President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the appointment of Ms. Adedayo Benjamin Laniyi as the Director-General /Chief Executive Officer of the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD) and the members of the Governing Council for an initial term of four (4) years.

In a letter signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, and issued by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, mni, the appointment, which takes effect from April 18, 2026, is in accordance with the provisions of Section 7 (1) and (3) of the National Centre for Women Development (Amendment) Act, 2023.

President Tinubu also approved the constitution of the members of the Governing Council of the Centre as follows:

. Princess Joan Jummai Idonije, Chairman; Governing Council.

Other members are:

. Ms. Lois Auta,

. Hon. Jamila Sarki,

. Aisha Baiyee,

. Hon. Jumoke Okoya-Thomas, and

. Hon. Princess Anne Agom-Eze.

While congratulating the Director-General and members of the Governing Council on their appointments, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended his best wishes to them.

The report of the appointment has started generating reactions from Nigerians. Below are some of their comments:

Zino Tips commended the president’s move:  “The appointment of Adedayo Benjamin Laniyi as Director General of the MBNCWD signifies a continued focus on institutional leadership within the women’s development sector. Governed by the 2023 Amendment Act, this four-year term alongside the newly constituted Governing Council led by Princess Joan Jummai Idonije will be instrumental in executing federal gender empowerment and research mandates.” 

Aonation said it was an appointment period in the country: “Another political appointment season, hoping competence actually comes first this time.”

Joendrick commented on Tinubu’s absence from the country: “I still don’t understand the use of Shettima in Nigeria because I still remember each time Buhari is not in Nigeria, Osibanjo was in charge, but the reverse is the case in the Tinubu regime. Why?” 

Photizo Resources commented: “She’s coming to share a few sewing machines, kitchen utensils, rice, abada, etc.”

Private depot owners are lowering fuel prices despite international crude oil prices remain high, sparking renewed competition in the downstream petroleum market, according to Legit.

Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) are trading at between $102 and $107 per barrel, placing upward pressure on refined products prices globally and influencing the movement of petrol and diesel in Nigeria despite an improved supply outlook domestically.

Despite available refining capacity locally with the Dangote Refinery’s operationality, Nigerian depot prices continue to incorporate a mix of global crude oil trends and domestic supply conditions.

The prices of petroleum products such as premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, and automotive gas oil (AGO), also called diesel, have been witnessing fluctuations across depots with a sharp decline in several key locations.

Diesel prices drop sharply across depots

Data obtained from depotdata from depots across Nigeria as of May 12, 2026, a noticeable drop in AGO prices is observed across depots in Lagos, Warri, and Port Harcourt.

In Lagos, both Rain Oil Limited and AA Rano saw diesel prices drop by 50 per litre, or 2.65%, to N1,840 from N1,890 on May 11, demonstrating widespread downward movement in the area.

Similar downward trends were seen in Warri where First Fortune recorded a 33 reduction to N1,855 from N1,888 per litre on May 11. Danmarna’s AGO price reduced from N1,890 to N1,855 on the same date, translating to a 35 loss per litre.

The drop in prices was more subtle in Port Harcourt, where Bulk Strategic dropped prices by 10 to N1,895 from N1,905 per litre and Sigmund saw AGO prices dip from N1,910 to N1,890 per litre.

This indicates that current fuel price movements are determined by readily available diesel supply and competitive depot pricing policies, not global crude oil trends.

Petrol prices ease across key depots

The price of petrol (PMS) also saw downward price adjustments in depots across the nation.

Petrol price changes

• Dangote refinery drops PMS price from N1,283 to N1,281.
• Nipco Plc drops PMS price from N1,285 to N1,280 in Apapa.
• Matrix Energy drops PMS price from N1,225 to N1,223 in Port Harcourt and from N1,285 to N1,280 in Warri.
• SIGMUND drops PMS price from N1,234 to N1,225.
• Pinnacle oil and Gas drops PMS price from N1,316 to N1,280.
• Masters energy drops PMS price from N1,320 to N1,305.
• Rain oil Limited drops PMS price from N1,300 to N1,290.
• Sahara drops PMS price from N1,295 to N1,294.
• Bulk Strategic terminal drops PMS price from N1,324 to N1,315.
• SOROMAN drops PMS price from N1,325 to N1,300.

This price drop has occurred despite strong performance in global crude oil benchmarks, with Brent and WTI exceeding $100 per barrel owing to global supply concerns.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has handed down a heavy sentence to the former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, marking a major turning point in Nigeria’s fight against high-level corruption. Nigerian Culture Guides

In a landmark ruling delivered on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the court sentenced the former minister to a total of 75 years in prison.

This decision follows his conviction on several counts of money laundering and the diversion of public funds that were originally meant for critical national energy projects.

Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the case, delivered the verdict after finding Mamman guilty on all 12 counts brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The court held that the prosecution successfully proved its case beyond any reasonable doubt, demonstrating how the former minister participated in the “indirect conversion” of approximately N33.8 billion.

These funds were specifically earmarked for the Mambilla and Zungeru hydroelectric power projects, which are essential to stabilizing Nigeria’s power grid.

During the proceedings, the court highlighted the severity of the betrayal of public trust. Justice Omotosho noted that while the country continued to struggle with persistent blackouts and an “epileptic power supply,” the former minister was busy “living large at the expense of ordinary citizens.”

Evidence presented during the trial showed that Mamman had used Bureau De Change operators to siphon money and had even made a massive cash payment of $655,700 for a luxury property in Abuja, bypassing all financial institutions.

The sentencing today followed a dramatic turn of events last week when the former minister failed to appear for the initial judgment. His legal team had claimed he was too ill to attend, but the court dismissed these excuses as a delay tactic, especially after reports surfaced of his recent involvement in political activities in Taraba State. Consequently, Justice Omotosho issued a warrant for his arrest, leading to his appearance for the final sentencing today.

Saleh Mamman served as the Minister of Power under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari from 2019 until he was relieved of his duties during a cabinet reshuffle in 2021.

His conviction and subsequent 75-year jail term—which the court clarified would run concurrently for the various counts—serves as one of the most significant judicial outcomes involving a former cabinet member in recent history.