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Activists oppose Nigeria oil decommissioning commission

Environmental groups in Nigeria are fiercely opposing a new bill that would establish a commission for decommissioning oil and gas installations, warning it could worsen pollution in the Niger Delta region.

OPEC Poised for Major Oil Production Increase

OPEC+ considers significant oil output hike as energy markets face mounting pressure from supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions. Key decisions expected in upcoming meeting.

FG Pays ₦12B Health Workers Arrears in 72 Hours

Federal Government commits to settling ₦11.995 billion in withheld salaries for doctors and healthcare professionals, promising payment within three days to resolve lingering industrial disputes.

Navy dismantles illegal refinery, arrests 7 in Ondo

In a major security operation, the Nigerian Navy has dismantled an illegal refinery and arrested seven individuals across multiple communities in Ondo State, dealing a significant blow to oil theft activities in the region.

Oil Marketers Warn Against Monopoly in Nigeria

Major petroleum marketers in Nigeria are raising concerns about market dominance and calling for transparent access to facilities to ensure fair competition in the downstream oil sector.

Tinubu Excludes Drug Traffickers from Pardon List

President Tinubu makes decisive move in pardon review, blocking convicts of serious crimes like drug trafficking, human trafficking, and kidnapping from receiving presidential clemency in latest executive action.

Tinubu removes Maryam Sanda from pardon list

President Bola Tinubu makes dramatic revision to clemency list, excluding Maryam Sanda convicted of husband's murder. Revised list signals stricter approach to pardon eligibility.

Navy dismantles illegal oil refinery in Ondo

In a major crackdown on oil theft, the Nigerian Navy has raided and completely dismantled a sophisticated illegal refinery operation hidden within Ondo State's riverine communities.

Economic Saboteurs Threaten Dangote Refinery - NAPS

The National Association of Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff calls for immediate federal intervention to protect Africa's largest refinery from economic saboteurs undermining Nigeria's energy independence.

Gombe School Census Targets Education Reform

Gombe State government initiates comprehensive school census to identify and solve critical educational challenges, from infrastructure gaps to teacher shortages.

Foreigners Face Court Over ₦12B Oil Theft in Nigeria

Nigeria's anti-graft agency EFCC has arraigned three foreign nationals and a vessel for allegedly stealing crude oil worth ₦12 billion. The shocking case reveals sophisticated oil theft operations in Nigerian maritime territory.

Nigeria Clears Massive Passport Backlog - Reps Hail Minister

In a major breakthrough for Nigerian immigration services, the House of Representatives Committee on Interior has commended Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for successfully clearing over 200,000 passport application backlogs within three weeks, marking a sign

Equinor's $251M Loss: Nigerian Oil Prices Plunge

Norwegian energy giant Equinor reports staggering $251 million quarterly loss as Nigerian crude prices tumble amid global market volatility. Discover how this impacts Africa's largest oil producer.

Nigeria's Metering Crisis: 100K vs 7M Target

Nigeria faces a massive electricity metering gap with only 100,000 meters installed against a 7 million target. Minister Adebayo Adelabu's ambitious plan aims to transform the power sector amid growing consumer frustration.

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