26 m. ago From Marinho to Ojulari: History of NNPCL’s leadership from inception

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday removed Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited and appointed Bashir Bayo Ojulari as his replacement, effective April 2, 2025. The President also dissolved the company’s board, including its chairman, Pius Akinyelure, and reconstituted an 11-member board. The announcement was made in Read More

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48 m. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO

• Targets attracting $30bn in investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu, in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector and restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, has dissolved the board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, removing its chairman, […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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86 m. ago BREAKING: Tinubu sacks NNPCL boss Kyari, names Ojulari as replacement

In a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited board, President Bola Tinubu has removed the chairman, Pius Akinyelure and the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari. Consequently, the President appointed Bashir Ojulari as the new CEO, effective from April 2, 2025. Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed the Read More

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2 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu desolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non

• Targets attracting $30bn investments by 2027, $60bn by 2030.   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja     President Bola Tinubu in a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s oil and gas sector as well as restore investor confidence in a more commercially viable entity, President Tinubu also set ambitious targets for the oil sector under his […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu dissolves NNPC board, replaces Kyari as GCEO with Ojulari, names Kida as new non-executive chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence and tolerance as key pillars for national progress, drawing from the lessons of Ramadan. He also called on everyone to support the administration’s ongoing economic reforms, assuring that short-term difficulties would yield long-term benefits for the country. According to […] The post Shettima preaches national unity, peaceful coexistence, tolerance as keys to progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Police intensify search for last suspect in LASU graduate killing

The Lagos State Police Command on Monday said it had intensified its search for Teniola Ajisomo, who is the remaining suspect linked to the murder of a 28-year-old graduate of Lagos State University, Adedamola Ogunbode. The Lagos State Police Command on March 12, exhumed the body of the late Ogunbode from a shallow grave behind Read More

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6 h. ago Osimhen linked with Barca as Lewandoski’s successor – Report

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed as an option to replace Robert Lewandowski as Barcelona are expected to look for a successor for the ageing striker, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Lewandowski is having the most impressive season of his career at Barcelona and is on track to hit 50 goals by the end of Read More

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6 h. ago FG withdraws allocation of 1,357 housing units over default payment

The Federal Government has revoked the provisional allocation of houses under the National Housing Programme for 1,357 beneficiaries across 33 states due to failure to complete outright payment within the stipulated timeframe. The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development confirmed the revocation in an official statement on Tuesday, citing non-compliance with the 90-day payment Read More

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6 h. ago Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF

Former Nigeria 400m hurdler, United States-based Victor Okorie has promised not to disappoint Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Mba for his inclusion in the 12-man Local Organising Committee (LOC) for next year’s 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged Enugu 2026. Okorie, a Performance Director on the current board of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) assured […] The post Okorie thanks Gov Mba for inclusion in LOC for Enugu 2026 NSF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Anthony Elanga’s goal gives Nottingham Forest victory over Man United

Anthony Elanga’s stunning solo goal secured a 1-0 victory for Nottingham Forest over Manchester United on Tuesday, moving them closer read more Anthony Elanga’s goal gives Nottingham Forest victory over Man United

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7 h. ago EPL: Elanga’s Early Strike Helps Nottingham Forest Beat Man Utd

Nottingham Forest winger Anthony Elanga haunted former side Manchester United after racing up the pitch in the first half to score the only goal in the 1-0 victory at the City Ground. The ex-United winger flooded forward from his own penalty area in the fifth minute, covering 85m in the space of just nine seconds, […] The post EPL: Elanga’s Early Strike Helps Nottingham Forest Beat Man Utd appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Tribunal Verdict: Gov Okpebholo Upbeat, Sends Message Of Hope To APC Supporters, Edo Residents

  Ahead of Wednesday’s delivery of judgement by the Edo State Election Petitions Tribunal, the State’s governor, Monday Okpebholo, has sent a message of hope and unity to supporters and members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), and residents in the State. He urged all residents of the State to maintain peace and order, […]

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12 h. ago Ijaw elders, leaders, give hints how to protect pipelines, laud PINL efforts

As search for protection strategies for oil pipelines continues in the face of fresh threats, Ijaw elders and leaders have read more Ijaw elders, leaders, give hints how to protect pipelines, laud PINL efforts

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17 h. ago Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni

Content creator and actor Mr Macaroni has urged Nigerians to always condemn injustice following the invasion of killer herdsmen in Enugu State. Per online reports, over 44 farm settlements have been invaded, leading to residents evacuating their homes in search of refuge in neighbouring communities. The places affected are Abor Ishala, Mgbuji, Agu-Amede, Eha-Agu, and […] The post Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Trade war between US, UK would make everybody poorer – Kemi Badenoch

By Seyi Babalola Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party, has explained why UK should avoid a trade war with the United States. Badenoch spoke with journalists on Tuesday about US President Donald Trump’s impending tariffs on the UK. She believes that a trade war between the United States and the United […] The post Trade war between US, UK would make everybody poorer – Kemi Badenoch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago ISA 2025: Crypto legalised, Ponzi schemes banned, and other key takeaways

On March 29, 2025, President Tinubu signed the Investment and Securities Act (2024) into law, replacing the 2007 version. The read more ISA 2025: Crypto legalised, Ponzi schemes banned, and other key takeaways

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19 h. ago 2027 election: How opposition coalition can defeat Tinubu – Ex

The Presidential Candidate of the defunct National Conscience Party in the 2015 general election, Martin Onovo, has revealed what the opposition parties can do to unseat President Bola Tinubu during the 2027 presidential election. Onovo, who is an activist and Head of Policy Positions, Movement for Fundamental Changes, said only unity and the emergence of Read More

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20 h. ago Thailand’s rescue dogs provide emotional support to earthquake victim families

Thailand’s search and rescue dogs are taking on the role of emotional support animals for grieving relatives of victims of a Bangkok skyscraper flattened in a deadly earthquake. The 30-storey high-rise under construction collapsed in seconds on Friday when a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar, with effects felt as far as the Thai capital. Read More

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23 h. ago EPL: Man Utd boss Amorim speaks on Fernandes’ transfer to Real Madrid

By Seyi Babalola Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has ruled out the chance of captain Bruno Fernandes joining Real Madrid at the end of the season. Reports emerged at the weekend claiming Real Madrid are keen to add Fernandes to their squad in the summer transfer window. It also claimed that the Spanish La Liga […] The post EPL: Man Utd boss Amorim speaks on Fernandes’ transfer to Real Madrid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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