The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with the Republic of Congo, particularly in the area of Local Content development in the oil and gas sector. Lokpobiri gave the assurance while welcoming a Congolese delegation to his office in Abuja. The Minister said Nigeria is willing to share its experience and lessons from the implementation of its Local Content policy with its “brother country,” Congo. He explained that Nigeria’s Local Content journey began over 15 years ago with…
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Group Celebrates Johnbull Ejovi At 71
The Global Initiative Support Group for Sheriff 2027, has felicitated its patron, Evangelist Chief Johnbull Ejovi, on his 71st birthday, describing him as a man of faith, service, integrity and positive impact. In a birthday message signed by its Chairman, Chief Josiah Ntekume and Secretary, Barrister Abednego Dikame, the group said Ejovi’s 71 years had been marked by sacrifice, wisdom and commitment to causes and people he believed in. The group noted that his contributions as its patron had continued to inspire members in their pursuit of a united,…
Read MoreMANROY, TANTITA Donate 18-Seater Bus To NUJ Warri Chapel
MANROY Global Services Limited, in partnership with TANTITA Security Services Nigeria Limited, has donated a brand-new 18-seater bus to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Warri Correspondents’ Chapel, to enhance the mobility and operational activities of journalists in the area. The presentation of the vehicle took place at the MANROY office along the DSC Expressway, Udu Local Government Area of Delta State, in the presence of the Ovie of Great Idjerhe Kingdom, HRM King Monday Obukohwo Whiskey, PhD, a veteran in the media industry. Speaking during the ceremony, Managing Director…
Read MoreIjaw Activist Hails Tantita For Enhancing Pipeline Security, Creating Over 200,000 Jobs In Niger Delta
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, TSSNL, has been credited with stabilizing oil and gas infrastructure in the Niger Delta, creating over 200,000 jobs, and supporting a rise in national crude oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day. A US-Based Ijaw Activist, Mr. Kabowei Akamande disclosed this at a conference on “Sustaining the Vision and Izon Development Agenda of High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo for Future Generations” organized by Save the Niger Delta Group in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Akamande, who doubles as a laboratory quality…
Read MoreTantita’s Pipeline Protection Boosts Nigeria’s Oil Revenue, Employs Over 60,000 Niger Delta Youths— Bebenimibo
By David Lawani, Abuja The Media Consultant to Tantita Nigeria Limited, Dr. Paul Bebenimibo, has said the company’s sustained efforts in protecting oil pipelines and other critical infrastructure in the Niger Delta have significantly improved crude oil production, environmental safety and economic activities in the region. Bebenimibo, who is also Special Adviser to Tantita Chairman, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, stated this while speaking on the sidelines of an award presented to Tantita by Blueprint Newspapers in recognition of the company’s contributions to pipeline security and national development.…
Read More2027: Olomu Wards 1, 2, Effurun-Otor Stakeholders Back Omo-Agege, Obiuvwevbi
Political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections have intensified in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State as stakeholders and supporters from Olomu Wards 1 and 2, as well as Effurun-Otor, rallied support for the governorship ambition of former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, and the National Assembly aspiration of Dr Christopher Obiuvwevbi Omininini. The development followed a consultation tour by the political team to Ogoni-Olomu, Olomu Kingdom, Ewu Kingdom and other communities in the area. The delegation, comprising Omo-Agege, described as the…
Read MoreDanmotech Donates N21.35m At Oleh Thanksgiving, Preaches Forgiveness, Unity
The atmosphere was filled with joy and thanksgiving on Sunday as Engr. Omoyibo Daniel Elozino, popularly known as Danmotech, called on the people of Oleh Kingdom in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State to embrace forgiveness, peace and unity for the rapid development of the community. Danmotech made the call during a special thanksgiving service held at The Apostolic Church, Oleh, which he personally built and dedicated to God. The service, held on August 9, 2026, was organised to mark the thanksgiving of the former President-General of Oleh…
Read MoreOil Spill in Nigeria’s Uzere Must Be Stopped Before It Becomes ‘Another Ogoni’, MaimoniWarns
By Dr. Maimoni Ubrei-Joe LAGOS, Nigeria — An environmental advocate has called on Heritage Oil & Gas Company (Nig.) Limited to urgently contain an oil spill that has reportedly been flowing continuously in Uzere Community, Delta State, since June 27, warning that the pollution risks turning the area into “another Ogoni” if immediate action is not taken. Dr. Maimoni Ubrei-Joe, an environmental and climate justice advocate, said the prolonged spill poses a serious threat to the environment, public health and the livelihoods of residents who depend…
Read MoreOmoyibo Donates Additional ₦50m To Complete Igorigo’s House Project
Chief Engr. Daniel Omoyibo, Managing Director of Danmotech Nigeria Limited and Dantinajo Hotel & Resorts, has donated an additional ₦50 million towards the completion of the house project of Chief Hon. Godday Excellence Igorigo, bringing his total contribution to ₦70 million. The latest donation follows an earlier contribution of ₦20 million made by the businessman to support the same project, a gesture that has attracted commendation from associates and well-wishers. Expressing gratitude in a statement, Igorigo described Omoyibo’s generosity as exceptional, saying the support reflected his compassion, selflessness…
Read More70 Years After First Oil, Jonathan Urges Industrialisation Over Crude Exports
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Former President Goodluck Jonathan, has disclosed that Nigeria would only achieve meaningful economic diversification if it develops local industries that support oil and gas production rather than relying on crude oil exports. Jonathan stated this while speaking as chairman at the 2026 Sweet Crude Dialogue held in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, with the theme, “Through the Python’s Eye: 70 Years of Oil and Gas Production in Nigeria.” According to him, “Exporting crude oil alone generates revenue but does little to diversify the economy or create sustainable employment.…
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