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Obasanjo says 13% derivation is only a start for oil-producing states

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo says the 13% derivation is only a starting point for oil producing states, as Bayelsa governor Douye Diri calls it inadequate.

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on debt interest in six months, 124% of its revenue, World Bank says

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on interest in the first half of 2026, equal to 124.2% of its N6.2 trillion revenue, according to the World Bank.

Erosion Control Efforts in Southern Nigeria

Southern Nigeria ramps up erosion control efforts to tackle land degradation, protect livelihoods, and strengthen climate resilience in affected communities.

Enugu Governor Signs Four Key Bills Enhancing Business, Environment

Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah signs four bills into law, enhancing business, environmental protection, and sports development.

Nigeria Vows Crackdown on Illegal Mining

Nigerian authorities are investigating the illegal extraction of suspected uranium after a viral video raised concerns. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development has vowed to punish those involved.

Lagos Bans Styrofoam Takeaway Packs, Prioritizes Environmental Health

Lagos imposes ban on styrofoam takeaway packs, granting businesses a three-week period for adjustment in environmental health initiative.

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Obasanjo says 13% derivation is only a start for oil-producing states

Former president Olusegun Obasanjo says the 13% derivation is only a starting point for oil producing states, as Bayelsa governor Douye Diri calls it inadequate.

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on debt interest in six months, 124% of its revenue, World Bank says

Nigeria spent N7.7 trillion on interest in the first half of 2026, equal to 124.2% of its N6.2 trillion revenue, according to the World Bank.

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.