14 h. ago VIDEO: Pregnant woman dies after allegedly being denied treatment over ₦500,000 deposit

A pregnant woman in labour has tragically passed away after allegedly being denied treatment at a hospital due to her inability to pay a ₦500,000 deposit. The heartbreaking ordeal was first shared on Instagram in February by her husband, Akinbobola Folajimi, and recently gained widespread attention on X, formerly known as Twitter. In the video, Read More

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28 h. ago Heirs Energies advises Congo on 500,000 p/d oil crude production target

Heirs Energies Chief Executive Officer Osayande Igiehon has advised the Republic of Congo on its plan to ramp up crude production to 500,000 barrels per day. Igiehon spoke on African energy leadership at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum held recently in Brazzaville. Speaking on the themes ‘Energy & Investment Outlook’ and ’Field Development Read More

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44 h. ago NSCDC impounds truck loaded with 70,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Port Harcourt

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intercepted a long container truck loaded with approximately 70,000 litres of read more NSCDC impounds truck loaded with 70,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Port Harcourt

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65 h. ago Oil theft: Troops arrest 39 suspects, dismantle 18 bunkering sites

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, have arrested 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantled 18 illegal refining sites in the ongoing crackdown against crude oil theft (COT) as well as other associated crimes conducted in the Niger Delta Region (NDR) from March 24 to 30, 2025. Acting Deputy Director, 6 […] The post Oil theft: Troops arrest 39 suspects, dismantle 18 bunkering sites appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Surveillance Firm Moves To Avert More Pipeline Explosions In Niger Delta

Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), the firm responsible for securing the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP), has began moves to avert further explosions of the pipeline, which supplies crude oil to the Bonny oil terminal in Rivers State. To this end, the firm has scheduled its stakeholders engagement with all communities and relevant stakeholders on the […]

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4 d. ago Troops foil oil theft worth over ₦536 million, recover 392,174 litres of stolen crude oil in major crackdown.

The Nigerian military has thwarted oil theft worth over ₦536,735,709.00 and neutralised scores of terrorists, recovering 392,174 litres of stolen read more Troops foil oil theft worth over ₦536 million, recover 392,174 litres of stolen crude oil in major crackdown.

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s crude suffers low demand, cargoes await buyers — Report

Crude oil grades from Nigeria have faced tepid demand in the April trade cycle as ample availability of lower-priced alternatives such as US WTI, Caspian CPC Blend, and other Mediterranean grades enticed European buyers. Argus Media, an independent energy and commodity price benchmarks provider, reported this on Thursday. The report stated that the trade cycle Read More

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5 d. ago NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan

Tribune Online NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Sawyerr, in a statement on Friday in Abuja, extolled President Tinubu’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda. He reiterated the President’s dedication […] NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Experts lament as crude shortage, funds ground seven refineries

The persistent unavailability of crude oil has significantly hindered investments in the establishment and full capacity operations of seven new and existing refineries across the country, local refiners stated on Thursday. They also warned that without a steady and reliable supply of crude, the ambitious objective to attract investors and investments aimed at boosting local Read More

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6 d. ago Navy cracks down on illegal refineries in Delta, seizes stolen crude

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism with the discovery and deactivation of three illegal refining sites in Oteghele, a community in the Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. Personnel from the Forward Operating Base Escravos carried out the operation on March 24 as part of Read More

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7 d. ago Reports on termination of 3,000 staff’s appointments false — IBEDC

Tribune Online Reports on termination of 3,000 staff’s appointments false — IBEDC commends FG, NLC intervention in face-off The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has described the reported termination of appointment of 3,000 staff as it put its total staff strength at 2,500   In a statement made available to the newsmen, the Coordinating Head Corporate Services at IBEDC, Angela Olanrewaju, faulted the report that the company […] Reports on termination of 3,000 staff’s appointments false — IBEDC Tribune Online

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1 week ago HURIWA lauds FG’s partnership with Tantita, PAP in securing Nigeria’s oil assets

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria has commended the Federal Government for its continued partnership with key stakeholders in securing the country’s oil assets, describing the collaboration as instrumental in reducing crude oil theft and boosting national revenue. In a statement released on Sunday, HURIWA applauded the government’s support for Tantita Security Services Nigeria Read More

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1 week ago Ilaje Community Seeks Support For 5,000 Victims Of Demolition

President Bola Tinubu has been urged to intervene in the demolition of 500 houses and displacement of over 5,000 people by some land grabbers in conjunction with some officials of the Lagos State government without any prior notice. This call was made by Prince Iwamitigha Raphael, the president-general of Egbe Omo Ilaje Worldwide yesterday in […]

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1 week ago US: Trump revokes temporary legal status of over 500,000 migrants

Tribune Online US: Trump revokes temporary legal status of over 500,000 migrants According to a federal government notice, affected migrants have been warned to leave the United States before their permits and deportation protection are cancelled on April 24. US: Trump revokes temporary legal status of over 500,000 migrants Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Dangote refinery pauses Naira petrol sales over currency mismatch

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a temporary suspension of petroleum product sales in Naira, citing the need to align its sales currency with crude oil purchase obligations, which are currently denominated in U.S. dollars. In a statement released on Wednesday, the refinery explained that its sales of petroleum products in Naira […] The post Dangote refinery pauses Naira petrol sales over currency mismatch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘Keep your dollar close to your chest’: Nigerians react to Dangote Refinery stopping petrol sales in Naira

Tribune Online ‘Keep your dollar close to your chest’: Nigerians react to Dangote Refinery stopping petrol sales in Naira In a recent development, Dangote Refinery has announced a temporary halt in the sale of petroleum products in Naira, citing the need to align its sales proceeds with its crude oil purchase obligations, which are denominated in US dollars.  Tribune Online reports that In a statement, the refinery clarified that its Naira-based sales had exceeded […] ‘Keep your dollar close to your chest’: Nigerians react to Dangote Refinery stopping petrol sales in Naira Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Where to Invest $2,500 Right Now in the Crypto Market: Top 3 Coins to Buy Now for a 38x Return

The crypto industry moves fast, and often, unanticipated tokens are the biggest winners. In 2021, Solana (SOL) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) helped meager investors amass fortunes. Analysts predict a fresh wave of highly valuable currencies from Rexas Finance (RXS), Pi Network (PI), and Mantra (OM). With proper timing, $2,500 in these coins might become $95,000 Read More

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2 w. ago Nigeria Oil Production Decline Looms As Explosion Rocks Biggest Crude Pipeline

An explosion has struck the Trans-Niger Pipeline, one of Nigeria’s largest oil pipelines, in the Bodo area of Rivers State. LEADERSHIP checks indicate that the incident, which occurred on Monday night, has raised concerns about potential disruptions to Nigeria’s already struggling oil production. The pipeline, with a capacity to transport over 450,000 barrels of crude […]

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2 w. ago Low Oil Production Decline Looms As Explosion Rocks Nigeria’s Biggest Crude Pipeline

Following the explosion on the Trans-Niger Pipeline (TNP), one of Nigeria’s largest oil pipelines, in the Bodo area of Rivers State, on Monday night, Nigeria’s oil production may decrease. LEADERSHIP checks indicated that the incident has raised concerns about potential disruptions to Nigeria’s already struggling oil production. The pipeline, with a capacity to transport over […]

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2 w. ago Modular refiners await NNPC’s crude supply six months after pledge

Several modular refiners are still awaiting their first crude oil supplies despite the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)’s pledge read more Modular refiners await NNPC’s crude supply six months after pledge

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