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Shell’s exit sparks hope for Nigerian oil sector amid risks, analysts say

Shell’s recent departure from Nigeria’s onshore oil sector is seen as a pivotal moment, raising optimism among local firms to rejuvenate production in Africa’s largest oil exporter. Industry insiders and analysts emphasise the challenges faced by oil majors in the region but foresee opportunities for indigenous companies to reverse the output decline in the Niger Read More…

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Nigeria opens World Cup qualification campaign with disappointing draw against Lesotho

In a much-anticipated Group C Match Day 1 fixture for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifications, Nigeria stumbled to a 1-1 draw against Lesotho, marking a lacklustre start to their campaign. The game, held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, witnessed the Super Eagles struggling to dominate their opponents, despite the anticipation of Read More…

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Lagos officials’ wives to explore opportunities in new world

The Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) on Thursday charged women to explore and take advantage of the opportunities that the new world, occasioned by COVID-19, has brought. The Chairman of COWLSO, Mrs Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, gave the charge in Alausa, Ikeja during the pre-event news briefing of the Committee of Wives of Lagos Read More…