In a move towards increasing Nigeria’s crude oil production and growing its reserves, NNPC Ltd has declared a state of emergency on production in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry. Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mr. Mele Kyari, disclosed…
The importance of state-level climate governance in Nigeria
Climate change has created significant environmental problems in Nigeria, affecting all regions and socioeconomic classes. The 2024 heatwaves are a stark reminder of its impact, causing considerable stress on commercial farmers and threatening food security. The Niger Delta faces persistent…
Lawma Academy Commences July Internship
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), has welcomed new graduate interns to the July edition of its internship program, aimed at promoting waste management education among the younger generation. Managing Director and CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, speaking about…
Africa: Local Content in Oil & Gas: A Catalyst for Shared Growth in Namibia
Ndapwilapo Selma Shimutwikeni, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Rich Africa Consulting, explores how Namibia’s focus on local content is set to unleash a wealth of opportunities for the local population, building on recent breakthroughs in the upstream industry…
African Development Bank, Climate Investment Funds Spearhead Just Transition Workshops in Uganda
The two-day event brought together key stakeholders to ensure that the shift towards a clean economy doesn’t leave vulnerable communities behind The African Development Bank Group and the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) have launched a series of groundbreaking workshops…
Lokpobiri Visits Aradel’s Ogbele Facility
Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Oil), has commended Aradel Holdings for its innovativeness and growth trajectory while on a visit to the Ogbele Facility in PML 14, Rivers State, which is 100% owned and operated by Aradel…
PRO ALLY Launches Inaugural Nexus Community Cohort
Empowering the Next Generation of Energy and STEM Students with Essential Power Skills PRO ALLY, a leading communication and stakeholder management firm have announced the launch of the Nexus Community Cohort 1, an innovative programme designed to equip energy…
NCDMB Unveils Procedures for Implementation of Presidential Directive on Local Content
The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, on Monday in Abuja hailed the Presidential Directive on Local Content Compliance Requirements as crucial for enhanced competitiveness and mitigation of risks in regard to unqualified…
Azudialu-Obiejesi, Awolowo, call for enactment of enforceable local content laws to build capacity, provide AFCTA local guidance
The Chairman of Nestoil Limited, Dr Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi, has called for the enactment of Local Content Laws that are enforceable to build and protect local capacity. Azudialu-Obiejesi made the call on Monday at a panel session on “Exportation of Local…