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Petrol Prices May Drop Further as Marketers Hint at More Cuts

Nigerian petroleum products marketers say more filling stations across the country could reduce their petrol pump prices in the coming days in order to remain competitive.

The National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria, Billy Gillis-Harry, disclosed this in an interview with an online news platform on Tuesday, reacting to the recent reduction in petrol pump prices by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, MRS, and other retail outlets.

Gillis-Harry attributed the latest round of price cuts to a drop in the landing cost of the product, noting that more retailers may follow suit and lower their prices further as long as landing costs continue to decline, as part of efforts to attract customers.

He said more filling stations were expected to review their petrol prices in line with favourable landing costs, adding that stations would want to stay competitive.

According to the report, Dangote Refinery has set its gantry petrol price at N1,215 per litre, while depot owners have recently adjusted their ex-depot prices to between N1,215 and N1,225 per litre.

Nigerians currently buy petrol at between N1,265 and N1,310 per litre in Abuja and its environs.

The development comes as Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude prices dropped to $78 and $75 per barrel respectively, as of the time of filing this report.

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Davido Claims He Could Win Any Nigerian Election

Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has claimed that no one could defeat him in a free and fair election in Nigeria, should he ever decide to run for political office.

He, however, said he has no interest in contesting for any elective position at the moment, citing the corrupt nature of Nigerian elections and the electoral body.

Speaking during a recent livestream with online streamer Carter Efe, Davido said he would rather focus on his music until there is genuine electoral transparency in the country.

Asked whether he would love to govern a state, Davido responded that he had no time for a system where election results were allegedly manipulated, stressing that he wasn’t the type to simply accept being cheated and go home quietly, warning that he would react if that happened to him.

He said he preferred to concentrate on his music for now, adding that he could consider contesting for elective office once there was transparency in the system.

He maintained that nobody could beat him in any election, insisting that in a truly free and fair contest, he could even win a presidential election in Nigeria.

He added that the lack of transparency in the system, where he alleged that results were manipulated, was the real problem, saying he was watching closely to see what would happen in the upcoming Osun State gubernatorial election, describing the situation as one that leaves people disillusioned.

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9 Killed, Several Injured in Tragic Bauchi Highway Crash

Nine people have been confirmed d£ad following a multiple road traffic crash involving two vehicles in Bauchi State.

This was disclosed in a First Information Report (FIR) issued on Tuesday by the RS12.1 Bauchi Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

According to the report, the crash occurred at about 11:20 p.m. on Monday, August 3, 2026, and was reported five minutes later, at 11:25 p.m.

FRSC operatives arrived at the scene by 11:40 p.m., putting the response time at 15 minutes.

The incident happened near Zangoro village along the Bauchi–Maiduguri Federal Highway and involved a Toyota commercial bus with registration number DRZ 133 LG and an unregistered MAN diesel tipper truck that had been conveying sand.

The FRSC said 17 adult males were involved in the crash, nine of whom were confirmed d£ad and burnt beyond recognition, while eight others sustained injuries of varying degrees.

A tyre burst while the vehicle was in motion was identified as the probable cause of the crash.

The vehicles and other items recovered from the scene were handed over to the Motor Traffic Division (MTD) of the Bauchi State Police Command for further investigation and possible prosecution.

The FRSC rescue team worked to establish the identities of the victims, which were confirmed on Tuesday.

The injured were taken to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) for treatment, while the bodies of those who d!£d were deposited at the hospital’s morgue.

The rescue operation was led by SRMA SA Toro.

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Charles Okocha Fires Back at Portable Over Shocking Boxing Match Claim

Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has dismissed claims by singer Portable that he bit him during their recent celebrity boxing bout.

It will be recalled that the two entertainers squared off in a celebrity boxing match in Lagos, during which Portable walked out mid-fight, alleging that Okocha had bitten him on the back.

Responding in a video shared online, Okocha called the allegation implausible, noting that he had a mouthguard on throughout the contest.

He also joked that he would rather “chew grass” than bite Portable, insisting he had no such intention.

According to him, Portable had been telling people he bit him on the back, a claim he found baffling given that he was wearing a mouthguard at the time.

