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Month: January 2026

WIEN commends EKEDC on appointment of Wola Joseph-Condotti as interim CEO

Sopuruchi Onwuka Africa’s leading gender equity advocacy group in the energy industry, Women in Energy Network (WIEN), has congratulated the board and management of Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) Limited on the appointment of Wola Joseph-Condotti as the company’s Interim…

Trump’s Greenland tariff threat deepens rift between Europe and the United States

Ziggy ojiegbe Donald Trump’s threat to impose new tariffs on European allies over their opposition to his proposed takeover of Greenland has sharply worsened relations between the United States and Europe, exposing growing mistrust within the transatlantic alliance. The US…

Supply outlook seen keeping oil prices subdued in 2026

Ziggy Ojiegbe Oil prices are expected to remain under pressure in 2026 as forecasts point to global supply continuing to outpace demand, reinforcing expectations of a prolonged period of low prices despite recurring geopolitical risks. Major forecasters including the U.S….

WEF kicks off amid escalating global military and diplomatic tensions

Ziggy Ojiegbe More than 60 heads of state and government are gathering today in Davos, Switzerland, as the World Economic Forum (WEF) opens against a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and military confrontations that threaten the global economy….

Help wanes as strife pushes 55 million West Africans towards starvation

300,000 Nigerian children at risk WFP urgently needs over $453m in next six months Sopuruchi Onwuka The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) has warned that 55 million people across West and Central Africa are expected to face crisis-level hunger…

Iran government admits killing over 5,000 protesters

 * Doctors cite higher death tolls Ziggy Ojiegbe Iranian authorities have acknowledged that more than 5,000 people were killed during recent protests across the country, while doctors and independent reports claim the actual death toll may be more than three…

Participation in Trump’s Gaza Peace Board carries $1bn commitment

Ziggy Ojiegbe Countries seeking permanent seats on a proposed Board of Peace that would govern Gaza would be required to contribute at least $1 billion, under a draft charter for the initiative. United States President Donald Trump would oversee the…

Seplat Energy reaffirms commitment to ESG-aligned operations

Sopuruchi Onwuka Integrated energy company Seplat Energy Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting its operations in line with global environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, stressing the need for responsible and sustainable practices within Nigeria’s petroleum industry. The company,…

Nigeria demands credible bids in 2025 oil licensing round

Sopuruchi Onwuka The Ministry of Petroleum Resources has charged companies seeking to participate in Nigeria’s upcoming oil and gas licensing round to present credible proposals and clear evidence of technical and financial capacity as a condition for participation. Minister of…

UN dismayed as Iran admits killing 3,000 protester

Frank Okon The United Nations has expressed alarm after an Iranian official acknowledged that around 3,000 people have been killed amid the ongoing crackdown on nationwide protests. An Iranian official told The New York Times on Tuesday that the death…