Oil marketers have announced that Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), or petrol, from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is priced between N1,015 and N1,028 per litre, depending on the purchase quantity. Marketers indicated plans to import petrol at prices lower than those from Dangote’s refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Data from the Major…
Paul Okoye, known as Rudeboy from the popular Nigerian duo Psquare, has accused his twin brother and former bandmate, Peter Okoye (Mr. P), of using one of his songs without permission. According to Nigerian Tribune, this dispute arises after Psquare’s third breakup earlier this year, with tensions escalating after Mr. P released a new song…
The Federal Government has abolished the controversial 18-year age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions nationwide. The announcement was made by the new Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, who also indicated plans for a broader review of Nigeria’s education policies during his tenure. This decision, expected to impact thousands of prospective students, marks a…
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of menstruation and reproductive capability. The term means “last menstruation” and refers to the absence of a period for a full year, typically occurring between ages 45 and 55. This transition involves significant hormonal shifts due to decreased levels of estrogen and progesterone,…
The Oxford English Dictionary has added “Yahoo boy”, “japa”, “suya”, “agbero” and 16 other Nigerian words to its updated version. Kingsley Ugwuanyi, a Nigerian consultant for the OED, whose contributions led to the addition of the Nigerian slang, took to X and LinkedIn to express his excitement on Tuesday. “I’m thrilled to announce that the…
When your father is hailed as one of the greatest footballers in history, it’s not surprising if you decide to follow in his footsteps. That seems to be the path for Thiago Messi, the 12-year-old son of eight-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi. Thiago took to the field for Inter Miami’s under-13 team on Monday…
Despite the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recent directive urging Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) to address the persistent cash scarcity, investigations by Sunday PUNCH reveal that cash shortages continue to plague many parts of the country. In a circular issued on November 29 and signed by Acting Directors Solaja Olayemi (Currency Operations) and Isa-Olatinwo Aisha…
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq conducted multiple drone strikes on Friday, targeting significant sites within Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. The operation consisted of four attacks on what the group identified as “vital targets.” According to Qatar’s Al Jazeera, three strikes took place in southern occupied Palestine, while the fourth targeted the Golan Heights. Reports from MERH…
Nico Williams continues to attract significant interest in the transfer market, with numerous top European clubs monitoring the Athletic Club winger. Recently, Manchester United has reportedly joined the race, eyeing the 22-year-old as a potential replacement should they part ways with Marcus Rashford. Aston Villa has also been strongly linked with a move for the…
Syrian Prime Minister Mohammad Ghazi Al-Jalali was reportedly detained by rebel forces in Damascus on Sunday, as video footage showed him being escorted by armed men. According to Vanguard, the footage depicted Al-Jalali descending a staircase surrounded by rebels before entering a black SUV with another unidentified individual. The rebels, identified as members of the…
