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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended its “no pay, no service” policy previously imposed on airlines owing statutory fees, citing the need to maintain stability in the aviation sector. The regulatory body explained that the decision came after reviewing the current challenges facing the industry, especially the soaring cost of aviation fuel and its impact on airline operations. The suspension applies to domestic carriers that were earlier listed for failing to remit required charges. The NCAA, however, clarified that the suspension does not erase the debts owed by the airlines, stressing that operators are still obligated to…

The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has risen sharply across Nigeria as increasing import expenses and limited supply continue to push retail prices higher. Market surveys reveal that Lagos currently records the steepest increases, with cooking gas selling for as much as N2,000 per kilogramme in some areas. Other cities, including Abuja, Kano, Bida, and Port Harcourt, are also experiencing steady price hikes. According to marketers and depot operators, many importers have either reduced or suspended LPG imports because of high landing costs and foreign exchange challenges. This has tightened supply nationwide and…

Opposition political parties in Nigeria are stepping up discussions and strategic consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections as they seek to form a strong alliance capable of challenging President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress. The National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, Yusuf Dantalle, revealed that political parties are actively exploring partnerships and alliances, even as preparations for party primaries and candidate nominations continue. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Dantalle explained that negotiations among opposition parties could persist even after presidential candidates have emerged. He noted that Nigeria’s political landscape allows parties to collaborate based…

The Nigeria Football Federation has hailed several Nigerian stars who clinched league and cup titles with their clubs across Europe during the just-concluded season. NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, commended the players for their outstanding performances, describing their achievements as a reflection of their talent, consistency and professionalism. According to Gusau, the success of Nigerian players abroad is encouraging and serves as a positive sign for the national teams ahead of future international competitions. Among the standout performers was Victor Osimhen, who inspired Galatasaray to the Turkish Super Lig title with a series of impressive displays throughout the campaign.…

On the twenty-third of September, In the year two thousand and twenty-five, My phone rang like a funeral bell, Yet the caller said, “Please come alive.” They said the State had written my name Inside a petition dressed in blame, Mis-information Commissioner Declan Emelumba had lifted his pen, And suddenly, my keyboard became a den. Cyber bullying, they called the matter, As if truth had grown teeth to chatter, As if words, when they bite the throne, Must be arrested, caged, and thrown. So I wore my innocence like native wear, Combed my…

Oil prices declined on Monday while Asian stock markets posted gains amid growing optimism that the United States and Iran could soon reach an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil transit route. Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate both fell by nearly five percent, trading at $99.41 and $92.49 per barrel respectively. The potential breakthrough follows months of conflict in the Middle East, which began in late February and triggered sharp increases in energy prices and global inflation concerns. Despite signs of progress, negotiations between Washington and Tehran still face several unresolved issues, reducing expectations…

Fresh revelations have surfaced regarding the gruesome killing of Wendy Achumba, a student of the College of Nursing, Obowo, after one of the principal suspects, Onyema Okonkwo, was arrested in Imo State. According to reports, Okonkwo was captured by vigilant youths in the Umuadara community of Obowo Local Government Area following an investigation coordinated by youth leader Chidiebere Iweajunwa. His arrest reportedly came after a video circulated online showing him making confessional statements linked to the crime. Sources within the community said the victim was alone in her apartment at the time of the attack because her two roommates had…

Arsenal are poised to receive a huge financial boost after ending their 22-year wait for the Premier League title. According to a report by Metro Sport on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the North London club are expected to pocket more than £50 million in merit payments once the Premier League confirms its official financial distributions this summer. Under manager Mikel Arteta, Arsenal successfully held off Manchester City in a dramatic title race, securing top spot after City dropped crucial points late in the season. Premier League prize money is calculated through multiple revenue streams, including equal share payments, commercial…

Romuald Wadagni has officially assumed office as the new president of Benin, succeeding his former boss and predecessor, Patrice Talon, after winning the April 12 presidential election with 94 percent of the vote. The 49-year-old economist, widely regarded as a technocrat and a symbol of continuity from Talon’s administration, pledged during his inauguration in Cotonou to lead the country with integrity, courage, and commitment. Wadagni, who served for a decade as finance minister, inherits a nation that has recorded strong economic growth over the past ten years but still faces deep inequality and rising insecurity in its northern region…

The Anambra State Government has begun the distribution of Lenacapavir (LEN PrEP), a long-acting injectable drug aimed at preventing HIV infection, in a major step toward reducing new HIV cases across the state. The rollout, described by health officials as a significant breakthrough in the fight against HIV/AIDS, introduces a more convenient prevention option for people at risk of infection. Unlike daily preventive pills, LEN PrEP is administered only twice a year. The free medication is currently available at selected health facilities, including Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Federal Medical Centre, the Trauma Centre in Oba, and Comprehensive…