Venezuela Oil Ships Head to US as Storage Nears Capacity
Three Chevron-chartered tankers are transporting Venezuelan crude to the US, as sanctions cause a major storage buildup. Get the latest on the oil shipments and the looming capacity crisis.
Three Chevron-chartered tankers are transporting Venezuelan crude to the US, as sanctions cause a major storage buildup. Get the latest on the oil shipments and the looming capacity crisis.
CITN President Innocent Ohagwa outlines the pillars for Nigeria's new tax reform success: sustained implementation, capacity building & stakeholder engagement. Learn how the reforms aim to harmonize taxes and boost revenue.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright declares indefinite US control over Venezuelan oil sales, aiming to revive production with billions in investment. Details on the plan and its implications.
US authorities seized the Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Full details on the international enforcement action.
US forces seized the Russian-flagged Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic for violating sanctions linked to Venezuela and Iran. A second vessel was captured in the Caribbean. Read the full details.
U.S. forces intercept a Russian-flagged oil tanker after a trans-Atlantic pursuit for violating sanctions on Venezuelan oil. Full details on the dramatic seizure operation inside.
Pastor Hank Kunneman defends Trump's plan to control Venezuela's oil, claiming divine approval. Read the global reactions and the controversial spiritual justification.
President Donald Trump announces a major oil transfer deal with Venezuela's interim government. Get the full details on the agreement and its global implications.
Former President Trump claims Venezuela's interim government will transfer sanctioned oil to the US, with proceeds controlled by Washington. Details on the plan and regional implications.
Global oil prices fall to $61 per barrel due to Venezuela's instability. Analysts warn of further drops below $60 if US tensions persist. OPEC+ pauses production hikes.
US President Donald Trump outlines a timeline for American oil companies to expand operations in Venezuela within 18 months, following the capture of Nicolas Maduro. Details inside.
Experts warn that US efforts to revive Venezuela's oil industry could destabilise Nigeria's 2026 budget, which relies heavily on uncertain oil earnings. Discover the potential impact and calls for diversification.
Political upheaval in Venezuela could flood oil markets, slashing prices and creating a $10 billion shortfall in Nigeria's 2026 budget. Experts warn of severe fiscal strain and pressure on the Naira. Read the full analysis.
Geopolitical shifts in Venezuela could crash oil prices, threatening Nigeria's N58.18 trillion 2026 spending plan and naira stability. Experts warn of a potential $10.24 billion revenue shortfall.
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has terminated all revenue contractors and consultants to ensure transparency and centralised collection. Discover the new reforms.
Following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, US President Donald Trump has announced plans for American firms to develop Venezuela's vast oil reserves. Experts warn the plan faces massive hurdles and could take a decade. Read more on the imp
Economist Kalu Aja warns US intervention in Venezuela may flood oil market, pressuring prices and jeopardising Nigeria's $64 per barrel 2026 budget benchmark. Read the full analysis.
Minister Heineken Lokpobiri declares 2025 a successful year for Nigeria's oil sector, driven by reforms, new investments, and strengthened local content. Read the full report on the industry's progress and 2026 outlook.
Ghana's Tema Oil Refinery is back online after years of inactivity, operating at 28,000 bpd. This could reduce its reliance on imports from Nigeria's Dangote Refinery, its top 2025 supplier. Explore the shifting energy dynamics in West Africa.
Nigeria's Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has officially transformed into the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS). Discover the new logo, public reactions, and what this means for taxpayers.
NRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji unveils the agency's new logo, signaling a commitment to a unified, efficient revenue system aligned with Nigeria's economic agenda. Read more.
Nigeria's FIRS is now the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) following landmark 2025 legislation. Discover how this shift promises transparency, efficiency, and a new era of public finance management for all citizens.
Nigeria's FIRS transitions to the Nigeria Revenue Service in January 2026, driven by four new laws. The reform promises streamlined tax processes, stronger oversight, and integrated revenue collection for better public finance management.
Nigeria's new tax ID portal goes live January 1, 2026. Your NIN becomes your tax number. Learn how to retrieve your ID and what it means for you.
Nigerian Army's 6 Division, in a sustained operation, has arrested 19 suspects and dismantled 22 illegal refining hubs in the Niger Delta, recovering over N150 million worth of stolen crude. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Kano State will enforce digital-only tax payments from 2026 to curb revenue leakages. Experts urge public embrace of reforms for economic growth. Learn more.
The Federal Government's Q1 2025 budget report reveals a massive N8.21 trillion shortfall in oil revenue and a N3.04 trillion fiscal deficit. Discover the key figures and causes behind this critical shortfall.
Tin Can Island Port Customs generated N1.57 trillion, exceeding its annual target by N51.8 billion, driven by a surge in used vehicle imports. Read the full report on the revenue feat.
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.
Taiwo Oyedele warns that failure to implement new tax laws by January 1, 2026, will leave 98% of Nigerian workers overtaxed. He urges targeted amendments, not suspension.