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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed the ex-gantry price of its premium motor spirit, also known as petrol, to N699 per litre. According to sources at the refinery, the price of the product was reduced by N129 from the previous price of N828 per litre. “The refinery reduced its petrol price to N699 per litre,” a source said. Also speaking to TheCable, Abubakar Garima, national president of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), confirmed that the refinery reduced its ex-depot price for petrol. “The refinery reduced the price to N699 per litre and told marketers that we can…

The supreme court has affirmed the death sentence handed to Maryam Sanda, over the murder of Bilyamin Mohammed Bello, her husband. In a split judgment of four-to-one delivered on Friday, the apex court held that the court of appeal was right to uphold the decision of the trial judge in the case. Moore Adumein, the judge who read the lead judgment, ruled that the prosecution proved the case beyond reasonable doubt at the trial court. Adumein ruled that the court of appeal did not err by affirming the conviction and death sentence. The judge faulted the clemency granted to Sanda…

Primate Elijah Ayodele, founder and head of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Oke Afa, Lagos, says he did not attempt to extort Bayo Adelabu, minister of power. TheCable had exclusively reported how Adelabu petitioned the Department of State Services (DSS), accusing Ayodele of blackmail and attempting to extort N150 million from him for “spiritual intercession” to make him governor of Oyo state. Adelabu, who had twice contested the Oyo governorship election, has declared his intention to contest again in 2027. The power minister accused Ayodele of making false prophecies intended to malign his reputation after he rebuffed all efforts from the cleric, who allegedly…

When Rt. Hon. Adebo Edward Ogundoyin, Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, was elected Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria on September 17, 2023, it marked a historic moment. He became the youngest Speaker to occupy this prestigious position and notably, the first from an opposition party to be so elected. This milestone not only signified a generational shift in Nigeria’s legislative leadership but also heralded a new era of reform-oriented, bold, visionary and inclusive governance. Since assuming the role, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin has demonstrated remarkable leadership, steering the Conference with vision, courage,…

Day 2 of the Oyo State International Agribusiness Summit 2025 delivered vital engagements as The Phenomenal Dr. Debo Akande, Director-General of OYSADA and Executive Adviser to the Governor on International Cooperation and Development — led Governor Seyi Makinde, delegates and international guests ( Belgium , Brazil) through a series of strategic side events. The day began at IITA, Ibadan, where stakeholders from the cocoa, cashew and livestock value chains, including ILRI, held extensive technical discussions. These sessions enabled experts to present recommendations directly to Governor Makinde, with immediate actions initiated toward setting up committees to fast-track implementation. The delegation later…

The Rivers state house of assembly has accused Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of the state, of unapproved spending. Martin Amaewhule, speaker of the assembly, spoke on Thursday during a press conference attended by the state lawmakers. “From September, when we met the governor, till this day, the governor has been spending without our approval, awarding contracts to his cronies, particularly those who masterminded the burning of the Rivers house of assembly,” Amaewhule said. “The governor does not seek the approval of the assembly to spend.” ‘FUBARA LIED ABOUT WIKE NOT FIXING PEACE MEETING’ On Wednesday, Fubara said there is no lingering dispute between him and…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed an eight-count charge against Chris Ngige, former minister of labour and productivity, over alleged contract fraud. Ngige is set to be arraigned on Friday, December 11, before a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) high court in Gwarimpa, Abuja. In the charge dated October 31, the commission alleged that the former minister used his position to confer undue advantage by awarding multiple contracts to associates and companies linked to him. The EFCC alleged that between September 2015 and May 2023, Ngige, while serving as supervising minister of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund…

Over the last six years, Hon. Olajide Akintunde, popularly known as AKT, has distinguished himself as one of the most dedicated and impactful lawmakers representing Lagelu State Constituency at the Oyo State House of Assembly. His commitment to quality representation, community development, and people-centered governance has earned him the admiration of his constituents and respect across the state. From the onset of his legislative journey, Hon. Akintunde demonstrated a clear understanding of the needs and aspirations of the people of Lagelu. His approach to leadership has been rooted in accessibility, accountability, and genuine service, ensuring that the voices of his…

Confusion has surrounded reports announcing the death of Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the deputy governor of Bayelsa state. Earlier on Thursday, Ewhrudjakpo collapsed and was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, the state’s capital. The deputy governor was said to have been in a critical condition at the medical facility. However, in a statement on Thursday evening, Ini Ememobong, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spokesperson, said the party received “with deep shock” the news of Ewhrudjakpo’s passing. “The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has received with deep shock the news of the passing of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State and a trusted, faithful party man, His…

|LAGOS, Nigeria| In a resounding setback for a US-based Nigerian businessman accused of masterminding a lavish ₦1.2 billion scam, the High Court of Lagos State has tossed out his desperate attempt to play the victim card. Mr. Rolland Oluwasegun Elusoji, who police say charmed victims out of fortunes with promises of elite investments, now finds his legal shield shattered, leaving him exposed to the full weight of a pending fraud probe. The ruling, delivered on November 28, 2025, by Hon. Justice A.G. Balogun at the Ikeja Judicial Division, dismissed Elusoji’s fundamental rights suit as utterly baseless. Elusoji, through his high-powered…