Author: Ganiyu Amodu

FCCPC Summons Air Peace Over Flight Cancellations, Unpaid Refunds

Ganiyu Amodu

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has summoned the management of Air Peace Limited following multiple complaints from passengers regarding non-refunded ticket fares, even in cases where the airline cancelled scheduled flights. In a formal notice dated June 3, 2025, the Commission ordered Air Peace to appear at its Abuja headquarters on Monday, June 23, 2025, to address growing public outcry and allegations of consumer rights violations. A statement issued by the Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, disclosed the directive on Monday in Abuja. Ijagwu stated that the…

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Killings: Tinubu To Visit Benue, Postpones Planned Kaduna Trip

Ganiyu Amodu

President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled his official visit to Kaduna State and instead, he will travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, as part of renewed efforts to foster peace and address the persistent conflict affecting communities in the North-central State. This was disclosed by a statement signed by presidential media aide, Bayo Onanuga, on Monday evening. “The President’s visit aims to assess firsthand the recurring crisis that has claimed numerous lives and caused significant destruction. “During his stay, President Tinubu will meet with all stakeholders—including traditional rulers,…

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‘First Win Since 2021,’ How Kamaru Usman Defeated Joaquin Buckley At UFC Atlanta

Ganiyu Amodu

‘I just needed to get that monkey off my back,’ what the former UFC welterweight champion said in an emotional post-fight interview   Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman returned to winning ways after a 20-month hiatus, defeating Joaquin Buckley 49-46, 49-46, 48-47 in a unanimous decision in the main event at UFC Fight Night in Atlanta. “Those knockouts will come,” an emotional Usman said after his win. “I just needed to get that monkey off my back.” The first two rounds of the headline welterweight attraction saw Usman (win-loss…

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‘Effective August 15,’ Dangote Refinery To Begin Petrol, Diesel Distribution Nationwide

Ganiyu Amodu

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced plans to begin nationwide distribution of Premium Motor Spirit and diesel from August 15, 2025. The company is deploying 4,000 brand-new Compressed Natural Gas-powered tankers to boost delivery capacity and improve access to fuel across the country. The offer, according to a statement released on Sunday, is open to marketers, petrol station dealers, manufacturers, telecoms operators, aviation firms, and other large-scale fuel users. The firm also disclosed plans to support distribution through the establishment of daughter booster CNG stations and a dedicated fleet of…

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‘After Forcing Kisses On Patient,’ Nigerian Healthcare Worker Jailed In UK

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A York Hospital healthcare worker, Adewale Kudabo found guilty of sexually assaulting a patient by kissing her against her will has been sentenced to one year in prison. Kudabo, 47, carried out the assaults while working at York Hospital, the court heard. Henry Fernnandez, prosecuting, said Kudabo was assigned to bathe a female patient who was in pain. Although the bathing itself was not part of the offence, the inappropriate behaviour occurred shortly after. “When finished bathing the patient,” Mr Fernnandez told the court as quoted by YorkPress, “Kudabo leant…

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Oil Prices Hit 5-Month High After Israel’s Strikes On Iran

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Oil prices increased more than 7% on Friday, June 13, 2025, trading near multi-month highs after Israel launched widescale strikes against Iran. Brent crude futures jumped $5.1, or around 7.4%, to $74.46 a barrel by 0843 GMT after hitting an intraday high of $78.50, the highest since January 27. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was up $5.1, or 7.5%, at $73.15 a barrel after hitting a high of $77.62, its highest level since January 21. Friday’s gains were the largest intraday moves for both contracts since 2022, after Russia’s invasion…

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Fela’s ‘Zombie’ Inducted Into Grammy Hall of Fame

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Legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has made history as the first Nigerian artist to have an album inducted into the prestigious Grammy Hall of Fame. His groundbreaking 1976 record Zombie has been selected for the 2025 class of inductees, nearly three decades after his death. The Recording Academy, which organizes the Grammy Awards, announced the induction as part of its annual celebration of recordings that are at least 25 years old and possess “lasting qualitative or historical significance.” Zombie, known for its fearless critique of Nigeria’s military regime at the…

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EFCC Arraigns Sun Trust Bank MD, ED For Alleged $12m Fraud

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday, June 13, 2025, arraigned two senior executives of SunTrust Bank—Halima Buba, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, and Innocent Mbagwu, Executive Director and Chief Compliance Officer—on charges of money laundering totaling $12 million. The arraignment took place before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja. The defendants face a six-count charge bordering on illegal cash transactions and conspiracy, in violation of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. According to the EFCC, Buba and Mbagwu allegedly facilitated…

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US Senator, Rep Shot Inside Their Homes

Ganiyu Amodu

A wave of violence swept through Minnesota in the early hours of Saturday as two sitting United States lawmakers — Senator John Hoffman and Representative Melissa Hortman — were shot alongside their spouses inside their homes in what authorities are describing as targeted overnight assaults. The attack, which occurred in the suburban cities of Champlin and Brooklyn Park, has rattled the American political space and prompted an immediate multi-agency manhunt. Law enforcement sources revealed that the suspected gunman impersonated a police officer to gain access to the properties before opening…

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Iran Retaliates, Fires Dozens Of Missiles At Tel Aviv

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Hours after dozens of Israeli airstrikes struck various parts of Iran, the Iranian government retaliated by launching missiles into Israel, most targeting the capital, Tel Aviv. The Israeli military confirmed on Friday that it had detected dozens of missiles and intercepted many of them. Air raid sirens sounded across Israel, with the BBC reporting plumes of smoke across Tel Aviv. Iran first launched about 100 drones, possibly to test Israeli defences, before firing about 100 ballistic missiles. Although many of the missiles were intercepted by Israel’s Iron Dome defence, and…

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