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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed a new price regime for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), so Nigerians should prepare for tougher times. The revised pricing structure was verified by NNPCL in a release from its Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Garba Deen Muhammad, dated May 31, 2023. It was claimed in the press release titled "Adjustment In Pump Price Of PMS" that the change in the price of petrol at the pump was consistent with the status of the market at the time. The NNPCL stated that prices "will continue to fluctuate in order to reflect market dynamics" and was unable to guarantee the stability of the new price regime for PMS. However, it pledged to make every effort to deliver high-quality service and continuous supply to petroleum product end users. “NNPC Limited wishes to inform our esteemed customers that we have adjusted our pump prices of PMS across our retail outlets, in line with current market realities. “As we str

Second term: SWEGOP congratulates Makinde, hails appointment of Sulaimon Olanrewaju as CPS The South West Group of Online Publishers (SWEGOP) has congratulated the Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde over his second term inauguration. SWEGOP in a statement, on Tuesday by the Chairman, Mr Olayinka Agboola and the Public Relations Officer, Mr Remi Oladoye also hailed the appointment of Mr Sulaimon Olanrewaju as the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor. The group also congratulated President Bola Tinubu and other governors in the South West over their inaugurations. The group urged the people of the state and Nigeria at large to support the new governments at both state and federal level.  While calling on the president and governors to fulfill their campaign promises to the people, SWEGOP wished them the very best as they pilot the affairs of the states and country.

Dr. Rahman Adedoyin, the owner of Hilton Hotel, Ile-Ife was on Tuesday sentenced to death by the Chief Judge of Osun state, Justice Oyebola Ojo. Adedoyin, alongside two of his staff, were condemned to death over assassination of a postgraduate student of OAU, Timothy Adegoke. According to the facts of the case presented by the prosecution attorney, Femi Falana, SAN, the hotel owner and two of his employees were found responsible for the unlawful killing of the deceased and a conspiracy to commit murder, the Chief Judge stated in her ongoing ruling. Timothy Adegoke Oluwadamilare was reportedly killed at Hilton Hotel, Ile Ife when he lodged at the facility on November 5, 2021.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has described the blockage of its Lagos office by the Department of State Services (DSS) as shocking. DSS on Tuesday morning barricaded entrance of No.15 Awolowo Road, Ikoyi office of the anti-graft agency with armQoured personnel carriers. Thereby denying officials of the Commission entry into the premises. Responding to the incidence EFCC described the development as shocking giving the fact that the Commission has cohabited with the DSS in that facility for 20 years without incident.  "By denying operatives access to their offices, the Commission’s operations at its largest hub with over 500 personnel, hundreds of exhibits, and many suspects in detention have been disrupted.  "Cases scheduled for court hearing today have been aborted, while many suspects who had been invited for questioning are left unattended.   "Even more alarming is that suspects in detention are left without care with grave implications for their

The Oyo state police command has recovered weapons and ammunition from the apartment of the sacked chairman of Park Management System (PMS), Mukaila Lamidi, popularly known as Auxiliary. A source, while confirming the development on Tuesday, May 30, said that the ammunition were discovered after some police operatives stormed Auxiliary's residence in Ibadan, Oyo state capital. He added that Auxiliary was able to escape, however, some of his loyalists who were in the building were arrested by the police. Meanwhile, security operatives have been reinforced to the metropolis at the time of filing this report.

The supreme court has dismissed the suit seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as presidential and vice-presidential candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC). A five-member panel of the supreme court, led by Justice Adamu Jauro, on Friday, May 26, held that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lacked the locus standi to institute the suit. Justice Jauro added that the main opposition party acted as meddlesome interloper and a busy body in the case. It is pertinent to note that the PDP claimed that Shettima's nomination as Tinubu's running mate was in breach of the provisions of sections 29(1), 33, 35, and 84(1)(2) of the Electoral Act, 2022. The opposition party argued that Shettima's nomination to contest the position of vice- president and Borno central senatorial seat, at same time, contravened the law.

