Dangote Refinery Blames Ex-NMDPRA for Petrol Import Spike
Dangote Refinery denies supply breakdown with marketers, accuses former NMDPRA leaders of licensing excessive petrol imports in late 2025. IPMAN supports local refinery capacity.
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Dangote Petitions EFCC Over Ex-NMDPRA Boss's $7M Scandal
Aliko Dangote files a corruption petition with the EFCC against former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed, alleging abuse of office and $7 million spent on children's elite education. Read the full details.
Dangote Drags Ex-NMDPRA Boss to EFCC Over Corruption
Aliko Dangote petitions EFCC to probe former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed for alleged abuse of office and corrupt enrichment. The billionaire pledges to provide evidence to fast-track prosecution.
Dangote Petitions EFCC Over Ex-NMDPRA Boss Farouk Ahmed
Aliko Dangote petitions EFCC to probe former NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed for alleged abuse of office and corrupt enrichment. Details on the $7M foreign education scandal inside.
Nigeria's Fuel Imports Soar to 1.8mMT, Highest in 12 Months
Nigeria's reliance on imported petrol surges to 1.8 million metric tonnes as local refining falters. New regulators face pressure to fix the oil sector amid a price war. Read the full analysis.
Ogoni Stakeholders React to Abe, Kobani Board Nominations
Ogoni stakeholders commend Magnus Abe and Kenneth Kobani's nominations to NUPRC and NMDPRA boards but insist appointments don't signal oil resumption. They demand environmental cleanup first.
Dangote Refinery Denies Shutdown, Produces 50m Litres Daily
Dangote Refinery dismisses false shutdown claims, confirms daily production of 50 million litres of PMS and maintains N699/litre price. Read the full details.
Wike Hails Tinubu's Nomination of Kenneth Kobani
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike celebrates the nomination of Kenneth Kobani to the NMDPRA board by President Bola Tinubu. Read about the political implications and public reactions.
Tinubu nominates 21 for oil, gas regulatory boards
President Bola Tinubu has sent 21 nominees for the boards of NUPRC and NMDPRA to the Senate for confirmation, aiming to strengthen governance and PIA reforms. Read the full list.
Tinubu Nominates 21 Board Members for Oil Regulators
President Bola Tinubu has sent 21 nominees for the boards of NMDPRA and NUPRC to the Senate for confirmation. This move aims to advance reforms in Nigeria's crucial oil and gas sector.
Dangote Cuts Fuel Price, Takes on Regulator in 2025
Aliko Dangote emerges as a 2025 hero, slashing fuel prices and challenging regulatory corruption. His 'no gree' stance echoes a national demand for accountability and consumer rights. Read the full story.
Dangote Refinery's 2025 Crisis: Unions, Pricing & Regulation
Nigeria's oil sector faced major tensions in 2025 as Dangote Refinery clashed with unions, marketers, and regulators over labour rights, pricing, and market control. Explore the full review of the crisis and its implications for 2026.
Obi Reframes $5m School Fees as National Moral Test
Peter Obi shifts the Dangote-Farouk debate to Nigeria's education inequality, showing how $5m could build 25 schools for 6,000 students. A call for public conscience.
Nigeria's Oil Sector: PIA Fails, Distrust Deepens
Despite the Petroleum Industry Act, Nigeria's oil sector remains mired in opacity. NEITI recovers billions, but Dangote Refinery clashes with NMDPRA, exposing deep-seated governance failures. Read the full analysis.
ICPC Summons Dangote Over Petition Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss
The ICPC has summoned business magnate Aliko Dangote to appear before its investigators regarding his petition alleging corruption against former NMDPRA MD Ahmed Farouk. Read the full details.
ICPC Invites Dangote in $7M Ex-NMDPRA Boss Probe
The ICPC has invited Aliko Dangote to provide evidence in his corruption petition against former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed, who allegedly misused over $7 million in public funds. The probe continues despite Ahmed's resignation.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Fuel Price to N699/Litre in Lagos
Dangote Refinery announces a new petrol price of N699 per litre at its Lagos gantry, offering hope for cheaper fuel nationwide. Nigerians react as calls grow to end fuel imports.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Fuel Price to N699/Litre
Dangote Refinery reduces petrol price to N699 per litre at its Lagos gantry, exciting Nigerians and prompting calls to end fuel imports. Read public reactions and details.
Senate Confirms New CEOs for Petroleum Agencies
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Saidu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as CEOs of NMDPRA and NUPRC. Read about their confirmation process and the expectations for Nigeria's oil sector.
Senate Confirms New NMDPRA, NUPRC CEOs After Resignations
The Senate has confirmed new heads for Nigeria's oil regulatory bodies following the resignations of Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe amid serious corruption allegations from Aliko Dangote. Read the full details of the scandal and swift political response
Oshiomhole Questions New NMDPRA CEO on Policy Direction
Senator Adams Oshiomhole challenged the new NMDPRA CEO to abandon his predecessor's 'shameful' policies and prioritize protecting local industries for job creation. Watch the video.
Ahmed defends $5M education spending, welcomes probe
Outgoing NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed dismisses allegations of spending $5m on children's education abroad, invites anti-graft agencies to investigate. Senators Oshiomhole and Jimkuta celebrate his exit, while new nominees chart ambitious reform paths for Nige
Senators Celebrate Exit of Petroleum Regulators, Demand Change
Senators Adams Oshiomhole and David Jimkuta hailed the removal of Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe, criticizing policies that hurt local refining. Read their demands for the new nominees.
Probe Ex-NMDPRA Boss Despite Resignation – Timi Frank
Comrade Timi Frank insists anti-graft agencies must investigate Farouk Ahmed after his resignation. He warns that silence on the $7 million allegations could erode public trust and hurt Nigeria's investment climate.
Frank Demands EFCC, ICPC Probe After NMDPRA Boss Resigns
Activist Timi Frank insists resignation isn't enough, calls for EFCC and ICPC to probe ex-NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed over Dangote's $7M allegations. Urges Tinubu to act.
NBA: Resignation Not Exoneration for Ex-NMDPRA CEO
The Nigerian Bar Association insists on a full investigation into Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations against Farouk Ahmed, warning that resignation must not end the matter. Read the full story.
Tinubu meets oil regulator chief after Dangote's allegations
President Tinubu held a private meeting with NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following explosive allegations by Aliko Dangote of corruption and economic sabotage in Nigeria's oil sector.
NMDPRA, NUPRC Chiefs Resign After Dangote's Allegations
President Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for new oil sector chiefs after Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe resign. The move follows Aliko Dangote's public allegations of multi-million dollar school fees payments. Read the full details.
Farouk Ahmed Resigns as NMDPRA Boss, Tinubu Nominates Successor
President Tinubu nominates new NMDPRA CEO after Farouk Ahmed's resignation amid Dangote's allegations. Get the full details on the leadership shake-up in Nigeria's oil sector.
Saidu Aliyu Mohammed Appointed NMDPRA CEO by Tinubu
President Tinubu appoints Engr. Saidu Aliyu Mohammed as new NMDPRA CEO following Farouq Ahmed's resignation. Learn about his 37-year career in oil & gas.
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