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Petrol Price Hits ₦945/Litre at NNPC Stations Amid Soaring Global Oil Prices

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, to ₦945 per litre in Abuja and ₦915 per litre in Lagos, reflecting a new wave of cost hikes across the country’s deregulated fuel market. The upward revision follows Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s decision to raise its ex-depot price from ₦825 to ₦880 per litre, sparking a ripple effect. NNPC retail stations in Kubwa and Obasanjo Way in Abuja, as well as Igando and Badagry in Lagos, reflected the updated pricing on Monday, further compounding pressure on consumers amid steep living costs. Private fuel stations have also raised their prices in response. MRS now sells at ₦925 per litre, while TotalEnergies has adjusted to ₦910, and smaller independent marketers like Oluwafemi Arowolo Petroleum in Iba have gone as high as ₦920. Depot sources confirmed that major supply hubs, including Wosbab and NIPCO, are now selling PMS at up to ₦925 per litre, citing rising international crude prices and operational costs. Experts warn the price could cross ₦1,000 per litre if global crude exceeds $80 per barrel, amid heightened geopolitical tensions following US-Israeli strikes on Iran. “Unless Dangote keeps prices stable, depot owners will hike rates,” said Olatide Jeremiah of PetroleumPrice.ng. With inflationary pressures mounting, Nigerians now brace for deeper economic strain.

MRA Calls for Stronger Legal and Institutional Protections for Whistleblowers in Nigeria

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has called on the Federal Government to take urgent and concrete steps to strengthen legal and institutional protections for whistleblowers in recognition of their critical role in exposing corruption, human rights abuses and other wrongdoing, describing them as a cornerstone of transparency, accountability, and good governance. In a statement issued today in Lagos to mark this year’s World Whistleblowers’ Day, MRA stressed that whistleblowers serve the public interest by courageously disclosing information that would otherwise remain hidden, often at great personal risk, noting that in Nigeria, they continue to operate in a climate of fear, retaliation, and legal uncertainty, which deters many others from coming forward with information about wrongdoing. Ms Ayomide Eweje, a Programme Officer at MRA, said in the statement: “We note that the current whistleblower protection framework in Nigeria remains weak, fragmented, and largely ineffective. The Federal Government continues to threaten whistleblowers with prosecution despite the whistleblower protection provisions in Section 27(2) of the Freedom of Information Act. Besides, the Whistleblower Policy adopted by the Government in 2016 was not designed to provide protection for persons who risk everything to expose corruption, misconduct, human rights violations, threat to public safety, or other wrongdoing, but is merely aimed at assisting the government to recover looted public funds.” According to her, the absence of a comprehensive legal framework for the protection of whistleblowers has left them vulnerable to threats, harassment, job losses, and physical harm, adding that successive governments in Nigeria have failed to acknowledge the immense value that whistleblower bring to the society and the important role that they play in combating corruption, and ensuring transparency and accountability. Ms Eweje argued that whistleblowers are often motivated by a patriotic duty and a commitment to the greater good, noting that “whistleblowers are the eyes and ears of our society; they step forward so that the rest of us can see and act. When whistleblowers speak up, everyone benefits; public funds are better managed, there is more efficient delivery of public services, trust in institutions grows, and we have better governance. Yet without reliable channels to report wrongdoing, we risk enabling critical information about wrongdoing to stay hidden.” She lamented that despite the essential role that such courageous individuals play in ensuring that powerful actors in the society are held accountable, they continue to face harassment and intimidation, legal hurdles, retaliation instead of protection, sometimes paying for their selfless acts with their lives or liberty. Ms Eweje therefore urged the National Assembly to prioritize the passage of a robust whistleblower protection legislation that guarantees confidentiality in reporting in appropriate cases, shields whistleblowers from reprisals, and establishes secure reporting channels while also establishing an independent whistleblower protection agency with the mandate to investigate reprisals, support whistleblowers, and enforce sanctions against those who retaliate against them. She highlighted the importance of public education and awareness in fostering a culture that values and protects whistleblowing and called on civil society organisations, the media, and professional bodies to work collaboratively to de-stigmatise whistleblowing and ensure that those who speak out are not isolated or vilified. Ms Eweje said: “On this World Whistleblowers Day, we stand in solidarity with whistleblowers in Nigeria and around the world who have paid a high price for speaking out, particularly against powerful individuals in society. We reaffirm our commitment to advocating for their rights and working towards a society where exposing wrongdoing is not only protected but also celebrated as a courageous act of public service.” The theme of the 2025 World Whistleblowers’ Day is “Protecting the Truth-Tellers”, and the Day focuses on raising awareness about whistleblowing, combating corruption, and encouraging a positive culture of speaking up within organisations. This year’s campaign, “we’re all ears,” seeks to highlight the importance of whistleblowing and support those who speak up against wrongdoing.

