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By Gideon Osaka Ngeria’s petroleum industry is once again at a defining crossroads. The resignation of the chief executives of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Nigerian Upstream…
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HRH Alhaji Ado Bayero, the Emir of Kano in a group photograph with participants By William Emmanuel Ukpoju Abuja, 25 November 2025 – The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Towers became the epicentre of Africa’s…
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Aliko Dangote Valuechain examines the opportunities, risks, and power dynamics behind Nigeria’s most ambitious refinery expansion and what it means for the future of energy governance By William Emmanuel Ukpoju When Aliko Dangote…
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With $13.4 billion worth of projects unveiled and a new continental bank in the works, AEW 2025 proves Africa’s energy story is no longer about scarcity but sovereignty By Mohammad Bello The spring air in Cape Town was crisp, but…
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By Gideon Osaka Northern Nigeria is often painted with a familiar brush: insecurity, underdevelopment, and political neglect. In recent months, that narrative has grown louder , with claims that the Tinubu administration is leaving…
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From military-era oil commissioner to reform-driven President, Buhari’s five-decade journey helped shape the spine of Nigeria’s energy industry By William Emmanuel Ukpoju On July 13, 2025, Nigeria mourned the passing of former…
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By William Emmanuel UkpojuAs President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks two years in office on May 29, 2025, it's time to reflect on the mix of achievements and challenges in his administration's efforts to reform the sector, considering its…
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By William Emmanuel UkpojuThe recent reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Board by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. With the appointment of Ahmadu…
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Nigeria’s oil and gas sector is once again at the centre of economic debate following the recent decision by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to stop selling petroleum products in naira. This move follows the Nigerian National Petroleum…
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In a resounding declaration of renewed ambition and commitment, Nigeria hosted the 8th edition of the Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2025 in Abuja — with the theme — “Bridging Continents: Connecting Investors Worldwide with…
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