Author: Vardiafrica

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) yesterday confirmed that it commenced the export of its new crude grade – Cawthorne, marking a significant milestone in the company’s drive to increase Nigeria’s crude oil production and expand its portfolio of globally competitive export streams. Cawthorne blend crude, the latest addition to Nigeria’s basket of crude grades, NNPC said, has an American Petroleum Institute (API) gravity of 36.4, placing it firmly within the light, sweet category – comparable to Bonny Light, and highly valued in the global market for its superior petrol and diesel yields. “NNPC Ltd confirms that on Sunday,…

Motorists along the Kugbo–Nyanya corridor in Abuja were stranded in hours-long traffic gridlock on Tuesday after a heavy rainstorm damaged parts of the newly constructed Kugbo Bus Terminal, spilling debris onto the busy Nyanya–Keffi Expressway. The downpour, accompanied by strong winds, tore through sections of the terminal’s roof and surrounding structures, with rubble obstructing parts of the highway and disrupting the flow of traffic, particularly for inbound commuters into the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Eyewitness accounts and videos from the scene showed debris scattered across the road, worsening congestion along the already busy route. Some motorists reported being stuck in…

Speaking during the handover ceremony at the Ayakoro Community Town Hall, the NDDC Director, Bayelsa State Office, Engr. Godknows Alamieyeseigha noted that it was necessary to formally hand over the projects and present the contractor to the Communities. He observed that the land reclamation and shoreline protection for communities demonstrated the NDDC’s commitment to improving people’s welfare, noting that the benefitting Communities had always cooperated with the NDDC and its contractors. Alamieyeseigha advised community members to see themselves as owners of the project and to report any abnormalities they might notice during its execution. He further urged the Communities to…

US President Donald Trump has threatened that Iran’s “whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again” if the country’s leadership fails to make “something revolutionarily” happen. Over the weekend, Trump said Iran had until Tuesday at 8pm ET (1 am WAT) to make a deal. The US president has demanded that Iran fully opens the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic or risk facing “hell”. “A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don’t want that to happen, but it probably will,” he said in a Truth Social post hours ahead of the deadline.…

The National Association of Resident Doctors on Tuesday announced the suspension of its planned strike after reaching an understanding with the Federal Government on key demands, including payment of outstanding allowances and improvements in doctors’ welfare. The decision was taken after an emergency meeting of the association’s National Executive Council, where members reviewed assurances from government representatives and resolved to give dialogue another chance. “The NEC, in recognition of the ongoing high-level interventions and as a demonstration of goodwill, hereby suspends the previously declared Total, Indefinite, and Comprehensive Strike action,” the communique read. NARD said the suspension was informed by…

Yusuf Muhammad Buhari, son of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has formally declared his intention to contest for the House of Representatives seat representing Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a letter addressed to stakeholders and supporters, Yusuf Buhari expressed readiness to contribute to leadership and development in the constituency, noting that his decision followed extensive consultations. “With all respect, I am extremely delighted to write and inform you my intention to contest for the seat of House of Representatives at the above mentioned constituency (Sandamu/Daura/Mai’adua), under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC),”…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday began the mass trial of suspected terrorists charged with terrorism offences. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the trial, which usually takes place at Kainji in Niger, was moved to the Federal High Court (FHC) in Abuja since the court is currently on Easter vacation. The vacation, which commences on Tuesday, April 7, will end on April 13, and regular court sittings will resume on Tuesday, April 14, across all divisions of the court. Another 20 suspected terrorists facing trial before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in…

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) said it is carrying out an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd., Sterling Bank and other entities. A statement on Sunday issued by Babatunde Bamigboye, Head, Legal, Enforcement & Regulations, NDPC, saidin line with the Commission’s procedure, Notice of Investigation was duly served on the 1st of April, 2026. Bamigboye said relevant parties and individuals have been providing information for the purpose of addressing the incident. “The aim of the investigation is to ensure that data subjects are protected with appropriate technical and organisational measures. “The investigation by NDPC…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at settling long-standing debts in Nigeria’s power sector, in a move expected to improve electricity supply and restore investor confidence. The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the approval followed a final review of legacy debts accumulated under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme over 10 years, spanning February 2015 to March 2025. “Following verification, ₦3.3 trillion has been agreed as a full and final settlement, ensuring a…

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced that Engr. Tony Attah, Managing Director of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited will speak at the next edition of the Nigerian Content Academy Lecture Series. The lecture will hold virtually on Thursday, April 9, 2026, by 10am, and the renowned industry expert will speak on “Finding Funds for Effective & Efficient Local Content Initiatives – IPPG Perspective.” Engr. Attah, who served previously as the Managing Director of Nigeria LNG Limited and Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo) will bring his wealth of experience to bear on…