FG Begins Payment of Second Tranche of N35,000 Wage Award to Civil Servants
The Federal Government has commenced payment of the second tranche of the N35,000 wage award arrears to civil servants. In a statement on Friday in Abuja, the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation confirmed the disbursement, noting it is part of the outstanding award introduced to cushion the impact of economic reforms on public sector employees.
WAEC Reviews 2025 WASSCE Results, 62.96% Secure Five Credits Including English and Maths
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has revised the results of the 2025 WASSCE released earlier in the week. Head of National Office (Nigeria), Dr Amos Dangut, said on Friday in Lagos that 62.96% of candidates obtained credits in at least five subjects, including English and Mathematics, after the review.
K1 De Ultimate Apologises Over Airport Incident, Denies Alcohol Possession
Fuji music icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as K1 De Ultimate, has apologised for the August 5 airport incident involving him and ValueJet crew. In a statement on Friday, he expressed regret, insisting the flask he carried contained only water due to chronic dehydration, not alcohol.
NNPCL Sacks Pump Attendant, Suspends Manager Over Ikorodu Misconduct
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed a pump attendant, suspended the station manager, and issued a warning to the dealer over misconduct at its Ikorodu, Lagos retail outlet. The company announced the disciplinary measures in a statement on Friday.
ADC Condemns N56m Extortion from Zamfara Farmers, Labels It Sign of Failed State
,The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has decried the reported N56 million extortion of Zamfara farmers by armed groups. In a statement, National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi said farmers paying terrorists to access their farmlands is a warning sign for national security.
Omoyele Sowore Released from Police Custody After Two Days Detention
Human rights activist and 2023 presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has been released from police custody after two days. Sowore was detained at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, since Wednesday following two petitions filed against him. He confirmed his release via Facebook on Friday.
Dangote Refinery Denies Shutdown, Says 40m Litres of Petrol Supplied Daily
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has refuted claims of a production halt, stating it continues to supply 40 million litres of petrol daily. Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer Anthony Chiejina issued the denial in a Friday statement, dismissing reports of suspended truck loading.
Bandits Kill Pastor, Two Others in Plateau Villages Attack
Bandits attacked Suwa and Ding’ak villages in Mushere chiefdom, Bokkos LGA, Plateau State, on Friday afternoon, killing three people, including a pastor. The incident reportedly occurred between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Police Arrest Suspected Ritualist, Recover Firearm in Akwa Ibom
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested suspected ritualist Cletus Bassey and recovered a firearm at his shrine in Nung Oku Village, Uruan LGA. DSP Timfon John said the arrest took place on July 29 at about 7 p.m.
Former Abia Deputy Governor Ude Oko-Chukwu Resigns from PDP
Chief Ude Oko-Chukwu, immediate past Deputy Governor of Abia State, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party. In a resignation letter addressed to his ward chairman, Oko-Chukwu cited personal reasons for leaving the party.
PDP Warns Members Endorsing Tinubu, Labels Act Anti-Party
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has warned members endorsing President Bola Tinubu for re-election in 2027 to desist or face sanctions. The party’s NWC said such acts threaten its unity and urged focus on the November national convention in Ibadan.
Kachikwu Alleges Jonathan Offered Obi Ministerial Slot to Quit 2027 Race
ADC’s Dumebi Kachikwu has alleged that ex-President Goodluck Jonathan offered Peter Obi a ministerial position to step down from the 2027 presidential race. Kachikwu claimed northern elites recruited Jonathan to weaken the South’s chances.
Bwala Says Tinubu Outperformed PDP’s First Eight Years in Two Years
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has asserted that President Bola Tinubu has achieved more in two years than the PDP did in its first eight years. He cited economic, security, and governance improvements despite inherited challenges.
NNPCL Hikes Petrol Price to ₦945 Per Litre Nationwide
The NNPCL has raised petrol prices to ₦945 per litre at its retail outlets, marking the second increase in four days. IPMAN chairman Abubakar Maigandi confirmed the adjustment on Friday morning.
Visa Ban May Prevent Chioma’s Parents from Attending Miami Wedding
Chioma Rowland, wife of singer Davido, may be without her parents and sister at her Miami wedding due to a five-year US visa ban. Reports say they overstayed during a 2024 visit, leading to the ban.
Kate Henshaw Slams Aviation Safety Breach in K1 De Ultimate Airport Incident
Actress Kate Henshaw has criticised authorities over K1 De Ultimate’s proximity to a moving aircraft during the August 5 incident. She described it as a breach of safety that would not be allowed for ordinary Nigerians.
Chelsea Releases 2025/26 Premier League Squad Numbers
Chelsea FC has announced squad numbers for the 2025/26 season ahead of a friendly with Bayer Leverkusen. New signing Jorrel Hato takes number 21, Pedro Neto number 7, Liam Delap number 9, and Estevao number 41.