July 12, 2025
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MEMAN Seeks Clarity as Dangote Sets August Date for Direct Fuel Distribution

The Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN) has announced plans to engage with Dangote Petroleum Refinery and relevant government agencies to better understand the logistics and implications of Dangote’s recently announced direct fuel distribution strategy, set to begin nationwide on August 15, 2025. Speaking during a webinar hosted by MEMAN on Thursday, the association’s

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Politics

INEC’s Position on Political Party Registration Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has firmly pushed back against recent allegations from political stakeholders and opposition figures accusing the commission of stalling the registration of new political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. The commission emphasized that political party registration is a constitutional and legal process, not a political gesture, and must

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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Arraigned for Defamation, Granted ₦50 Million Bail

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, appeared before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, on Thursday for her arraignment in a high-profile defamation case filed by the Federal Government. She arrived at the court around 10:30 a.m. ahead of the session, which officially began at 11:00 a.m. The case, marked

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Tinubu Visits Benue, Consoles Survivors of Yelewata Massacre

President Bola Tinubu has visited survivors of the Yelewata massacre in Benue State, offering comfort and renewing federal commitment toward restoring security in the region. Arriving in Makurdi at approximately 12:58 pm on Wednesday, Tinubu touched down at the Nigeria Air Force Base, where he was welcomed by the Secretary to the Government of the

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Economy

“House PAC Threatens 13 Oil Firms Over $457 Million in Unremitted Revenue”

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has issued a stern ultimatum to 13 oil firms, demanding their appearance before the committee over allegations of not remitting approximately $456.95 million (₦731.1 billion) in revenues owed to the federal treasury. The PAC’s spokesman, Akin Rotimi, confirmed that despite repeated invitations and public notices, the companies

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Politics

Growing Opposition Movement Alarms Tinubu’s Camp and Wike—Paul Ibe

The camp of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stated that the rising strength of Nigeria’s opposition coalition is causing significant concern within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and among its allies, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike. According to Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, the

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Politics

Lagos APC Flags Off Campaign: 433 Candidates Receive Banners Ahead of July 12 Polls

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, officially handed party flags to its slate of 433 local government candidates, 57 for chairmanship positions and 376 for councillorships, in readiness for the upcoming July 12 elections. The event, which also served as a campaign launch, took place at the party secretariat in Ogba,

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Osinbajo to Nigerians: Participate in Politics, Demand Integrity

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged Nigerians, especially young people and Christian leaders, to actively engage in the country’s political and governance processes. He made this call at the second edition of the Daniel Taiwo Odukoya Memorial Lecture held at the Fountain of Life Church in Ilupeju, Lagos. In his keynote speech titled “The

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Economy

Nigerian Crude Hits $78 as Israel-Iran Conflict Fuels Oil Market Surge

Nigeria’s major crude oil grades have recorded a sharp price increase amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, as fears of a full-blown conflict between Israel and Iran push global energy markets into turmoil. As of Sunday, Bonny Light crude climbed to $78.62 per barrel, while Brass River and Qua Iboe were priced at

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Terror in Benue: Deadly Attacks Leave Over 6,500 Homeless

Fresh violence in Benue State has left thousands displaced, as coordinated attacks by unidentified gunmen continue to unsettle communities in the region. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) confirmed that at least 6,527 individuals have been forced to flee their homes, including vulnerable groups such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly. According to a

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