Union states conditions for downstream deregulation
The National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers, NUPENG, has warned the Federal Government to be ready for war if it goes ahead with the deregulation of the downstream sector without meeting the agreements reached with organised labour over two years ago.
Shell Plans to Boost Nigeria Gas Production Next Year
Royal Dutch Shell Plc, operator of Nigeria’s largest oil fields, plans to boost its natural-gas production in the country as it starts a new facility and cuts flaring, or the burning of the fuel at fields.
Jonathan: Tribunal delivers judgment on CPC’s petition today
ABUJA-After six months of intense legal fireworks at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting at the Abuja Division of the Court of Appeal, a five-man panel of justices will today determine whether the April 16 general election was duly won by President Goodluck Jonathan or not.
AFZA blames free zone woes on lack of knowledge
Africa Free Zones Authority (AFZA) has attributed the stagnant growth of free zones in the country to non- utilisation of huge opportunities in the scheme.
Why govt ‘ll not negotiate with Boko Haram
Minister for Interior, Comrade Abba Moro, spoke to reporters recently in Makurdi recently, on a number of issues including the security challenges the nation is facing.
Oil majors shun local insurance on credit ratings
International oil companies in Nigeria, IOCs, have been accused of refusing local insurance companies the opportunity to cover their risks under the guise that the local underwriters don’t have international credit ratings.
Ajaokuta steel: Sambo orders proper employment of staff
ABUJA- Chairman of National Council on Privatisation, NCP, Vice- President Namadi Sambo, Monday, expressed worries over the deplorable condition of Ajaokuta Steel Company and directed its management to properly engage its workforce.
Abia embarks on dualization of roads
Umuahia-ABIA State Government has embarked on the dualization of two of the major roads that lead to Umuahia, the state capital. This, the government said is to tackle traffic problems in the capital city.
Techno Oil boss bags national honour
The Chief Executive Officer of Techno Oil Limited, Mrs. Nkechi Obi, has been conferred with the Member of the Order of the Niger, MON, for her meritorious and selfless services to the nation.
Govt demands professionalism in extractive activities
The Federal Government has urged operators in the nation’s extractive industries to operate in a professional manner that will ensure the sustainability of the environment and help create opportunities for wealth creation for millions of Nigerians.
Akwa Ibom expends N100m on federal roads
Undeterred by the huge state projects and the lean resources to execute them, Akwa Ibom State government has expended N100million to carry out repair and reconstruction works on federal highways in the state.
