. Says Youths not just the future but also already in the driver’s seat Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), has reaffirmed the Nigerian Government’s commitment to leveraging local content as a strategic tool for industrialization, innovation, and inclusive economic growth in Nigeria. Platforms Africa reports that Lokpobiri made this declaration while delivering his keynote address at the 2025 Nigerian Oil and Gas Opportunity Fair (NOGOF), ongoing in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The Minister stated that the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), has transitioned…
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‘After Days Of Search,’ Missing Banker Found Dead In Mortuary
The body of 26-year-old Lagos banker Osemudiamen Idemudia has been discovered at a morgue in Yaba, Lagos, days after he was declared missing. Idemudia, who worked in the Point-of-Sale department of a commercial bank in Ikota, was last seen on May 9 around CMS, Lagos Island. A family member, simply identified as Segun, confirmed that the deceased was found on Sunday with machete cuts on his head, face, and legs, suggesting a brutal attack and murder. “We have found Osemudiamen’s body. He was murdered. I’m so sad,” Segun said. The…
Read MoreDisCos’ Performance Disappointing — We’ll Get Tough On Them – Adelabu
Bayo Adelabu, minister of power, says electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have disappointed the country regarding performance expectations and hindered the government’s efforts at improving supply. Adelabu spoke during a two-day retreat organised by the senate committee on power, according to a statement on Tuesday by Bolaji Tunji, special adviser, strategic communication and media relations to the minister. “We need to get tough with the DisCos, as they can easily frustrate all the gains we have made,” the minister said . “They have disappointed us in performance expectations. Whatever we do…
Read MoreIs Red Meat Bad for Your Heart? It May Depend on Who Funded the Study
A new research found that red meat researches with industry links were more likely to report favorable results than those without them. You actually want to read this + What This Means for Future Nutrition Research In a review published last week in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists came to a concerning conclusion. Red meat appeared healthier in studies that were funded by the red meat industry. Of course, this is not surprising to anyone familiar with nutrition research, which often has conflicts of interest because of…
Read More‘Completely False;’ No Lady on Trial for Converting to Christianity in Zamfara – Govt
The woman whose picture was used in the fake news (by Sahara Reporters) is not (even) a Nigerian. Her name is Aalia, and she is from Texas, United States.” The Zamfara State Government has debunked a story claiming that Zamfara Christian convert, Zainab, is set to stand trial in Sharia Court on Friday for switching religions. Platforms Africa reports that a statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the report is completely false and taken from social media sites that seek to generate…
Read More‘His Father Drove Against Traffic,’ Oyo Govt Speaks On WASSCE Student Killed by Stray Bullet
The Oyo State Government has explained what led to the tragic death of a student who was hit by a stray bullet while on his way to an examination centre to sit the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination organised by the West African Examination Council in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. According to the government, the student’s father was driving against traffic when the incident happened. This was revealed in a statement on Tuesday by the Special Adviser on Media to Governor Seyi Makinde, Sulaimon Olanrewaju. ‘Life Cut…
Read More‘It’s A Lifetime Opportunity,’ Atiku Camp Offers Obi VP Role In One-Term Deal
. No, Join southeast leaders, work with Tinubu – Umahi urges Peter Obi There are indications that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may have offered the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi a vice president role in a joint single-term ticket. Reliable multiple sources involved in the coalition efforts, who requested anonymity due to a lack of authorisation to speak on the matter, told The PUNCH that the proposal was initially discussed during a meeting between Atiku and Obi early this year in the United Kingdom. The insiders…
Read More‘7,000 Policymakers, Professionals From Over 85 Countries;’ Preps Heightened For NOG Energy Week 2025
“Confab To Convene Global Energy Leaders In Nigeria To Advance Investment, Innovation, And Energy Security,” What Wemimo Oyelana wants oil industry stakeholders to know about Nigeria’s flagship oil and gas confab 7,000 oil industry leaders, policymakers, and professionals from over 85 countries have been confirmed for the NOG Energy Week 2025. This came as preparations were heightened for the conference airmed at Convening Global Energy Leaders In Nigeria To Advance Investment, Innovation, And Energy Security. “As the largest energy gathering in Sub-Saharan Africa, NOG Energy Week will bring…
Read More‘Life Cut Short At Prime,’ Stray Bullet Kills WASSCE Student On Way To Centre
“He was alongside his twin brother when the incident occurred.” Sad details of the tragedy A stray bullet has allegedly killed a student who was heading to the examination centre to sit for the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination being organised by the West African Examination Council (WAEC) in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The incident happened on Gbagi market road in the Egbeda Local Government Area of the state when a stray bullet allegedly fired by a police officer in pursuit of a suspect hit and…
Read More‘I Had Cancer Scare, Underwent Thyroid Surgery’ – Mercy Johnson Explains Weight Loss
Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has opened up about her health struggles and her sudden weight loss. Recall that the movie star recently sparked concerns with her drastic weight loss, which has been the subject of intense discussion across social media platforms. In a recent conversation with veteran actress Joke Silva, Okojie explained that she had a cancer scare and underwent a thyroid ‘I Had Cancer Scare, Underwent Thyroid Surgery’ – Mercy Johnson Explains Weight Loss removal surgery. READ ALSO: Ibadan, Ogbomoso Monarchs Reject Alaafin As Permanent Council Chair South-East Reps…
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