Nigeria Secures $11.3m AfDB Boost For Offshore Grid
Nigeria is set to benefit significantly from a new $11.3 million renewable energy financing facility approved by the African Development Bank (AfDB), aimed at accelerating electricity access and improving power supply in the country’s underserved and fragile communities. The facility, designed to support Peace Renewable Energy Certificate (P-REC) mini-grid projects, will provide clean, reliable electricity […]
Gas Flaring Costs Nigeria $56.75bn — World Bank
The Nigerian economy has suffered a loss of more than $56.75 billion from the process of gas flaring in the last two decades, according to figures provided by the World Bank, making it a major threat to the nation’s development. Each day, some 192 million cubic meters of natural gas is flared in Nigeria, a […]
Nigeria Records 37bn Barrels Oil, 215 TCF Gas Reserves – NUPRC
Nigeria’s total oil and gas reserves have risen to 37.01 billion barrels of crude oil and condensate, and 215.19 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of natural gas, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). The commission’s Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, had announced the updated figures, noting that the estimates are as of January 1, […]
Int’l Friendlies: Moses Simon, Adams On Target In Super Super Eagles Victory Over Iran
The Super Eagles of Nigeria, under the guidance of head coach Eric Chelle, recorded a 2–1 victory over Iran in an international friendly match played on Friday. The encounter, part of preparations during the FIFA international window, showcased Nigeria’s growing cohesion and tactical discipline under Chelle, who has been tasked with rebuilding the national team […]
Nigeria: The Economy Running on Generators
Nigeria has been generating electricity since 1896. That’s 130 years. Today, in March 2026, the national grid just dropped to 3,940 megawatts for 220 million people. South Africa generates over 48,000MW for 60 million people. Egypt has about 59,000MW installed for 110 million. Nigeria? About 13,000MW installed. But we can only push around 4,000 to […]
Reno Omokri and The Corruption of Reality
I read Reno Omokri’s narrative on the Maiduguri Bombings and President Tinubu’s UK State Visit and it smacks of hyperbolic sycophancy, what Nigerians call “eye-service.” I’m not surprised by his long-winded essay, but I’ll take it in my stride as one who strives to check untruth to counter a lot of the inconsistencies cited, lest […]
Chelle drops Osimhen, Nwabali ahead of friendlies
By Happiness EtukudoSuper Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has selected captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, and Ademola Lookman among 23 players for the team’s upcoming friendlies against Iran and Jordan in Turkey.It has been confirmed that the matches, which were originally set to take place in Amman, have been relocated to Antalya due to the […]
FIFA Sanctions Nigeria, DR Congo Over 2026 World Cup Playoff Infractions
FIFA has imposed disciplinary sanctions on both the Nigeria Football Federation and the Congolese Association Football Federation following incidents during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification clash on 16 November 2025. According to FIFA’s latest disciplinary report, Nigeria was fined 1,000 Swiss Francs for breaches relating to match order and security after spectators threw objects […]
Nigeria’s Oil Wealth Still Fails Its People
In recent months, Nigerians have once again been confronted with the harsh realities of a petrol crisis. Long queues at filling stations, rising pump prices, and increasing transportation costs have become familiar experiences for many citizens. While fuel scarcity and price volatility are not new to Nigeria, the current situation highlights deep structural problems in […]
When Professors Undermine Democracy
Nigeria’s electoral system places enormous trust in the academic community. Since 1999, the country has relied heavily on university professors to serve as returning officers during elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The idea was simple: scholars, by virtue of their training, intellectual discipline and presumed integrity, would safeguard the credibility of […]
The Looming Meltdown
In my opinion there should be no elections in 2027. Rather, let’s sit down and renegotiate/remodel the country! All these shenanigans are simply matching us towards the precipice! A meltdown looms, folks! The North is extremely angry! The big players have mostly employed terrorism and threats of same to keep voters spellbound! The APC was […]
Curbing Excessive Power of Elected Politicians In Nigeria
Democracy promises accountable leadership, yet in Nigeria, excessive powers concentrated in the hands of elected politicians continue to test that promise. From federal to local levels, office-holders often control vast public resources, influence security agencies, and shape institutions meant to check their authority. Note that when power lacks restraint, abuse becomes easier and public trust […]