89 m. ago Niger Police Arrest 30 Over Thuggery, Criminal Acts During Maulud Procession In Minna

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended 30 individuals during the Maulud procession in Minna, accusing them of involvement in thuggery and other criminal activities. The arrests occurred on Saturday between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. at various locations across Minna, including Angwan-Sarki, Limawa, Angwan-Daji, New-Market, Sabon-Gari, Kuta Road, Obasanjo Complex, Ogbomosho Street, Lagos Street, […] The post Niger Police Arrest 30 Over Thuggery, Criminal Acts During Maulud Procession In Minna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Troops smash gunrunning syndicates, arrest 35 suspects in Niger Delta 

From Tony John, Port Harcourt   Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in a painstaking intelligence-led operation, said they have successfully smashed gunrunning syndicates noted for their notoriety in trafficking Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALWs) to criminals across the Niger Delta Region (NDR).  The operation led to the interception of two English pistols, four […] The post Troops smash gunrunning syndicates, arrest 35 suspects in Niger Delta  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Withdraw 5% Petroleum Product Tax Or Face Nationwide Strike, TUC Tells FG

The union says that the government policy, if implemented, will compound suffering, cripple businesses, and push millions of citizens deeper into poverty. The post Withdraw 5% Petroleum Product Tax Or Face Nationwide Strike, TUC Tells FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Dangote vs NUPENG: PENGASSAN, TUC threaten nationwide solidarity strike

Tribune Online Dangote vs NUPENG: PENGASSAN, TUC threaten nationwide solidarity strike The ongoing industrial face-off between the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Group, backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), took a dramatic turn on Dangote vs NUPENG: PENGASSAN, TUC threaten nationwide solidarity strike Tribune Online

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9 h. ago PENGASSAN, TUC Back NUPENG In Dangote Faceoff, Threaten Shutdown

PENGASSAN accused the management of Dangote Refinery of resisting potential members of both PENGASSAN and NUPENG from joining the associations. The post PENGASSAN, TUC Back NUPENG In Dangote Faceoff, Threaten Shutdown appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Black Market Surfaces In Delta As IPMAN, NUPENG Begin Strike

Members of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) have commenced an indefinite strike in Delta State. The strike has led to fuel scarcity, especially Asaba and its environs, as IPMAN and NUPENG announced indefinite strike beginning Monday, September 8, 2025. Our Correspondent […]

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11 h. ago Russia’s record strike hit Ukraine’s government building for the first time

Ukraine’s government headquarters in central Kyiv has been struck for the first time since the war began, in what officials read more Russia’s record strike hit Ukraine’s government building for the first time

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13 h. ago PENGASSAN backs NUPENG strike over dispute with Dangote Group

Threatens to join action By Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has expressed its unwavering support for the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) in their ongoing efforts to secure the rights of tanker drivers who are currently being hired at the Dangote Refinery. […] The post PENGASSAN backs NUPENG strike over dispute with Dangote Group appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Oil, gas crisis looms as NOGASA, PETROAN vow to join NUPENG strike

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria’s oil and gas sector may be headed for a major crisis as the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) have declared support for the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) in its nationwide […] The post Oil, gas crisis looms as NOGASA, PETROAN vow to join NUPENG strike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NUPENG insists strike begins Monday, dismisses DTCDA’s position

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has declared that there is no going back on its read more NUPENG insists strike begins Monday, dismisses DTCDA’s position

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15 h. ago NUPENG Strike Will Affect Hospitals Dependent on Generators — Minister

NUPENG directed its members to protest against alleged moves by the Dangote Refinery to prevent its CNG tanker drivers from joining labour unions. The post NUPENG Strike Will Affect Hospitals Dependent on Generators — Minister appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago FG moves to avert nationwide strikes, summons Dangote, NUPENG

The Federal government has summoned the Dangote Group and members of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas NUPENG, read more FG moves to avert nationwide strikes, summons Dangote, NUPENG

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17 h. ago Nigeria’s $108bn construction market draws global players as Big 5 expo returns

The Big 5 Construct Nigeria trade fair will return to Lagos this month, drawing more than 145 exhibitors from over read more Nigeria’s $108bn construction market draws global players as Big 5 expo returns

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17 h. ago ‘Federal Government Is Responding’, Says PETROAN On Proposed Nationwide Strike

The update comes as the Association announced plans to suspend the lifting and dispensing of petroleum products for three days beginning on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. The post ‘Federal Government Is Responding’, Says PETROAN On Proposed Nationwide Strike appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 h. ago Don’t Contest Against Tinubu, Oborevwori, Delta APC Leaders Warn Politicians

Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta state, have warned politicians seeking to contest the 2027 presidential and governorship elections to bury their ambitions. The APC leaders spoke at the weekend during the unveiling of a political pressure group, Ukodo Nation Forum (UNF) at Ughelli, Delta state. They said there are no vacancies […]

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19 h. ago Sheath Your Swords, Embrace Dialogue, DAPPMAN Tells NUPENG, PETROAN

This is as NUPENG and PETROAN have threatened nationwide strike actions over grievances in the downstream oil ad gas sector. The post Sheath Your Swords, Embrace Dialogue, DAPPMAN Tells NUPENG, PETROAN appeared first on Channels Television.

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22 h. ago Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market

Tribune Online Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market THE African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has called on African banks, insurers, and financial institutions to rally behind citizens with viable, bankable ideas while working collectively to create a more cohesive continental market that nurtures innovation and entrepreneurship. Delivering a keynote at the official opening of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 in Algiers on Thursday, […] Afreximbank challenges African banks, financial institutions on capital, cohesive market Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Fears Of Fuel Shortages Rise As Oil Workers Begin Strike Today

As the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) gears up for a strike on Monday, there are fears of queues returning due to the anticipated fuel shortage. The industrial action is in response to the Dangote Refinery’s refusal to allow imported Compressed Natural Gas truck drivers to join any trade union. NUPENG […]

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24 h. ago Federal Government Borrows N2.769trn From Bond Market In 8 Months

The federal government has dominated the bond market, raising N2.769 trillion in eight months, with corporate listings accounting for a significantly lower N43.2 billion value. This substantial difference highlights the government’s reliance on the bond market to finance its activities. The strong demand for government bonds is driven by attractive yields and Nigeria’s stable credit […]

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25 h. ago As marketers, we market others, but don’t showcase ourselves —Osamede, ADVAN President

Tribune Online As marketers, we market others, but don’t showcase ourselves —Osamede, ADVAN President In a session with the media at his association’s marketing summit held recently, in Lagos, President, Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN), Osamede Uwubanmwen, discusses burning issues affecting the practice, giving reasons why practitioners should begin to market themselves for the exalted chief executive positions. Excerpts: The Guest Speaker, at today’s marketing summit, delved into what […] As marketers, we market others, but don’t showcase ourselves —Osamede, ADVAN President Tribune Online

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