2 h. ago We have enough petrol for local demands, Dangote assures Nigerians

Aliko Dangote has said that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has enough Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol, in storage to meet Nigeria’s demand. Speaking over the weekend after a tour of the refinery by Zambia’s Minister of Energy, Makozo Chikote, Dangote revealed that the facility has over half a billion litres of refined petroleum Read More

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3 h. ago Dangote Refinery produces 57 million litres of petrol daily, meets Nigeria’s local demand

Dangote group has announced that the Dangote Refinery is now refining 57 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly read more Dangote Refinery produces 57 million litres of petrol daily, meets Nigeria’s local demand

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5 h. ago PETROAN lauds Tinubu’s ban on large fuel trucks, raises job loss concerns

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria has praised President Bola Tinubu for banning trucks carrying over 60,000 litres of hydrocarbon products, a move aimed at curbing tanker accidents and explosions. Effective March 1, 2025, the ban prohibits trucks exceeding 60,000 litres from loading at depots, while from Q4 2025, trucks carrying over Read More

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5 h. ago Army destroys 18 illegal refineries, arrests 17 in Niger Delta

The 6 Division, Nigerian Army has said its operatives have destroyed 18 illegal refining sites, ten boats used for the illicit activity, and arrested 17 suspects in the Niger Delta region. The Army further said no fewer than 25,000 litres of stolen products were recovered during a raid of selected spots in Rivers, Bayelsa and Read More

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10 h. ago Ayra Starr, Tems watch Arsenal lose to West Ham at Emirates Stadium, meet Bukayo Saka

By Seyi Babalola Two of Nigeria’s vocal powerhouses, Tems and Ayra Starr, carried a wave of star power to the Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal’s hopes were dashed by West Ham. Arsenal, contending with Liverpool for the title, suffered a humiliating 1-0 defeat at home. Despite their dismay, Tems and Ayra Star made the night unforgettable. […] The post Ayra Starr, Tems watch Arsenal lose to West Ham at Emirates Stadium, meet Bukayo Saka appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative

Tribune Online Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative In a significant move to drive economic growth and development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company. The discussions focused on fostering youth empowerment, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) development, and expanding Nigeria’s digital economy. This meeting builds on the Federal Ministry of Youth […] Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative Tribune Online

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53 h. ago ‘No More Wahala, Na Money I Dey Look For’ – Portable Reassures Fans After Meeting Bail Conditions

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has pledged to stay out of trouble after his recent legal confrontation with the Ogun State government. This comes just after the singer was granted bail of ₦2 million in relation to accusations of assaulting government officials at his bar. After being previously listed as wanted, […] The post ‘No More Wahala, Na Money I Dey Look For’ – Portable Reassures Fans After Meeting Bail Conditions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Stop petrol imports, Dangote holds 500 millions litres stock, Refinery owners tell FG

Refinery owners in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to immediately halt the importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), read more Stop petrol imports, Dangote holds 500 millions litres stock, Refinery owners tell FG

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62 h. ago ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements

Ahead of 2027 general election, Labour Party has insisted that candidate willing to contest for any position under the party must meet up with party’s requirements. LP denied viral report, claiming that its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and Abia State Governor, Alex Otti have been given automatic tickets for the next election. INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post ‘No Automatic Tickets For Obi, Otti In 2027″ – LP insists, Says Candidates Must Meet Party’s Requirements appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Wike pledges support for business growth, meets Egyptian, Moroccan envoys

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering a conducive business environment in Abuja during meetings with the Egyptian and Moroccan ambassadors on Thursday. During the meeting with Egyptian Ambassador, Mohammed Fouad, he emphasised the longstanding relationship between Nigeria and Egypt, according […] The post Wike pledges support for business growth, meets Egyptian, Moroccan envoys appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago U.S. Ambassador Dismisses Claims Of USAID Funding Boko Haram