Dej are Adegbenro, a popular socialite, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The businessman who is a grandson to late politician, Pa Alfred Rewane was declared wanted for fraud. According to a statement by the commission, Adegbenro whose picture was posted on the website of EFCC is wanted for criminal breach of trust, obtaining money under false pretenses, issuing dud cheque among many other offences. Adegbenro, a fun lover recently celebrated his 50th birthday. A source hinted that Dejare couldn’t celebrate his birthday as he would have loved because of the financial issue hanging on his neck. "Unlike him, he opted for a low-key celebration for fear of the unknown", revealed the source. Credit: papermacheonline

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president and PDP candidate, said on Tuesday he wasn't concerned that Asiwaju Bola Tinubu would be sworn in as president on May 29 before petitions to overturn his election results are resolved. Atiku expressed optimism that he would successfully defend his election in court despite the fact that he is now contesting Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress, APC, as the legitimate victor of the presidential election that took place on February 25. Speaking through his lead attorney, Chief Chris Uche, SAN, not long after the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, in Abuja, consolidated his petition with those filed by candidates for the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, and the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, Atiku, Tinubu insisted that the court has the authority to remove him from office even after the oath of office. The PDP candidate, through his legal team, stated: "I have been asked about May 29, I want to assure people that swearing in i

The trial of Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has been postponed to Wednesday in the Chief Magistrates Court in Yaba, Lagos State, presided over by Adeola Olatubosun. After the magistrate excused herself from court, SaharaReporters was informed that the meeting could not proceed. “Seun has been taken back to the state Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, Panti,” a source at the court said. “The court sitting has been adjourned till tomorrow; the magistrate is not around.” SaharaReporters on Monday reported that the Nigeria Police Force, Lagos State command, was plotting to ensure that Kuti was taken to the Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Ogun State, to certify that he is “mentally sick.” Prior to the leadership convincing the magistrate to change her decision and comply with their wishes, SaharaReporters had claimed that Seun Kuti had refused to provide blood samples to the police for medical testing. The Afrobeat musician is being taken by the police to the Neurops

The Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, May 22, re-arraigned one Oluremi Phillips for an alleged N57, 690,000 fraud before Justice I.O. Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja. Philips was previously standing trial before Justice S.O. Solebo of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, following her arraignment on January 27, 2022. However, the trial could not be concluded before the retirement of Justice Solebo in November 2022, a development that resulted in the re-assigning of the case file to Justice Ijelu. Philips was re-arraigned alongside her company, Omritas Energy Limited, on a five-count charge bordering on stealing and issuance of dud cheques to the tune of N57, 690,000. The defendant, again, pleaded "not guilty" to all the counts preferred against her. In view of her plea, the prosecution counsel, T.J. Banjo, asked the Court for a trial date and further prayed the Judge to order the remand of

Prince Adewale Adeyemo, a renowned Yoruba actor, passed away on Monday morning after a brief illness. A fellow actor, Kunle Afod, revealed the information on his Instagram page. Afod posted a photo of the deceased and said, "Hmmmm God you know best RIP Prince Adewale Adeyemo. After a brief illness, he passed away in the early morning hours of today. All of his loved ones, friends, and coworkers will find solace in God. This occurs shortly after a night of remembrance for the late Murphy Afolabi, who passed away on May 14, 2023, was hosted by the Yoruba film industry.

Tunde Kelani, a popular Nigerian firmmaker, has responded to his colleague, Kareem Adepoju (Baba Wande) over a fraud allegation raised against his personality. Baba Wande, in a recent interview, had accused Kelani of defrauding him over the returns from legendary Yoruba movie, ‘Ti Oluwa nile’ which was a big hit back in the day. Responding to the allegation however, Kelani, the director of Saworoide and Agogo Ewo, said he never defrauded Baba Wande and that the film didn’t make as much money as some have reported. He said; “He was not accusing me; I think he was stating his own case and complaining about a project that happened over 20 years ago. "I think he is not saying that I didn’t pay him; he is probably saying that the money was not enough. When I heard that, I asked the office to start dusting some papers and I think they found some vouchers, at least we are still looking for 2003 record. “But, the vouchers they found already showed that he was paid over N300,000 that time.

