Japan to Release National Oil Reserves From Thursday — Prime Minister
The decision is rooted in the ongoing disruption to Middle Eastern oil supplies. Oil prices have been surging as the situation in the Middle East deteriorated following Israeli and US strikes on Iran, with Iran’s effective blockage of the Strait of Hormuz preventing tankers from passing through and fuelling mounting supply concerns. Japan is acutely vulnerable to these disruptions the country depends on the Middle East for 95% of its oil imports.
Makinde Approves Monthly Top-Up for All Oyo Workers to Cushion Fuel Price Hike
Makinde made the announcement during a programme held in Ibadan on Monday, stating that the top-up would apply to all workers in Oyo State and local governments starting from April, at least for the first three months, as petrol and transportation support.
NYSC Official Arrested in Ogun Over Female Corps Member’s Death After Alleged Abortion
The incident has drawn renewed attention as it follows the mysterious death of another female corps member, Adeleye Mary Ariyo’s friend barely a month earlier. Mary, also serving in Abeokuta South LGA and attached to Ogun State Television (OGTV) for her primary assignment, died under unclear circumstances.
‘Nothing New’ – Ndume Dismisses Atiku, Obi, Amaechi as Threats to Tinubu in 2027
While acknowledging the stature of opposition leaders, Ndume cautioned against underestimating them but maintained they lack cohesion. “So far, even though they have strong personalities, they haven’t been able to get their house in order. You can’t look down on any opponent, no matter how insignificant they seem,” he said.
Edo Government Reads Riot Act To Contractors, Says Meet Quality Standard Or Redo Projects At Your Own Cost
The directive was handed down by the Special Adviser on Projects Implementation and Monitoring, Engineer Williams-Bello Phoebe, during an on-site inspection of two major road projects in the Edo South Senatorial District.
IGP Pays Out Multi-Billion Naira Compensation to Families of Fallen Police Officers
Disu emphasised that prioritising the welfare of police personnel remains central to his leadership, stressing the moral responsibility of the institution to care for officers and their families.
“As I-G, the welfare of officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force remains one of the central pillars of my administration.
Bombs in Maiduguri, Banquets in Windsor: A Nation Abandoned by Its Own Leaders — By Darlington Okpebholo Ray
While the President of Nigeria, accompanied by a bloated entourage of political loyalists and government officials, dines in splendour at a state banquet in Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles III, the streets of Maiduguri and other parts of the northeastern region are drenched in blood. The distance between London and Borno is not just geographical, it is symbolic of a leadership class far removed from the suffering of its people.
Tinubu Mourns Victims of Borno Terror Attacks, Vows Relentless Crackdown on Insurgents
The President also disclosed that he recently approved additional equipment and operational support for security agencies following a high-level meeting with heads of security and intelligence agencies held last weekend.
JUST IN: Multiple Bomb Blasts Rock Maiduguri (PHOTOS)
While official casualty figures are still being compiled, videos emerging from the scenes show a devastating impact, with many victims being rushed to hospitals in private vehicles and ambulances.
Group Gives BEDC 21 Days Ultimatum, Threatens To Picket Company Over Estimated Billings, Epileptic Power Supply
“We therefore issue a 21-day ultimatum to BEDC and relevant authorities to prevail on BEDC to address all issues and challenges of Edo people as it concerns the pains of the people else we shall commence the effective picketing of all BEDC offices in Edo state including their headquarters. A stitch in time saves nine”, Ogbidi said.