By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has unveiled its Gas Master Plan 2026, tagged NGMP 2026, as part of renewed efforts to reposition Nigeria’s gas sector as a driver of industrialisation, energy security, and sustainable economic growth. The unveiling, which took place at the NNPC Towers in Abuja on Friday,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Tech Revolution Africa 2.0 brought together over 5,000 participants, featuring more than 80 speakers, 38 exhibitors, and 15 product showcases. The event offered thought-leadership sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities focused on emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and the future of work. MTN Chief Information Officer Shoyinka Shodunke delivered the keynote address, while several…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN has introduced a new newsletter segment, ‘15‑Minute Scoop with …’, offering quick, candid conversations with senior leadership on the telecoms and technology landscape across Africa, with a particular focus on Nigeria. The column will appear on the last Friday of every month. The inaugural edition featured Group Executive Shoyinka Shodunke, who…
By Ayomide Otitoju Earlier this week, MTN Group President & CEO Ralph Mupita and MTN Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola met with Dr. Bosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, to discuss the strategic role of telecommunications in the country’s economic future. The meeting focused on building a strong, reliable, and future-ready telecoms…
President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that all Canadian-built aircraft would lose their U.S. certification until Canada approves American-made Gulfstream business jets, a move that could trigger major travel disruptions if enacted. Posting on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump accused Canada of “wrongfully, illegally, and steadfastly” refusing to certify Gulfstream’s newest models —…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dangote Cement Plc’s Ibese Plant in Ogun State has launched a Safety FairPlay Initiative aimed at fostering behavioural change and a cultural shift toward safer work practices among employees. The pilot programme, set to be rolled out across all Dangote Cement plants, marks a major milestone in reinforcing the company’s safety culture….
By Ayomide Otitoju NOJA Power Australia, in collaboration with its Nigerian representative, Fixontime Electric, and law firm Akinwunmi & Busari LP, under the auspices of its Let There Be Light series, has convened senior government officials, power sector executives, regulators, investors and other stakeholders for an Executive Dialogue on the Future of Electricity Distribution in…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reaffirmed its ability to supply petroleum products in volumes well above Nigeria’s estimated domestic demand, underscoring its role in strengthening local supply security and reducing reliance on imports. In a statement, the refinery said it can supply up to 75 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily,…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as part of efforts to drive economic growth through technology and communications. The governor gave the assurance on Thursday while receiving the Governing Board of the NCC, led by its Chairman, Chief Idris Olorunnimbe,…
