Crude imports by domestic refineries jump 151.5% in July — NMDPRA
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja Crude oil imports by domestic refineries rose by 151.5 per cent to 5.13 million barrels in July 2026, from 2.04 million barrels in June, according to data released by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The increase came as domestic crude supply to refineries fell sharply during the […]
The South African and immigrants question: Unbundling causal factors not to ignore
By TONY ALABI Introduction: We are often quick in our divides to defend the arguments for the attacks of immigrants as South Africans, on occasion of perceived immigrant nuisance value and to label such attacks as xenophobia when on the immigrant side of the debate. More so, when earning points reasonably comes easy with citations of […]
Armed forces personnel and social media exposure
Social media has become a torchlight and a tripwire for Nigeria’s armed forces and security agencies. It has enabled the public to expose alleged oppression, corruption, and abuse that might otherwise remain buried. In January 2024, soldier Ruth Ogunleye used TikTok to allege sexual harassment, intimidation, and abuse by senior officers. The Army investigated and […]
L-PRES inspects Taraba projects ahead of minister’s visit
By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The National Coordinator of the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), Dr Sanusi Abubakar, has commended the Taraba State Government and people of the state for providing a conducive environment for the smooth implementation of livestock development initiatives. Abubakar gave the commendation in Jalingo on Tuesday while leading a […]
Abia AFAN targets 20,000 tonnes of soybean, moves to crash poultry feed cost
By Steve Oko UMUAHIA — The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), Abia State chapter, has launched a major agricultural diversification drive targeting 20,000 tonnes of soybean annually, as part of efforts to cut the soaring cost of poultry feed, boost food security and position the state as a hub for priority crops. The initiative, […]
Franck Kayombo champions entrepreneurship, skills development for Congo youth
By Ayo Onikoyi Entrepreneur and youth advocate, Franck Kayombo, is promoting entrepreneurship and skills development as tools for empowering young people and addressing socio-economic challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Kayombo, National President of the Innovative Network of Young Entrepreneurs of Congo (RIJEC RDC), founded the organisation in 2025 to create opportunities for […]
