Students from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) have achieved a significant milestone by building the institution’s first-ever solar-powered vehicle. This project highlights MAPOLY’s commitment to hands-on education and real-world problem-solving. The Rector, Dr. Babatunde Jolaoso,…
NESG Pushes FG Support for $1 Trillion Local Economy as Dangote Sends Jet Fuel to Aramco
The Federal Government has been urged to support local industries in driving economic growth and achieving a $1 trillion economy target for Nigeria. This call was made by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) during a visit to Dangote Fertiliser…
WAPCo To Commence Major Inspection and Maintenance Project on its Offshore Pipeline
The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCo), owner and operator of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) is scheduled to undertake major pipeline maintenance activities from February 5 to March 2, 2025. These activities include the pigging and the…
NLNG Fuels Nigerian Creativity: $100,000 Awards Each for 2025 ‘The Nigerian Prizes’ in Science and Literature
The Nigeria Liquified Natural Gas (NLNG) Ltd has called for entries for the 2025 Editions of ‘The Nigeria Prize for Science’ and ‘The Nigeria Prize for Literature’ awards. This year, the Science Prize is looking for innovations in Information and…
Industry leaders to Unlock Africa’s Hydrocarbon Wealth at NIES 2025 Upstream Forum
The Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES 2025) is set to host the much anticipated Africa Upstream Forum, a pivotal session under the subtheme “From Resources to Revenue.” This forum will convene key stakeholders, industry leaders, and global investors to explore…
FG Clarifies: No 65% Electricity Tariff Hike, Focuses on Metering and Debt Reduction
Mrs Olu Arowolo Verheijen, Special Adviser to the President on Energy, has clarified recent media reports suggesting an imminent 65 percent increase in electricity tariffs. In a statement, Verheijen emphasized that while current tariffs cover approximately 65 percent of the…
Sahara Group Commits to Mission 300, Aiming to Improve Energy Access Across Africa
Africa needs to adopt collaborative policies, sustained multi-stakeholder investments, and bold reforms in the quest of addressing the continent’s low energy access, Kola Adesina, Executive Director, Sahara Group has said. Addressing journalists at the recently concluded Mission 300 Africa Energy…
Orsu LGA: A Tale of Terrorism, Insecurity, Debauchery and Senseless Killings
By Odimma Orsu Initiative Odimma Orsu Initiative is the assembly of Orsu Stakeholders comprisingBusinessmen, Professionals, Community Leaders and Traditional Rulers from Orsu Local Government who of necessity came together to address the problem of insecurity and provide a credible platform…
Connecting Global Finance to African Projects: Invest in African Energy Returns to Paris for 2025 forum
Following the success of last year’s event, IAE 2025 will continue to unite the global investment community and showcase Africa’s most dynamic energy and infrastructure projects. As traditional financial institutions restrict fossil fuel lending, IAE 2025 will focus on catalyzing…
Otuabagi: Unserved and Neglected – A Plea for Renewable Energy
On January 31st, 2025, a group of journalists and activists embarked on a field trip to Otuabagi, a community in Ogbia Local Government Area, Bayelsa State. This historic village holds the distinction of being the site of Nigeria’s first commercial…