Key militants who are crucial to the ongoing talks aimed at restoring peace to the Niger Delta have kicked against the manner in which contractors for the development of the zone are being chosen. Sources told the Nigerian Compass that … read more
The European Union (EU) is to support the move by Nigeria’s Federal Government to improve access to energy with 460 million naira (about 3.1 million U.S. dollars), according to the Tribune on Sunday. The fund, to be implemented under the … read more
Nigeria coach Saibu Amodu admits expectation levels will be high on his side at South Africa, following the draw. The Super Eagles were draw in Group B, which will see them come up against Argentina, South Korea and Greece. Amodu … read more
NIGERIA yesterday took a more pragmatic step towards generating power from nuclear energy as it officially unveiled a 10-year strategic plan of action. Meanwhile, the Minister of State for Finance Remi Babalola, said yesterday that the Federal Government had released … read more
A court in The Hague is considering whether Shell can be held liable for alleged pollution in Nigeria, and a ruling is expected on 30 December. This case could set a precedent for corporations based in Europe that exploit lax … read more
A Nigerian court on Friday again deferred a ruling to December 17 in the trial of a former governor of oil-rich Delta State accused of stealing millions of dollars during his tenure. The latest delay by the Asaba high court … read more
AS human beings, it is natural for us to fall sick once in a while. The wear and tear of everyday living cannot but adversely affect our state of health every once in a while. But a president is not … read more
Nigeria’s controversial oil reform bill is likely to make it easier for more foreign oil companies to compete for lucrative oil and gas contracts in Africa’s biggest energy producer, a top industry official said. Nigeria’s parliament is finalising legislation to … read more
Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday dismissed calls for the commencement of the process of removing President Umar Musa Yar’Adua from office following his ongoing treatment at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, PANA … read more
Ruling has been reserved till after Christmas in a legal suit on environmental damage brought against Nigeria’s oil giant, Shell Petroleum Development Corporation (SPDC) and its parent company, Royal Dutch Shell (RDS) by two Nigerian environmental activists. Fidelis Oguru and … read more