State Debt Rises by N94.79bn in Three Months
Nigeria's 36 states and FCT saw domestic debt rise to N3.96tn in Q2 2025. Experts warn of a structural crisis as debt servicing eats into funds for health and education. Read the full analysis.
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Nigeria ships 33.2m barrels of crude to U.S. in eight months
Nigeria strengthens its role as the top African crude oil supplier to the United States, exporting 33.23 million barrels worth $2.57 billion from January to August 2025. Discover the economic impact and the role of Dangote Refinery.
Radda: Don't blame only govs for economic hardship
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda urges Nigerians to scrutinise Federal Government's use of 52% revenue share. He argues states, LGAs bear public anger despite limited funds. Read his full interview.
Kaduna 2026 Budget: Education Leads with 25% of N985.9bn
Governor Uba Sani signs Kaduna's N985.9bn 2026 budget, prioritizing education with 25%. See the full sectoral breakdown and focus on grassroots projects.
PETROAN: N58.18tr 2026 Budget Achievable with 1.84mbpd
PETROAN endorses Nigeria's 2026 budget, citing realistic oil targets. It urges transparent privatisation of state refineries by Q1 2026 and highlights security, host communities, and regulatory funding as key to success.
Indigenous Firms Control 50% of Nigeria's Oil, Gas Output
The Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG) announces indigenous firms now account for over 50% of Nigeria's crude oil and gas production. Discover the impact on energy security and sector growth.
Dangote, Others Honoured in Downstream Petroleum Awards
Petroleumprice.ng honours Aliko Dangote, MRS Oil, Rainoil, and others in its first industry awards. Winners were chosen via a hybrid model of public votes and expert judges. Read the full list.
Tinubu Vows Security Reset in 2025 Budget Speech
President Bola Tinubu announces a sweeping national security revamp, allocating N5.41 trillion to defence. He declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists amid rising violence.
Civil Society Commends NNPC's Ojulari for Oil Sector Turnaround
A civil society coalition has lauded NNPC Ltd's CEO, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, for transformative leadership that increased crude production to a 36-year high of 355,000 bpd and drove record profits. Read the full appraisal.
Tinubu's ₦58.18tr 2026 Budget Targets Security, Economy
President Tinubu presents a massive ₦58.18 trillion 2026 budget, declares all armed non-state actors as terrorists, and outlines plans for economic consolidation. Read the full details.
Tinubu Tells Governors To Hand Over LG Allocations
President Bola Tinubu has ordered state governors to comply with the Supreme Court judgement and directly fund local governments. He also reaffirmed plans for state police. Read the full story.
Venezuela Faces Deep Crisis as US Tightens Oil Blockade
A new US blockade on Venezuelan oil shipments could slash production and halve exports, pushing the economy deeper into crisis. Experts warn of severe impacts.
IBEDC Blames Outages on Reduced Grid Supply
IBEDC apologises for prolonged power outages in Oyo, Ogun, Osun, and Kwara, citing reduced allocation from the national grid. The company is engaging with TCN for a solution. Read more.
IBEDC Blames Power Outages on Reduced Grid Supply
IBEDC attributes prolonged power outages in its franchise area to reduced allocation from the national grid. The company is engaging TCN for a solution while cracking down on energy theft.
Trump Announces Naval Blockade Against Venezuela
US President Donald Trump announces a maritime blockade on Venezuela, demanding the return of oil and land he claims were stolen. Get the full details on this escalating crisis.
Nigeria's oil rigs stuck at 41 amid OPEC expansion
Nigeria's oil rig count remained flat at 41 in November, unchanged from 2024, while OPEC nations boosted activity by 7%. Discover the structural challenges holding back Africa's top producer.
Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Venezuela Oil Tankers
US President Donald Trump announces a total blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil vessels, escalating tensions. Learn the details and potential impact on the global oil market.
Dangote Debunks Trump Feud Rumours, Cites US Crude Supply
Aliko Dangote dismisses rumours of US President Trump's opposition to his refinery, revealing it buys 100 million barrels of crude annually from America. Get the full story.
FG, States, LGs Share N1.9trn as FAAC Allocation Drops
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) distributed N1.928 trillion for November 2025, a significant drop from October. See the full breakdown for FG, states, and LGs.
FAAC Revenue Falls by N428bn, N1.93trn Shared
FAAC reports a sharp N427.969bn drop in November revenue, sharing N1.93 trillion among FG, states, and LGs. Key taxes see substantial declines. Read the full breakdown.
Golden Terra Oil Voted Nigeria's Top Healthy Cooking Oil
Nigerian consumers have voted Golden Terra Soya Oil as the Most Preferred Healthy Cooking Oil at the 2025 Consumer Value Awards. Discover why 72% chose this heart-friendly brand.
Ogoni Youths Demand Oil Block, Halt to License Bids
Ogoni youths demand an oil block and halt to ongoing bids, insisting on equity and inclusion before resuming oil production in Ogoniland after 30 years.
Dangote Refinery Slashes Diesel Price to N910/Litre
Dangote Refinery reduces diesel price to N910 per litre, a 4.21% drop, offering relief to Nigerian industries and transport ahead of Christmas. Driven by global crude trends and improved NNPC supply.
Supreme Court Dismisses Osun's LG Funds Suit
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
PENGASSAN warns of oil sector brain drain over low pay
PENGASSAN warns Nigeria's oil sector faces a severe brain drain due to low wages and economic hardship. Union President Festus Osifo urges immediate action to close the wage gap and retain skilled workers.
NNPC's ₦5.4trn Profit Shows Impact of Reforms
NNPC Limited's record ₦5.4 trillion profit for 2024 is hailed as proof of successful reforms under Bayo Ojulari. Discover how operational discipline and commercial changes are reshaping Nigeria's oil and gas sector.
UK Group GETI Praises NUPRC's $10bn Licensing Round
UK's GETI commends NUPRC for transparent $10bn oil licensing round. Digital portal for 50 blocks aligns Nigeria with global best practices, boosting investor confidence. Read more.
NUPRC's $10bn Licensing Round Hailed as Global Transparency Model
UK-based GETI commends NUPRC's digital licensing portal, projecting $10bn investment. A new benchmark for Africa's oil sector under Engr. Gbenga Komolafe's leadership.
Pacific Island Office Aids Sanctions-Busting Oil Smuggling
A beachside office in the Cook Islands is being used by dozens of tankers to smuggle Russian and Iranian oil, undermining Western sanctions. New Zealand expresses alarm. Read the full investigation.
Nigeria eyes $10bn from 50 oil blocks lease
Nigeria's NUPRC launches 2025 oil licensing round for 50 blocks, aiming to raise $10bn and boost output by 400,000 barrels per day. Discover the transparent bidding process.
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