Fuel Subsidy Could Have Risen to ₦58tn Amid Global Oil Shock – Adedeji
Nigeria’s tax chief has said the country’s petrol subsidy bill could have surged to as much as ₦58 trillion a year if the government had not removed the policy amid global oil market volatility. Zacch Adedeji said the subsidy would have become “fiscally unsustainable” if it had remained in place during the recent rise in […]
I Was Pained But To Err Is Human, To Forgive, Divine, Don Pedro Obaseki Tells Assaulters
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Dr. Don Pedro Obaseki said though he was pained, he has forgiven those who beat him up on Sunday, 28th December 2025, at Uwa Primary School, Benin. Truth Live News Media reports recall that Pedro was beaten up by some thugs led by Osaze Adun also known as Kapuepue when he went […]
Romuald Wadagni Wins Benin Presidency in Landslide Vote
Romuald Wadagni has won Benin’s presidential election by a landslide, securing more than 94% of the vote, according to provisional results. The electoral commission said the outcome was “irreversible” after around 90% of ballots had been counted, with turnout at 58.75%. Speaking after the announcement, commission officials said the vote reflected “the clear will of […]
Ex-Reps, Abdul Oroh Stages Comeback To NASS, Gets Endorsement From Owan APC Leaders
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Hon Abdul Oroh has formally declared his intentionto return to the National Assembly to represent the Owan Federal Constituency. Oroh, who represented the constituency in the 5th Assembly between 2003 and 2007, was endorsed solely by leaders of the All Progressives Congress across the 22 wards […]
BREAKING: Ex-Kaduna Gov Nasir El-Rufai Granted Bail
The former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir Ahmed Elrufai has been granted bail. A State High Court judge apologized for not being able to deliver a ruling on Malam Nasir El-Rufai’s bail application and adjourned the case until 21st April due to time constraints. About an hour later, however, the Federal High Court granted […]
Who Is Afraid of ADC?: How Wike’s Political Bullying Is Backfiring Against Tinubu’s Government
The ADC, whether its detractors like it or not, is gaining ground. Not just because of its own strength, but because of the glaring weaknesses and excesses of those trying to suppress it.
Pelican Stars Run Riot, Blank Bekwarra Queens 3-0 To Clinch Queen’s Cup Title In Calabar
The tournament formed part of activities marking the sixty second birthday of Bishop Eyo-anwan Bassey Otu, drawing eight days of intense multi-sport competition.
Islamic Cleric Joins Zamfara Governorship Race Under ADC
Sheikh Gusau noted that many politicians do not act with a sense of accountability or moral responsibility. He said his years of preaching have inspired him to take action beyond words, emphasizing that real change requires practical involvement in leadership.
FG Begins Payment of Doctors’ Salary Arrears
The Federal Government has commenced payment of long-awaited salary arrears owed to members of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) following the review of the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS). The development was announced on Monday, April 13, 2026, by NARD’s Publicity and Social Secretary, Dr Abdulmajid Ibrahim, in a statement to members. He […]
Jorginho Apologises Over False Claim Involving Chappell Roan
Former Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has admitted he was wrong after initially accusing pop singer Chappell Roan of involvement in an incident concerning his stepdaughter, describing the situation as a misunderstanding. The controversy began during a festival weekend in Brazil when Jorginho alleged that a security guard linked to Roan had approached and frightened […]