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…
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…
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…
African Leaders Commit to Advancing Clean Cooking Solutions at Energy Summit
African Leaders Commit to Advancing Clean Cooking Solutions at Energy Summit At the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, held in Tanzania from January 27-28, African leaders pledged to accelerate clean cooking initiatives to combat the devastating effects of open-fire cooking,…
Petrol Now N890 – Dangote Refinery Crashes Ex-Depot Price
From today, Saturday February 1, Nigerians will now pay lower rates for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. This is as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, earlier today reduced the ex-depot price of PMS from N950 to N890 per…
LNSA Inaugurates Solar Power Systems For Its Offices In All 57 LG/LCDAS, Distributes Work Tools To Operatives
The Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency (LNSA) has provided solar systems for its 57 Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas to enhance service delivery. The solar systems were installed to ensure 24 hours of uninterrupted power supply to mitigate…
