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Daily Petrol Usage Drops by 600,000 Litres
Nigeria's daily petrol consumption fell to 47.4 million litres in June 2026, marking a 600,000-litre daily decrease compared to the previous year as market deregulation continues to influence demand.
Serious crimes by bailed offender and shifts in environmental policy dominate news
A convicted sex offender on bail has been found guilty of multiple crimes, while government officials contemplate relaxing environmental targets to ease financial burdens.
Vendr.ng provides digital solution for Nigeria’s shared utility billing disputes
Nigerian startup Vendr.ng is addressing electricity billing disputes in shared housing by offering a software-based platform that integrates with existing smart meters, reducing conflicts between neighbors and landlords.
Ukrainian forces strike two major Russian oil refineries
Ukraine has conducted long-range strikes against two major Russian oil refineries, aiming to diminish Moscow's war funding while facing deadly retaliatory drone attacks across several Ukrainian regions.
Rabiu Umar Emphasizes Need for Adaptive Energy Regulation
NMDPRA chief Rabiu Umar advocates for modernized, digital-focused regulatory processes to keep pace with Nigeria's evolving energy sector.
ITUC-Africa Urges African Leaders to Prioritize Poverty Reduction Through Industrialization
ITUC-Africa argues that African industrialization must prioritize human welfare, explicitly opposing Nigeria's plans to remove electricity subsidies.
Dangote Refinery Lowers Fuel Prices for Petrol and Diesel
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has officially decreased its ex-depot prices for petrol to N1,165 per litre and diesel to N1,570 per litre, effective August 6.
Abia Lawmakers Demand Answers Following Six-Day Power Outage in Aba
Abia State lawmakers visited Aba Power Limited to confront the firm over a six-day blackout that has paralyzed local businesses and households, citing gas supply issues as the primary cause.
Dangote Refinery Lowers Fuel Prices for Petrol and Diesel
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed the ex-depot prices of petrol and diesel to improve fuel affordability and support Nigeria's economic stability.
Delta State reveals strategy to activate 3,000MW power capacity and draw investment
Delta State has unveiled a roadmap to utilize 3,000 megawatts of power capacity by establishing new regulatory agencies and inviting private sector investment.