DisCos fault FG’s ‘free meter’ directive
Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have pushed back against the Federal Government’s directive that prepaid electricity meters be provided to customers at no cost, describing the policy as unrealistic and poorly thought out. The directive, issued by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, bars DisCos and meter installers from collecting any payment for meter installation. Adelabu gave the order during an...
Keyamo: Kwankwaso at political crossroads, 2027 ambition faces uncertain future
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, says the presidential ambition of the leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, may be at serious risk ahead of the 2027 general election unless he forges an alliance with a major political party. Keyamo, in a statement shared on X on Sunday, January 25, 2026, said Kwankwaso’s...
Kwankwaso: Kano to consider impeaching dep gov over defection rift
Political tension is rising in Kano State following Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s decision to quit the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and move to the All Progressives Congress (APC), a development that has placed his deputy, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, at the centre of a growing power struggle. Governor Yusuf’s resignation from the NNPP and his expected formal registration with the...
Petrol, diesel, LPG prices to keep falling — FG
The Federal Government has projected a continued decline in the prices of petrol, diesel and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) across Nigeria, citing improved supply levels, increased competition and growing private sector investments in the oil and gas industry. The Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Saidu Mohammed, made this known on Sunday during an...
20 vessels to offload over 10,000 containers at Lagos Ports
No fewer than 20 vessels are scheduled to berth at Apapa, Tin Can Island and Lekki Deep Sea ports this week, bringing in a combined total of 10,273 containers, 152,017 metric tonnes of bulk and petroleum products, and 1,150 units of used vehicles. According to the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Shipping Position, APM Terminals, Apapa, will handle the highest number...
Why power should remain in South until 2031 — Amosun
Former Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, insisting that the presidency should remain in the South until 2031 in line with Nigeria’s power rotation principle. Speaking in Abeokuta during activities marking his 68th birthday, Amosun argued that after eight years of northern leadership under former President Muhammadu Buhari,...
NMDPRA calls for over $30bn private investment in midstream sector
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has urged the private sector to invest between $30 billion and $50 billion in Nigeria’s midstream petroleum sector to drive growth and ensure energy security. The Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Saidu Mohammed, made the call at the weekend after concluding a three-day inspection tour of oil and gas facilities in Rivers...
Troops eliminate notorious kidnap kingpin in Kaduna
Troops have neutralised a notorious kidnapping kingpin, identified as Amadu, during a raid in Malafiya town, Atiku Ward of Jama’a Local Government Area, Kaduna State. Security sources said Amadu led a criminal gang responsible for kidnapping, cattle rustling and armed robbery across Malafiya and neighbouring communities. He was reportedly on the most-wanted list of security agencies and linked to several major...
Oil prices drop over supply concerns
Oil prices dropped on Monday, January 26, 2026, after climbing more than 2% in the previous session. This follows supply concerns that kept a lid on benchmarks despite production disruptions in major United States crude-producing regions. Brent crude futures fell 7 cents, or 0.1%, to $65.81 a barrel at 0221 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was at $61.01 a...
Gunmen attack police patrol team, kill Inspector at Oyo border
Gunmen have killed a police Inspector during an attack on a patrol team at Budo Masalasi Border Post in Oyo State. The Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, confirmed the incident via a statement issued on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Olayinka disclosed that about 10 to 15 gunmen attacked ASP Entonu Shaibu and his patrol team at about...
