The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) are not just acronyms—these unions play a crucial role in shaping the future of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd). In a carefully worded letter dated 4th April, these unions voiced
In the serene village of Hurti in Plateau State, a nightmare unfolded when gunmen descended upon the unsuspecting residents, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair. The village head, Maren Aradong, grimly recounted the harrowing events that transpired on that fateful day. “Last Wednesday, at about 3:00 p.m., gunmen invaded our communities…they came on
Bayelsa State is currently basking in the glory of a hard-fought victory at the prestigious Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) held in Uyo. The competition, which has been a thrilling display of athleticism and sportsmanship, is nearing its grand finale, with Bayelsa athletes proudly perched atop the medal table. At the close of Sunday’s action-packed
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has found himself embroiled in controversy after vehemently denying accusations that he sanctioned the Eastern Security Network (ESN), linked to the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to combat herders encroaching on farmlands within the state. The ESN is known as the militant arm of IPOB, a group advocating
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) took a significant step over the weekend by announcing its decision to inject $197.71 million into the country’s Foreign Exchange (FX) market. This move comes in response to the recent increase in import tariffs policy implemented by the United States government, which has raised concerns and uncertainties in global
The sun shone brightly over the bustling city of Kaduna as the state government forged a groundbreaking partnership with Jobberman, a leading private sector organization renowned for its commitment to skills acquisition and job creation. This collaboration marked a significant milestone in the quest to address the pressing issue of youth unemployment in the region.
Actress and media personality Omotunde Adebowale-David, widely known as Lolo 1, recently opened up about a deeply traumatic experience she endured six years ago. In a heartfelt revelation on her podcast “Say My Piece,” she bravely shared that she was a victim of rape by a male colleague within the broadcast industry. The emotional scars
Activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, finds himself at odds with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) once again. The NPF claims that a planned nationwide protest by the ‘Take It Back’ movement is an attempt to undermine the National Police Day celebration. However, Sowore vehemently denies these allegations. Sowore’s Response Sowore took to his
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, has recently been at the center of a storm that rivals ancient tales of deception and power struggles. As the Nigerian presidency weaves a narrative akin to the biblical story of Ananias and Sapphira, Natasha’s journey unfolds like a captivating saga, drawing parallels to historical figures
At the recent Festival of Fire Service of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) at the Redemption Camp, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the general overseer, shared a remarkable insight with his congregants. Amidst the devout gathering, he revealed a divine message regarding the future venue for RCCG’s Governing Council meetings – none other than the