…so there must be a reason," Nwonu said. She said preliminary information suggested the queue comprised tanker trucks heading to tank farms rather than port-bound cargo trucks. "If they are tankers, then they are most likely trying to access the tank farms. There must be a reason for the gridlock because normally it sho…

…trillion qualified for revenue concessions in 2025, comprising 56.40 percent petroleum products, 40.52 percent military imports, and 3.08 percent IDEC and other items. The Customs boss added that global trade disruptions arising from the Russia-Ukraine war also affected imports, particularly wheat shipments from the re…

…need to move from a linear construction model to a circular one, in which materials are reused rather than treated as waste. If we continue extracting raw materials without recycling, we will face serious environmental and resource challenges," he added. In her remarks, the Director, Health, Safety and Environment, HBM…

…resources, an energetic youth population, rich cultural diversity, resilient entrepreneurs and exceptional professionals whose expertise competes favourably with the very best across the world. Yet, despite these enormous advantages, our developmental journey has been slower than our collective aspirations. This realit…

…plans to convene political leaders, healthcare policymakers, regulators and pharmaceutical experts at its 45th Annual International Scientific Conference, Unity 2026, with a renewed push to expand healthcare access, strengthen Nigeria’s health system and accelerate universal health coverage. The conference, scheduled t…

…behind the front three. The winners will advance to the World Cup semi-finals as two of Europe’s football heavyweights renew one of international football’s biggest rivalries. Confirmed line-ups Portugal: Diogo Costa; João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, João Neves, Bruno Fernandes; Pedro Neto,…

…last World Cup. The 41-year-old will captain Roberto Martinez’s side as they face the European champions at the home of the Dallas Cowboys. With a place in the quarter-finals at stake, Ronaldo will be in the centre of a front three featuring Al Nassr team-mate Joao Felix and Pedro Neto of Chelsea. Bernardo Silva must a…

By Henry Umoru ABUJA - The Senate has congratulated the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, officers, soldiers and veterans of the Nigerian Army on the occasion of the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration, describing the anniversary as a significant milestone in the country’s military history. The upper…

…financial infrastructure has depended on foreign settlement systems, whether through European banks, US correspondent banking networks, or limited access to systems like SWIFT. We want countries to have more control over their currencies, financial rails, and economic futures while still participating in the global eco…

…They did not erase the dismissal from the match record. The red card still stands. Reuters reports that FIFA is allowing Balogun to play without rescinding the red card. FIFA is allowing Balogun to play without rescinding the red card. "In line with article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, the implementation of the ma…

…came just days after another Russian attack killed more than 30 people in Kyiv. The European Union also said that Ukraine needs air defence reinforcements. The morning strike punched a crater into a multi-storey apartment block in the Ukrainian capital, ripping its top floors into two. AFP reporters heard more than 10…

…was eligible to play in Portugal’s first two games. German FA (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf demanded an explanation from FIFA, saying the decision jeopardised the tournament’s credibility. “FIFA should now quickly address reports suggesting that the decision to suspend the red card issued to American player Folarin B…

…Cup drought, it is the sixth straight tournament where they have been knocked out by European opposition. Sunday's loss marked Brazil's earliest exit at a World Cup since they were eliminated in the last 16 by Argentina in 1990. • Red card uproar - Sunday's enthralling action was matched by off-field intrigue after the…

…drivers are passing the extra cost to passengers," he said. Another motorist, Mrs Oluwaseun Adeyemi, said the damaged sections had worsened due to the rainy season. "When it rains, the potholes are covered with water, making it difficult for motorists to know how deep they are. Some vehicles have broken down after driv…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported about 466,000 metric tonnes of jet fuel to Europe in June, valued at an estimated N757bn, overtaking shipments from the United States and others. This is as Nigerian jet fuel exports to the continent reached their highest level since the country became a net exporter of aviation fuel…

…missions resulted in the rescue of over 1,500 kidnapped victims, the neutralisation of nearly 1,600 terrorists and insurgents, and the recovery of hundreds of firearms, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and numerous explosive devices. Beyond these impressive figures lies a more important reality: terrorist enclaves ha…

…Cup drought, it is the sixth straight tournament where they have been knocked out by European opposition. The last time Brazil failed to reach at least the quarter-finals came 36 years ago, when they lost 1-0 to arch-rivals Argentina in the last 16. Gabriel Martinelli was rewarded for scoring the stoppage-time winner a…

…de las Administraciones Públicas in partnership with FactCheckAfrica under the European Union Support to ECOWAS in Peace, Security and Governance Project. Participants included journalists, editors, media practitioners, fact-checkers, civil society representatives, digital rights advocates, researchers and democracy ac…

…captain Rodri warned Portugal on the eve of Monday's World Cup last-16 clash that the European champions can still get a lot better. Spain, one of the favourites in North America, were held to a shock 0-0 draw with debutants Cape Verde to open their title charge. They then beat Saudi Arabia 4-0 and Uruguay 1-0 to top t…

…Reduction, Bernard Doro, has called for stronger collaboration between Nigeria and the European Union to enhance humanitarian response and support vulnerable populations amid declining global aid resources. Doro made the call during a series of high-level engagements in Brussels, Belgium, where he met with Members of t…

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has said citizens' support is indispensable to achieving national security objectives. Shaibu stated this on Sunday at the inauguration of a renovated community primary and secondary school in Rumuomasi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The COAS…

…Mbaise in Imo State as his maternal home, and said he lived near the National War Museum in Umuahia. Witnesses said his conflicting statements raised suspicions about his true identity. The suspect was subsequently handed over to officers at the Central Police Station (CPS), Umuahia, for further investigation. Confirmi…

…have responded to the long-running debate over whether footballers must play for European clubs to stand a realistic chance of winning the prestigious award, insisting that while history favours Europe-based players, the prize is open to footballers from any league in the world. With the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or i…

The European Union has awarded 89 fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's scholarships to Nigerian students for the 2026 academic cycle, reaffirming Nigeria's position as Africa's leading beneficiary of the prestigious international scholarship programme. The announcement was made by the European Union Ambassador to…

…transparent posting and adequate funding for the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme. An undergraduate, Miss Melody Addo, said the reforms reflected good intentions and urged effective implementation to enable them to adequately equip corps members for national service and the futu…