Morning star view

10/05/2026

📊 Victor Osimhen - underrated career stats:

👕 349 games
⚽️ 208 goals
🎯 58 assists

🏆 Serie A
🏆 2x Super Lig
🏆 Turkish Cup

🌍 African Footballer of the Year
⭐️ Serie A Footballer of the Year
⚽️ Super Lig Top Scorer
😳 Super Lig Goal of the Season
🇹🇷 Turkish Footballer of the Year
🥇 Serie A Top Scorer
🔥 Serie A Best Striker
💙 Lille Player of the Season

One of the best! ❤️

09/05/2026

🟢 Kelechi Iheanacho decision made.
🟢 Alistair Johnston starts.
🟢 Benjamin Nygren DROPPED.

We have news of Celtic's starting XI to play Rangers in the final Old Firm derby of the season after team news latest. 📲

08/05/2026

28/12/2025

19/09/2025

NIS to Deliver Passports Within One Week, Scales Up Production Capacity to 4,000–5,000 Daily

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) plans to deliver passports to Nigerians within one week, following the centralisation of passport production for the first time in 62 years.

Minister of Interior Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo announced this on Thursday during an inspection of the new Centralised Passport Personalisation Centre at the NIS Headquarters in Abuja.

“The project is 100 per cent ready. Nigeria can now be more productive and efficient in delivering passport services,” Tunji-Ojo said.

He explained that old machines could only produce 250 to 300 passports daily, but the new system had a capacity of 4,500 to 5,000 passports every day.

“With this, NIS can now meet daily demands within just four to five hours of operation,” he added, describing it as a game-changer for passport processing in Nigeria.

“We promised two-week delivery, and we’re now pushing for one week.

“Automation and optimisation are crucial for keeping this promise to Nigerians,” the minister said.

He noted that centralisation, in line with global standards, would improve uniformity and enhance the overall integrity of Nigerian travel documents worldwide.

He said the centralised production system aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda, boosting NIS capacity and changing the narrative for better service delivery.

14/09/2025

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has instructed its members who have not yet registered with the Dangote Refinery to do so immediately, in preparation for the start of direct fuel supply on Monday.

The directive was issued in a memo to all zonal and depot chairmen by the IPMAN President, Alhaji Abubakar Maigandi, along with the National Secretary, Hon. James Terlumun Tor.

The memo read: “The National Executive Committee (NEC) of Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) under the Leadership of Alhaji Abubakar Maigandi Shettima as the National President and Hon. James Terlumun Tor as the National Secretary, is pleased to inform our members who have renewed IPMAN membership registration in line with IPMAN 2009 Constitution as amended that payment, loading, and supply of petroleum products at the Dangote Refinery have commenced.

“IPMAN members who have already registered with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Co. Ltd, as was announced, are all directed to resume immediate Payment to Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Co. Ltd.

“Be informed that on Monday, 15th September 2025, the company will commence product loading and supply directly to buyers’ locations within the country.

“Interested members who are yet to register with Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Co. Limited are urged to go ahead with their registrations.”

11/09/2025

Yesterday, I signed the Abia State Mini Grid Regulation, formalising a framework that opens our electricity market to competent investors and development partners. The formalisation and adoption of the Abia State Mini Grid regulatory architecture is hinged on the new legal framework which empowers sub-nationals, private investors, and institutions to invest across the electricity value chains, extending access to millions of people, particularly in underserved and unserved communities.

The overarching objective of the framework is to promote the use and adoption of alternative energy options for both domestic and commercial activities. The regulation provides a clear structure for decentralised energy solutions, offering practical answers to technical and commercial questions from investors and consumers. It defines the roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders and establishes mechanisms for resolving disputes efficiently.

I acknowledge the role of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, in advancing the decentralisation of Nigeria’s electricity sector through the amended Electricity Act 2023. By moving electricity to the concurrent legislative list, the Act empowers sub-national governments to shape their energy future. As a direct outcome, the Abia State Electricity Regulatory Agency (ASERA) was established and assumed regulatory oversight in line with the Act’s mandate. This transition positions Abia to lead with clarity and autonomy in energy governance.

I also extend my appreciation to the Honourable Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Engr. Ikechukwu Monday, and the entire team for partnering with the relevant stakeholders to get the exercise concluded in good time.

With this regulation, we are unlocking opportunities for small businesses, improving public services, and laying the foundation for inclusive growth and sustainable development across our communities.

30/08/2025

Kebbi Assembly Passes Pre-Marital Medical Examination Bill

Under the new law, prospective couples are required to undergo medical tests, including genotype and blood group screening at recognised health facilities, no later than three months and two weeks before their wedding.

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27/08/2025

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU DEPARTS BRAZIL FOR ABUJA

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is en route to Abuja from Brazil following his state visit, which focused on strengthening relations between Nigeria and Brazil.

The presidential jet took off from Brasília International Airport Air Force Base at 12:57 pm (local time).

Amb. Carlos Sérgio Sobral Duarte, Secretary for Africa and the Middle East and Amb Carlos José Areias Moreno Garcete, Ambassador of Brazil to Nigeria, were present at the airport to bid farewell to the President.

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu and other government officials were also at the airport.

A guard of honour, led by Col. Cel Nicolas, was part of the brief departure ceremony.

President Tinubu arrived in Brasília early on Monday, August 25, for the strategic diplomatic engagement.

After his arrival, Brazil rolled out the red carpet and accorded the Nigerian leader full military honours at the Palácio do Planalto.

President Tinubu later met with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and senior Brazilian officials.

Both leaders witnessed the signing of five Memoranda of Understanding, covering aviation, foreign affairs, science and technology, and agriculture—key sectors in Nigeria’s development agenda.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
August 27, 2025