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Cooking Gas Prices Fall as LPG Imports Surge

27Jul

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Cooking Gas Prices Fall as LPG Imports Surge

The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has continued to decline across parts of Nigeria over the past three weeks, following a sharp increase in imports.A market survey found that cooking gas now sells for as low as ₦1,300 per kilogramme in Abuja and surrounding areas, down from about ₦1,450 recorded earlier.At selected filling stations in the Federal Capital Territory, Ranoil, Shafa, and AP Ardova are selling LPG at ₦1,350, ₦1,300, and ₦1,400 per kilogramme, respectively, compared to previous prices ranging between ₦1,450 and ₦1,500.Depot prices have also eased, dropping to between ₦997 and ₦1,030 per kilogramme from a previous high of ₦1,100.Retailers in areas including Dawaki, Kubwa, Gwarimpa, and Lugbe have reduced prices to around ₦1...

FG Allocates ₦962.83 Billion for SUVs, Empowerment Programmes

27Jul

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FG Allocates ₦962.83 Billion for SUVs, Empowerment Programmes

The Federal Government (FG) has allocated ₦962.83 billion for the purchase of Sport Utility Vehicles and thousands of empowerment projects in the 2026 budget, an amount higher than the combined allocations of seven major federal ministries.According to Punch, an analysis of the 2026 Appropriation Act by civic technology organisation, Tracka, showed that ₦15.13 billion was provided for the procurement of 39 SUVs, while another ₦947.70 billion was allocated to 2,579 empowerment projects.The two allocations bring the total spending on SUVs and empowerment interventions to ₦962.83 billion.Tracka said the figure exceeded the ₦960.27 billion collectively allocated to the Federal Ministries of Industry, Trade and Investment; Housing and Urban Development; Women Affairs; Justice; ...

Corruption Allegations Vanish Once You Join APC – Peter Obi says

27Jul

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Corruption Allegations Vanish Once You Join APC – Peter Obi says

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has criticized Nigeria’s political system, claiming that politicians accused of corruption often appear to be cleared of wrongdoing once they defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).Obi made the remark during an interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme that aired on Sunday night, July 26, where he also argued that Nigeria’s political parties lack clear ideologies. NigerianBusiness NewsAccording to him, the country’s politics has become driven by personal interests rather than principles.“For me, there is no political party in Nigeria Today that has an ideology. There is none. Otherwise, the ideology of the APC would be that if you are corrupt and you move to the AP...

US Tells Dual-Citizen Nigerians to Travel With Valid American Passport

27Jul

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US Tells Dual-Citizen Nigerians to Travel With Valid American Passport

The United States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerians who are also U.S. citizens that they must use a valid U.S. passport whenever they enter or leave the United States.In a statement posted on its official X account on Sunday, July 26, the mission stressed that the rule applies to all American citizens, including children with dual nationality.The mission explained that dual U.S. citizens cannot use a foreign passport to apply for the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). It noted that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regularly rejects or revokes ESTA applications submitted by dual nationals using non-U.S. passports.It also urged U.S. citizens living abroad, including those in Nigeria, to ensure their American passports are valid before travelling to...

Infantino Fires Back at 2026 World Cup Critics, Says They Are ‘Spreading Hate’

27Jul

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Infantino Fires Back at 2026 World Cup Critics, Says They Are ‘Spreading Hate’

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched a scathing attack on critics of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, accusing them of "spreading hate" and ignoring what he described as the tournament's overwhelming success. Infantino and FIFA have come under heavy criticism over the controversies that plagued the 2026 FIFA World Cup, such as visa issues, outside forces influencing FIFA's decision-making, and officiating troubles. However, the FIFA President has slammed the critics of the tournament. In a lengthy message, Infantino defended FIFA's handling of the World Cup, stating that critics had "missed all that joy and togetherness" and said they had been "spreading hate and false rumours" instead of celebrating football. The post, which appeared to take aim at journalists and was shared on both I...

Iran War: Trump reacts to reports of US running out of weapons

27Jul

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Iran War: Trump reacts to reports of US running out of weapons

US President Donald Trump has denied claims that the nation is depleting its munitions in the conflict with Iran. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the President dismissed the assertion: “We possess significantly more munitions than any other country globally, and far more than we require.” According to a report by the US newspaper, General Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, had alerted the White House regarding diminishing stockpiles of air defense interceptors.Additionally, Trump shared AI-generated visuals depicting assaults on Iranian installations via his Truth Social platform. He appeared to illustrate the capture of an Iranian oil tanker and an attack on Iran’s Kharg Island oil export terminal. One image featured Trump aboa...

Suspected hoodlums cart away PVCs at distribution centre in Osun

27Jul

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Suspected hoodlums cart away PVCs at distribution centre in Osun

Suspected political thugs on Sunday, July 26, stormed a permanent voter’s card (PVC) distribution centre in Okuku, the headquarters of the Odo-Otin Local Government Area of the state, and carted away two packs of PVCs.The INEC officials were busy distributing the cards at the Oyinlola DC Primary School, Ward 2, when the thugs suddenly arrived and started shooting sporadically into the air, scaring residents and officials, and took two packs of cards and left the venue before police could arrive at the scene.Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the Osun State Command, Abiodun Ojelabi, said about ten armed hoodlums invaded the centre, fired sporadically into the air and carted away three packs of PVCs before fleeing the scene.Ojelabi disclosed that the State Commissioner ...

Ballon d’Or: Footballer can win award without winning single trophy – Organisers clarify

26Jul

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Ballon d’Or: Footballer can win award without winning single trophy – Organisers clarify

The organizers of the Ballon d’Or have announced that a footballer can receive the prestigious award even if they do not secure a trophy with their clubs or country.They said that the individual player’s performance on the field holds greater significance than the trophies won by the team.In a statement released by the Ballon d’Or, they enumerated the players who have achieved the Ballon d’Or despite not winning a trophy during the season.However, such occurrences are rare, with only six players accomplishing this feat throughout history.“Stanley Matthews, the inaugural Ballon d’Or recipient in 1956, was the first to win the award without having secured a team title in the calendar year (the Ballon d’Or has been awarded based on the sporting season since 2022).“Denis La...

Meet Housemates Of BBNaija Season 11 {FULL LIST}

26Jul

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Meet Housemates Of BBNaija Season 11 {FULL LIST}

The organisers of the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show have unveiled the first batch of housemates set to compete for the ₦160 million grand prize in this year's edition.The newly introduced contestants include streamers, entrepreneurs, models, and other creatives, each entering the house with unique personalities, game plans, and high hopes of emerging victorious.Below is the list of BBNaija housemates for the 11th edition.1. Tram: Twenty-four-year-old streamer, Tram, who hails from Lagos State, said winning the grand prize is his one goal. According to his profile, he has no interest in romance or distractions and intends to stay focused on the game.2. Temi Nkem: 21-year-old Temi Nkem said she is bringing confidence and strategy into the BBNaija...

Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua must take place in UK under current deal

26Jul

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Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua must take place in UK under current deal

Top boxing promoter, Eddie Hearn says the long-awaited showdown between British rivals Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua must take place in the UK under the terms of the fight deal signed three months ago.Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh reportedly wants to stage the fight, expected to take place in October or November, at a time that would attract the largest global audience.Discover moreBlog HostingBlogAfricans & DiasporaHowever, were the fight to take place at Wembley Stadium, any plans to stage the bout with a 2:00 am (0200 GMT) start would require an exemption to the London venue’s curfew restrictions.There is now talk the fight could take place at New York’s Madison Square Garden, but Hearn insists Joshua signed up for a UK fight only and the contrac...