Month: April 2025

Why Men Are Afraid Of ‘Omugwo’, By Funke Egbemode

Funke Egbemode

He was the lord of his manor. Whatever he said was law. His children feared him. His wife trembled at his feet. He was a god in his private shrine and decreed that he be accorded the appropriate worship and sacrifice or he breathed fire from both nostrils. He ruled his home with an iron fist and he was feared more than respected. He was avoided, not loved. For 33 straight years, his wife put up with his excesses. His children watched their mother endure her marriage. She wore a…

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Nigerian Gov Shuts Enugu Airport

Ganiyu Amodu

. Air Peace Suspends Flight to airport, names alternative   The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the temporary closure of the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu, Enugu State. The Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, Obiageli Orah, announced this. In a statement she issued in the early hours of Saturday, Orah said the closure was for the emergency repairs of the runway of the airport. She said: “There is a sudden and significant rupture in the asphalt surface at a critical…

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Over 1.9 Million Candidates To Write Nigeria’s First Digital WASSCE

Abibat Babalola

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has introduced the first-ever Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for School Candidates. According to the council, the major technological shift aimed at improving examination delivery and curbing malpractice. Dr. Amos Dangut, Head of the Nigeria National Office of WAEC, made this known at a press briefing held at the WAEC National Office in Yaba, Lagos, on Thursday. READ ALSO: ‘Tank Farms, Loading Gantries,’ Downstream’s Slide Into Duopoly Threatens Multi-Million Dollars Investment Ogun Names Motorcycle Riders’ Association Chairman As 2025 Amirul Hajj Tanker…

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‘Tank Farms, Loading Gantries,’ Downstream’s Slide Into Duopoly Threatens Multi-Million Dollars Investment

Ganiyu Amodu

The downstream sub-sector of Nigeria’s oil industry has begun a slide into a duopoly threatening multi-billion dollar investments. A survey by Platforms Africa showed a steady dip in activities at major tank farms and loading gantries at the cocosheen area of Apapa. Some of these facilities, connected to the Ibru jetty, were before now a centre of activities. ‘One Post, 1.7 Million Views,’ Platforms Africa’s Ratings Soar Oil Theft: Fact And Figures Of A National Emergency, By Adeola Yusuf After Platforms Africa Report, Oil Ministry Director Queried, Minister Disowns Claim…

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Ogun Names Motorcycle Riders’ Association President As 2025 Amirul Hajj

Aliyu Aliyu

    + Full list of 13 Sheikhs, Imams and clerics to work with and be led to 2025 Hajj by the ACOMORAN boss, Prince Adebayo Apelogun   Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Board has appointed the National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Motorcycle Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), Prince Adebayo Apelogun, as 2025 Amirul Hajj, who is expected to lead pilgrims from the state to the Holy Land. Platforms Africa reports quoting a statement from Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser, Information and Strategy to Ogun State Government that a 13-man…

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Heirs Energies Boss Underlines Pan-African Solutions At Congo Energy, Investment Forum

Ganiyu Amodu

Heirs Energies CEO, Osayande Igiehon, delivered powerful insights on African energy leadership at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum held in Brazzaville from March 24-26, 2025. Osa joined distinguished panels of African business leaders at the Kintele Congress Center on March 26th, speaking on two key themes: “Energy & Investment Outlook” and “Field Development Drive: Towards 500,000 Barrels Per Day.” During the sessions, Osa shared practical strategies on how the Republic of Congo could accelerate its journey toward achieving its ambitious 500,000 barrels per day production target. “Within three…

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Tinubu Will Not Return To Abuja Until After Easter Holiday – Presidency

Abibat Babalola

The Presidency on Thursday said that there was no cause for alarm over President Bola Tinubu’s absence, and that his return to Abuja and resumption of duties at Aso Villa will be after the Easter holidays. It also said Tinubu’s commitment to his duties remained unwavering, with his administration functioning effectively under his leadership. President Tinubu departed Abuja for Paris, France two weeks ago and the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, had in a press release said that the President will be back in a fortnight. READ ALSO: Tanker Crashes, Blocks…

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Tanker Crashes, Blocks Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Abibat Babalola

The outward bound lane of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway from Berger in Lagos State is blocked following the crashing of a trailer bearing a container. According to available information, the lone trailer accident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, blocking the entire outward bound lane. There has been no movement on the outward bound lane for over one hour as at press time. READ ALSO: Why, How NUPRC, Komolafe Got Africa Energy Summit Award’s Nomination ‘First Highest-Level Trip in Decades,’ Saudi Defense Minister Visits Iran ‘Going, Going;’ Trump Mulls Shutdown…

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Why, How NUPRC, Komolafe Got Africa Energy Summit Award’s Nomination

Abibat Babalola

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has been nominated for the coveted Regulator of the Year Award at the upcoming Africa Energies Summit. NUPRC, in a statement on Thursday said the nomination was its recognition as a leading force in Africa’s energy sector. Scheduled to hold on May 15 in London, Summit, now in its 29th edition, would bring together top industry players, policymakers and innovators shaping Africa’s energy future. READ ALSO: ‘First Highest-Level Trip in Decades,’ Saudi Defense Minister Visits Iran ‘Going, Going;’ Trump Mulls Shutdown of US…

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‘First Highest-Level Trip in Decades,’ Saudi Defense Minister Visits Iran

Damilola Olonade

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud arrived in Tehran on Thursday, in a rare visit by a senior Saudi royal to the Islamic Republic. Prince Khalid met Major General Mohammad Bagheri, chief of staff of Iran’s Armed Forces, Iranian news outlet ISNA reported, adding that “developing defense relations and regional cooperation to strengthen peace and stability in the region, as well as combating terrorism, are among the topics of discussion between the two senior defense officials.” It has been decades since a senior Saudi royal last visited…

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