Amid the takeoff of the Dangote Refinery and the controversial Port-Harcourt Refinery, Nigeria’s importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known petrol, rose to 2.3billion litres between September 11 and December 5, 2024, according to a report by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The continued importation comes despite assurances from oil marketers and the Nigerian…
Kyari, who spoke at the commissioning of the NUPENG Towers in Lagos on Wednesday, said the refinery is up and running, with loading operations in full swing. On November 26, the refinery commenced crude oil processing after several years of being moribund. The state-owned plant also commenced the loading of petroleum products for trucks. The…
£1.87m fraud: Very Dark Man calls out Pastor Tobi over fraudulent acts in his church in Uk 🇬🇧
The Catholic Archbishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, has expressed support for the controversial tax reform bills introduced by Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that it will put an end to the financial recklessness of the elites. Since their submission to the National Assembly, the tax reform bills have faced criticism, with many claiming…
A Nigerian pastor whose church was shut down over an alleged £1.87 million fraud has lost his fight against deportation, despite claiming it would breach his human rights, News360 Nigeria reports. An immigration tribunal has ruled that Tobi Adegboyega, 44, the cousin of John Boyega, the Star Wars actor, should be deported back to his…
Beyoncé has been named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, the music outlet says it picked the artists who have most defined pop stardom for the last 25 years. “Beyoncé tops our staff-chosen editorial list based on her full 25 years of influence, impact, evolution,” Billboard’s Andrew Unterberger wrote. In their…
Edo State has produced several influential comedians who have gained recognition and wealth through their craft. Here’s an overview of some of the richest Edo comedians and their achievements: 1. MC Edo Pikin (Jonathan Gbadamosi) MC Edo Pikin is among the prominent comedians from Edo State, known for his comedic skits and premium shows. His…
Edo State has produced numerous talented individuals who have gained national and international recognition, particularly after relocating to Lagos, the hub of Nigeria’s entertainment industry. Here are five Edo-born celebrities who rose to prominence after moving to Lagos: Nancy Isime Nancy, a celebrated actress and media personality, hails from the Esan tribe in Edo State.…
The Edo State election of 2024 has sparked intense debate over allegations of electoral malpractice. This election, involving major political parties like the PDP, APC, and LP, revealed deep-seated issues in Nigeria’s electoral processes. Here’s an overview of the controversy: Allegations of Rigging Reports from election observers and civil society organizations indicated widespread irregularities. Some…