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The Nigerian Upstream Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has introduced a cutting-edge online platform designed to ease regulatory compliance and oversight functions. Known as HostComply, it is to enable operators in the Nigerian oil and gas industry together with the commission as the statutory mandate as the regulator of the upstream oil and gas sector, to meet regulatory requirements in a timely, efficient, cost-effective manner. In a groundbreaking partnership between the industry stakeholders and the commission on Friday, the commission said the digital solution is to streamline reporting of environmental, social and governance (ESG) management for operators, host communities, and the regulators,…

As a mark of sustaining the legacy, Akwa Ibom Government has pledged to partner in the running of the late Archbishop Elijah Akpan Mboho’s orphanage, GoodNews Community Humanity. Governor Umo Eno made the announcement during the funeral service of Archbishop Mboho held at the international Headquarters of Goodnews Community International, popularly known as Gospel Village, Midim Waterside in Abak Local Government Area on Friday. The Governor directed the State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare and Office the First Lady to work out modalities of partnering the GoodNews Community to administer the orphanage, describing it as the late Archbishop…

Emmanuel Moses Enoidem and Felix Ota Offia are among the 58 legal practitioners approved by the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) to be bestowed with the prestigious title of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Out of the 69 applicants who were shortlisted for the title, 58 were deemed worthy. A statement issued by the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court and Secretary  of the LPPC , Hajo Bello, said the new SANs were appointed as a mark of excellence for distinguished advocacy and academic contributions to legal practice. Related posts COVID-19: ‘I’m Here Because Of God, Not Because Of Doctors,…

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), said Nigeria is looking to collaborate with interested industry players to unlock the full potential of the country’s upstream petroleum sector in an environmentally sustainable manner.  Presenting a paper on “Energy Transition Regime: Leveraging Investment Opportunities In The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Sector” on Wednesday, October 12, the NUPRC Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, noted that Nigeria is a nation where needs meet opportunities. Komolafe urged players in the oil and gas industry in the continent and globally to unlock Nigeria’s vast opportunities for cleaner development and energy security. Related news 42 companies…

Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, also known as Davido, and wife, Chioma, have begotten a set of twins in the United States. In a viral video which surfaced on Friday, the couple were seen beaming with delight, cradling their twins – a boy and a girl. Davido’s dad, Adedeji Adeleke, shot the video outside the hospital premises and announced that the twins would ride home in a Bentley. This remarkable moment arrives a year after the couple’s firstborn, Ifeanyi, was drowned in a swimming pool in the singer’s Banana Island residence in October 2023. It was reported that the ‘Timeless’ singer…

Our reporters The funeral service of Archbishop Elijah Akpan Mboho at Goodnews Community International, Midim in Abak Local Government Area temporarily ‘united’ different gospel ministers’ folds hitherto divided along political lines in Akwa Ibom State. Prior to March 11, 2023 governorship elections in the state, Fathers of Faith led by the former Prelate of Methodist Church Nigeria, the late Dr. Sunday Mbang and Akwa Ibom Christian Assembly (ACA), led by Arch-Bishop Cletus Bassey were gunning for the soul of Hilton Mansion, Uyo. While Fathers of Faith supported the succession agenda of the then governor Udom Emmanuel that birthed Pastor Umo…

After eight years, the Central Bank of Nigeria has finally lifted the foreign exchange restrictions it placed on importers of 43 items. In a statement signed by CBN’s Director of Corporate Communications, Dr. Isa AbdulMumin, the bank said this is a significant change to the foreign exchange market policy. According to the apex bank, this action will boost liquidity in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market and intervene from time to time, stating that interventions will decrease as liquidity improves. Related news Senate confirms Yemi Cardoso as CBN Governor and his deputies  CBN Unveils e-Licensing, Approvals For Microfinance Banks CBN Removes…

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn into Group A alongside hosts Ivory Coast, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea Bissau for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The draw ceremony took place in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire, where the tournament is scheduled to be held from January 13 to February 11, 2024. In the qualifiers, Nigeria secured the top spot in its group with 15 points, showcasing an impressive performance with 22 goals, including a remarkable 16-0 aggregate win against Sao Tome and Principe. Related news AFCON 2023: Nigeria book slot in Ivory Coast AFCON2023Q: Osimhen Scores Hatrick As Nigeria…

Nigerians have reacted to the appointment of Mr. Ola Olukoyede as the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu approved the appointment of new EFCC on Thursday for a renewable term of four years in the first instance, pending Senate confirmation. This comes nearly four months after he suspended the erstwhile anti-graft agency chief, Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa. Related news Tinubu Replaces Bawa with Odusumu as EFCC Chairman Suspended EFCC Chairman Bawa reportedly cools feet at DSS Office  Court Remands EFCC Chairman in prison for contempt “Mr. Olukayode’s appointment follows the resignation of the suspended…

The Lagos State High Court in Ikeja, on Wednesday, convicted two pipeline vandals for killing seven officers of the State Security Service (SSS). The vandals were Clement Ododomu and Tiwei Monday. The killings occurred on September 14, 2015 at Ishawo Creek, Ikorodu, Lagos State. Related news Court Ends banker’s 17-year-old marriage in Akwa Ibom UK Court grants Diezani £70000 bail in alleged bribery case  Italian Court jails Citizen for killing physically challenged Nigerian    Saheed Adetunji, an investigation officer with the DSS told the court during the course of the trial that seven out of the nine-man rescue team were…