Nigerian Government Drags Pan Ocean to Court Over $49.9m Unpaid Oil Royalties, Gas Flaring Penalties

The FG has sued Pan Ocean, accusing the company of failing to pay nearly $49.9m in royalties and gas penalties. The federal government has reignited its legal battle against Pan Ocean Oil Corporation (Nigeria) Limited over the alleged non-payment of $49,936,088.31 in oil and gas royalties, concession rentals, and gas flaring penalties. The plaintiffs in […]

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Governor Otu Launches Digitized Certificate of Occupancy Scheme to Ease Land Administration in C’River

In a major move to improve the ease of doing business and land administration in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Edet Otu has announced the full digitalization and fast-tracking of the Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) issuance process. Governor Otu made this achievement public on Monday during a courtesy and presentation visit by the Cross River […]

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CBN launches BVN platform for Nigerians in diaspora, targets $1bn monthly remittances.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS), has launched the non-resident bank verification number (NRBVN) platform to ease access to financial services for Nigerians in the diaspora. Unveiled on Tuesday in Abuja, the digital platform allows Nigerians abroad to obtain their BVN remotely, eliminating the long-standing requirement […]

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FG establishes MediPool to lower the cost of essential medicines.

The federal executive council (FEC) has approved the establishment of MediPool, a purchasing organisation. Pate said the organisation will offer competitive pricing and supply essential medicines and healthcare products across Nigeria. He said MediPool will function as a public-private partnership, leveraging the federal government’s significant purchasing power to negotiate better prices from suppliers. He added […]

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FEC Approves Group Life Insurance For Govt Officials, Civil Servants.

The Federal Executive Council has approved a group life insurance scheme for federal government officials, civil servants, and some other workers at the federal level. The approval was given at the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. The Head of Civil Service of the […]

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NIMASA, PFSO Collaborate On National Maritime Security Strategy

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Port Facility Security Officers Forum of Nigeria (PFSOFN) are in discussions to develop a National Maritime Security Strategy aimed at enhancing the security of the nation’s ports. Speaking at the end of a one day Maritime Security Conference hosted by NIMASA, which also doubles as […]

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Truckers endorse e-call-up system to tackle congestion at Onne port

Despite claims that a call-up system is not necessary at the Onne Port in the Eastern part of the country, the Association of Maritime Truck Owners has said that implementing a fully automated system would not only streamline trade operations but also help prevent road accidents. In a statement he signed and made available to […]

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Nigeria’s oil production rose by 6% to 1.48m bpd in April, says NUPRC.

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NUPRC) says the country’s oil production increased to 1,485,700 barrels of oil per day (bpd) in April. According to NUPRC’s latest crude oil and condensate production data, the figure represents the first month-on-month output growth. The current production level signifies a 6.06 percent rise compared to March, when the […]

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Bille Women Protest Against Pirate Attacks, Urge Rivers State Administrator to Act

Women from Bille Kingdom in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State have staged a peaceful demonstration at the Rivers State Government House, protesting the increasing pirate attacks along their waterways. The women appealed to the State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Retired), to urgently deploy concrete security measures to safeguard lives and […]

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PHOTOS: NIGHT OF TRIBUTE AND SERVICE OF SONGS IN HONOR OF LATE CHIEF DR. EDWIN KIAGBODO CLARK OFR, OON

The service of songs put together by the Rivers Elders and Leaders Forum was held on the 11th of may, 2025 at Royal House of Grace International Church, GRA Extension, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Rivers Elders and Leaders gathered to pay tribute, share memories, and celebrate the enduring legacy of an icon whose life impacted […]

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