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Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino posing with the World Cup trophy

Trump Raises Safety Concerns Over Iran At World Cup

March 12, 2026 0

United States President Donald Trump has sparked fresh global debate after warning that it may not be safe for Iran’s national football team to participate in the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Trump said that although [Read More!]

Oil tanker unloading crude oil at a major international port

Oil Prices Cross $100 Amid Iran Attacks

March 12, 2026 0

Global oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel on Thursday as renewed attacks linked to the conflict involving Iran intensified fears of a severe disruption to global energy supplies. The surge in prices came despite [Read More!]

Fuel trucks loading petrol at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery

Marketers Warn Petrol May Hit ₦1,500 Amid Iran War

March 10, 2026 0

Oil marketers have warned Nigerians to prepare for a possible rise in petrol prices to about ₦1,500 per litre as tensions in the Middle East continue to disrupt global energy markets. The warning was issued [Read More!]

Minister Joseph Utsev speaking during the launch of the SPIN irrigation project in Abuja

FG Launches $500m SPIN Project To Boost Irrigation, Power

March 10, 2026 0

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled a $500 million initiative aimed at strengthening irrigation systems, improving dam safety, and expanding hydropower generation across the country. The programme, known as the Sustainable Power and Irrigation [Read More!]

President Bola Tinubu with Taiwo Oyedele during a government event

Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval For Oyedele As Finance Minister

March 10, 2026 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally asked the Nigerian Senate to screen and confirm Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance. The request was communicated through a letter presented during plenary by [Read More!]

Governor Dauda Lawal speaking at an official government event

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal Defects From PDP To APC

March 9, 2026 0

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party to join the All Progressives Congress in a significant political development that could reshape the political landscape in the state. The [Read More!]

File photo of an attendant dispensing fuel at a filling station.

Dangote Refinery Explains Why Fuel Prices Keep Rising

March 9, 2026 0

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has explained that the cost of fuel in Nigeria is heavily influenced by global crude oil prices and other international market factors. The management of the refinery said its operations are [Read More!]

Dangote refinery facility and fuel storage tanks in Lagos

Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to N1,175 per Litre Again

March 9, 2026 0

Nigeria may experience another wave of rising costs of transportation, food, and basic services after the Dangote Petroleum Refinery increased the price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) to N1,175 per litre. The new price applies [Read More!]