The Man Behind Trump’s Silence on Nigeria
Something historic happened at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, this past Tuesday, and most of the world’s commentariat has completely missed what it means. Donald Trump, the most unconditionally pro-Israel American president in living memory, the man who moved the embassy to Jerusalem, recognised the Golan Heights, and gave Benjamin Netanyahu everything he asked […]
Nigeria’s Vanishing Minds
Nigeria Is Drowning and Its Best Swimmers Have Left the Pool. When a nation exports its intelligence and imports its leadership from the gutter, the countdown to catastrophe has already begun Nigeria is in serious trouble, not the kind of trouble you can fix with an emergency cabinet reshuffle or a press release from Aso […]
Nigeria’s Oil Boom: Millions Still Trapped in Poverty
Nigeria has failed to convert its massive oil wealth into economic progress and improved livelihoods for its citizens, according to a new report. The study by Oil Change International and Power Shift Africa looked at 13 African oil and gas producers, including Nigeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea and Libya. Titled “Pipe Dreams,” the report concludes that […]
Nigeria, Morocco Push $25bn Atlantic Gas Pipeline Deal
Nigeria and Morocco are set to enhance their energy relationship as both nations have planned to sign a significant deal on the Nigeria-Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline project within the fourth quarter of 2026. The bilateral agreement, according to plans, would be signed by the president of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, and the King of Morocco, Mohammed […]
FG Cracks Down on Digital Loan Apps Over Privacy Violation
The Federal Government has launched an investigation into the activities of some informal digital lending operators popularly known as “sharp sharp” loan providers, over alleged breaches of customer data privacy. The development was disclosed by the National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, Vincent Olatunji, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria […]
Nigeria, Global Partners Seek to Reverse Decline in Oil Production
Efforts to revive the oil production in Nigeria are intensifying through improved relations with foreign companies and restructuring of the energy sector. According to NUPRC, recent data indicate a mixed forecast for Nigeria’s hydrocarbon resources. As of January 2026, the reserves of gas in the country increased by 2.21% to 215.19 trillion cubic feet, while […]
When Silence Is Not Golden
I may have been young when Sani Abacha was in power, but the more I read, the more I listen to people who actually lived through that era, the more one thing becomes clear: what many Nigerians are going through today feels heavier, wider, and more suffocating. And let’s not rewrite history to make a […]
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 […]