The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has categorically denied allegations that the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is funding Boko Haram or any other terrorist group in Nigeria. Mills made this statement on Wednesday after meeting with the Nigeria Governors Forum in Abuja, emphasizing that the US government has found no […] The post U.S. Ambassador Dismisses Claims Of USAID Funding Boko Haram appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tanker Fires: FG Bans 60,000 Litres Capacity Trucks From Lifting Petroleum Products

The federal government has banned fuel tankers with a 60,000 litres capacity from loading and transporting petroleum products from the various depots across the country, effective from March 1, 2025. Also, by the fourth quarter of 2025, the transportation of petroleum in trucks exceeding 45,000 litres will also be prohibited. This move comes after a […]

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3 d. ago No evidence USAID funds Boko Haram, says US envoy to Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, has asserted that there is no evidence linking the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to the funding of Boko Haram or any terrorist organisations. He stated this after a meeting with the Nigeria Governors’ Forum in Abuja on Wednesday night, emphasising […] The post No evidence USAID funds Boko Haram, says US envoy to Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Dangote, NNPCL refineries not supplying 50% local fuel demand –FG

Despite having a combined refining capacity of 985,000 barrels per day, the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, has disclosed that the country’s three operational refineries contribute less than 50 per cent of the nation’s daily petrol consumption. It said the significant shortfall was being filled through the importation of Read More

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3 d. ago Imported, locally refined fuel meets standards – NMDPRA chief

The Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Ahmed Farouk, has dismissed recent claims questioning the quality of fuel in circulation across the country, describing them as bogus, misleading and unscientific. Farouk stated this on Wednesday in Abuja while briefing newsmen shortly after its Stakeholders Technical Committee Meeting. He assured Nigerians Read More

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4 d. ago Pounds Wants Nigeria’s Healthcare System To Prioritise Clinical Malnutrition Amid Crisis

The president of the West African Society of Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN), Dr Theresa Pounds, has raised concern over the high rate of clinical malnutrition, which poses a major threat and affecting patients’ health and recovery rate in hospitals across Nigeria. Speaking at a virtual meeting with journalists, Dr Pounds charged the Federal, State […]

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4 d. ago Nigerian farmers seek establishment of commodity boards to streamline food prices

Tribune Online Nigerian farmers seek establishment of commodity boards to streamline food prices Farmers’ groups in Nigeria, under the aegis of the Farmers Economic Empowerment Association (FEEMA), have urged the federal and state governments to set up Commodity Boards to streamline agricultural produce and benefit farmers on their produce. The farmers’ groups, drawn from Ekiti, Kogi, Kwara, Niger, Ogun, Osun and Oyo, made the appeal at its meeting […] Nigerian farmers seek establishment of commodity boards to streamline food prices Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Mathematician advocates for change of 1999 constitution, cites fundamental flaws

Peter Lassa has called for a drastic overhaul of Nigeria's 1999 Constitution, citing its inherent flaws and inability to meet the aspirations read more Mathematician advocates for change of 1999 constitution, cites fundamental flaws

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5 d. ago Aliko Dangote Reveals $23bn Refinery Project Was ‘Biggest Risk’ Of His Life

Nigerian business magnate Aliko Dangote has disclosed that his ambitious $23 billion refinery project was the most daunting challenge he has ever undertaken. In a candid interview with Forbes on Monday, Dangote shared the enormity of the risks involved in establishing the massive venture. “It was the biggest risk of my life. If this didn’t […] The post Aliko Dangote Reveals $23bn Refinery Project Was ‘Biggest Risk’ Of His Life appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago FG seeks fair visa policies to boost Nigeria’s global trade presence

Tribune Online FG seeks fair visa policies to boost Nigeria’s global trade presence The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has called for a more liberal visa regime for Nigerian companies planning to establish businesses in foreign countries. The Minister made the call in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Sunday when he represented President Bola Tinubu at a meeting with the executive members of the Nigerian Community […] FG seeks fair visa policies to boost Nigeria’s global trade presence Tribune Online

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