27 h. ago Allegation Linking PINL To Ugborodo Oil Facility Protest Misleading, Says Warri Monarch’s Rep

  The sole representative of the Olu of Warri to NNPC/JV Partners, Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema, has described allegation linking oil surveillance company, Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) to the protest which disrupted Ogidigben oil field in Ugborodo, Warri South-West local government area of Delta State as totally misleading and false. Edema’s reaction followed remarks […]

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6 d. ago N’Delta group protests in London, seeks investigation into oil facility guard’s death

Niger Delta environmental activists based in the United Kingdom have called on the Federal Government to ensure justice for a coordinator with Tantita Security Services Limited, Ikerete Udo, who was reportedly killed while on duty protecting oil facilities in the region. The activists, under the umbrella of the Niger Delta Environmental Justice Coalition, staged a Read More

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1 week ago Bayelsa monarchs, PINL rally support to protect oil pipelines from vandalism

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The monarchs from oil-producing communities in Bayelsa State and Pipeline Infrastructure Nigerian Limited (PINL) have reiterated the need to protect oil pipelines in their communities from vandalism. Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum in Yenagoa, pioneer chairman of the Bayelsa State Traditional Rulers Council and Ibenanaowei of Bomo Kingdom, King Warri Joshua […] The post Bayelsa monarchs, PINL rally support to protect oil pipelines from vandalism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, a monarch truly worth celebrating

By Ifetayo Adeniyi and Ikenna Ukwa As the sun rises over the historic Warri Kingdom, the air thrums with anticipation. Drums echo, voices rise in song, and the vibrant hues of traditional attire paint the streets in celebration. Today marks the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, a day […] The post Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, a monarch truly worth celebrating appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

…says Bodo attack on pipeline was clear sabotage With bombings and attacks on oil facilities in Rivers State in the read more Attacks on oil facilities: Pipeline protection firm moves to take back initiative, schedules meetings with groups

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2 w. ago Chinese Chamber denies involvement in immigration officer shooting in Minna

The China General Chamber of Commerce in Nigeria has dismissed allegations linking a Chinese company to the shooting of an read more Chinese Chamber denies involvement in immigration officer shooting in Minna

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2 w. ago Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo

Tribune Online Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu   • I have never met him, I had no transaction with him • Money transfer allegation aimed at sacking Lagos gov Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar reacted to reports linking him to a secret funding arrangement by the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, ahead of the 2023 presidential election, declaring that he has […] Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Fake pipeline explosion videos circulating, Fubara tells police

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has raised the alarm over fake reports of pipeline explosions in the state, urging security agencies to investigate and take action against those spreading false information. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, Fubara dismissed viral videos of alleged attacks on oil and gas facilities Read More

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2 w. ago Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara

Insists on evidence-based discourse From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned what it describes as unsubstantiated and reckless allegations by key federal officials linking suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta. The rights group, in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, […] The post Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago HURIWA Slams Fagbemi, Onanuga Over Unverified Allegations Against Fubara

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned recent allegations made by top federal officials linking Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta, describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Monday, HURIWA’s National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, faulted accusations from Attorney […]

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3 w. ago Gas facility erupts in flames as Rivers records second explosion

An explosion took place at the Soku oil facility in Akuku Toru Local Government Area barely one week after a similar incident on the Trans Niger Pipeline in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State. The explosion was confirmed on Sunday by the Youths and Environmental Advocacy Centre (YEAC-Nigeria), an NGO with links in […] The post Gas facility erupts in flames as Rivers records second explosion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago QNET Condemns Brand Misuse, Denies Involvement In EFCC Fraud Investigation

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness direct-selling company, has strongly condemned the misuse of its brand by fraudulent actors following the recent arrest of 28 individuals by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Minna, Niger state. The company firmly denies any involvement in the alleged Ponzi scheme linked to these individuals and reiterates […]

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3 w. ago Fraud Allegation: Abuja Residents Seek Fair Hearing For FCDA Executive Secretary

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are advocating for a fair hearing for Engr. Richard Yunana, the Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), following allegations of compensation fraud linked to his office. News reports surfaced on Monday, claiming that Yunana attempted to defraud victims of demolitions in Gishiri Village out of […]

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3 w. ago Rivers: Sources divided over pipeline fire incident in Omoku areas

…As security agencies hunt for motive of oil facility bombings Sources are divided over what looks like another attack of read more Rivers: Sources divided over pipeline fire incident in Omoku areas

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3 w. ago Explosion Hits Oil Facility As Angry Protesters Storm Rivers Community

Explosion has occurred at a pipeline located in the Omwawriwa axis of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development is coming, following some hours after a similar incident happened at the Trans Niger Pipeline operated by Shell in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area on Monday night. The […] The post Explosion Hits Oil Facility As Angry Protesters Storm Rivers Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Niger Delta group says pipeline explosion caused by sabotage

A group has come out to say the bombing of oil facilities is pure act of sabotage. The Niger Delta read more Niger Delta group says pipeline explosion caused by sabotage

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3 w. ago Another explosion hits Rivers oil facility, protesters block East

Another explosion has occurred at a pipeline manifold in the Omwawriwa axis of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State on Tuesday. This comes just hours after a similar explosion rocked the Trans Niger Pipeline operated by Shell in Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area. The latest incident reportedly occurred at a manifold connecting a federal Read More

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3 w. ago NSCDC nabs 17 suspects behind officer’s murder, oil facility attacks

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad has arrested 17 suspects linked to a recent attack on oil and gas installations in the Niger Delta. The arrest was stated in a statement signed by the corps spokesman, Afolabi Babawale, on Monday. According to the statement, the operation, which took place Read More

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