ABUJA — Nigeria could add over 500 million barrels to its national oil reserves through the full development of existing oil fields, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). This major revelation was made by the Commission’s Chief Executive, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, during a presentation at the NOG Energy Week 2025 in Abuja….
In a significant milestone for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has announced 100% availability on all major crude oil pipelines across the country throughout June 2025. This breakthrough was revealed by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of NNPC Ltd., Mr. Bashir Ojulari, during his keynote address…
A coalition of aggrieved contractors under the banner of Concerned Local Contractors staged a peaceful protest in Abuja on Monday, decrying the Federal Government’s prolonged failure to pay for projects executed since January 2025. The protest, which took place at the Federal Ministry of Finance headquarters, highlighted the growing financial hardship faced by local contractors…
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has called on the Federal Government to urgently release the two-month withheld salaries owed to its members who participated in the 2022 nationwide strike. This demand was made during the union’s 51st National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, held at Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Wudil,…
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has strongly criticized Africa’s political leadership, stating that many African leaders lack the basic economic knowledge necessary for driving sustainable development on the continent. Speaking at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM2025) held on Thursday in Abuja, Obasanjo linked the continent’s underdevelopment, rampant corruption, and dependence on foreign aid to…
Former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, on Friday, urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to release his international passport to enable him to travel abroad for urgent medical attention. Bello is currently facing trial by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged money laundering involving ₦80.2 billion during his time as…
President Bola Tinubu has signed into law four significant tax reform bills aimed at simplifying Nigeria’s tax system, promoting fairness, and boosting government revenue without increasing the burden on vulnerable citizens. The move comes as part of the administration’s broader plan to raise Nigeria’s tax-to-GDP ratio from 10% to 18% by 2026, aligning with the…
Abuja, Nigeria – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter of the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened a total shutdown of activities in Abuja following the lingering strike by area council workers. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the FCT NLC Chairman, Dr. Stephen Knabayi, said the union plans to mobilize members for…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Tuesday for a one-day working visit to commission a series of key infrastructure projects executed under the leadership of Governor Abdullahi Sule during his second term in office. The President touched down at Usman Danfodio Airport to a warm reception by Governor Sule, alongside former…
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has announced a massive N2 billion intervention fund for the development of critical infrastructure at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Ojere, Abeokuta. In addition, the governor awarded a N2.5 million cash prize to each of the institution’s best graduating students from the 2015/2016 to 2023/2024 academic sessions. The announcement was…
