In a bid to alleviate the scarcity and surging prices of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, the Federal Government announced a significant measure on Thursday, February 23. The Minister of State, Petroleum Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, shared this development during the "Internal Stakeholders’ Workshop" held in Abuja under the theme "Harnessing Nigeria’s Proven Gas Reserves for Economic Growth and Development."Ekperikpe Ekpo revealed that the...

Towards the process of decongesting correctional centers nationwide, the Federal Government announced on Thursday that it had successfully raised N585 million to settle fines for inmates. This initiative aims to alleviate the plight of individuals imprisoned due to an inability to pay fines, contributing to the overall objective of creating more humane conditions within custodial centers.The disclosure came from the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who...

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the expansion plans of Waltersmith Refinery, marking a significant step toward enhancing local refining of petroleum products in Nigeria.During an official visit to the refinery in Ibigwe, Imo State, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, expressed his endorsement of the refinery's role in aligning with his objective of increasing Nigeria's refining capacity and fost...