10 h. ago CBN governor Cardoso declares bold monetary reform in talk with Robinson

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, on Friday, held a pivotal exchange with renowned economist and read more CBN governor Cardoso declares bold monetary reform in talk with Robinson

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12 h. ago N300m Gift: Wike Slams NBA Over Emergency Rule In Rivers, Says Criticism Financially Motivated

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesome Wike has berated Nigerian Bar Association over its stance on the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers state. Speaking during a press conference in Abuja on Friday, Wike alleged that NBA’s criticism of the state of emergency in the oil rich state was influenced by the N300 million […] The post N300m Gift: Wike Slams NBA Over Emergency Rule In Rivers, Says Criticism Financially Motivated appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago 7 reasons marriage green card gets denied (and how to avoid them)

Marriage has become a go-to route for those looking to secure residency in the United States. With other visa options read more 7 reasons marriage green card gets denied (and how to avoid them)

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16 h. ago Customs intercepts illicit drugs, crude oil, others worth over N1bn

By Steve Agbota Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘C’ Owerri of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Friday, said that it intercepted illicit drugs and other contraband worth over N1.010 billion within one month. Notable among the illicit goods intercepted include bales of Cannabis Sativa, parcels of Canadian Loud, petroleum products, and foreign parboiled rice, among others. […] The post Customs intercepts illicit drugs, crude oil, others worth over N1bn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago “I’m Unhappy With Emergency Rule, I Wanted Fubara’s Removal, But Tinubu Saved Rivers” – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that his plan was to get Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara removed and not to be suspended. Wike noted that President Bola Tinubu saved the oil rich state from crisis and anarchy by suspending Governor Fubara and declaring a state of emergency in the state. […] The post “I’m Unhappy With Emergency Rule, I Wanted Fubara’s Removal, But Tinubu Saved Rivers” – Wike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms

By Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has secured the approval of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its certification programs. This serves as part of its efforts to enhance professional capacity and credibility within the nation’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson […] The post Petroleum engineers secure NBTE certification, moves to rebrand for industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illicit crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe area of Abuja. This was revealed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale. Seven people connected to the illicit production and distribution of crude oil were also confirmed to have been […] The post NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago PwC says CBN must maintain tightening to stabilise naira, curb inflation

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) may maintain a hawkish monetary stance this year with “elevated interest rate” to shore read more PwC says CBN must maintain tightening to stabilise naira, curb inflation

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41 h. ago Ponzi scams: CBEX crash highlights need for public awareness, investment regulation

They come with different names but their configuration remains the same, and every time Nigerians fall for them, losing millions of naira in the process. In this piece, OLUWAKEMI ABIMBOLA explores Ponzi schemes that promise wealth but deliver tears and heartbreak to unsuspecting clients “I was sure that CBEX was my breakthrough,” said Adekemi Fakoya, Read More

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48 h. ago Nigerian Petroleum Engineers Institute To Drive Oil Industry Growth

The Nigerian Institution of Petroleum Engineers (NiPeTE), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, has announced plans to rebrand as the Nigerian Institute of Petroleum and Gas Engineers, as part of a strategic move to enhance professionalism and drive growth in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Chairperson of NiPeTE, Engr. Prisca Kanebi, disclosed this […]

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48 h. ago NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production

From Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced ambitious goals to attract $60 billion in sectoral investment and achieve a daily crude oil production of two million barrels per day (bpd). Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari shared these targets at a townhall meeting held at NNPC Towers in Abuja on […] The post NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Net FX earnings drop to $4.8bn in January on reduced CBN inflows

.As naira holds steady at official market Net foreign exchange inflows into the Nigerian economy declined to $4.79 billion in read more Net FX earnings drop to $4.8bn in January on reduced CBN inflows

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50 h. ago Gunmen Invade Senator Natasha’s Family House In Kogi, Destroy Properties Worth Millions Of Naira

Some yet to be identified gunmen have invaded the family house of suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. It was gathered that the building, located at Obeiba-Ihima area of Kogi State, was raided on Tuesday by criminal elements, and destroyed some properties worth millions of naira during the operation. In a statement by […] The post Gunmen Invade Senator Natasha’s Family House In Kogi, Destroy Properties Worth Millions Of Naira appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Military uncovers 42 illegal refineries, nabs 42 oil thieves – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters has said the troops of Operation Delta Safe have, in the last week, discovered and deactivated no fewer than 42 illegal refining sites in the Niger Delta region. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye, made this known in a weekly report of ongoing military operations on Thursday in Abuja. Kangye Read More

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52 h. ago Chinese sharing cash in viral video gave in good faith – Jiang Daosong

A viral video depicting Chinese nationals distributing naira notes to uniformed Nigerian police officers lined up in formation had ignited a wave of public anger and calls for reform within the Nigeria Police Force. The footage, which rapidly spread across social media platforms on Tuesday, showed the armed officers receiving cash in what appeared to […] The post Chinese sharing cash in viral video gave in good faith – Jiang Daosong appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Goldman says devaluation on cards again for Naira as oil sinks

Nigeria may have to devalue its naira again as sliding oil prices triggered by US President Donald Trump’s trade war read more Goldman says devaluation on cards again for Naira as oil sinks

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54 h. ago Anambra: Billionaire Arthur Eze endorses Soludo for second term

Says God has anointed governor for 8 years in office From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Anambra-born billionaire oil magnate Prince Arthur Eze has thrown his weight behind the re-election of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, describing the governor as divinely anointed to lead and rebuild the state. Speaking while playing host to Gov. Soludo in his Abuja […] The post Anambra: Billionaire Arthur Eze endorses Soludo for second term appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago NSCDC uncovers five illegal crude oil dumps in Abuja, arrests seven

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illegal crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe axis of Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, on Thursday in Abuja. The corps also confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to the illegal crude oil production and distribution. Read More

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58 h. ago Low margins, liquidity crunch put Nigeria’s downstream oil sector under pressure

The financial health of Nigeria’s downstream oil sector is coming under fresh scrutiny. Despite robust revenue growth across leading players, read more Low margins, liquidity crunch put Nigeria’s downstream oil sector under pressure

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62 h. ago Korean Intelligence Service Seeks Extradition Of Arrested Drug Baron

The National Intelligence Service of the Republic of Korea (NIS) has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its exceptional effort and professionalism in apprehending a wanted 59-year-old drug baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff, whose 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across the world, was […]

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