By Korede Abdullah in Lagos Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has invited investors in the energy sector to partner with the state, citing a huge energy market. He made this call while commissioning the first phase of the 11 Megawatts Ibadan Hybrid Power Plant, the state’s first Independent Power Project. The power plant, a private…
Residents of Abuja, Nasarawa State, and surrounding areas should brace for temporary disruptions in electricity supply as the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) undertakes maintenance work in collaboration with the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). In a statement issued on Friday, December 6, 2024, AEDC revealed that the upcoming exercise will target essential enhancements at…
The Nigerian troops of the Operation Delta Safe have saved the country from losing crude oil valued at an estimated sum over #57 bn (N57,052,218,551.00) only, since January. The Director, Defence Media Operations DMO, Major General Edward Buba disclosed this on Thursday, while briefing the press on the activities of military operations across the various…
The Anambra State Government has approved a budget of N54.9 billion for infrastructure projects, including roads, streetlights, and education, as part of its drive to boost development across the state. The decision was made at the 36th State Executive Council meeting and announced by the Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, on Wednesday. “This is part…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the retirement of over 1,000 staff members of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the associated ₦50 billion payoff scheme. This decision came after a motion of urgent public importance, sponsored by Dr. Kama Nkemkama, a member representing Ebonyi State, was adopted…
In a significant step to enhance economic relations, Nigeria and South Africa have officially launched the Joint Ministerial Advisory Council on Industry, Trade, and Investment. This partnership aims to tackle trade issues and promote investment possibilities between the two largest economies in Africa. In a statement issued on Wednesday, by the Special Adviser to the…
South Africa is seeking to collaborate with Nigeria to harness its lithium reserves, a critical mineral for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his country’s interest in partnering with Nigeria to drive the green energy transition and support the development of EV batteries on Tuesday in Cape Town, South Africa, as disclosed in…
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has raised concerns over oil companies’ growing reliance on foreign workers, particularly Indians, and their failure to hire qualified Nigerians. The President of PENGASSAN, Festus Osifo, warned that the union is preparing for a confrontation with firms prioritising expatriates, a practice he argues contravenes…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has strengthened its partnership with the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to combat petroleum smuggling. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, hosted representatives of IPMAN, NMDPRA, and Dangote Refineries at the NCS Abuja headquarters…
Kano state Chief Judge, Justice Dije Aboki, has urged lawmakers to expedite the passage of the Whistle Blower Bill, which she believes will further support the fight against corruption. Aboki stated that the fight against corruption is not only a legal obligation but also a moral one, as corruption undermines governance, weakens institutions, and erodes…
