US-Iran war: Petrol price surge sparks relief calls

There is pressure on the Federal Government to introduce economic relief measures as the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran drives up global crude oil prices and pushes petrol costs to record levels across Nigeria. Industry operators, economists, labour unions and private sector leaders have urged the government to deploy the expected windfall […]

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A Rejoinder to Kunle Adebayo, Former GM of Ondo State Radiovision Corporation (OSRC), on His Article “Ondo State and the Burden of Governance

By Steve Otaloro The recent article titled “Ondo State and the Burden of Governance” authored by Kunle Adebayo attempts to present itself as a thoughtful intervention on governance in Ondo State. However, a closer examination reveals a piece driven less by objective policy analysis and more by the emotional residue of a political displacement. Mr. […]

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CBN Probe: Questions Trail LivingTrust Mortgage Bank’s Board Structure

By John Dike, Osogbo Concerns are mounting over the corporate governance structure at LivingTrust Mortgage Bank Plc following a recent special examination conducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in February 2026. Although the exact trigger for the regulatory intervention remains unclear, industry observers believe the move may have been prompted by an internal […]

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Ebenezer Adeniyan: A Chief Press Secretary with a Difference

By Sunday Ajibola Positions offer individuals opportunities to serve, spanning appointments, promotional, spiritual, and secular roles. Service has two purposes: to benefit oneself and others. It is well-known that the ultimate duty of humanity is to serve people or enriching oneself. Yet, many who are entrusted with such opportunities often disregard the first principle. They […]

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NGOs Seek Stronger Protection for Women, Demand Additional Sexual Assault Referral Centres in Osun

By John Dike, Osogbo Women advocacy organisations in Osun State have called for stronger policies, improved institutional support, and increased investment in the protection of women and girls, warning that rising cases of gender-based violence threaten societal stability and development. The call was made during a press conference held in Osogbo to commemorate the 2026 […]

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FULL LIST: 114 universities approved to run law programmes in Nigeria

The Council of Legal Education has released the list of 114 universities approved to run law programmes in Nigeria. In a circular issued on Friday, the council said only the listed universities are authorised to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in the country. The circular, signed by the council’s Secretary and […]

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Dangote refinery raises petrol price to N1,175/litre as crude spikes

The Dangote Petrochemical Refinery has raised the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit to N1,175 per litre, reversing an earlier reduction of N100 announced earlier in the week, as a fresh surge in global crude oil prices pushes up refining costs. A senior official who spoke with our correspondent anonymously because he was not authorised […]

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