Author: Olumide Akinrinlola
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Queues resurface at filling stations as petrol price rises to N1,150/litre
Oil marketers have declared that filling stations should not be blamed for the hike in the pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly called petrol, as queues for the commodity surfaced in various locations on Saturday. Many filling stations in Lagos, Ogun, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, among others, were closed on Saturday, as dealers explained…
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BREAKING: Prophet Gunned Down Inside Ogun Celestial Church
Gunmen invaded a Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) in Idiroko, Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Sunday, resulting in the tragic death of 54-year-old Prophet Yomi Adetula. According to Daily Trust, the assailants stormed the CCC Eagle Parish along Baggage Road, Odo Eran, Idiroko, around 10:30 AM and opened fire during the service.…
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Dangers Loom as Experts Predict New Extreme Fire Outbreaks That Could Swallow Los Angeles
Los Angeles is on high alert for potential catastrophic wildfires this week, as weather forecasters warn of the return of gusting Santa Ana winds, with speeds reaching up to 100 miles per hour, Starnews NG reports. Since the first fire ignited on January 7, over 27 lives have been lost, and approximately 22,000 buildings have…
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Trump Arrives in Washington Ahead of Monday’s Inauguration
By: Bayero Ade Donald Trump arrived in Washington on Saturday in preparation for his inauguration, marking the beginning of his return to the presidency. According to PUNCH, accompanied by his wife, Melania, and other family members, Trump landed at Dulles International Airport before attending a private event at his golf club in Virginia, which featured…
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Canada Introduces New Penalties For Immigration Consultants to Combat Fraud
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the introduction of new regulations aimed at penalizing both authorized and unauthorized paid immigration representatives who violate the law while advising applicants on immigration or citizenship matters. The proposed penalties include fines of up to $1.5 million for representatives who counsel clients to misrepresent themselves during the…
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Residents Advised to Brace For Strong Winds As Tropical Cyclone Develops Off Western Australia
A tropical cyclone is anticipated to form off the coast of Western Australia, prompting authorities to warn residents to prepare for potentially ‘destructive’ winds. The Bureau of Meteorology has been monitoring a tropical low near the Pilbara region, predicting it will evolve into a tropical cyclone by 8 AM (AWST) on Sunday. While the cyclone…
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Dangote Refinery eyes fresh crude imports
By Miracle Ogunde Following insufficient supply of crude from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is targeting importing crude oil feedstock. An official who preferred anonymity disclosed this to DAILY POST, saying the company has ramped up production to a 500,000-per-day capacity and targets a 650,000 bpd capacity by June 2025. According…
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BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Aiyedatiwa Dissolves Executive Council
Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. In an official statement, the Governor retained two cabinet members due to the essential nature of their responsibilities. These are Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, and Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac, the Commissioner…
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Again, Betty Provokes Ondo Governor, Accuses Aiyedatiwa of Evil Joy in Akeredolu’s Death
In a shocking outburst that has once again thrust the political landscape of Ondo State into turmoil, Betty Akeredolu, widow of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, took to social media to accuse current Governor Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of reveling in her husband’s death. In a tweet on her X account, Starnews NG reports that she…
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BREAKING: Lagos Assembly Speaker Obasa Impeached
By: Bayero Ade Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has been impeached by 32 members of the Assembly. According to Afripost, the impeachment comes amidst serious allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement against Obasa. He was accused of gross misconduct and abuse of office. One of the key accusations includes…