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NUPENG Denies Smuggling, Blackmail Claims, Labels Depot Scandal “Pure Propaganda

September 15, 2025 (updated September 15, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

By Adamu Aliyu The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has dismissed as false and malicious recent allegations circulating on social media that its officials are involved in petroleum smuggling, illegal levies, and sabotage of government refineries. In a circular to members, the union described the claims as a “coordinated campaign of blackmail, distortion of facts, and... Read more

Kidnapping Attacks: Brigade Commander, 22 Brigade visits Kwara, Reassures Residents of Peace, troops deployment

September 14, 2025 (updated September 14, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

The Army has said that the Commander, 22 Armoured Brigade, Brigadier General Ezra Barkins, in company of the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, and the Director, Department of State Services (DSS), Kwara State Command, Mr Michael Oganwu, have paid operational visits to Omu-Aran in Ifelodun and Isin Local Government Areas of Kwara State to reassure residents of... Read more

Deputy Speaker, meets Nigerians at Harvard, canvases support for Presidential economic reforms

September 14, 2025 (updated September 14, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerians to fully support the various economic reforms being implemented under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He equally urged the people to give their backing to the reserved seats bill that is currently before the national assembly. Kalu made the appeals when he met... Read more

INEC Fixes Election Dates Till 2063, Moves to End Years of Logistical Chaos

September 14, 2025 (updated September 14, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

By James Daniel In a landmark decision aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s democracy, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced fixed dates for the country’s general elections for the next 40 years. Under the new schedule, Presidential and National Assembly elections will hold every third Saturday in February, while Governorship and State Assembly elections will follow two weeks later. The... Read more

Insecurity: Man O’ War calls for collective effort in securing schools

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

Insecurity: Man O’ War Commander calls for collective effort in securing schools The National Commander of Man O’ War in Nigeria, Prince Adedamola Gbenga Emmanuel, has called for more collective effort in securing Nigeria's schools. He urged Nigerians to view security as a collective responsibility, stressing that citizens must work hand-in-hand with government and security agencies to ensure the safety... Read more

Natasha: Labour Party demands Kogi Senator’s immediate reinstatement

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

Natasha: Labour Party demands Kogi Senator’s immediate reinstatementThe Labour Party (LP) has demanded for the immediate reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti- Uduaghan after the expiration of her six-month suspension, citing democratic principles and her constituents' rights. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Tony Akeni, said this in a statement in Abuja, on Saturday. According to him, the party was made... Read more

Oyo Govt Bans ‘Sign-Out’ Celebrations, Reaffirms Phone Ban in Schools

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

The Oyo State Government has banned “sign-out” celebrations by graduating students in both public and private schools, citing rising cases of misconduct, violence, and public disorder linked to the practice. The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Mr. Olusegun Olayiwola, announced the decision during the 2025/2026 pre-resumption meeting with public secondary school principals at Lagelu Grammar School, Ibadan. He also... Read more

Police Launch Manhunt for Hoodlums in Akwa Ibom

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recovered the remains of a cow allegedly butchered by hoodlums who attacked a herder in Etoi Village, Uyo Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, confirmed in a statement on Saturday that operatives are trailing the suspects responsible for the attack and theft. According to John, officers responded to a distress call... Read more

N5.7bn School Project Scandal: Court Grants EFCC Order to Detain Sujimoto CEO

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

N5.7bn School Project Scandal: Court Grants EFCC Order to Detain Sujimoto CEO The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has obtained a court order to detain the Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Sijibomi Ogundele, over allegations of failing to execute a ₦5.7 billion contract awarded to his company. Ogundele is under investigation for allegedly abandoning the construction... Read more

Air Peace crew, NSIB clash over drug, alcohol test result

September 13, 2025 (updated September 13, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

A dispute has erupted between Air Peace crew members and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) over test results alleging drug and alcohol use following the airline’s runway incident in Port Harcourt. Cabin crew member, Victory Maduneme, strongly denied testing positive for alcohol and cannabis, describing the NSIB’s preliminary report as a smear campaign against the airline. Speaking on Arise TV,... Read more

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