IDNN, Author at Independent Digital News Network

15% Fuel Import Duty Sparks Economic Shockwave — Marketers Warn of Price Surge, Otedola Backs Tinubu Policy

Nigeria’s 15% import duty on petrol and diesel has ignited fierce debate across the energy sector. While billionaire investor Femi Otedola applauds the move as a shield for local refiners, independent marketers warn it could send pump prices above ₦1,000 per litre. The presidency insists the measure will stabilise the market and boost energy security.

Trump Threatens “Guns-A-Blazing” Intervention in Nigeria — Tinubu, Dabiri, Obi Push Back on Persecution Claim

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Donald Trump’s call for a possible U.S. military strike over alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria has triggered swift backlash from President Tinubu, Abike Dabiri-Erewa and Peter Obi. Nigerian officials dismissed the claim as political theatre tied to U.S. evangelical lobbying, insisting Nigeria remains committed to religious freedom and constitutional democracy.

Protest Rocks PDP Secretariat as Wike Faction Seizes Control — Damagum Ousted Amid Power Struggle

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Chaos erupted at Wadata Plaza on Monday as Nyesom Wike’s loyalists stormed the PDP national secretariat, installing Mohammed Abdulrahman as acting chairman. The move deepens the opposition’s crisis, displacing Umar Damagum’s leadership and signalling a full-scale takeover by the Wike bloc. Security operatives intervened as the party teetered on the edge of open fracture.

🎭 Afrobeats Meets Hollywood — Nigerian Sounds Now Fuel Global Film Scores

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

From Black Panther to Bad Boys 4, Nigerian Afrobeats rhythms are now driving global movie scores, signaling a cultural takeover powered by Lagos producers and diaspora collaborations

NPFL Round-Up — Enyimba Back to Winning Ways as Abia Warriors Go Top

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Enyimba ended their five-game winless run with a 2–0 victory over Kano Pillars in Aba, easing pressure on coach Stanley Eguma, while Abia Warriors climbed to the top of the NPFL table.

Sylva Raid Fallout — Niger Delta Leaders Rally Behind NDDC Boss Ogbuku

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

Tension After Raid on Sylva’s Home The October 25 raid on former Minister of State for Petroleum Timipre Sylva’s Abuja residence continues to ripple through...

NDLEA Busts Lagos Drug Lab, Arrests Musician ‘Steady Boy’

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The NDLEA has uncovered an illicit drug laboratory in Lagos and arrested upcoming musician Steady Boy over his attempt to receive 77kg of imported Loud from the United States for a criminal syndicate.

Resident Doctors Strike Deepens — Hospitals Paralyzed Nationwide

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Hospitals across Nigeria remain crippled as the strike by the National Association of Resident Doctors enters its second week. The group insists the government has underpaid and ignored key welfare demands despite announcing a ₦11.9 billion release.

Tinubu Not Meeting Trump’s Vice — Presidency Dismisses SaharaReporters Claim

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The Presidency has debunked a report alleging that President Bola Tinubu is travelling to the United States to meet with “Trump’s Vice,” calling it fake news fabricated to mislead the public and stir online controversy.

The Tariff Gamble — Inside Tinubu’s 15% Fuel Import Duty and the War for Nigeria’s Refining Future

IDNN3 months ago3 months ago0

The Federal Government’s approval of a 15% import tariff on petrol and diesel is reshaping Nigeria’s oil market. Beyond the headlines lies a calculated economic gamble to fortify local refining, restore forex stability, and tilt power away from foreign traders