The Oil & Gas Professionals Forum (OGPF) has dismissed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)’s recent response to criticisms concerning the marginal field licensing round, labeling the statement as misleading and diversionary.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The forum asserted that the national oil company failed to address crucial concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest, the beneficiaries of the bidding process, and overall leadership performance under Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari.

Previously, the OGPF demanded the removal of Ojulari alongside Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) Chief Executive Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, citing performance concerns and award controversies. In response, NNPCL stated that it operates entirely as a commercial entity under the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, holding no regulatory or asset allocation powers, which legally fall under the NUPRC.

In a fresh statement issued by convener Ayodele Momoh, the OGPF argued that NNPCL’s defense ignored core issues. The forum alleged that close associates of leadership secured allocations during the 37-block licensing round, raising questions about accountability and potential private gain. Furthermore, the group contended that recent improvements in oil and gas output metrics fall short of broader production goals, insisting that leadership accountability should be measured strictly against targeted milestones rather than marginal output gains.

Nigerian activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has asserted that he has made greater sacrifices for Nigeria’s democracy than former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, stating that he considers himself more deserving of recognition in that regard.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Adeyanju discussed his political differences with Obi and individuals within the former presidential candidate’s support base. He clarified that his criticisms stem from political disagreements rather than personal animosity, though he vowed to respond directly to anyone who attacks him.

Adeyanju dismissed engaging with Obi’s aides, maintaining that his focus remains on the former governor himself. He highlighted his history of activism, claiming to have faced physical threats and arrests multiple times while defending democratic principles, and questioned the foundational efforts of others in the political sphere.

The Majority Leader of the Benue State House of Assembly and representative for the Kwande West State Constituency, Thomas Dugeri, has officially dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

As reported by LEADERSHIP Newspapers, Dugeri was officially received into the PDP fold in Abuja by the immediate past governor of Benue State and party leader, Samuel Ortom. The lawmaker was introduced to Ortom by the Benue State PDP Deputy Chairman, Adzua Ashongo, alongside other party stakeholders and supporters.

During the meeting, Dugeri expressed appreciation for the warm reception extended to him and his supporters. He assured party leaders of his absolute loyalty and commitment, pledging to collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive the PDP forward.

Welcoming the defecting lawmaker, Ortom assured Dugeri and his loyalists of equal opportunities and a level playing field within the party, emphasizing the collective responsibility required from both old and new members to build a formidable political front.