He quipped that he’d rather eat grass than bite Portable, saying he didn’t want to “catch rabies,” and jokingly referenced Portable’s skin as another reason he’d never attempt it.

The back-and-forth is the latest in an ongoing exchange between the two entertainers following their widely discussed boxing contest, which ended in victory for Charles Okocha.

 

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Flavour Reveals Private Battle With Addiction During Early Career

Flavour, a Nigerian artist, has spoken out about a time in his life when he struggled with a masturbation addiction, describing the experience during a live session with pals.

According to the singer, the habit began when he lost his virginity and eventually lost contact with the woman involved. With no sexual partner at the time, he admitted to turning to masturbation, which developed an addiction after a buddy introduced him to Mapouka dance films from Congo.

Flavour claimed that the addiction lasted roughly two years and had become so serious that he felt ashamed and found it impossible to interact regularly with friends, even during routine activities like as watching football.

He further admitted that he “even used liquid soap” when fighting with the addiction.

Flavour stated that he later confided in a bassist with whom he performed music, who believed the problem was related to his youth and lack of frequent sexual activity. The bassist allegedly took him to a brothel and paid for him to have sex with a lady there.

According to the artist, he then began spending the money he earned from playing musical instruments on weekly trips to brothels, which he claims helped him overcome his addiction.

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Davido Set To Address Osun Election Security And Transparency Concerns

Afrobeats musician David Adeleke, often known as Davido, will speak to journalists and citizens on Wednesday on security, the Independent National Electoral Commission’s preparedness, and other matters concerning the 2026 Osun State governorship election.

An invitation issued on Tuesday states that the press conference would take place at Imole House, Ogo-Oluwa, Osogbo, at 11 a.m.

“I will be having a press conference tomorrow at Imole House, Osogbo, to discuss security, INEC and transparency issues,” Davido said in announcing the briefing online.

The musician, who was recently named Chairman of the Imole Youth Mobilisation Committee for Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election campaign, is anticipated to address security, electoral transparency, and other significant problems ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State.

The campaign invitation advertised the event as “Davido addresses issues (security, INEC transparency, and other major issues) surrounding the Osun 2026 gubernatorial election.”

Adeleke of the Accord Party is running for a second term in office in the August 15 governorship election.

Davido, the governor’s nephew, has taken an active role in the campaign, spearheading youth mobilization efforts and participating in a variety of political activities throughout the state.

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Peller Reveals Surprise Discovery After Wedding Dollar Spraying

Peller, a well-known Nigerian content developer, has disclosed that the majority of the dollar bills he was given during his recent wedding ceremony with his wife, Jarvis, were fake.

In a recent livestream, Peller claimed that after the wedding, he brought the money to the bank and found that a significant amount of it was counterfeit.

“The majority of the money was fake when I went to the bank to change the dollars after my wedding,” he claimed.

He claims that some visitors sprayed him with fake dollar notes, while others actually gave him real money. “The people that gave me real money, I know them,” he continued, adding that he could quickly identify those who provided him real money.

He bemoaned the fact that many of the dollar notes he had received and displayed online following his wedding day turned out to be counterfeit, expressing sadness over the incident.

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Oyo Promotes 1,535 Local Government Workers in Major Career Boost

As part of the 2025 promotion exercise, the Oyo State Local Government Service Commission issued 1,535 promotion letters to employees in the state’s 33 local government districts.

The letters address advancements from Grade Levels 06 to 17 for commission employees as well as personnel from seven local government departments in the state.

A statement signed by the Director of Education and Social Services, Lala Foluso, and made available to journalists on Tuesday said the beneficiaries were drawn from the following departments: Administration and General Services (288); Agriculture and Natural Resources (57); Budget, Planning, Research and Statistics (40); Education and Social Services (431); Environmental Health Services (44); Finance and Supplies (315); and Works, Housing, Lands and Survey (360).

The commission’s chairman, Bashorun Akinwole, presented the letters on the commission’s behalf and stated that the activity was consistent with Governor Seyi Makinde’s dedication to the welfare, motivation, and career advancement of employees.

