Archive: October 22, 2025

Browsing through all stories published on October 22, 2025.

FG Declares Deep Sorrow as Tanker Blast in Niger State Claims 39 Lives, Injures Over 60

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that 39 people died and more than 60 others were severely injured when a fuel tanker exploded in Essa community, Katcha LGA, Niger State.

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Shettima Reaffirms Tinubu’s Commitment to Press Freedom, Promises Continuous Support for Nigerian Journalists

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to press freedom and the protection of journalism in Nigeria, assuring members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) that President Bola Tinubu remains a steadfast ally of the media.

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FG Spends 35% of 2024 Budget on Debt Servicing, Records N13.51tr Fiscal Deficit — Budget Office Report

Nigeria’s Federal Government spent N12.36 trillion servicing debts in 2024 — 35.26% of the total national budget and 52.71% above its target — according to the Fourth Quarter 2024 Budget Implementation Report from the Budget Office of the Federation. The report also revealed a fiscal deficit of N13.51 trillion, exceeding projections by nearly 47%.

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Tragedy in Niger: NEMA Confirms 39 Dead, 60 Injured in Tanker Explosion on Agaie–Bida Road

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that at least 39 people were killed and more than 60 others sustained injuries when a petrol tanker overturned and exploded in the Essa community, along the Agaie–Bida road in Niger State. The tragedy unfolded in the early afternoon when a lorry carrying fuel tipped over and locals reportedly rushed to scoop the spilt contents—triggering the devastating blast.

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Osimhen Shines Bright: Nigerian Striker’s Brace Fires Galatasaray Past Bodø/Glimt in Champions League Victory

Victor Osimhen’s clinical double powered Galatasaray to a commanding 3-1 win over Bodø/Glimt in the third match-day of the UEFA Champions League group stage — marking his seventh consecutive European match with a goal for the club

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Youth anger in Côte d’Ivoire as President seeks fourth term

People can no longer make ends meet… You have to be very lucky, or a bit of a magician, to live comfortably,” says 33-year-old poet Placide Konan, echoing

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Global warming is pushing the planet to the brink, says UN Secretary-General

“Every one of the last ten years has been the hottest in history … Ocean heat is breaking records while decimating ecosystems. And no country is safe from fires, floods, storms and heatwaves,” warned UN Secretary-General António Guterres.

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Trade with Africa “not a game of Minecraft”, says Nigerian minister

“Rich countries should not approach trade with Africa as a game of Minecraft … The engagement should be based on mutual respect, based on shared interests and based on the fact that Africa needs to develop.” — Yusuf Tuggar

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Editorial: Nigeria’s Bid for a Higher OPEC Quota — Between Ambition and Reality

Nigeria’s push for a higher OPEC quota reflects both newfound optimism and familiar ambition — but until output stability and governance match rhetoric, its case remains a delicate dance between potential and proof.

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Nigeria to demand higher OPEC quota, says Lokpobiri

Nigeria will make a strong case for a higher crude oil production quota at the next meeting of OPEC … we are producing about 1.7 million barrels daily … it is time to review the quota upward,” said Minister Heineken Lokpobiri

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ICE officer wounds motorist and U.S. marshal during Los Angeles enforcement stop

Federal agents shot a man and a deputy U.S. marshal was wounded by a ricochet Tuesday during an ICE enforcement stop in South Los Angeles after, authorities say, the suspect rammed federal vehicles while trying to flee.

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