The ongoing dispute between Aliko Dangote and Nigerian regulatory authorities regarding the Dangote Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, has intensified. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) recently declared that the refinery is still awaiting government licensing to commence operations. To address the conflict, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri, convened…
By Ayomide Otitoju In Edo State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been derogatorily dubbed “Another Problem Coming” (APC), reflecting widespread discontent. The party, along with its candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has been criticized across the country. Many perceive the party and its candidate as deeply flawed and unworthy of support, likening them to a…
By Ayomide Otitoju Disillusioned Nigerian citizens, facing economic hardship due to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s contentious economic policies and the removal of fuel subsidies, are preparing for a hunger protest from August 1st to 10th. This impending protest raises pressing questions: Can President Tinubu manage the crisis, having been forewarned of its potential impact? Will…
Lagos, Nigeria – Skit makers Chukwuemeka Emmanuel, popularly known as Sabinus, and BrodaShaggi topped the latest report on the activities of Nigerian skit makers on Instagram for the last quarter. The quarterly insights, published by data intelligence and digital ecosystem firm Dataleum on Tuesday, revealed that Sabinus and BrodaShaggi dominated the platform. Sabinus emerged as…
Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) announced last week that the Nigerian government has not yet licensed the Dangote refinery to begin operations. Farouk Ahmed, CEO of NMDPRA, disclosed this during a press briefing at the State House on Thursday. He addressed rumors claiming that efforts to impede the…
Lagos, Nigeria- Fidelity Bank Plc has recorded an impressive average annual profit growth of 64 percent over the past three years, cementing its status as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing financial institutions. The bank’s rapid expansion in customer base and assets has propelled its total balance sheet size from N2.1 trillion to N6.2 trillion, ranking it…
In a stunning move that upends the 2024 race for the White House, President Joe Biden notified the public of his decision to withdraw from the race in a letter. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s new nominee. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Biden for taking “bold steps” in supporting his…
LAGOS – Detergent brand Good Mama has awarded customers over N10 million in prizes at its ‘Naija Queen Open Market Fashion Show’ held across various markets in Nigeria. The event aimed to highlight the brand’s dedication to both cleanliness and style. Running from July 8 to 19, 2024, the fashion show took place in markets…
LAGOS – In a statement issued on Sunday, leading fintech company OPay announced the rollout of advanced security features designed to protect its customers’ funds. This initiative aligns with OPay’s commitment to providing peace of mind to its platform users. Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria, OPay emphasized that its users’ deposits are protected…
