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NCDMB’S UNWAVERING EFFORTS AND STRATEGIC INITIATIVES HAVE MAXIMIZED NIGERIA’S RESOURCE POTENTIAL – MELE KOLO KYARI

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By Els Williams Mallam Mele Kyari, NNPC Limited’s Group Chief Executive Officer, stated this while delivering his goodwill message at the 13th Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum, holding at the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) headquarters in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Kyari praised NCDMB for being the cornerstone of Nigeria’s local content journey, particularly since the enactment of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act in 2010. This legislation marked the dawn of a new era for local businesses, fostering innovation, empowering indigenous enterprises, and placing Nigeria on the global competitiveness map. The Board’s proactive initiatives have transformed resource management into a springboard for industrial growth, ensuring th...

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REDEFINING NIGERIAN CONTENT: NCDMB ES, ENGR. OGBE HIGHLIGHTS PROGRESS AND FUTURE GOALS AT 13TH PNC FORUM

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By Els Williams At the 13th edition of the Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum, holding in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix O. Ogbe (FNSE), delivered a keynote address that charted a bold course for the future of Nigerian content in the oil and gas industry. With the theme “Defining the New Frontier of Nigerian Content Implementation,” the forum underscored the Board’s commitment to driving local participation and innovation under the guiding framework of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Content Development (NOGICD) Act of 2010. In his opening remarks, Engr. Ogbe reflected on the significance of the occasion, particularly as it marks his first forum as Executive Secretary. He ...

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NIGERIANS LIVING A FAKE GOOD LIFE: A DANGEROUS ILLUSION WE CAN NO LONGER AFFORD, SAYS TINUBU

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By Ali Elias President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reiterated the reasons behind his administration’s decision to remove the controversial fuel subsidy, emphasizing its necessity to salvage Nigeria’s future. Speaking through the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Professor Wahab Egbewole, Tinubu addressed the 34th and 35th combined convocation ceremonies of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) in Ondo State over the weekend. “The subsidies were meant to support the poor and make life better for all Nigerians. Unfortunately, the poor and average Nigerians were the sufferers of what was supposed to give them succor,” Tinubu explained, adding that the fake economic comfort created by subsidies was unsustainable. “The need to salvage the future of our children and brin...

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‘I DIDN’T KNOW HE SAVED MY LIFE’: OBASANJO THANKS GOWON FOR SECRET INTERVENTION

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Image credit, SaharaReporters (L-R) Gen. Yakubu Gowon and Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo By Ono Yima Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has extended heartfelt thanks to General Yakubu Gowon for his personal intervention during his imprisonment under the military regime of General Sani Abacha. Obasanjo, who was unaware of Gowon's efforts until recently, praised the former Head of State for writing directly to Abacha to plead for his life. The revelation came to light during an interdenominational Christmas Carol event organised by the Plateau State government, where Gowon disclosed the details of his intervention. According to Gowon, he wrote a letter to Abacha and sent it through his wife, Victoria, urging clemency for Obasanjo. “I wrote a personal letter to General Abacha, appealin...

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ATIKU ABUBAKAR ADVOCATES FOR FAIRNESS AND TRANSPARENCY IN TAX REFORM BILLS

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By Ali Elias Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has weighed in on the ongoing public discourse surrounding the Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration. In a statement on his X Page he emphasized the need for a fiscal system that embodies justice, fairness, and equity, reflecting the concerns of Nigerians from diverse backgrounds. A Call for Equity in Fiscal Policy Abubakar highlighted the unified demand from Nigerians for a fiscal system that does not deepen the disparities among the nation’s federating units. He noted that while reforms are necessary, they should not disproportionately benefit a select few states while disadvantaging others. According to him, the core principle of equity must underpin any reform, ensuring balanced development across the federation. T...

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TRUMP WARNS BRICS OVER DOLLAR CHALLENGE: THREATENS 100% TARIFFS

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The BRICS bloc, an intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the UAE, continues its push for stronger financial cooperation aimed at reducing reliance on the US dollar in global trade. The bloc's agenda includes developing alternative frameworks to counter the Western-dominated payment systems. This move is particularly significant given that the US dollar remains the most-used currency in global business and accounts for approximately 58% of the world's foreign exchange reserves, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). During an October BRICS summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized the United States for “weaponising” the dollar, calling it a “big mistake.” His remarks reflect growing dissatis...

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NCDMB TO MARK ANTI-CORRUPTION DAY WITH WORKSHOP, NATIONAL SCHOOL DEBATE

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By PR Buoyed by the ranking as Nigeria’s top performing organization in efficiency and transparency from 2022 to date, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has unveiled plans to mark the 2024 World Anti-corruption Day on Thursday, 5th December at the Nigerian Content Tower, Bayelsa State. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Effective Whistleblowers Protection Mechanism: A Critical Tool in the Fight against Corruption,” and the celebration at the NCDMB is organized by the agency’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACTU) led by the Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, Mr. Abdulmalik Halilu. According to the programme of ...

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PETER OBI LAMENTS NIGER STATE BOAT DISASTER, SENDS CONDOLENCES TO AFFECTED FAMILIES

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By Ali Elias Peter Obi, former presidential candidate, expressed his deep sorrow following a tragic boat mishap in Niger State, which claimed many lives. The boat, carrying around 200 market women and farmers, capsized along the Dambo-Ebuchi section of the River Niger while transporting produce to market. In his message of condolence, Obi acknowledged the immense pain of the affected families and extended his sympathies to the government and people of Niger State, offering prayers for strength and eternal peace for the departed souls. Here is his message sent on his X Page: Today, while travelling to Yola in Adamawa state to deliver the keynote address at the 16th Founder’s Day Lecture, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), I received the ver...

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PETER OBI CELEBRATES OKONJO-IWEALA’S REAPPOINTMENT AS WTO CHIEF, PRAISES HER LEADERSHIP

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Photo courtesy: X media Ali Elias Peter Obi has congratulated Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her reappointment as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term, effective from September 1, 2025. The announcement, made by the WTO's General Council, has sparked widespread celebration, and Obi expressed his heartfelt joy at the recognition of Okonjo-Iweala's exceptional leadership. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) page, Obi praised her for her remarkable character, her vast achievements in public office, and her invaluable contributions to Nigeria and the global community. He described her as a symbol of excellence and a beacon of hope, wishing her continued success as she leads the WTO into another term. The message reads: I am sincerely delighted at the ...

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SENEGAL ORDERS CLOSURE OF FRENCH MILITARY BASES AMID PUSH FOR SOVEREIGNTY

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credit Sahara Reporters: President Diomaye Faye As the 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre approaches, Senegalese authorities have ordered the closure of all French military bases in the country. President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, speaking to AFP, emphasized that the presence of foreign troops is incompatible with Senegal’s sovereignty. “Senegal is an independent country, it is a sovereign country, and sovereignty does not accept the presence of military bases in a sovereign country,” Faye said from the presidential palace. He highlighted that the decision reflects Senegal’s broader agenda to assert independence without severing diplomatic and economic ties with France. Faye, who won the March elections on a platform of bolstering national autonomy, noted that...