As global oil prices remain volatile and Nigerian commuters grapple with soaring petrol costs, the Federal Government's push for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) has emerged as a compelling alternative. President Bola Tinubu’s recent order for the immediate deployment of 100,000 CNG conversion kits further highlights the urgency to wean the country off expensive imported fuel. …
Nigerian carriers are bleeding cash and flying at a loss as the ongoing Middle East conflict has pushed up aviation fuel prices by about 80 per cent, airline operators have disclosed. The crisis, triggered by the escalation of hostilities between US-Israeli forces and Iran since February 28, has disrupted shipping through the strategic Strait of …
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a 45-day deadline to all privately-owned substations connected to the national grid, mandating them to obtain the necessary operating permits or face immediate disconnection and stringent penalties. The directive, contained in an order signed by the Vice Chairman, Musiliu Oseni and Commissioner, Legal, Licensing and Compliance, Dafe …
President Bola Tinubu has directed the immediate deployment of approximately 100,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion kits across Nigeria to cushion the impact of soaring fuel prices on commuters. The directive was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas (Pi-CNG), Ismaeel Ahmed, on Tuesday after a meeting with Tinubu …
The Federal Government has announced plans to engage concessionaires to introduce automation of payment systems at access gates of airports across Nigeria, with the long-term goal of transitioning to a fully electronic model. This comes as the government through the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has begun immediate implementation of a hybrid system to …
Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has ordered the temporary suspension of helicopter landing fees imposed on oil companies over concerns that the charges could disrupt operations in the oil and gas sector. Keyamo said he gave the directive for suspension of the charges on Monday, March 9, during a meeting with …
President Bola Tinubu has approved the Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Bonga Southwest deepwater project, estimated to attract about $20 billion in Foreign Direct Investment into Nigeria. This marks a significant step in Nigeria’s quest to attract strategic investments and accelerate sustainable economic growth. According to a statement by Andy Odeh, Chief Corporate Communications …
Dangote Refinery has cut its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, by ₦100 to ₦1,075 per litre from the earlier price of ₦1,175 per litre. The refinery also stated that the price of PMS for coastal supply will now be set at ₦1,050 per litre, which accounts for a minor …
As the world continues to experience global supply disruptions and surging crude oil prices, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reassured its commitment to a steady fuel supply in Nigeria, emphasising that the nation's domestic refining capacity provides a crucial buffer against international market shocks. The refinery's Managing Director, David Bird, who spoke in a media chat …
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited recorded a significant drop of 46.7 per cent in revenue from ₦4.824 trillion in December 2025 to ₦2.571 trillion in January 2026. The national oil firm, however, recorded a marginal increase in profit after tax of ₦385 billion in January from ₦351 billion in December, representing a 9.7 …
