Lagos, Nigeria: Aliko Dangote, Chairman of Dangote Group, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the quality of petroleum products sold at filling stations across Nigeria. This call was made on Saturday during a meeting with the leadership of the House of Representatives, led by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and his deputy, Benjamin Kalu. Dangote urged…
By Ayomide Otitoju FirstBank, a financial institution with a 130-year legacy, has once again demonstrated its commitment to enterprise growth with its new campaign, ‘The Giant in You.’ This campaign emphasizes the bank’s historical relevance and ongoing support for businesses both within and outside Nigeria. In a creative display, FirstBank has released a series of…
All flights from several major US airlines, including Delta, United, and American Airlines, were grounded on Friday morning due to a communication issue, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA confirmed that the ground stop impacts all flights from these airlines, regardless of their destination. CNN reports that it is unclear how long…
Flights at Berlin Brandenburg Airport were halted on Friday morning due to a technical problem, a spokesperson informed AFP. The disruption led to delays in check-in and the cancellation of flight operations until 10:00 am (0800 GMT). The spokesperson could not specify when normal operations would resume. This incident coincided with a large-scale IT outage…
Scotch whiskey brand Chivas Regal has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘I Rise, We Rise,’ to celebrate the power of collaboration and creativity. The campaign features prominent Nigerian singer and songwriter Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, acclaimed music video director ThankGod Omori, and creative entrepreneur Sore Adebisi. Michael Ehindero, Managing Director for Pernod Ricard Nigeria,…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that it will sell $20,000 to each Bureau De Change (BDC) at a rate of N1,450 per dollar. This rate is based on the lowest trading rate from the previous day. Aliyu Mahdi, the Acting Director of Trade and Exchange at the CBN, explained that the bank…
In a landmark event at a New York auction, the largest stegosaurus skeleton ever discovered has fetched a staggering $44.6 million, setting a new record in the field of paleontology. Dubbed “Apex,” this 150-million-year-old skeleton stands 11 feet tall and spans 27 feet in length, captivating bidders worldwide. Sotheby’s, the auction house overseeing the sale,…
In a statement on Wednesday, Dangote Industries Limited highlighted challenges in securing crude oil for its refinery, alleging that International Oil Companies (IOCs) insist on selling through their foreign agents. This practice, the company argues, inflates local crude prices because trading arms offer cargoes at a $2 to $4 per barrel premium above the official…
By Ayomide Otitoju In the past week, no fewer than 221 cases of oil theft were uncovered across various communities in the Niger Delta region, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has reported. According to the NNPC, incidents including illegal refineries, unauthorized connections, and pipeline vandalism were recorded between July 6 and 12. These incidents…
