Meet our African Energy Leader of the Week
Meet our African Energy Leader of the Week This week, we proudly spotlight Professor Anthony Olusegun Adegbulugbe, a distinguished energy scholar, technocrat, and entrepreneur whose exceptional career spans academia, public policy, and industry leadership. Renowned globally for his expertise in energy systems and sustainable development, Prof. Adegbulugbe stands out as one of Nigeria’s leading voices […]
Have scientists solved the mystery of gold’s origin in the universe?
The origins of heavy elements such as gold have been one of the biggest mysteries of astrophysics. A study has now provided a clue about the precious metal’s cosmic origins. Scientists have found that explosions in highly magnetised neutron stars, called magnetars, could have created gold in the universe. What is the latest discovery […]
Shettima, African leaders attend inauguration of Gabon’s President
In a powerful demonstration of continental solidarity and support for democratic transitions in Africa, Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima joined a host of African leaders yesterday to witness the inauguration of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon. The historic swearing-in ceremony which took place at the Stade de l’Amitié sino-gabonaise in the capital city […]
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s centre-left Labor Party has won the federal election.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton, head of the conservative Liberal Party, conceded defeat after early counting on Saturday night showed his party would lose, and called Mr Albanese to congratulate him on the win. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s centre-left Labor Party has won the federal election. Mr Dutton, a sometimes-controversial former cabinet minister and […]
The International Monetary Fund and China — A Comparison In Foreign Lending
IMF loans issued in the Americas and India to address foreign exchange crises ultimately weakened domestic economies and industries. China takes a different approach to lending by funding infrastructure abroad and securing resources to bolster its own economy. Countries that rely on IMF loans risk long-term economic setbacks, while China’s model strengthens its position as […]
Is Nuclear Energy the Path to a Sustainable Future?
The debate over nuclear power’s role in addressing the energy crisis pits climate goals against economic, political and public trust concerns. While some countries like France embrace it, others like Germany and Switzerland remain cautious due to cost, safety and waste issues. As renewables advance, nuclear’s future remains uncertain. Is nuclear power a rational solution […]
African World Heritage Day
“I am not African because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me.” – Kwame Nkrumah May 5th African Heritage Day was “Proclaimed by the 38th session of the General Conference of UNESCO, African World Heritage Day is an opportunity for people around the world, and particularly Africans, to celebrate the Continent’s […]
NIPCO CELEBRATES TWO DECADES OF PERFECT SAFETY RECORD IN DOWNSTREAM OPERATIONS
NIPCO Plc has achieved an extraordinary milestone of zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI) over the past 20 years, establishing itself as a beacon of safety excellence in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, the company announced during World Day for Safety and Health at Work celebrations in Lagos. “A Safe Workplace is a Happy Workplace isn’t just […]
PETROTEC BOOSTS ANGOLA’S FUEL SECTOR WITH CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP
Leading European fuel equipment manufacturer Petrotec is intensifying its support for Angola’s downstream energy development through advanced technological solutions and strategic collaboration with national oil company Sonangol. In a significant knowledge exchange initiative, Petrotec hosted a high-level Sonangol delegation across its European facilities in 2024, showcasing the latest innovations in fuel mobility technology. The comprehensive […]
NAIRA-FOR-CRUDE POLICY: THE KEY TO UNLOCKING NIGERIA’S ECONOMIC POTENTIAL
Nigeria’s recent extension of its naira-for-crude oil sales program has highlighted both the challenges and opportunities in leveraging the nation’s vast oil resources for sustainable economic development. As the initial six-month arrangement between NNPCL and local refineries approached its March expiration, public concern underscored the critical nature of this policy for national economic stability. Despite […]