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Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price to ₦1,200 After Global Oil Drop

Dangote refinery petrol price cut has reduced pump prices to ₦1,200 following a dip in global crude oil markets. The adjustment signals a shift in Nigeria’s fuel pricing structure, as easing geopolitical tensions reshape supply expectations. The move carries direct implications for consumers, transport costs, and inflation pressure across the country’s fragile economic landscape.

ADC Protest at INEC: Opposition Leaders Demand Chairman Joseph Amupitan’s Removal as Democracy Tensions Escalate

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ADC protest INEC chairman removal demands have intensified in Abuja as opposition leaders stormed the electoral commission headquarters, accusing it of partisanship and democratic interference. The protest, backed by major political figures, signals a widening institutional confrontation that could shape opposition unity and influence Nigeria’s political trajectory ahead of the 2027 elections.

Kompany says Bayern have earned the right to be confident after win at Real Madrid

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany says his side have earned the right to feel confident after their 2-1 away win over Real Madrid in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final.

NPFL Matchday 33 tightens continental race as Ikorodu slip and Abia push on

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

NPFL Matchday 33 sharpened the race for continental places as Plateau United crushed Ikorodu City 4-1 and Abia Warriors beat Bayelsa United 1-0. The results damaged Ikorodu’s title push, lifted Plateau further from danger, and kept Abia within striking distance with five rounds left in a tightening run-in that now carries title, continental and relegation pressure.

Inter Lagos promotion to NPFL could reshape the Lagos football map

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Inter Lagos have secured promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League after a 1-1 draw with Smart City FC, but the bigger story is what that rise could mean for Lagos football. Founded in 2023, the club have moved quickly from a new project to a top-flight side, and their arrival could deepen the city’s presence, energy and local-club identity in the NPFL.

Arbeloa blames errors and refereeing as Real Madrid fall to Bayern in first leg

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Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa says key mistakes and disputed officiating decisions shaped his side’s 2-1 home loss to Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

Minnesota United deny James Rodriguez illness rumours after hospital stay

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Minnesota United have shut down rumours around James Rodriguez after the Colombian midfielder returned to the club following treatment for severe dehydration. The MLS side said there was no evidence to support claims of rhabdomyolysis and confirmed he has started a supervised return-to-activity session.

Arne Slot faces growing pressure as Liverpool head to PSG for defining test

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Arne Slot heads into Liverpool’s Champions League quarter-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain under growing pressure after a bruising run of results. Liverpool are fifth in the Premier League, have lost 15 matches in all competitions this season, and arrive in Paris after a 4-0 FA Cup defeat to Manchester City that deepened doubts around the team’s form and fight.

Harry Maguire contract extension seals Manchester United trust after long road back

Noble Onyeagoro1 month ago1 month ago0

Harry Maguire has signed a new Manchester United deal until 2027, with an option for another year, in a move that confirms his recovery from one of the hardest stretches of his Old Trafford career. The extension is more than paperwork. It is a club-level verdict on resilience, trust, leadership and renewed squad importance under Michael Carrick.

Atiku’s $1.2m US Lobbying Push Triggers Foreign Influence Debate Ahead of 2027

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Atiku US lobbying has triggered scrutiny after disclosures revealed over $1.2 million spent on lobbying efforts in the United States, raising questions about foreign influence and political positioning ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The development has sparked debate over global strategy, domestic perception, and how international engagement shapes Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.