Iran Vows Retaliation Against US as It Launches More Strikes on Israel

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Tehran, Iran – Iran has vowed a decisive response to the United States following Sunday’s airstrikes on its Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear sites. As tensions spike in the region, Iran launched a fresh wave of drone and missile attacks on Israel, with explosions reported in Ashdod, Lachish, and several other areas. Iran’s military leaders say the US has now fully entered the conflict. General Abdolrahim Mousavi accused Washington of violating Iran’s sovereignty and warned of further retaliation. Meanwhile, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Iran’s retaliatory efforts, said the attacks on Iran were designed to prop up a “dying Zionist regime,” adding that Tehran will expand its range of legitimate targets. Israel responded with extensive air raids across Iran, striking airports, missile storage sites, and even central Tehran. Key sites hit included Mehrabad Airport, parts of Shahid Beheshti University, and a technical facility used for live TV broadcasting. Over 400 Iranians, mostly civilians, have been killed in the escalating conflict, according to Iran’s health ministry. Following US President Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear sites were “obliterated,” Iranian officials warned they may target American military bases and are debating exiting the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Lawmakers have signalled support for suspending ties with the IAEA, pending a decision by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.

At Least 10 Killed in Massive Russian Missile and Drone Attack on Kyiv

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Kyiv, Ukraine – A large-scale Russian missile and drone assault on Ukraine’s capital and surrounding areas killed at least 10 people and wounded dozens more early Monday, in one of the deadliest attacks on Kyiv in recent weeks, officials said. According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia launched 352 drones and decoys, 11 ballistic missiles, and 5 cruise missiles overnight. While most were intercepted or jammed, several projectiles struck residential buildings, hospitals, and even a metro station entrance being used as a bomb shelter. The head of Kyiv’s military administration, Tymur Tkachenko, described the attack as another “massive” and deliberate strike on civilian areas. “The Russians’ style is unchanged – to hit where there may be people,” he said, confirming damage across six of Kyiv’s 10 districts and ongoing rescue operations under rubble. Separate strikes in other regions also caused casualties. In Chernihiv, a drone attack killed two and wounded ten, including children. In Bila Tserkva, southwest of Kyiv, one person was killed and eight injured. Ukrainian authorities fear more casualties may be found as search efforts continue.

Nigeria Ranks 7th in World for Kindness to Strangers — UN Happiness Report

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Nigeria has been ranked the 7th friendliest country to strangers in the world, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report released by the United Nations in partnership with the University of Oxford’s Wellbeing Research Centre and Gallup. The report assesses 147 countries based on overall life satisfaction and prosocial behaviours, such as volunteering, helping others, and charitable giving. Despite its strong showing in informal generosity, Nigeria ranked 105th overall in happiness, indicating low levels of life satisfaction due to poor institutional trust, economic challenges, and systemic shortcomings. The report pointed out a common pattern in several African countries: a wide gap between spontaneous personal kindness and confidence in public systems. Data on trust showed Nigeria ranking 33rd in likelihood of a lost wallet being returned by a stranger, but falling to 71st if found by a neighbour, and a dismal 126th if found by the police. The report concluded that in countries with fragile institutions, “helping strangers likely becomes the most direct and effective form of benevolence.” Nigeria also placed 45th globally in charitable donations, reflecting a strong culture of direct, person-to-person support over structured giving through institutions. Other countries with similar patterns of informal generosity include Jamaica, Liberia, Kenya, Sierra Leone, and Venezuela, all of which made the top 10 for friendliness to strangers.

