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Egypt and Cyprus have entered into a framework agreement that will facilitate discussions on natural gas sales to Egypt’s state-owned enterprises. This non-binding deal allows for further negotiations regarding the utilization of Cyprus’ gas reserves.
Stakeholders in Nigeria's economy are divided over the Nigeria Labour Congress's suggestion to combine the Federal Ministries of Power and Petroleum into a single Ministry of Energy. While some view it as unnecessary, others see potential benefits in addressing the country's energy issues.
At the 2026 MOBO Awards, Tiwa Savage captivated the audience with a striking performance that featured her popular track ‘You4Me’ and introduced her new single ‘Energy’.
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has partnered with SeaSeis and TGS to acquire seismic data through a newly signed Petroleum Exploration Licence. The agreement aims to facilitate host community development initiatives in Nigeria.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in over 1,500 confirmed deaths following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran. A missile strike from Iran has hit an oil refinery in Haifa, significantly affecting operations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against launching attacks on Iranian gas facilities amid rising tensions around energy infrastructure. This warning comes as recent attacks have raised concerns in global energy markets.
Following an uptick in global crude oil prices, Dangote Refinery has raised its ex-depot petrol price to N1,175 per litre, reversing an earlier decrease. This adjustment comes as the refinery grapples with surging refining costs.
Pakistan has announced an expansion of its domestic energy sources including solar, nuclear, hydro, and coal to lessen its dependence on liquefied natural gas (LNG) and enhance its resilience against global supply interruptions.
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company has confirmed that the 570 MW Alaoji power plant is set to be completed by the third quarter of 2027. This follows the implementation of a revised recovery plan to address previous delays.
The Nigerian government has confirmed that the initial gas from the Ajaokuta-Gwagwalada section of the AKK Pipeline Project will commence by July 2026, signaling a major advancement in the country's industrial and energy strategies.
Members of the House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Downstream received accolades for organizing the '2025 Inaugural Annual Downstream Petroleum Week' aimed at addressing Nigeria's energy challenges and advancements. The event highlighted critical issues in the petroleum sector, including the impact of the Dangote Refinery.
President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have agreed to enhance bilateral engagements in various sectors, including security cooperation and railway development, during a recent telephone discussion.
Dangote Refinery marks a significant achievement by becoming the first refinery globally to operate at a full capacity of 650,000 barrels per day. This milestone positions the facility to produce up to 75 million liters of premium motor spirit daily.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) aims to secure $22 billion for pipeline expansion, part of its new strategy to transition Nigeria to a gas-driven economy. The initiative is detailed in the NNPC Gas Master Plan 2026, which addresses domestic energy demand and production capabilities.
The NMDPRA has expressed serious concerns regarding Nigeria's stagnant power generation of 5,000MW, urging the need for improved gas-to-power infrastructures and domestic gas usage to foster growth.
