So This Happened (EP 429) reviews: Oyo school remains closed months after 46 pupils and teachers were abducted
A Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Yawota, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has yet to resume following the May abduction of pupils and teachers in the community. Forty-six pupils and teachers were abducted during the attack and spent 56 days in captivity before their rescue.
The Oyo State Government has urged parents to support the return of affected children to school and directed officials to work with the school’s owners on measures to prevent its closure. At another affected school that has resumed, authorities also identified a shortage of teachers, particularly Mathematics teachers.
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So This Happened (EP 429) reviews: Nigeria spent ₦1.928tn on electricity subsidy in 2025
Nigeria’s electricity subsidy obligation reached about ₦1.928 trillion in 2025, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission. The figure represents the government’s financial support to cover the gap between the cost of supplying electricity and what consumers are charged.
The huge expenditure comes as the government continues to face complaints over unreliable power supply. With the Minister of Power acknowledging that many Nigerians are yet to feel significant improvements, the focus remains on whether ongoing reforms and investments will eventually translate into more reliable electricity.
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So This Happened (EP 429) reviews: Wike reveals G5 strategy to weaken Atiku in 2023
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has revealed that the G5 governors deliberately encouraged support for Peter Obi in parts of the South-South during the 2023 presidential election to reduce Atiku Abubakar’s votes in the region. Wike said Edo and Cross River were part of the strategy, while the group deliberately prevented Obi from winning Rivers because of the political signal such a victory could have sent.
The comments sparked accusations of electoral manipulation, but Wike has rejected claims that the G5 rigged the election, describing the allegations as baseless. He maintains that what happened was political strategy rather than the manipulation of election results.
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So This Happened (EP 427) reviews: Petrol price rises to ₦1,500 per litre in parts of Nigeria
Petrol prices have climbed to as much as ₦1,500 per litre in some parts of Nigeria, with prices reportedly around ₦1,430 in major cities and higher in several northern states. The increase has already pushed up transport fares in some areas, adding further pressure to household and business costs.
The Nigeria Labour Congress is calling for measures to cushion the impact on workers, while fuel marketers have warned that petrol could reach ₦2,000 per litre if international crude prices continue rising. Dangote Refinery also recently increased its gantry price from ₦1,265 to ₦1,350 per litre.
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So This Happened (EP 427) reviews: Lagos-Ibadan Expressway gridlock leaves motorists stranded for up to 14 hours
A seven-vehicle crash involving a 40-foot container truck, combined with ongoing repairs around Kara Bridge, caused severe gridlock on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Tuesday. Some motorists and passengers reportedly spent between six and 14 hours trapped in traffic stretching from Kara through the Long Bridge, Magboro and towards Ibafo.
No deaths or injuries were reported from the crash, but the gridlock led to missed appointments, increased fuel consumption and higher transport fares on some routes. Traffic officials were deployed to manage the situation, while motorists were advised to exercise caution around the affected areas.
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So This Happened (EP 427) reviews: Dangote Refinery opens ₦5,250 minimum IPO subscription to Nigerians
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has opened its Initial Public Offering to the public, offering 4.1 billion ordinary shares at ₦525 per share. Investors can subscribe to a minimum of 10 shares, worth ₦5,250, with the offer scheduled to close on October 13.
The IPO gives members of the public an opportunity to become shareholders in the refinery, but investors are being reminded that buying shares comes with risks and does not mean owning or controlling the company.
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So This Happened (EP 425) reviews: 46 arrested after Peter Obi’s convoy was blocked in Benue
Peter Obi’s convoy was forced to turn back in Benue State after a crowd reportedly blocked the Makurdi-Gboko federal highway during his planned visit to Yelwata. Obi described the people as suspected thugs, while the Benue State Government denied involvement in the incident.
The police have confirmed that the convoy was obstructed and said 46 people have been arrested following an intelligence-led operation. Investigations are ongoing to determine who mobilised the crowd and their motive.
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So This Happened (EP 425) reviews: NAFDAC boss refuses to resign amid calls over fake products
NAFDAC Director-General, Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has rejected calls for her resignation amid renewed concerns over fake and substandard medicines, food, drinks, cosmetics and other regulated products. When asked when she would resign during a media briefing in Lagos, Adeyeye laughed before defending her record and making it clear that she was not stepping down.
NAFDAC says it has seized and destroyed fake and substandard products worth more than ₦1.5 trillion since 2023, while 7,210 non-compliant products were removed between May and July 2026. The development has renewed questions about NAFDAC’s effectiveness and how Nigerians can be sure the products they buy are genuine.
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So This Happened (EP 425) reviews: Kara Bridge repairs cause major traffic on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
Repairs on Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway have caused major traffic congestion after sections of the bridge were closed for the replacement of damaged expansion joints. The gridlock has affected motorists travelling between Lagos and Ogun, with commuters reporting long delays, increased fuel consumption and missed appointments.
The Federal Government says the repairs are expected to last about two weeks, with completion scheduled for September 22, subject to construction conditions. FRSC, police and other traffic officials have been deployed, while motorists have been advised to consider alternative routes.
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