Dangote seals US$4.2bn gas deal with China’s GCL Group to power its Ethiopian fertilizer megaproject
Dangote Industries Limited has signed a US$4.2 billion, 25-year natural gas deal with China’s GCL Group to fuel its Ethiopian fertilizer megaproject. The agreement will supply gas to Dangote’s upcoming 3‑million‑tonne‑per‑year urea plant in Gode, Somali Region, set to start operations in 2029. The project, valued at US$2.5 billion, is a joint venture between Dangote […]
National Single Window will fail without necessary infrastructure — Maritime expert
Dr. Segun Musa, Chief Consultant at Global Transport Policy, has warned that Nigeria’s National Single Window (NSW) will fail without proper infrastructure. He described the system as a shell that merely houses agencies and does not automatically improve cargo clearance. According to Musa, simply bringing agencies together under NSW is not enough. For meaningful efficiency, […]
Supreme Court Upholds AMCON’s ₦22 Billion Sale Of Lagos Continental Hotel
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has upheld the sale of Lagos Continental Hotel by the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) for ₦22 billion. The ruling ends a long legal battle with the hotel’s former Indian owner, who challenged the transaction. AMCON had taken control of the hotel after debts tied to the property were […]
23 Confirmed Dead, 146 Injured In Maiduguri Explosions
At least 23 people were killed and 146 others injured in multiple explosions that struck Maiduguri, Borno State, on Monday night. The blasts targeted the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital gate, Monday Market, and Post Office areas of the city. Surajo Abdullahi of NEMA confirmed that 169 victims were evacuated to three hospitals, with 108 […]
Nigerians Among Over 140 Injured After Missile Strike On UAE
A missile attack reportedly launched by Iran on parts of the United Arab Emirates left more than 140 people injured, including several Nigerians living in the country. The strikes caused panic and disruption across affected areas, prompting immediate emergency responses. Authorities confirmed that dozens of foreign nationals were among those hurt, with many treated for […]
Transfer: Onazi moves to Lithuanian club FK Babrungas
Former Ogenyi Onazi has completed a move to Lithuanian second division side FK Babrungas. The 33-year-old midfielder returns to Lithuania, having previously played for FK Žalgiris earlier in his career. Onazi was last registered with Italian Serie D side SSD Città di Acireale before making the transfer. He began his professional career in Italy with […]
Naira extends significant appreciation against US dollar
The Naira continued its rally against the US dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Monday. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the naira strengthened to N1,357.77 per dollar, up from N1,366.23 on Friday. This represents a gain of N8.46 against the dollar at the official rate. Meanwhile, the black market showed […]
Indonesia arrests two French nationals, Italian over alleged porn production
Authorities in Indonesia have arrested two French nationals and one Italian over alleged involvement in producing and sharing prohibited video content. The arrests took place on the popular tourist island of Bali, where strict laws regulate such activities. Police in Badung district confirmed that the suspects—two men and one woman—are under investigation for attempting to […]
British born publishing heir and his pregnant wife are k!lled in plane crash with two others
A tragic plane crash in Guatemala has claimed the lives of four people, including British-born publishing heir Harald Undrum and his pregnant wife, Judith Mazariegos. The incident occurred on March 15 in a mountainous area. The couple were traveling in a Cessna aircraft that went down near San Marcos under unclear circumstances. Sadly, Judith was […]
President Trump says he is ‘not happy’ with UK prime minister for refusing to join the war on Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with the United Kingdom over its refusal to join efforts in the ongoing Iran conflict. He said he was “not happy” and surprised by the stance taken by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Trump urged the UK to support moves aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key […]