According to Akinwole, “the promotion is a clear demonstration of the current administration’s commitment to building a professional, efficient, and well-motivated local government workforce capable of delivering quality service to the people at the grassroots.”

“This administration, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, recognizes that good governance is powered by a motivated workforce.”

He continued, “The timely issuance of these promotion letters is consistent with its determination to guarantee that no civil servant stagnates and that diligence is appropriately acknowledged and rewarded.”

The chairman thanked the recently promoted officers and encouraged them to see the promotion as a summons to increased responsibility as well as a reward for their previous hard work.

“See the promotion as a call to greater responsibility in service delivery across all local governments and the commission, as well as a reward for past diligence,” he said.

Akinwole also reiterated the commission’s commitment to regular and timely promotion exercises, capacity building and improved welfare packages for staff in line with the Omituntun 2.0 agenda of the Makinde administration.

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The Top Games to Play at Online Casinos

Gambling is one of our oldest entertainment forms. Dating back to the ancient world, people have been placing gambles on games of chance (or even skill) for as long as society has been around. But, as with most things in the 21st century, gambling has gone digital.

Online casinos have all but taken over the gambling industry. They’ve made it possible to play our favorite games at any point during the day. But, what are the most popular christchurchcasino.com games? That is what we are going to look at in this article.

Slots

Slots take the number one spot for a very simple reason; they are easy games to get ahold of. All slot games really require are a person pulling a lever. In the digital realm, slot work a little differently. Rather than pulling levers, players only need to press a button. With the advent of automatic slots, even that simple step has been removed from the equation.

Online slot developers are nothing if not innovative. They’ve injected the games with new features that you won’t find in standard casinos. We are talking about mini-games, thematic elements, and so much more. It is no wonder that slots remain the absolute most popular game to play at online casinos.

Blackjack

For many years, people have been trying to crack the code of blackjack. In the 20th century, many finally succeeded. Edward O. Thorp is often known as the father of card counting. An apt title, considering he was the first to create a legitimate card counting system, that many gamblers have been using ever since. Thanks to Thorp’s contribution, blackjack quickly became the number 1 card game, both online and in land-based casinos.

That being said, card counting is often seen as a cheating strategy. Most online and land-based casinos won’t be too kind to customers that they’ve caught counting cards. Furthermore, using any external counting mechanism is outright illegal, and could result in legal issues.

Roulette

Roulette is one of the casino industry’s most iconic games. The red and black wheel has been decorating gambling halls for centuries. Today, it continues to attract new and old fans at online and live casinos. The game can be divided into two broad categories; American and French. Many people believe that the difference between these two styles is negligible.

In fact, there is quite a large difference between American and French roulette. In the European version, the house edge sits at below 2.5%. In the USA’s version of the game, the house edge is almost double that. It is impressive how one small pocket can make such a big difference.

Other Games to Consider

The three games we’ve discussed are the most popular, and the most likely to catch your eye. However, online casinos also feature baccarat, sic bo, paigow, and so much more. There are even wholly unique and original games that you can’t find anywhere else. If that sounds like fun, then we’d recommend keeping responsible gambling rules in mind, and giving casinos on the web a go.

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Adeleke Confident of Osun Victory as Election Tension Rises

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed confidence in victory in the August 15 governorship election, provided it is conducted freely and fairly.

Speaking on Monday during his re-election campaign in Osogbo, the governor said he was confident of winning with God on his side, so long as the election was free and fair.

Alleging that members of the Accord Party were being k!lled, Adeleke appealed to President Bola Tinubu to direct the police to act professionally and impartially during the election.

He said the President needed to be aware of what was happening in Osun, describing the k!lling of his supporters and appealing to him as a father figure to intervene.

He vowed that his party would not accept any attempt to rig the election, urging the President not to allow innocent people to be k!lled and to ensure the police remained neutral.

He further reminded Tinubu of his own role in Nigeria’s democratic struggle, urging him not to allow anyone to undermine it, and noted that the international community would be watching the election as a test ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Adeleke also urged the electorate to turn out en masse on election day to vote for him, calling on his supporters to come out on 15 August and defend their votes until results are declared.

He said he was ready for the election, describing the process as a revolution to be won through the ballot box.

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