Category: Energy

NNPC retail empowers female mechanics at She-Fix 2025, advocates Gender inclusivity in Technical Fields

Lukman Laleye Babalola

NNPC Retail Limited (NRL) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusivity and women’s empowerment with the successful hosting of She-Fix 2025, a landmark event dedicated to recognizing and supporting women in the automotive, technical, and energy sectors. The initiative, which also commemorated International Women’s Day (IWD), took place at The Stable Center, Surulere, Lagos, drawing over 300 participants.   With the theme “Driving Diversity and Powering Progress,” the event underscored the critical role women play in fostering innovation, national development, and economic growth. Participants engaged in hands-on technical demonstrations, interactive…

NNPC debunks Port Harcourt refinery explosion rumor, assures public of safety

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has dismissed reports of an explosion at the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) in Rivers State, urged the public and media to disregard the misinformation.   In a statement released on Wednesday in Abuja, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, Olufemi Soneye, clarified that the incident in question was a controlled flare operation, which has since been fully contained.   “There is no danger or health hazard to staff, the surrounding communities, or the environment,” the statement assured.   The…

NNPCL woos global Investors at CERAWeek, highlights Nigeria’s Oil and Gas potential

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has urged global investors to explore the vast opportunities in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, citing robust regulatory reforms and investment-friendly policies that have transformed the country into an attractive investment hub. The Executive Vice President, Upstream, NNPC Ltd, Mr. Udy Ntia, made this call on Tuesday during a session at the 2025 CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, Texas, United States. Speaking on the theme “Spotlight: Attracting Investment for Oil and Gas,” Ntia emphasized that Nigeria is well-positioned as a stable…

CEFC urges NNPCL, NMDPRA to support local refineries ….. Warns against Crude Oil supply disruption to Dangote, Others

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Conference of Energy & Finance Consultants (CEFC) has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to prioritize the survival and growth of local refineries in Nigeria.   The group made this appeal in a statement signed on Thursday by its spokesman, Engr. Anthony Igeriwa, urging the Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Mallam Mele Kyari, and the CEO of NMDPRA, Mr. Farouk Ahmed, to ensure uninterrupted crude oil supply to local refineries, particularly the Dangote Petrochemical Refinery.…

Senate seeks solutions to Oil spill in Niger Delta

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Senate has expressed grave concern over the recurring fire outbreaks and oil spills in the Niger Delta region, urging relevant authorities to take swift action to address the environmental hazards caused by these incidents.   This call to action followed a motion raised by Senator Ipalibo Banigo, who represents Rivers West Senatorial District. She recalled a recent devastating fire that occurred due to an oil spill in the region. The fire not only caused significant environmental damage but also led to the destruction of property and the displacement…

CDS engages Oil and Gas stakeholders in Port Harcourt, pledges commitment to achieving Presidential Oil Production Target

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has held a crucial meeting with key stakeholders in the oil and gas sector, aimed at addressing the challenges hindering the optimization of oil production in Nigeria. During the meeting, General Musa emphasized the critical role oil production plays in the socio-economic development of the country. He pointed to recent progress, highlighting Nigeria’s oil output of over 1.8 million barrels per day as evidence of significant strides made in boosting production. This achievement, according to General Musa, reflects the collective efforts…

NNPC Ltd/FIRST E & P JV launches Health Outreach in 11 KEFFESO Communities

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move to enhance the well-being of residents, the NNPC Ltd/FIRST E & P Joint Venture (JV) successfully carried out a health outreach program across eleven KEFFESO communities in Bayelsa State from January 29 to February 1, 2025.   The initiative, a key component of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, aimed to address healthcare gaps and improve the quality of life for those living in host communities.   The health outreach, held in alignment with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, focused on providing critical health…

Peter Dunia hails Tinubu, applauds Tompolo for Nigeria Maritime University Act …. Says NMU will drive Socio-Economic Growth in Niger Delta

Emporium Reporters

A prominent Niger Deltan and philanthropist, Mr. Peter Dunia, popularly known as Peter Black, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the 2025 Act establishing the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) in Okerenkoko, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.   In a statement titled “Thank You, Mr. President, and Kudos to the GOC,” released on Friday, Dunia described President Tinubu as a visionary leader whose decision marks a turning point for the full commencement of the university.   Expressing his joy at witnessing this historic…

Tanker Explosion: NNPCL sympathizes with victims, urges caution

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A tragic petrol tanker explosion at Dikko-Maje Junction along the Abuja-Kaduna Road in Gurara Local Government Area of Niger State has left several people dead and many others injured. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, involved individuals attempting to scoop fuel from a fallen tanker when the explosion occurred. In response to the incident, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has expressed its deep sympathy to the victims and their families. The company’s Executive Vice President, Downstream, Mr. Isiyaku Abdullahi, visited the General Hospital in Sabon Wuse, Niger State,…

Four States Begin Independent Electricity Generation,Distribution in Nigeria

Emporium Reporters

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has confirmed that four state governments—Enugu, Ekiti, Ondo, and Imo—are set to independently manage electricity generation, transmission, and distribution within their jurisdictions. This development mark a significant step in Nigeria’s efforts to decentralize its power sector and improve electricity supply across the nation. The transition followed the provisions of the Electricity Act (EA) 2023, which empowers states to establish and regulate intrastate electricity markets. According to NERC, six additional states—Oyo, Edo, Kogi, Lagos, Ogun, and Niger—are in the process of acquiring similar regulatory autonomy.…