The recent increase in electricity tariffs has stirred up concerns among consumers across various areas. While the hike was purportedly targeted at users in what’s known as Band A areas, the reality is that it has affected all bands. Evidence of this can be found …
The recent removal of subsidies in Nigeria’s power sector and the introduction of consumer band categorizations mark significant shifts in the country’s energy landscape. Adetayo Adegbemle, Executive Director of PowerUp Nigeria, sheds light on various issues plaguing the sector and suggests potential solutions in an …
As I sit down to recount the tragic events that unfolded in Okuama on that fateful day of March 14th, my heart weighs heavy with sorrow and disbelief. Prof Patrick Muoboghare’s words echo in my mind, his voice trembling with emotion as he speaks of …
The United States (US) visa is highly sought-after worldwide for the opportunities it offers. It allows Nigerians and other non-citizens to enter the US for work, study, or travel. Before entering the US, this document must be affixed to the applicant’s passport. There are two …
The tranquil community of Oke Old in Sabongida-Ora, Etsako West local government area of Edo State, was shattered by a wave of mourning and fear as criminals, suspected to be of Fulani origin, invaded a feed mill plant. Their criminal activities led to the tragic …
Ten years have passed since the night that shook the world when gunmen stormed into a school in the quiet Nigerian town of Chibok and abducted 276 innocent girls. As we mark this solemn anniversary, the memories of that harrowing night still haunt the survivors, …
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, paid a visit to the family of the late Nollywood makeup artist Abigail Edith Frederick, who tragically lost her life in a boat accident alongside actor Junior Pope and three others. Expressing heartfelt sympathy, Governor Eno sat with …
On a Saturday, the Oyo State Secretariat in Ibadan faced an attack by suspected O’odua Nation agitators. The agitators, dressed in military camouflage and armed with weapons, attempted to overwhelm security operatives at the State Assembly complex and the entire secretariat. Eyewitnesses reported that they …
Iran launched unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, directly from its territory towards Israel on Saturday, according to the Israeli army. This action significantly escalates the ongoing covert conflict between the two neighboring countries. Daniel Hagari, a spokesperson for the Israeli military, made …
A group claiming affiliation with the Yoruba nation movement faced a swift crackdown on Saturday as they attempted to seize control of the Oyo House of Assembly complex. The incident, marked by masked men dressed in Army camouflage and armed with rifles, sent shockwaves through …