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Nigerian billionaire, Aliko Dangote, has accused powerful “oil mafias” in the nation’s petroleum sector of working to sabotage his $20 billion Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Speaking during the refinery’s first anniversary of petrol production, Dangote warned that the same forces that destroyed Nigeria’s once-thriving textile industry decades ago are now targeting…

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s firm commitment to working with fellow African nations to achieve sustainable energy security across the continent. Speaking at the 7th African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) National Oil Companies CEOs Forum, Ojulari underscored the urgency for…

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), universal access to clean water and sanitation, while strengthening the nation’s water, sanitation, hydropower, and food systems. This declaration was made Tuesday,by the Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation , Engr. Prof. Joseph…

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has reiterated the Bank’s commitment to establishing macroeconomic stability, fortifying the banking sector, and establishing Nigeria as a top investment destination. Mr. Cardoso stated during a fireside chat moderated by Andreas Voss, Chief Country Representative, Deutsche Bank Nigeria,…

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has launched InnovateNaija, a ₦250 million innovation challenge to empower Nigerian youths and strengthen the innovation ecosystem. Mr Khalil Halilu, Executive Vice Chairman of NASENI who  announced the initiative on Thursday during its launch at the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo and…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final register of voters for the November 8, 2025, Anambra State governorship election, putting the figure at 2,802,790 registered voters. The commission also confirmed receiving 171 letters of intent from associations seeking registration as political parties, following the receipt of 19…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has entered into a strategic partnership with global cybersecurity firm, Kaspersky, to boost Nigeria’s resilience against growing cyber threats. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on the sidelines of the GTIEX Nigeria in Lagos, is designed to strengthen the nation’s digital defenses through…

Dangote Cement Plc has expanded its scholarship programme beyond its immediate host communities to cover students from the Oworo communities in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State. The gesture, unveiled at a ceremony in Obajana on Monday, was facilitated through the Oworo Development Association (ODA), marking a new phase…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced the appointment of two seasoned executives, Mr. Andy Odeh and Mrs. Morenike Adewunmi, to key leadership positions aimed at bolstering its communications and stakeholder engagement. Mr. Odeh assumes the role of Chief Corporate Communications Officer, while Mrs. Adewunmi takes on the…

Concisedailynews – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to seven winners of the August 16, 2025 National Assembly bye-elections, formally confirming their election into the Senate and House of Representatives. The ceremony, held at INEC’s Headquarters in Abuja, on Thursday was presided over by National…