The UK is about to reveal new limitations that would likely prevent students from Nigeria and other countries studying in the UK from bringing their family with them. The announcement of this crackdown will be made this week, according to an exclusive report by The Sun UK. All master's students and many other post-graduates will be prohibited from inviting family members over as a result of the crackdown. Although PhD students' studies often run between three and five years and need a high level of skill, the prohibition will not apply to them, according to the UK Media House. This follows the reports that net migration into the UK has skyrocketed to 1 million with Tory MPs asking the Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, “to get a grip on the rocketing numbers.” To get a hold of the climbing numbers, UK ministers are said to be expected to announce the immigration clampdown on Tuesday or Wednesday. The Sun reports that “Rishi Sunak is expected to come out fighting on immigration – poin

Soji Adesida, a popular Ondo born prince, would be buried on Friday 26 May, 2023. The former Assistant Governor of Ibadan Rotary Club passed away 28 April, 2023. He was aged 65.  Adesida was allegedly pushed to death by a member of the Oodua People's Congress (OPC) while trying to settle a dispute between the vigilante man and his girlfriend. The sad incident, according to report, occured at a funeral in Akure, the capital city of Ondo state. Rafiu Akinwale, the OPC member, who also came to the funeral, was reportedly beating his girlfriend over an accusation that she was exchanging phone numbers with another man. It was gathered that an attempt by Adesida to prevent Akinwale from beating the girlfriend did not go down well with the OPC member, who out of anger, reportedly pushed the prince. He was said to have slumped and later confirmed dead at the hospital he was rushed to. Adesida, popularly known as Stag in his lifetime, was a pastor and a businessman. He was into supply of ag

Turbulent anger of Obidients landed on Lamidi Apapa last week. By the time their anger petered out, Apapa had lost his cap to a God-knows-who. Esu Elegbara, the trickster deity of the Yoruba people, it will seem, lives in caps. Though most of the exploits of Esu exist in myths, Yoruba constructed a pantheon of beliefs that implicate the Esu as divisive and full of tricks. One of such, sauced in mythology, was translated into a very sobering track by ace Yoruba Awurebe musician, Alhaji Dauda Akanmu Adeeyo, popularly known as Dauda Epo Akara. Famous for his anecdotal offerings affixed to virtually all his songs, Adeeyo got this sobriquet, for which he was more known by than his actual name, while he was a pupil in primary school. His uniforms were always soaked in bean cake oil called Epo Akara. The Ibadan maestro entitled the track under reference Itan Ore Meji – the tale of two friends – in a parent album he called My Mother. Like Epo Akara, in 1987, Donald Cosentino, a lecturer in the

The ninth edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA), which celebrated the best in African cinema, was presented on Saturday. Miss Universe 2019 from South Africa, Zozi Tunzi, and media host broadcaster Ik Osakioduwa were the hosts for the event, which took place at the Eko Hotel Convention Hall on Victoria Island, Lagos. With four red carpet hosts-Toke Makinwa, Uti Nwachukwu, Sika Osei, and VJ Adams-the first portion of the main event had already begun in style. The renowned award kicked off at precisely 7 o'clock in the evening with an electrifying cultural show for the audience. Multichoice's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Ugbe, reaffirmed the company's dedication to recognizing artists in the creative sector. He stated, "Rewarding the best in the continent, inspiring filmmakers to deliver top-notch entertainment to our viewers' homes." The night began well for the Kunle Afolayan's film Anikulapo, which took home five trophies at thi

