Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

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Petrol Prices May Rise Again as Global Crude Oil Prices Climb

Business and EconomyJanuary 30, 2026240Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigerians may be confronted with another increase in the pump price of petrol following a sustained rise in crude oil prices on the international market, just days after the most recent upward adjustment. Market analysts note that the continued surge in global crude prices is exerting fresh pressure on domestic fuel pricing, particularly in the…

FG Approves ₦1 Trillion Metropolitan Rail Project for Kano

Business and EconomyJanuary 29, 2026367Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Federal Government has approved a ₦1 trillion metropolitan rail project for Kano State, marking a major step toward transforming urban transportation, boosting economic activity, and easing traffic congestion in one of Nigeria’s most populous cities. The approval, announced by government officials, forms part of the Federal Government’s broader strategy to modernise public transport infrastructure…

Onitsha Traders Vow to End Sit-at-Home, Resume Full Business on Mondays.

Business and EconomyJanuary 29, 2026279Views 0Likes 0Comments

Traders in Onitsha, Anambra State’s commercial hub, have pledged to put an end to the long-standing Monday sit-at-home and resume full business activities, following renewed security assurances by the state government. The decision was announced after consultations between market leaders, traders’ unions, and relevant stakeholders, who agreed that the continued closure of businesses every Monday…

Progress recorded on the 42km Obagaji–Okokoro–Agagbe road as Benue STATE Government opens a vital link between Agatu and Gwer West.

The Benue State Government, under the leadership of Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, is making steady progress on the construction of the Obagaji–Okokoro–Agagbe Road, a 42-kilometre stretch designed to connect Agatu Local Government Area with Gwer West Local Government Area. An on-the-spot assessment of the project indicates significant advancement along the corridor, which…

Senate Suspends Electoral Act Debate, Shariah Council Demands INEC Chairman Amupitan’s Removal

PoliticsJanuary 29, 2026319Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria’s Senate has temporarily suspended deliberations on the proposed amendments to the Electoral Act, citing the need for deeper review and wider consultations on contentious provisions contained in the bill. The decision was taken during plenary, with Senate leadership explaining that the pause would allow lawmakers to thoroughly examine the proposed changes and ensure that…

CAF Suspends Senegal Coach, Fines Federation in $1.1m Sanctions Over AFCON Final Row

EntertainmentJanuary 29, 2026363Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has handed down heavy sanctions following the chaotic scenes that marred the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Senegal and Morocco, suspending Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw and imposing fines totaling $1.1 million. In a ruling announced on Thursday, CAF suspended Thiaw for five matches and fined him…

Buy, scratch, dial — Nigerians win airtime and cash in NIVEA’s ₦3bn consumer promotion.

Business and EconomyJanuary 28, 2026529Views 0Likes 0Comments

Consumers across Nigeria are already reaping rewards as NIVEA’s ₦3 billion national consumer promotion gains momentum, delivering instant wins and weekly cash prizes to participants nationwide. The ongoing “Win Your Share of ₦3 Billion” promotion has sparked widespread excitement, with real consumers receiving tangible rewards, reinforcing the brand’s message that loyalty truly pays. From instant…

Police bust N7.7bn telecom cyber fraud, arrest six suspects in major crackdown.

The Nigeria Police Force has uncovered a N7.7 billion cyber-enabled telecommunications fraud involving the illegal diversion of airtime and data resources, leading to the arrest of six suspects linked to the scheme. According to police sources, the sophisticated operation targeted telecommunications infrastructure, enabling the unlawful siphoning of airtime and data at a massive scale, with…

A 500,000-litre solar-powered water project promises relief from decades of water scarcity in Gwer-West.

The Benue State Government, in partnership with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), is currently constructing a 500,000-litre capacity solar-powered water project in Naka, the headquarters of Gwer-West Local Government Area of the state. According to information made available, the project, when completed, is expected to provide a long-term solution to the persistent water scarcity…

No Cause for Alarm — Presidency Clears Air on Tinubu’s Ankara Stumble

PoliticsJanuary 28, 2026299Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Presidency has dismissed concerns over reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu stumbled during an official welcome ceremony in Ankara, Turkey, describing the incident as inconsequential and misrepresented. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Presidency clarified that the President did not collapse or suffer any health-related episode, stressing that there was no cause for…

CBN Upgrades Opay, Moniepoint, PalmPay, Others to National Licences

Business and Economy, Top StoriesJanuary 27, 2026522Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has upgraded the operating licences of several major fintech companies and microfinance banks, including Opay, Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, PalmPay, Kuda Bank and Paga, granting them national licences that allow full operations across the country. The upgrade follows the institutions’ successful compliance with regulatory requirements and reflects their already extensive…

Military Uncovers Illegal Arms Factory in Nasarawa

Troops of the Nigerian military have uncovered an illegal arms manufacturing facility in Nasarawa State, in a major breakthrough against the proliferation of illicit weapons fueling criminal activities. During the operation, one suspect was apprehended at the site, while several locally fabricated pistols were recovered. Preliminary findings indicate that the illegal factory was actively supplying…