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 Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has revealed that its community-focused security model has directly employed over 35,000 youths from the Niger Delta. This initiative is being credited as a key factor behind a significant rise in national gas production, which reached 7.59 billion standard cubic feet per day (Bscf) in July 2025. The production figure, confirmed by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), marks an 8.58% increase from the 6.99 Bscf recorded in 2024. The NUPRC also reported a simultaneous decline in gas flaring, underscoring a drive towards increased efficiency and environmental responsibility. Dr. Akpos Mezeh, General Manager of Community Relations and Stakeholders Engagement at PINL, announced the employment milestone during a monthly stakeholders meeting in Port Harcourt. He stated that by expanding its surveillance mandate beyond the Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) to include other critical assets and gas lines in the Eastern Corrid...

In the today's life of Nigeria, what has become the bane of public confidence in rising up to demand and fight for justice is the fear of powers that be or orders from the above. These and others of these are usually synonymous to what was generally described as corruption as it affects "politics, governance, probity, religion and corrupt behaviour in Nigeria". Moving forward from that description, which is the major takeaway from an international conference on anti-corruption organised by University of Lagos' Faculty of Social Sciences in collaboration with Pan-Africana Strategic Group (PANAFSTRAG) and Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), held on Thursday September 18, 2025 in UNILAG, LAGOS, one can conveniently tag the problem of Nigeria or any of the 36 federating units and federal capital territory that form the amalgamated entity to failure and conspiracy of silence on the part of those who know what, why, where, when, who and how (the Five Ws and ...

 By Niyi Tabiti Kola Aluko, once the Nigerian oil magnate who sailed the $80 million Galactica Star and bought a Manhattan penthouse in One57, has resurfaced online with a new fixation: tequila. Over the past day, Mr. Aluko has filled his Instagram feed with images of Los 7 Ángeles, a premium brand founded by Jaycee Chan, son of Jackie Chan. The sudden enthusiasm has prompted speculation that he is not only a fan but possibly circling the label as an investor. Neither he nor the company has confirmed a connection. Mr. Aluko’s public image has long been defined by scale. In 2017, U.S. prosecutors alleged he and an associate secured energy deals in Nigeria through bribery and laundered the proceeds into yachts and real estate. The Galactica Star was eventually seized and sold, and authorities announced they had recovered more than $53 million. Mr. Aluko has not been convicted of a crime. Now, tequila appears to be the latest stage for a man who has always favored highly visible platf...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has pulled back over N5 billion and $10 million from the deep pockets of contractors and officials who allegedly turned Nigeria’s refineries into bottomless pits of corruption. But wait—there’s more. The anti-graft agency says another N10 billion and $13 million are still out there floating around like lost luggage at an airport carousel, courtesy of “contract inflation” and other corrupt practices. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, has decided this is not a “delegate-and-watch” kind of case—he’s personally leading the charge. Word is, he’s tired of billions being spent while the refineries in Warri, Kaduna, and Port Harcourt remain unproductive. For decades, Nigeria’s refineries have been more of tourist sites than functional plants. Billions have been budgeted, billions released, yet they perform worse than a broken generator in rainy season. The Big Spending History Lesson $1.55 billion for Port Harcourt refinery $740 million for Kadun...

 Two senior security aides to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have been linked to a $1.5 million bribery scandal allegedly involving the embattled Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, according to Sahara Reporters. According to multiple sources, the President’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), Adegboyega Fasasi, and Chief Personal Security Officer, Usman Shugaba, allegedly facilitated Ojulari’s access to the President at the Aso Rock Villa after receiving the payment. Tinubu reportedly met with the NNPC boss at 11 a.m. on June 10. Ojulari is currently under investigation for alleged money laundering linked to the transfer of millions of dollars to AA&R Investment Group, a company owned by Abdullahi Bashir-Haske, son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar—Tinubu’s main rival in the 2023 elections. Sources said the President grew visibly angry after intelligence reports tied Ojulari to suspicious fin...

 On a serene, traffic-free Sunday evening in Lagos, style connoisseurs gathered in Lekki for an exclusive private viewing hosted by Ebewele Brown—the visionary force behind his eponymous label.  With an unmissable flair for design and detail, Brown has ascended into the upper echelons of Nigeria’s fashion elite, redefining the landscape with every collection. The evening unfolded with quiet elegance as Ebewele Brown shared the captivating arc of his fashion journey—from modest beginnings to navigating the intricate world of couture, and unveiling an audacious vision for the future of his brand.  Despite being born into a wealthy family in Edo State, Ebewele charted his own course, building a business from the ground up and earning a reputation as a self-made entrepreneur.  Ebewele's garment factory and retail outlet in Abuja have become household names, and with the launch of his flagship store in Lagos, he is positioning the brand to connect more closely with the ci...

 Lagos, Nigeria — It was a night to remember as renowned entrepreneur and small chops mogul, Michael Owolabi Afolaranmi, hosted a glittering celebration in honour of his 50th birthday last weekend, Gistmaster report. The event, held at the prestigious Balmoral Convention Centre, Ikeja, attracted the crème de la crème of high society, who were treated to a lavish evening of music, laughter, gourmet cuisine, canapés, and premium wines and spirits. Though the celebration was a bit delayed, guests — many adorned in the event’s black and gold colour code — waited patiently and were richly rewarded with an electrifying atmosphere befitting the golden jubilee of a remarkable man. Anchoring the night was popular comedian and master of ceremony MC Ajele (Ajele Adeyemi), who delivered non-stop entertainment with his signature wit. He was joined by celebrated humourist Gbenga Adeyinka, who, despite being a guest, enthusiastically took the mic and thrilled attendees with his rib-cracking jokes...