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Lagos Tanker Explosion: 2 Dead, LASTMA Acts Swiftly

A fatal tanker explosion in Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos, claimed two lives. LASTMA officials prevented further tragedy by stopping bystanders from scooping spilled diesel. Authorities urge caution.

Libyan Army Chief Dies in Plane Crash

Libyan Army Chief of Staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, has died in a plane crash. The tragedy occurred as he returned from an official trip to Ankara, Turkey. Read the full report.

10 Dead in Plateau Road Accident

A tragic accident on Jos-Bauchi road claims 10 lives. FRSC cites speed and reckless driving as causes. Read the full report and safety warnings.

Nigeria's Oil Sector: PIA Fails, Distrust Deepens

Despite the Petroleum Industry Act, Nigeria's oil sector remains mired in opacity. NEITI recovers billions, but Dangote Refinery clashes with NMDPRA, exposing deep-seated governance failures. Read the full analysis.

Reps Enforce PIA to Protect Oil-Producing Communities

The House of Representatives Committee on Host Communities commits to enforcing the Petroleum Industry Act, ensuring oil-producing areas get their full benefits. Read about the new oversight and funding model.

US Pursues Third Oil Tanker in Caribbean Near Venezuela

The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.

Air India Crash Sole Survivor Speaks on Trauma, Loss

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the Air India crash that killed 241, details his escape, PTSD, and struggle to reconnect with family in a new BBC interview. Read his heartbreaking story.

NASCAR Driver Greg Biffle, Family Die in Plane Crash

Tragic details emerge as Cristina Biffle texted her mother moments before the crash that killed her, NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, their two children, and three others. Read the heartbreaking story.

Senate Confirms New CEOs for Petroleum Agencies

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Saidu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as CEOs of NMDPRA and NUPRC. Read about their confirmation process and the expectations for Nigeria's oil sector.

Air India Crash: Victim Families, Survivor Get Compensation

Following the 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash, interim compensation has been paid to the lone survivor, victims' families, and ground survivors. Total liabilities reach hundreds of millions of dollars. Read the full report.

Ahmed defends $5M education spending, welcomes probe

Outgoing NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed dismisses allegations of spending $5m on children's education abroad, invites anti-graft agencies to investigate. Senators Oshiomhole and Jimkuta celebrate his exit, while new nominees chart ambitious reform paths for Nige

Greg Biffle, Family Die in Plane Crash

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children tragically died in a plane crash in North Carolina. Read the full story and tributes.

Tinubu Nominates Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as NUPRC CEO

President Bola Tinubu nominates Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, an NNPC veteran with 33 years of experience, as the new Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Discover her career journey and strategic impact on Nigeria's oi

NMDPRA, NUPRC Chiefs Resign After Dangote's Allegations

President Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for new oil sector chiefs after Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe resign. The move follows Aliko Dangote's public allegations of multi-million dollar school fees payments. Read the full details.

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.

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