Seplat Energy buys ExxonMobil out
Seplat Energy is making a bold move into the Nigerian oil production space by completing the acquisition of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited (MPNU) from ExxonMobil. This strategic purchase, which was…
Okpebholo and I have something in Common
In this column, Okpebholo and I share a deep, unspoken bond. It involves getting utterly confused by the endless stream of zeros in government budgets. While he stumbles over the…
Senate orders arrest of Julius Berger MD, over abandoned projects
For disregarding the authorities of the national lawmakers, the Senate has issued a warrant of arrest against the MD of Julius Berger. He is also to answer questions about abandoned…
Wike challenges Senate: Says Abuja demolitions unstoppable
Defiant Nyesom Wike challenges Senate over ongoing demolitions in Abuja. He says “even if heaven falls”, he will not stop. The controversy surrounding demolitions in Abuja has escalated. Minister of…
Youths military training: Police arrest 3 in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Police have arrested members of a banned group accused of youths military training. The group, known as the Ibom Youth Council, was proscribed by Governor Pastor Umo Eno.…
Opinion: AFRIPERF and Africa’s desire to protect oil, gas assets
This opinion article explores the benefits of creating a continental platform for oil and gas producers to connect, share knowledge and form strategic partnerships that would ultimately drive investment and…
Meta technical failure sparks global outage across major platforms
Meta technical failure cripples major platforms like Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads, and Messenger, globally. The outage sparks frustration and anger among millions of users. Meta is facing a widespread technical…
Attack on Nigeria: I stand by my comments – Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch has firmly defended her past comments about Nigeria. The UK Conservative leader rejected recent backlash over what many view as attack on Nigeria. This follows a controversial statement…
Abuja Airport shut after aircraft skids off runway
Abuja Airport shut down for hours on Wednesday, after a plane ran off track. No casualties, but the incident cause panic and resulted in flight delays. Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport…
Mass rape of Pelicot: 50 men await sentencing
The 50 men accused in mass rape of Gisèle Pelicot are due for sentencing, next week. Their trial started in September, 2024 in Avignon. If found guilty, they face over…