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PENGASSAN–Dangote Refinery Talks Collapse After Nine-Hour Meeting The much-anticipated reconciliation meeting between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) and the management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery ended without resolution after nearly nine…

President Tinubu’s Education Loan Fund Now Benefiting Over 500,000 Nigerian Students The Federal Government has announced that over 500,000 Nigerian students are currently benefiting from the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), a flagship initiative under President Bola…

FG Launches 2025–2027 Education Communication Strategy to Deepen Transparency and Public Trust The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled its 2025–2027 Education Communication Strategy to strengthen transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the education sector.…

President Tinubu to Commission Renovated National Arts Theatre for 65th Independence Anniversary President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to inaugurate the newly renovated National Arts Theatre, Iganmu, on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as part of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day…

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has described the killing of Arise TV anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, as a regrettable tragedy and a painful loss to the Nigerian media and the nation. jocomms.com/killing-of-ari…

President Donald Trump said Monday he would impose a 100 percent tariff on all films produced overseas and imported into the United States, a sweeping proposal that could upend Hollywood’s reliance on international productions and global box office revenue, according to Reuters.…

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has dissolved his government following days of youth-led protests demanding an end to chronic water and electricity shortages. jocomms.com/madagascar-pre…

European and Middle Eastern leaders have welcomed a new US peace initiative for Gaza, as President Donald Trump urged Hamas to accept the deal or face continued Israeli military action. jocomms.com/world-leaders-…

Cardi B and Nicki Minaj Spark Fiery Clash on X Over Album Sales and Careers The long-standing rivalry between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj recently reignited on X (formerly Twitter) as the two hip-hop queens exchanged sharp words about their album sales and career trajectories. Cardi…

ADC Denies Zoning Agreement, Faults Obidients’ Criticism The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed claims that it has reached any agreement on zoning its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Bolaji Abdullahi, said…

Former Adult Film Actor Austin Wolf Sentenced to 19 Years in Prison for Child Sexual Exploitation Former adult film actor Austin Wolf, real name Justin Heath Smith, has been sentenced to 19 years in federal prison on two counts related to child sexual exploitation, prosecutors…

Burna Boy Leads Spotify’s Top 5 Afrobeats Artists of 2025 — Rema and Wizkid Close Behind Spotify has revealed the definitive list of the top 5 Afrobeats artists commanding the global music scene in 2025. Leading the pack is Burna Boy, whose genre-bending sound and international…

NNPC has signed a new two-year crude sales and purchase agreement with the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, ensuring the steady supply of feedstock to the 650,000-barrel-per-day facility in Lekki, Lagos. jocomms.com/nnpc-signs-fre…

PENGASSAN Defies Court Order, Vows to Continue Nationwide Strike Against Dangote Refinery The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has declared its intention to press on with its nationwide strike against Dangote Refinery, despite a…

Tinubu Rallies Diaspora Investment Leaders to Drive Energy and Infrastructure Growth The Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination to position Nigeria as Africa’s premier investment hub by forging stronger partnerships with Nigerians in the diaspora who are leading…

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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has ordered a nationwide mobilisation of workers following a deepening conflict between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) and the Dangote Refinery. jocomms.com/nlc-places-wor…

FG Cancels Independence Day Parade Ahead of Nigeria’s 65th Anniversary The Federal Government has announced the cancellation of the parade earlier scheduled to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary on October 1. Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public…

Influencer Paola Caldera Dies at 30 After Brave Battle with Leukemia Influencer Paola Caldera, who inspired hundreds of thousands of followers by openly documenting her fight with leukemia, has died at the age of 30. Known for sharing her life with authenticity and resilience,…

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TRAGIC LOSS: ARISE News Anchor Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu Passes at 29 The @ARISEtv ARISE News Channel is mourning the devastating loss of one of its brightest voices, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who tragically passed away in the early hours of Monday, September 29,…