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Nigeria opens 2026 licensing round with 40 oil blocks as output hits 1.82 million barrels a day

Nigeria has launched its 2026 oil licensing round, offering 40 blocks across land, shallow water and deepwater, as crude and condensate output rises to 1.82 million barrels a day.

“Even a pregnant woman suffers”: Ogun’s Oke Sefu residents beg Gov. Abiodun to fix flooded, pothole-ridden road

Residents of Oke Sefu community in Ibafo, Ogun State, are appealing to the state government to repair a flooded, pothole-ridden access road that has disrupted livelihoods.

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Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Makes Nollywood History with N1 Billion Box Office Milestone

Funke Akindele's 'A Tribe Called Judah' breaks records, making history as the first Nollywood film to reach N1 billion.

NAICOM Tightens Grip on Insurance Sector: Ensuring Fair Claims Settlement

Under the vigilant leadership of Mr. Sunday Thomas, the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) is implementing stringent measures to enhance transparency and accountability in Nigeria's insurance sector.

PISE-P: A New Era of Peace and Prosperity in Nigeria’s South East

In a historic move, leaders from diverse Nigerian regions convened in Bende, Abia State, to announce the Peace In South East Project (PISE-P).

Lagos Community Outraged by Rampant Police Extortion

Residents of FESTAC Town, Lagos, are battling with widespread police extortion at checkpoints, calling for systemic reform and accountability.

Obasanjo Warns of Nigeria’s Growing Debt Burden, Leadership Crisis

Obasanjo discusses Nigeria's debt burden, leadership crisis, and the need for better governance at the Future Africa Leaders Foundation meeting.

Nigeria’s NUC Cracks Down on 18 Foreign ‘Degree Mills

NUC's decisive action against 18 foreign universities to protect educational integrity.

Former Minister Sadiya Umar-Farouq Fails to Appear at EFCC Amid ₦37.1bn Fraud Probe

Sadiya Umar-Farouq, former minister, leaves EFCC waiting, declining ₦37.1bn fraud inquiry appearance, stirring concerns over her non-attendance.

NNPCL Denies Rumours of Fuel Price Hike

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has dismissed rumors of an imminent increase...

Nigeria’s Hunger Crisis Deepens as Food Prices Skyrocket

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, is facing a worsening food insecurity situation as the...

NUPRC Sets Sights on Below $20/Barrel Production Cost in 2024 Amid Falling Oil Output

NUPRC's ambitious plan aims to lower Nigeria's oil production costs below $20 per barrel and revitalise the industry, targeting increased output.

Nigeria Faces Deepening Education Crisis; States Miss N68.73B UBEC Grant

With N68.73 billion UBEC funds unclaimed, Nigeria's education sector faces a severe crisis as 20 million children remain out of school.

Nigeria’s Economic Downturn: Capital Importation Plummets Amidst Positive Road Safety Trends

Q3 2023 reveals a significant drop in Nigeria's capital importation.

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Nigeria opens 2026 licensing round with 40 oil blocks as output hits 1.82 million barrels a day

Nigeria has launched its 2026 oil licensing round, offering 40 blocks across land, shallow water and deepwater, as crude and condensate output rises to 1.82 million barrels a day.

“Even a pregnant woman suffers”: Ogun’s Oke Sefu residents beg Gov. Abiodun to fix flooded, pothole-ridden road

Residents of Oke Sefu community in Ibafo, Ogun State, are appealing to the state government to repair a flooded, pothole-ridden access road that has disrupted livelihoods.

Dangote refinery cuts off petrol sales to fuel importers over “blending” of Euro-5 product with imported grades

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has stopped selling petrol to marketers who import fuel, accusing them of blending its Euro-5 product with lower-quality imported grades.

Lionel Messi plays final Argentina match tonight against Benin after 21 years, 207 caps and 125 goals

Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina on Tuesday in a friendly against Benin at Buenos Aires' Estadio Monumental, ending a 21-year international career.