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BREAKING: Hardship: Foursquare GO Urges Nigerians Not to Abandon Faith

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By Spotlight African Reporters | Abuja September 25, 2026 The General Overseer of the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria, Rev. Sam Aboyeji, has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in their faith despite the economic hardship and mounting pressures facing citizens across the country. Aboyeji gave the advice during the first District Convocation and District Anniversary of the Foursquare Gospel Church, Pleasure District, in Lagos. Represented at the event by the Ikeja Axis Coordinator, Rev. Ayomide Abraham, the cleric encouraged Nigerians to continue trusting God for better times while remaining grateful for His provisions.  He acknowledged the economic pressure associated with high petrol prices but urged citizens to also recognise developments in the country, including improvements in infrastructure and access to student loans. The Foursquare leader further called on Nigerians to continue praying for economic recovery and an end to insecurity, while encouraging Christi...

Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago Visits Dangote Refinery

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Lagos, Nigeria – Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago, has paid a working visit to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos, as part of efforts to strengthen partnerships that will promote industrialization, economic growth, and investment opportunities for Niger State. During the visit, Governor Bago toured the state-of-the-art refinery, where he was briefed on its operations, production capacity, and its role in enhancing Nigeria's energy security and reducing dependence on imported petroleum products. The Dangote Refinery, with a capacity of 650,000 barrels per day, is regarded as one of the largest single-train refineries in the world. The governor reiterated his administration's commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that attracts investors, encourages industrial development, and supports sustainable economic growth across Niger State. He also emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships between governments and the private sector in driving natio...

NSCDC Mining Marshals Issue Final Warning to Illegal Miners in Kogi, Vow Strict Enforcement

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  NSCDC Mining Marshals Issue Final Warning to Illegal Miners in Kogi, Vow Strict Enforcement By Spotlight African Reporters Ankpa, Kogi State – The Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, Assistant Commandant of Corps (ACC) John Onoja Attah , has issued a strong warning to illegal miners operating in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi State, declaring that the era of unlawful mining activities has come to an end. The warning was delivered during a strategic meeting with the Ejeh of Ankpa and Chairman of the Ankpa Traditional Council, Alhaji Abubakar Yakubu Ahmed , where both parties resolved to strengthen collaboration to eliminate illegal coal mining and promote safe, regulated mining operations across the area. Speaking on behalf of the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake , and the Commandant General of the NSCDC, Dr. Ahmed Abubakar Audi , ACC Attah urged residents to engage only with duly licensed mining compan...