Afreximbank Nigeria refineries project oil refinery facility

Afreximbank Funds Three New Nigeria Refineries to Cut Fuel Imports

The Afreximbank Nigeria refineries initiative has gained momentum after the bank confirmed funding support for three additional refineries in Nigeria. The development is expected to strengthen local refining capacity, reduce dependence on imported petroleum products, and improve energy security in Africa’s largest economy. Afreximbank Nigeria Refineries to Expand Local Capacity Senior officials of the African…

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TCN engineers working to restore electricity after blackout in Abuja

Blackout in Abuja: TCN Speaks on Power Outage Affecting Presidential Villa, Airport

The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has provided an update on the ongoing blackout affecting parts of Abuja, including the Presidential Villa and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. The company said engineers are already working to restore electricity after a fault was detected at the Apo transmission substation in the Federal Capital Territory. TCN Explains…

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EFCC officials linked to the recovery of N27 million for FUNAAB after a prolonged property dispute

How EFCC Recovered N27m Lost in FUNAAB Property Deal After 15 Years

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered N27 million belonging to the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), ending a 15-year dispute linked to a failed property acquisition deal. The Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor Olusola Babatunde Kehinde, disclosed that the funds were originally paid in 2011 for the purchase of properties…

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AI and digital energy innovation in Africa electricity sector

UK launches €827,000 Digital Energy Challenge for African innovators, including Nigeria

The United Kingdom has invited innovators and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa, including Nigeria, to apply for the 2026 Digital Energy Challenge. The programme is designed to support digital and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven solutions aimed at improving energy access and strengthening electricity systems. Focus on AI and energy solutions The UK Digital Energy…

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Shettima backs Wadada Nasarawa 2027

Shettima backs Wadada as Nasarawa governor in 2027

Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has openly endorsed Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada as the next governor of Nasarawa State. The Shettima backs Wadada endorsement came during the Nasarawa Investment Summit 2026 in Lafia. Shettima endorses Wadada for 2027 The Shettima backs Wadada development signals growing political support ahead of the APC governorship primary. Shettima described…

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