Taoviq Olatunji, an Ibadan based businessman, has narrated how he almost died in the hands of a United States returnee, whose name was given as Omotoyosi Adebayo. Olatunji had gone to a hotel (Harrington Inn) around Old Bódìjà area of Ibadan for a party on the evening of Saturday, 14th May when trouble broke out between the US returnee and one other guest. According to Olatunji, he was only trying to make peace when Mr Adebayo attacked him and  instructed his soldier bodyguard to beat him up. Speaking further, the victim disclosed that efforts of other guests to prevent the attack proved futile. The scuffle was reported at the Housing Police Station, Bódìjà, Ibadan after which Olátúnjí went to the hospital for treatment. While police operatives are making frantic efforts to get Adebayo and his bodyguard, there are insinuations that he might have left Nigeria for Texas where he is based.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reacted to $2m bribery allegation raised against its chairman, Abdulraeheed Bawa.  Bello Matawalle, the governor of Zamfara state, had earlier accused the chairman of the anti-graft agency of demanding two million dollars bribe from him. He made the allegation during an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, amid the ongoing rift between the governor and EFCC. The anti-graft agency has however described Matawalle's claims as tactic of a drowning man. "Matawalle's recourse to mudslinging is symptomatic of a drowning man clutching at straws. But despite the irritation of his phantom claims, the Commission will not be drawn into a mud fight with a suspect under its investigation for corruption and unconscionable pillage of the resources of his state. "If Matawalle will be taken seriously, he should go beyond sabre-rattling by spilling the beans - provide concrete evidence as proof of his allegations. "Again, the C

Abdulroheem Muideen Ajao, a self-aclaimed local drug producer, has been apprehended by the  National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo state.  The regulatory agency also closed down Ajao's eight-room,  ramshackle herbal hub that was located behind Periscope Model College, Muslim area of the ancient city. Ajao, who produces illicit herbal goods, was arrested as a result of information the food and drug regulatory agency obtained. The Southwest Director of NAFDAC, Mrs Florence Ajayi, who led her team to the area, revealed that the arrest was made easy through the intelligence report from the people of the community. Ajayi disclosed that as soon as the members of the Muslim Community hinted the agency of the nefarious act, the Surveillance Unit of the NAFDAC swung into action and apprehended the suspect to put an end to production of harmful and illicit drugs. “The community here tipped our agency, made our surveillance for

Jennifer Eliogu, popular Nollywood diva, has revealed why she took a break from her acting profession. The actress revealed this in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, published on Thursday. According to her, she left her acting career to focus on her family, particularly during her children's formative years.  She said, “I wouldn’t have left my children for my career. They were young, and I am a mother hen. I know that prayers answer wherever they are, but you know that in those formative years, they were at an impressionable stage.  “I couldn’t be selfish enough to choose my career over my children. I will never at any point. I will not choose my career over my family. It wasn't so much of choosing, I have made my sacrifice by leaving my career in the first place.  “While I was abroad, I left my career and I was a full-time mother and housewife.”  Credit: thePunch

Otunba Subomi Balogun, a prominent banker and the founder of First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has passed away. The Ijebu-Ode born billionaire died in a London hospital according to a report. He was aged 89. He served as the Christians' Asiwaju and Olori Omo-Oba in Ijebu. Although his family has not yet made the announcement, someone using the Twitter account @Adetutu Balogun tweeted the information.

Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye have been named as cultural ambassadors for National Museum of Unity.  The National Commission for Museums and Monuments, National Museum of Unity, Ibadan honoured the popular twins during the 2023 International Museum Day celebration on Thursday. The twins are the initiators of the famous World Twins Festival and founders of Twins Tourism.  Dr Yemi Farounbi, the former Nigerian Ambassador to Philippines chaired the colourful occasion, held at Oba Alado Awaye Hall of the Museum in Ibadan. In his address at the event themed Museums, Sustainability and Well Being, Farounbi challenged the participating school students to be in-charge of their today as leaders of tomorrow. He urged them not to throw away the cultural values, objects in museum  exhibition is teaching. Farounbi emphatically demonstrated to the participants great lessons the conserved last car of the late Premier of Western Nigeria, Chief Ladoke Akintola can teach them about greatness. Earlier, in h

