…prices climbed across several petroleum depots in Lagos, reflecting mixed trends in Nigeria's downstream petroleum market. Meanwhile, the global crude oil prices suddenly surged sharply on Wednesday, with international benchmark Brent crude climbing close to the $80 per barrel mark, signalling renewed strength in the o…
…offenses in different courts, and those charges are clearly bailable offenses under the Nigerian law,” she said. She explained that although El-Rufai had repeatedly applied for bail, the conditions attached to the approvals had made his release difficult. “In the High Court, he was denied bail. In the Federal High Cour…
…Mountains, an area known to harbour remnants of terrorist groups operating along the Nigeria-Cameroon border. She was accompanied by her two-year-old child, Musbahu Christopher, at the time of the arrest. Items recovered from the suspect included an Itel mobile phone, an extra battery, and some personal clothing. Durin…
Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, spotted looking cozy at Paris Fashion Week Singer, Cardi B and Nigerian goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, were spotted looking cozy at Paris Fashion Week. The 6'6" Udinese and Super Eagles goalkeeper and Cardi B were at the Jean Paul Gaultier Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture show (a…
…and 223 respectively of the Criminal Code Law, Cap. C21, Vol. I, Laws of Delta State of Nigeria, 2006. "The remaining twenty-nine (29) suspects were arraigned for conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace and possession of illicit drugs. "The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, psc, acipm,…
…rescue of the victim and the apprehension of the perpetrators in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, members of the Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) and hunters. The CP has assured residents that we will do everything possible to bring the perpetrators to justice and asks members of the public with useful information…
GistReel A Nigerian lady has accused officers of the Nigeria Police Force of assaulting her and her younger sister during what she described as an unprovoked encounter after leaving a nightclub in Surulere, Lagos. According to the lady, the incident happened in the early hours of Friday after she, her sister and a frie…
…his involvement with the council was driven by a desire to attract foreign investment to Nigeria. "I don't really have a negative plan. It's all about passion for the country. That agency is to bring foreign investors to Nigeria and make Nigeria a preferred destination for investment," he said. Reps track N1.3bn budget…
…on July 6, 2026, by operatives of the Service and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) Aviation Security (AVSEC) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, while attempting to board a flight to Abuja. According to the DSS, the drone was allegedly being transported without the mandatory End…
…from N1,405 per dollar on Tuesday. But the naira was stable at N1,379 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), as data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that the indicative exchange rate remained unchanged at N1,379 per dollar. Consequently, the margin between the parallel and official mar…
By Chioma Gabriel The presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the upcoming 2027 elections, Mr Peter Obi, has raised the alarm over his safety and the systematic frustration of his businesses, claiming he "might not even be alive" to contest the next poll. Speaking during an interview on With C…
…I had attended the wedding of a friend's daughter in London. There I met some old Nigerian friends, some based in Nigeria, who I hadn't seen for several years. We exchanged pleasantries and banters. Then, one of them said: "I read your newspaper column, why are you always critical of President Bola Tinubu." He said bei…
Domestic carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, has entered into a strategic partnership with Boulevard Hotels to offer members of its Unity Rewards loyalty programme exclusive hotel benefits. The incentives offered in the programme include: a 25 percent discount on room rates, complimentary breakfast, early check-in, late…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, enhance regional maritime governance, and promote the sustainable development of the Blue Economy across West Africa. Speak…
Nigeria's healthcare system is being sustained by the heroism of doctors and other health workers rather than strong institutions, a Professor of Haematology and Laboratory Medicine, Prof. Obike Ibegbulam, warned on Wednesday. The don said unless governments at all levels urgently invest in resilient healthcare infrast…
GistReel A Nigerian man has opened up about his encounter after attending a wedding with his wealthy friend. Identified as @Mikelliberation on X, the man shared that upon arrival at the wedding, he was allowed entry while his friend was denied access. Man Shares Encounter At Wedding Meanwhile , his friend w…
…On April 23, Vanguard Law & Human Rights highlighted some of the challenges plaguing the Nigerian judiciary, chief among them the judiciary's continued reliance on analogue systems. This factor, it noted, was partly responsible for the slow pace of justice administration in the country - a situation that breeds widespr…
By Chioma Obinna The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has secured the release on bail of renowned consultant cardiac surgeon, Prof. (Dr.) Martin Aghaji, after he was arrested and detained by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) over an alleged economic crime. Aghaji was arrested at his residence in En…
…expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, gave the assurance at the opening of the National Drug Use Summit in Abuja on Wednesday. The summit, themed “Addressing Illicit Drug Use and Trafficking:…
Nigerian trailblazing artist BYTunes, widely recognized as the pioneer of the CopaceticMusic movement, has officially relocated to Los Angeles, California, marking a significant new chapter in his global journey. To commemorate this milestone, he has released his long-awaited and highly anticipated project, COPACETICMU…
GistReel Nigerian singer Brymo has claimed that fellow artiste 2Baba once asked his then-wife, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, whether she had ever been intimate with him. Speaking during a recent interview on the NotJustOk podcast, Brymo also admitted to having had relationships with some married women in the past. He cautione…
…congratulate her and meet her newborn in a heartwarming moment that has delighted many Nigerians online. A viral video showed the woman carrying her baby wrapped in a blanket while smiling colleagues surrounded her with excitement. In a touching display, some of the traders presented fresh peppers from their stalls to…
GistReel Cynthia Nkachukwu Anijekwu, an emerging Nigerian actress, says she has received more than N13 million in donations just days after making a public appeal for financial assistance to cover her cancer treatment. Cynthia Anijekwu stated in an Instagram video released on Monday by her coworker Destiny Etiko that s…
GistReel A Nigerian lady has recounted an emotional experience after travelling from Lagos to Ibadan to surprise her boyfriend. According to her, she returned from Ibadan three days ago after deciding to pay him an unexpected visit. However, when she arrived at his residence and he opened the door, she claimed she foun…
…Gagdi said''Payment of ransom is an encouragement for bandits to continue to brutalize Nigerians the way they want. When you don't pay ransom and tomorrow you don't pay ransom, believe me, it will demoralize the bandits from doing what they are doing.In addition to not paying ransom, I don't see any rationale behind re…