The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has suspended the manual processing of all downstream application for licenses and permits. The agency explained further that to replace the manual process, it has launched its digitization initiative for downstream operations under the ‘Automated Downstream System’ (ADS) program. The digital initiative according to[Read More…]
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DPR seal gas stations in Delta over offences
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), Warri Zonal Office yesterday said it has sealed 10 gas plants and 40 gas retail shops over various offences in Delta. Engr. Victor Ohwodiasa, the Manager, Gas division, Warri led a surveillance team of the regulatory agency on the routine exercise on behalf of[Read More…]
None compliance importers on SONCAP cries foul on demurrage – SON
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has debunked the claim by one Kayode Farinto over a purported collapse of its online application portal for the operation of the offshore Conformity Assessment Program (SONCAP) for processing of SON regulated imports into Nigeria describing it as a blatant lie. A statement from[Read More…]
SON, NSCDC to partner on eradication of substandard products in Anambra
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Anambra State command, have resolved to rekindle the partnership between the two organisations towards combating the menace of substandard products in the state. This resolution was made during a courtesy visit of the Anambra State[Read More…]
ICPC confirms arrest of Petroleum Equalisation Fund boss
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), has detained Mr Goddy Nnadi, the General Manager (Corporate Services), Petroleum Equalisation Fund. The spokesperson of the commission, Mrs Rasheedat Okoduwa, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Wednesday, that Nnadi was arrested on Monday and detained by[Read More…]
MTN Nigeria rewards trade partners
Keeping to its tradition of rewarding long-standing partnership, MTN Nigeria recently held its Annual Sales Conference, starting with a forum on January 26, 2019, and culminating in an award ceremony on January 28, 2020. The award ceremony, which took place in Lagos, played host to MTN’s business partners from across[Read More…]
FirstBank reiterates commitment to building capacity of SMEs
First Bank of Nigeria Limited has reiterated its commitment to driving growth and building the capacity of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country. Speaking at the FirstBank SMEConnect Business Clinic, held in Lagos recently, the Group Head, Lagos Island 1, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Olufunke Smith stated[Read More…]
ShopRite takes breast cancer awareness to 6 regions in Nigeria
In what looks like a massive boost to the fight against breast cancer in Nigeria, Shoprite, a retailer across Africa, has thrown its weight behind fight against breast cancer by situating four screening stations in Asaba, Onitsha, Abuja and Kano. Other cities are Damaturu and Lagos. In statement made available[Read More…]
Shell disburses N155m support to 140 Niger Delta youth
One hundred and forty young and talented people from eight states of the Niger Delta have graduated from the specialised Shell LiveWIRE Nigeria entrepreneurial training programme, which provides business and financial support to enable them to establish small and medium scale businesses. Drawn from Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross Rivers,[Read More…]
EFCC Arraigns Ex-NDDC Boss, Nicholas Ebomo for Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on February 3, 2020, arraigned a former Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Nicholas Mutu Ebomo, Airworld Technologies LTD, Oyien Homes LTD, and one Blessing Mutu (now at large) before Justice F. O. G. Ogunbanjo of[Read More…]
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FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]