46 h. ago Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian Military has intensified its crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta, successfully foiling illegal activities and oil read more Military foils N168m oil theft, destroys 22 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

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64 h. ago Expert’s research provides roadmap for greener oil & gas industry

By Chinenye Anuforo A groundbreaking scientific study spearheaded by chemical and environmental engineer Olufemi Oni offers concrete pathways for developed nations to mitigate the environmental consequences of sulphur dioxide (SO ) emissions through improved fuel management. This research delivered practical insights aimed at bolstering global energy sustainability and air pollution control initiatives. Published in the Journal […] The post Expert’s research provides roadmap for greener oil & gas industry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago PETROAN urges enhanced welfare, health insurance for oil workers

By Adewale Sanyaolu As Nigeria marked Workers’ Day yesterday, the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has renewed calls for the Federal Government and key stakeholders in the oil and gas sector to strengthen welfare and health insurance provisions for industry workers exposed to hazardous conditions. Addressing the media in Abuja, PETROAN […] The post PETROAN urges enhanced welfare, health insurance for oil workers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Domestic crude sales – Key to unlocking Nigeria’s oil wealth

The recent handling of Nigeria’s naira-for-crude oil sales to local refineries has brought long-standing gaps in the nation’s economic planning read more Domestic crude sales – Key to unlocking Nigeria’s oil wealth

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4 d. ago Lessons from Zambia: How Nigeria can manage its solid minerals for sustainable development

Nigeria’s economy has long been dominated by oil, but our country is sitting on a wealth of untapped opportunities in read more Lessons from Zambia: How Nigeria can manage its solid minerals for sustainable development

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5 d. ago Ogoni Foundation Urges Federal Gov’t, Oil Companies To Prioritise Region’s Dev’t

A Nigerian non-governmental organisation, the Ogoni Voice Achievers Foundation (OVAF), has called on the Federal Government, International Oil Companies (IOCs), and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to address the pressing needs of the Ogoni people and support sustainable development in Ogoni land. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Khana LGA, OVAF’s Founder […]

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5 d. ago Makinde Makes Case For Increased Investment In ICT, Artificial Intelligence

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has stressed the need for Nigeria to look beyond crude oil to embracing more investment in information technology and artificial intelligence as pathways to the future. In order to create lasting prosperity, Governor Makinde also charged Nigerian leaders to look after the people by investing more in education and entrepreneurship […]

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5 d. ago NUPRC Seek Fair Pricing From Oil Producers To Meet Domestic Supply Obligations

Commission chief executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, has called on crude oil producers in Nigeria to ensure fair pricing practices to fulfil domestic crude oil supply obligations. Komolafe made the appeal during a courtesy visit by the managing director of TotalEnergies, Mattieu Bouyer, to the Commission’s headquarters, in Abuja. […]

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5 d. ago Lokpobiri lauds Tinubu’s foresight in driving oil industry reforms

By Seyi Babalola The Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Ph.D, has lauded the Joint Venture (JV) between the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Caverton Offshore Support Group, and Stenabulk as a bold step toward enhancing shipping operations, strengthening local content, and driving economic growth through strategic industry alignment. This was made […] The post Lokpobiri lauds Tinubu’s foresight in driving oil industry reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has urged Nigeria to shift from reliance on crude oil to achieve sustainable prosperity through investments in education, entrepreneurship, and technology. Speaking on Tuesday, April 29, at the commissioning of an IT Community Centre donated by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the Oladipo Alayande School […] The post Makinde: Nigeria must embrace innovation for sustainable prosperity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Tinubu Hails Mike Adenuga’s Impact On Telecoms, Oil Sectors At 72

President Bola Tinubu has extolled the Chairman of Globacom and Conoil, Dr. Mike Adenuga Jr., for his transformational contributions to Nigeria’s telecommunications and oil sectors as he marks his 72nd birthday. In a tribute issued on Monday, President Tinubu described Adenuga’s life as a testament to vision, resilience, and hard work, noting that the business […]

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7 d. ago Niger Delta: Troops arrest 23 oil thieves, recover 180,000 litres of stolen products

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division have intensified their crackdown on oil theft in the Niger Delta region. Between April 21 and 27, they arrested 23 suspected oil thieves and deactivated 13 illegal refineries, recovering over 180,000 litres of stolen petroleum products. Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy […] The post Niger Delta: Troops arrest 23 oil thieves, recover 180,000 litres of stolen products appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Forum Lauds NUPRC Over Petroleum Reforms Via PIA Implementation

The Nigeria Oil and Gas Integrity Forum has commended the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) for what it described as its “critical and patriotic role” in steering the successful implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), a law many now consider the nation’s saving grace in the oil and gas sector. President of the […]

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7 d. ago Hostcon Youth Council applauds Pondi for humanitarian gestures

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The National Executive and Board of Trustees of the Host Communities Producing Oil, Gas and Pipeline Impacted States Youth Council of Nigeria (HOSTCON Youth Council) has commended the General Manager of Operations at Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited Chief Godfrey Tare Pondi for his humanitarian endeavours. The National President of HOSTCON […] The post Hostcon Youth Council applauds Pondi for humanitarian gestures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Edo: Nigeria loses 400,000 bpd to oil theft – Council boss, Attoh

From Sunday Ani The Etsako East Local Government Chair in Edo State, Princess Benedicta Attoh, has revealed that Nigeria loses over 400,000 barrels of crude oil daily, with the figure steadily rising. Speaking at the 4th anniversary and roundtable on sustainable development organised by the Centre for Sustainable Development, Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, […] The post Edo: Nigeria loses 400,000 bpd to oil theft – Council boss, Attoh appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has praised Ayiri Emami, a prominent Itsekiri leader, businessman, and philanthropist, for his outstanding peace building contributions as he marks his 50th birthday on April 26. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commended Emami’s unwavering commitment to nation-building, highlighting his […] The post Tinubu praises Emami’s peacebuilding, protection of Niger Delta oil infrastructure on 50th birthday appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri

…As Monarch Alloy opens plant in Lagos By Kehinde Aderemi President Bola Tinubu is committed to creating jobs and adding value in the oil and gas sector of Nigeria. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, made the disclosure in Lagos during the commissioning of Monarch Alloy Limited Oil and Gas Pipe Coating […] The post Tinubu committed to creating jobs, value in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Unsold 92m barrels of crude puts Nigeria’s N19.6trn oil revenue at risk

Nigeria’s oil sector, the lifeblood of its economy, is grappling with a burgeoning crisis as a staggering 92 million barrels read more Unsold 92m barrels of crude puts Nigeria’s N19.6trn oil revenue at risk

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1 week ago Asian, Mediterranean Refiners Major Beneficiaries Of Nigerian Crude Shipments In April

Asian and Mediterranean nations emerged as the leading destinations for Nigerian crude oil exported by International Oil Companies (IOCs) as well as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in April. This is as local refiners voiced frustration over their continued exclusion from the country’s oil trade and criticised regulators for a lack of transparency. […]

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1 week ago Akwa Ibom: IYC demands pipeline surveillance deal from oil firms operating in host communities

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Obolo clan in Akwa Ibom State, has reiterated its demand for a pipeline surveillance contract promised by Sterling Global/Natural Oil Field Services. In a communiqué issued in Uyo on Wednesday, following a meeting to inaugurate new operational chapters, the IYC, led by Chairman Michael Jaja, […] The post Akwa Ibom: IYC demands pipeline surveillance deal from oil firms operating in host communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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