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The Senate had said it is set to begin probe of Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) as the protest of public interest lawyers to the National Assembly enters day two. The lawyers stormed the National Assembly, Tuesday, calling on the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, to immediately suspend and prosecute Farouk Ahmed. The lawyers cited grave allegations of corruption, abuse of office, and conflict of interest against Ahmed. In the petition signed by Samuel Ihensekhien Jnr and three others, they also demanded that the National Assembly commence an immediate investigation,…

By Philip Agbese The seeds of greatness are often sown in the fertile soil of community, nurtured by the collective efforts of individuals who dare to dream big. For Rt. Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, it was always about the people. Their stories, struggles, and triumphs have guided his journey as a leader, inspiring him to build bridges, empower lives, and create opportunities that have transformed the landscape of Bichi Federal Constituency and beyond. Recently, his commitment to public service and education was recognised with an honorary degree from the Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State, another proof of his outstanding contributions…

Malami Cannot Wash Off His Legacy of Impunity with ADC Defection — Citizens Alliance A civic watchdog group, the Citizens Alliance for Rule of Law and Justice (CARoLJ), has condemned former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), over his recent criticism of the Bola Tinubu administration, describing his defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as an act of “political desperation dressed in borrowed morality”. In a statement issued in Kaduna on Sunday and signed by the group’s president, Aminu Jallo, CARoLJ said Malami’s remarks accusing the current government…

BY AUSTIN ORETTE I don’t enjoy replying to these incendiary and caustic postings of Biafrans. For us to move forward, someone has to do it. All the blame for Biafra must go to those who started Biafra and are still in denial to this day and blames everyone who has any observation to the contrary. Today, we are witnessing another bellicose nation deny its responsibility in drawing destruction unto itself. Israel started a war and it is blaming Iran for its destruction. This is the corollary of the Biafra separatist. They declared a war on Nigeria and since they lost,…

By Paul Ikpambese With a vision that stretches beyond the horizon, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe is crafting a legacy of groundbreaking reforms that are revolutionising the oil and gas industry. His trailblazing career, marked by numerous achievements and milestones, has been a masterclass in visionary leadership. From spearheading the Nigeria Pipeline and Storage Company to leading the Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission, Chief Komolafe’s singular passion has been to transform the industry and shape its future. With a keen eye for opportunity and an intimate understanding of the sector, he is boldly rewriting the rules and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.…

A civil society group, the Citizens for Equity and Justice Initiative (CEJI), has condemned the governors of Zamfara and Katsina states over a widely criticised peace meeting held with Ado Aleru, a notorious bandit leader long declared wanted by security forces. The meeting, held Saturday in Bichi community, Danmusa LGA of Katsina, was attended by traditional rulers, local government officials, representatives of the Nigerian Army, and top officials from both states. In widely circulated video footage, Aleru — who has a N5 million bounty on his head — was seen addressing the gathering, urging for peaceful coexistence between Fulani herders…

The volatility of crude oil prices in the international market has had a negative impact on Nigeria’s downstream oil sector, with importers and depot operators raising petrol prices to between N905 and N940 per litre. In contrast, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has maintained its ex-depot price at N825 per litre. According to data gathered, Rainoil increased its price to N920 from N850 per litre, while Fynefield and Mainland raised their ex-depot prices to N930 and N920, respectively, an increase of N50 and N10. Additional pricing data showed Sigmund selling at N920 per litre, Matrix Warri at N910, and NIPCO rising sharply…

Lagos, Nigeria — June 6, 2025 – Peacevilla Integrated Farms Limited has been officially recognized as one of Africa’s “100 Safe Companies to Do Business With in 2025” by Emerging Elite Magazine International, a prestigious honor celebrating integrity, safety, and excellence in African entrepreneurship. The award was presented during a ceremony attended by industry leaders, media, and dignitaries. The recognition underscores Peacevilla’s unwavering commitment to ethical business practices, food safety, environmental sustainability, and its reputation as a trusted partner in agricultural enterprise. “This award is not just a milestone — it is a reminder of how far we’ve come and…

The Centre for Oil Sector Accountability and Reform (COSAR) has dismissed claims by the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) that Dangote Refinery’s business model poses a threat to competition and employment in the downstream petroleum sector. In a detailed statement issued on Monday by Dr Raymond Osaremen Okojie, president of COSAR, the group said PETROAN’s criticisms of the refinery’s adoption of a forward integration strategy and its planned use of a private sector equalization system reflect a fundamental misunderstanding of free-market economics. “The recent statement credited to PETROAN on the impact of the introduction of a…

Zamfara News TelecastJune 15, 2025 As the Nigerian Security Forces are recording success dialy on the ongoing fight against bandits in the Northwest, the full Military kitted pictures of the Zamfara State House of Assembly Speaker Hon. Bilyaminu Moriki emerged from one of the no go area forest in Zamfara having pleasantries with some Fulani’s believed to be bandits terrorizing Zurmi local government area of Zamfara State. Investigations from Moriki Locals revealed that, the bandits dent visited by the Honourable Speaker is that of Kachallah Dammaka Dole situated in Moriki death Zone no go area under Zurmi local government. It…