Nwaoboshi’s Defection to APC Rooted in Power Struggle with Okowa

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Former Delta North Senator, Peter Nwaoboshi, popularly known as “Oracle,” joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2021 amid fears that then-Governor Ifeanyi Okowa was plotting a return to the Senate in 2023. Nwaoboshi, once a key ally of Okowa during the 2014 PDP primaries, sensed political danger if he remained in the PDP. Despite their past collaboration, the two politicians had a history of being in opposing camps. In 2011, as PDP chairman in Delta State, Nwaoboshi supported Mariam Alli over Okowa for the Delta North Senate seat. Okowa would eventually win that race and serve from 2011 to 2015 before becoming governor. After Nwaoboshi decamped to the APC, the PDP suspended him, citing repeated public attacks on Okowa. Ironically, Okowa did not contest the Senate seat in 2023, having been picked as the PDP vice-presidential candidate alongside Atiku Abubakar. Okowa’s absence from the Senate race opened the door for Ned Nwoko, who received the governor’s blessing to vie for the Delta North senatorial seat on the PDP platform—an opportunity that reshaped Delta North politics. Read Also: Legal Troubles Derail Nwaoboshi’s 2023 Senate Ambition Senator Nwaoboshi was considered a formidable candidate for a third Senate term until legal troubles stemming from a loan transaction upended his plans. In 2022, the Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal convicted him on charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The case, centered on a business loan and the alleged fraudulent purchase of a Delta State property, led to a seven-year prison sentence. This conviction effectively removed Nwaoboshi from the 2023 election scene. While he maintained his innocence, the timing proved politically fatal. It wasn’t until after the election that the Supreme Court overturned the conviction, ruling that the EFCC had no jurisdiction in the civil matter and that Nwaoboshi had been wrongfully prosecuted. The court described his conviction as a violation of his constitutional rights. By then, however, Ned Nwoko had already secured the Senate seat, while Nwaoboshi was serving time. His arrest and subsequent incarceration ensured he could not contest or campaign effectively, leaving his political rivals with an open field.

Iran Calls for UN Security Council Meeting Over US Strikes

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago01 mins

Iran’s UN delegation has officially requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council to address the U.S. military strikes. In a letter submitted Sunday, Iran warned of global consequences if the attack goes unpunished. “Silence in the face of such blatant aggression will plunge the world into an unprecedented level of danger and chaos,” Araghchi warned during remarks in Istanbul. The letter, published by Iranian state media, urged the Council to take immediate steps under the UN Charter to prevent a repeat of what Iran calls a criminal act of war. Iran is hoping to rally international opposition to what it sees as American unilateralism and Israel’s militarism, calling on other nations to condemn the attack and support a return to diplomacy.

Trump Betrayed Voters by Submitting to Israeli Pressure, Iran Says

Fola Badmus3 months ago3 months ago01 mins

Araghchi accused President Trump of betraying not only Iran but also the American people. He said Trump campaigned on promises to end U.S. entanglement in foreign conflicts but had now plunged the country into another war. “He has deceived his own voters by submitting to the wishes of a wanted war criminal,” said Araghchi, referring to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The foreign minister accused Trump of using American lives and resources to serve Israeli interests. Trump’s decision to attack Iran, Araghchi claimed, contradicts his prior stance on “forever wars” and exposes a pattern of dishonesty in U.S. foreign policy. He warned that American credibility has been severely damaged. Iran says the strike will have consequences beyond the region, further isolating the United States on the world stage and undermining its claims to democratic values.