Day: July 10, 2025

We’ve Uncovered Massive Fraud In Nigeria’s Oil And Gas Industry – EFCC

Abibat Babalola

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, on Wednesday disclosed that the agency had begun investigating the financial records of the oil and gas sector and had already uncovered “mind-boggling” levels of corruption. He revealed that the ongoing probe into the oil and gas sector is only scratching the surface of widespread fiscal malfeasance, even as he urged the National Assembly to urgently pass a law criminalising unexplained wealth. “In the last three weeks, we started a commission-wide investigation into the extractive industry, particularly…

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LASU Overtakes UNILORIN As Varsity Of First Choice

Abibat Babalola

In what marks a major shift in university admission preferences among Nigerian youths, Lagos State University (LASU) has emerged as the most sought-after institution of higher learning in the country, displacing the long-reigning University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) from the top spot. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) released the figures on Tuesday during its policy meeting in Abuja, revealing that LASU received the highest number of applications in the 2024/2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) cycle. According to the data, LASU clinched the top position with 67,328 applications, while…

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Senate Removes Natasha As Diaspora Committee Chair

Ganiyu Amodu

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi central, has been removed as chairman of the senate committee on diaspora and NGOs. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during plenary on Thursday. Akpabio named Aniekan Bassey, who represents Akwa Ibom north-east, as the new chairman of the diaspora and NGOs committee. Bassey is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). “The new chairman is Distinguished Senator Aniekan Bassey, and it will take effect from today,” he said. Akpabio also hinted at a broader reshuffling of committee positions, saying a review…

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‘Reconsider That,’ Nigeria Pushes Back As US, UAE Tighten Visa Rules

Abibat Babalola

The Federal Government has expressed concern over the recent decision by the United States to impose tighter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens, describing the move as disproportionate, calling for “reconsideration in the spirit of mutual respect and cooperation.” This comes just as the United Arab Emirates imposed tougher entry conditions for Nigerian travellers, banning transit visa applications entirely. READ ALSO: Heirs Energies, Renaissance Collaborate to Drive Nigeria’s Indigenous Oil, Gas Devt PSG Thrash Real Madrid 4-0, Advance To Club World Cup Final LASU Appoints Dr. Noeem Thanny As Ag. HoD,…

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Heirs Energies, Renaissance Collaborate to Drive Nigeria’s Indigenous Oil, Gas Devt

ADEOLA YUSUF

Port Harcourt, Nigeria – 24th June 2025 – Heirs Energies Limited and Renaissance Africa Energy Company have expressed mutual commitment to strategic collaboration following a high-level courtesy visit by Osa Igiehon, CEO of Heirs Energies, to Renaissance’s leadership team, led by the Managing Director, Tony Attah. The landmark meeting, which marked the first formal engagement between the two companies post-Renaissance’s successful transition, focused on mutual priorities and shared commitment to advancing Nigeria’s oil and gas sector through indigenous leadership and innovation. Speaking during the visit, Osa Igiehon emphasized the significance…

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