18 h. ago $290m Fine: Meta Threatens To Shut Facebook, Instagram In Nigeria

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has threatened to restrict access to the two social platforms in Nigeria following fines by local regulatory authorities. Last year, three regulatory bodies in Nigeria fined the US-based social media firm over $290 million for breaching various laws and regulations. Meta’s recent effort to contest the rulings […]

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1 week ago Lagos Govt To Launch Special Number Plates For Persons With Disabilities

The Lagos State Government is set to introduce a new category of vehicle number plates specifically designed to identify persons with disabilities (PWDs) across the state. This was revealed on Tuesday during a ministerial briefing held to commemorate the second year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office. Speaking at the event, the Commissioner […] The post Lagos Govt To Launch Special Number Plates For Persons With Disabilities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Local Refining Surge To Make Nigeria Net Petroleum Exporter By 2027– PETROAN

Nigeria is on track to become a net petroleum exporter within two years, driven by a surge in local refining capacity, according to the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN). This projection follows the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority’s (NMDPRA) milestone of licensing 83 refineries, with a combined total refining […]

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1 week ago Full implementation of PIA is essential for more competitive, investor

Amina Danmadami, a chemical engineer at Nigeria Midstream Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority is the Council Chair, Society of Petroleum Engineers read more Full implementation of PIA is essential for more competitive, investor-friendly environment – Danmadami

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2 w. ago PMS imports plunge by 30m litres in 8 months, local production surges –NMDPRA

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has revealed that imports of premium motor spirit (PMS) in Nigeria have dropped sharply by about 30 million litres per day over the past eight months, falling from 44.6 million litres in August 2024 to 14.7 million litres by mid-April 2025, representing […] The post PMS imports plunge by 30m litres in 8 months, local production surges –NMDPRA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s fuel imports drop 30 million litres, US policy threatens budget – NMDPRA

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) reported a 67% drop in Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) imports, from 44.6 million litres daily in August 2024 to 14.7 million litres by mid-April 2025, a reduction of about 30 million litres. NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, speaking at the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing […] The post Nigeria’s fuel imports drop 30 million litres, US policy threatens budget – NMDPRA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has issued 47 Licenses to Establish (LTE) and 30 Licenses to Construct (LTC) refineries in one year, significantly advancing Nigeria’s refining capacity. Announced by NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed during the sixth Meet-the-Press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, these licenses represent a combined […] The post NMDPRA issues 47 refinery licenses, boosting Nigeria’s domestic capacity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Trump’s Tariff Policies Threaten Nigeria’s Oil Revenue — NMDPRA

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has raised the alarm over the potential threat posed to Nigeria’s oil revenue by renewed protectionist policies rolled out by United State President Donald Trump. NMDPRA’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, who addressed journalists at the State House on Tuesday, said Trump’s aggressive tariff regime targeting […]

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2 w. ago PMS imports drop by 30 million litres in eight months — NMDPRA

Imports of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) have plunged from 44.6 million litres a day in August 2024 to 14.7 ML by 13 April 2025—a fall of roughly 30 ML, or 67 per cent, according to the latest Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority supply tracker. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Farouk Ahmed, disclosed this to State House correspondents on Tuesday during the sixth edition of the Meet-the-Press Read More

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2 w. ago Christian Chukwu: Enugu Govt opens condolence registers in Enugu, Lagos and Abuja

Following the death of former Super Eagles skipper and coach, Christian Chukwu, on Saturday, the Enugu State Government has opened condolence registers in his honour in Enugu, Lagos, and Abuja. The registers, according to a statement by the Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development, Barr. Lloyd Ekweremadu, on Monday, were opened as a mark of […] The post Christian Chukwu: Enugu Govt opens condolence registers in Enugu, Lagos and Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lagos Govt Demolishes Illegal Structures Along Lekki Waterfronts

  The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to rid its waterfronts of unauthorized developments, targeting illegal structures recently springing up along the Lekki Coastal Road corridor. The exercise, spearheaded by the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development (MWID), took place on Friday at the Okunde Bluewater Scheme in Lekki. Commissioner for the ministry, Ekundayo Alebiosu, […] The post Lagos Govt Demolishes Illegal Structures Along Lekki Waterfronts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Mandatory training for CEOs of govt agencies begins in Lagos

The 12th edition of the Mandatory Training Programme for Chief Executive Officers and Directors-General of federal parastatals and agencies has commenced at the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria, Topo, Badagry, Lagos State. This was disclosed in a statement by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mrs. Eno Olotu, via the ministry’s official X handle Read More

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3 w. ago VIDEO: Govt deploys pumps to address flooding in Lagos Island communities

The Lagos State Government has deployed pumping stations to Aroloya Street, Ojo-Giwa, Binuyo, Oroyinyin, and surrounding areas in response to reports of flooding and disruptions caused by blocked drainages in parts of Lagos Island. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab in a statement shared via his X.com page on Thursday. He Read More

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3 w. ago NNPC Board: ‘Petroleum Ministry Representative’s Appointment Violates PIA Provision’

The appointment of a level 14 officer from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to represent the Ministry of Petroleum Resources on the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has been described a violation of the provision of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. Recall that President Bola […]

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3 w. ago PICTORIAL: Lagos Gov’t Issues 100 Contravention Notices Against Illegal Land Reclamation In Lekki

As part of ongoing efforts to safeguard Lagos waterfront corridors and uphold physical planning regulations across the State, the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development (MWID) has issued over 100 contravention notices and 10 stop-work against illegal land reclamation in Ikota, Lekki area of the State. The Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Hon. Ekundayo Alebiosu, gave […]

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3 w. ago Lagos Gov’t Probes Pregnant Woman’s Death In Private Hospital, Vows Justice

The Lagos state government has launched an immediate and full-scale investigation into the tragic and avoidable death of Mrs. Folajimi, a pregnant woman who died in Lakowe, Ibeju-Lekki in the State, after being allegedly denied emergency care at a private healthcare facility due to her inability to pay an upfront deposit. The incident, which has […]

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4 w. ago Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December

Tribune Online Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Lagos State Government is poised to take full regulatory control of electricity in the state by December, according to Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye. This development comes as the state prepares to host the inaugural Lagos Energy Summit 2025, themed “Journey to Energy for All”. Ogunleye revealed that the state government […] Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply

Tribune Online Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Lagos State government on Thursday said plans have been concluded to convene an energy summit where a comprehensive strategy and homegrown solutions will be developed by critical stakeholders to tackle the chronic problem of epileptic power supply hindering economic development in the country. The State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, made […] Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply Tribune Online

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last month Federal Gov’t Orders Reopening Of Lagos Bridge, Opts For Palliative Repairs

The Federal Government has announced the immediate reopening of the Independence Bridge (Ahmadu Bello Way-Marina bound) in Lagos to vehicular movement, opting for palliative fixes while deferring full rehabilitation works. Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, gave the directive in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mrs. Olukorede […]

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last month NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has vowed to take regulatory action against international airlines operating in Nigeria that engage in the practice of denying boarding or deporting Nigerian passengers due to visa or travel restrictions. This decision comes after the NCAA received several complaints about airlines selling tickets to passengers, […] The post NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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