A Chief Magistrate court sitting in Yaba, Lagos state on Thursday reminded a popular businessman, Abiodun Ejigbadero. Ajigbadero was arraigned over allegations of terrorizing land owners in Alimosho area of the state. Land grabbing, arson and fraud were part of the offences he was alleged of committing. The accused is facing a five-count charge of conspiracy to murder, unlawful possession of firearms, in suit number A/52/2023, and will be remanded in prison pending the Attorney-General's legal advice. The charge reads: "That you, Abiodun Ishola Ejigbadero (M) and others still at large sometimes on or before 13th day of January 2022 at Akowonjo road, Alimosho Lagos, in the Lagos State Magisterial District, did conspire among yourselves to commit felony with assault ocassioning harm and thereby committed an offence punishable under 411 of the criminal law of Lagos State of Nigeria, 2015 The Second charge reads: "That you Abiodun Ishola Ejigbadero, (M), and others at large o

Ad ebo Ogundoyin, the speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and his wife, Olamidun have welcomed a new baby boy on Thursday. The baby is coming a few weeks after the youthful speaker lost his mum, Chief (Mrs) Justina Ogundoyin. Mrs Ogundoyin was one of the windows of the late Eruwa-born business mogul, Chief Adeseun Ogundoyin.  The new baby would be the second child of the couple. Announcing arrival of the baby, the Speaker said, ”My heart is full of joy as my wife has just put to bed. "To God be the glory. It’s another bouncing baby boy. We have another beautiful soul added to our family as a consolation from the Lord. "Just less than two months, our mum bid the world goodbye. We are happy mum is resting with the Lord now but we have another bundle of joy, another precious gift. "Thank you O Lord! My beautiful wife, Olamidun and the beautiful baby are amazingly good. We are super excited at the moment. ”We feel blessed and happy to receive and welcome our little on

Inspector Taiye Atobiloye, a police officer who passed away in a cell at the Kogi State Police Command's "D" Division, displayed signs of assault on his body and had also been starved to death, according to an autopsy that was performed on his remains. According to the postmortem report, the deceased, who had hypertension, had been starved in the cell. According to additional information on the occurrence, Atobiloye was a member of the Oke Onigbin Police Division in Kwara State. However, trouble for him began in April 2023 when he was transferred to Zone 12 in Kogi State for special duty but refused the order. The deceased’s wife, Oluwabukola, said that when her husband’s efforts to stop the deployment failed, Atobiloye travelled to Kogi State to resume but, he was detained for late resumption at the ‘D’ Division. Oluwabukola claimed that, after one week without anyone picking up the numerous calls she made to his telephone line, she heard from another person that, her hu

Bernardo Silva's two goals helped Manchester City defeat Real Madrid 4-0 on Wednesday, giving them a 5-1 victory overall. This effort helped them advance to the Champions League final. In addition to Julian Alvarez's late goal, Eder Militao's own goal put Pep Guardiola's team within three victories of emulating Manchester United's treble from 1998–1999 (three wins).

Not less than 4,000 environmental violators have been arrested by the Oyo State Environmental Task Force, according to the data provided by its Chairman, DCP Ojomo Francis. During the trial of the few offenders in Ibadan on Wednesday, DCP Ojomo said that some of the defendants were ordered to perform community service while others were required to pay fines. DCP Ojomo disclosed that approximately N30 million had been paid into the Oyo State Government's coffers by various offenders during the time under review.  Ojomo, who also serves as the Waste Enforcement Officer, asked people to abide by state environmental regulations. He added that Item 11 of the UN places a high priority on sanitation and a sustainable environment and that doing this will maintain the society's health and sense of neighborliness.  As the TASKFORCE is keeping an eye on everyone, he urged Nigerians, especially those in Oyo State, to pay attention to cleaning their surroundings.  The Director of Civil Prot