visa validity Nigerians have misunderstood U.S. concerning reduction in visa validity The U.S. Mission Nigeria says its reasons for reducing most nonimmigrant U.S. visas in the country, have been misunderstood by people. In a statement shared on its X handle, the Mission claimed that the reduction in visa validity was not a result of Nigeria’s stance on third-country deportees, introduction of e-visa policies, or affiliations with groups like BRICS. The U.S. Mission said that the reduction in validity was part of an ongoing global review of the use of U.S. visas by other…

Youth Minister Embarks on Journey to UAE, Presenting NiYA for Digital Skill Ayodele Olawande Youth Minister Embarks on Journey to UAE, Presenting NiYA for Digital Skill In a bid to equip young Nigerians ahead of the demands of the global digital economy, the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has embarked on a strategic mission to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), forging key international partnerships to advance youth innovation, enterprise, and digital capacity-building. During a high-level engagement with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), a leading institution in youth enterprise and innovation, the Minister explored areas of collaboration in support of…

Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Flutterwave secures full license to empower businesses in Senegal Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, has obtained a Payment Institution (PI) licence from the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). Africa’s financial landscape is evolving with the rise of digital payments. As more innovations emerge to facilitate payments beyond traditional banking methods, trade is becoming more efficient, accessible, and inclusive. This has driven significant economic growth within African countries. Senegal is a major contributor to this shift. With 28 per cent of adults using mobile money in Sub-Saharan Africa, Senegal…