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Wike: The other side of a fighter, by Donu Kogbara

Wike: The other side of a fighter, by Donu Kogbara

I went home to Rivers State last weekend to participate in a celebration and Anglican thanksgiving service. They were hosted in Koroma, Tai Local Government Area, by Senator Barinada Mpigi, a fellow Ogoni and friend. And the special guests of honour were Chief Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President, and Chief Nyesom Wike, our former governor […]
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Oil price fall affects  insurance negatively  – Shoderu

Oil price fall affects insurance negatively – Shoderu

The drop in the price of crude could adversely affect the insurance industry, given the fact that insurance thrives when the economy is robust, experts have said. President of the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers, NCRIB, Mr. Ayodapo Shoderu, who made the assertion, noted that at the level of the common man, the devalued naira will reduce the disposable income of Nigerians, further precluding them to care less about undertaking insurance.

Nigerian Refineries: Avalanche of controversies

Nigerian Refineries: Avalanche of controversies

Except urgent and immediate steps are taken, Nigeria’s quest to have sufficient refining capacity may not be achieved soon as being anticipated, because none of the fluid catalytic cracking, FCC units in all the refineries is working, investigation has shown.

How Kerosene is produced

How Kerosene is produced

By Jim Rex-LAWSON MOSES Kerosene is an oil distillate commonly used as a fuel or solvent. It is a thin, clear liquid consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons that boil between 302°F and 527°F (150°C and 275°C). While kerosene can be extracted from coal, oil shale, and wood, it is primarily derived from refined petroleum. […]

Over 5000MW still  offers no reprieve

Over 5000MW still offers no reprieve

With the addition of the 220 megawatts from the newly rehabilitated Egbin turbine, many residents in Lagos are still frustrated by the poor electricity supply and its adverse impact on their businesses. Sweetcrude learnt that while some areas in Lagos continue to groan in darkness, others are luckier and enjoy more than 12hours daily supply.