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“Say Whatever You Want” – NNPCL CEO Opens Up On Dangote Refinery Operations.
The Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, has hailed the Dangote Petroleum Refinery as a key stabiliser for Nigeria’s energy sector, especially as government-owned refineries continue to struggle to meet domestic fuel demand.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ojulari made the remarks on Wednesday during a fireside chat titled “Securing Nigeria’s Energy Future” at the 2026 Nigeria International Energy Summit in Abuja.
He noted that the operational Dangote Refinery has provided much-needed relief to NNPC in its efforts to maintain a steady fuel supply across the country. Urging Nigerians to recognise the refinery’s importance regardless of personal opinions about its owner, Ojulari said the plant’s performance had drawn widespread praise from summit participants.
“Thank God for Dangote Refinery. Thank God. Whether you love Dangote or not, say whatever you want, Nigerians should be thankful for this refinery,” Ojulari said, earning applause from the audience.
The CEO highlighted that the 650,000 barrels-per-day refinery came online at a time when Nigeria’s state-owned refineries were struggling to deliver refined products at scale. He emphasised that the facility has eased pressure on NNPC and mitigated the country’s vulnerability to supply disruptions.
“Yes, it may not cover all our needs, but it gives us breathing space. And fortunately, we are also shareholders in that refinery,” he added.
‘Thank God He’s a Nigerian’
Ojulari further stressed that local ownership of the refinery is a major advantage for Nigeria’s energy security.
“Thank God he’s a Nigerian. He’s not from another continent or planet. That gave us an opportunity because we now have a refinery that actually works,” he said.
While the refinery does not yet meet the nation’s full fuel demand, its operations have significantly strengthened the country’s supply chain resilience.
Ojulari’s remarks also reflect a shift from the historically strained relationship between NNPC and the Dangote Group, which had previously faced clashes over crude supply terms, regulatory approvals, pricing, and market concerns.
Under the current leadership, NNPC has adopted a more collaborative approach.
“So we said, what’s the hurry? We have a refinery that works. It’s not owned by NNPC, but it’s a Nigerian refinery, built and operating in Nigeria,” Ojulari explained.
He added that NNPC has engaged directly with Alhaji Aliko Dangote to establish a cooperation framework under the Petroleum Industry Act.
“Our strategy is to collaborate with Dangote Refinery and maximise value for Nigerians. We met with Alhaji Dangote, outlined our responsibilities, and agreed on a path toward deeper collaboration while maintaining NNPC’s role,” Ojulari said.
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a historic breakthrough with the emergence of its first female pilot, Superintendent of Customs Nafisat Balogun, who recently earned a commercial multi-engine pilot licence in the United States.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The achievement was celebrated by the Nigeria Customs Technical Hangar Service, marking a significant step in the agency’s drive to strengthen its aviation capacity for surveillance, logistics, and anti-smuggling operations.
At a ceremony attended by senior officers, the Managing Director of the Customs Technical Hangar Service, retired Comptroller of Customs Capt. Kuhi Mbaya, described the development as a landmark moment for the service.
He said Balogun’s transition from cabin crew to certified commercial pilot represents a major breakthrough for the Customs aviation unit and highlights the agency’s commitment to professional growth and inclusivity.
He added that the milestone reflects expanding opportunities within the Service as it continues to integrate air assets into its enforcement and border monitoring operations.
Balogun expressed gratitude for the support she received, noting that her journey required dedication and resilience, while pledging to apply her new skills in advancing the Customs mandate with professionalism and discipline.
The development has been widely described within the Service as an inspiration for greater female participation in technical and specialised roles.
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Osun 2026: APC Candidate Oyebamiji Pledges Inclusive Governance For Non-Indigenes, Interest Groups.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has pledged to ensure inclusive governance by integrating non-indigenes and various interest groups if elected in the August 15, 2026 governorship election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said his administration would operate a structured system that promotes participation and representation of all segments of society in governance.
The pledge was conveyed by a former lawmaker and ex-Special Adviser on Civic Engagement, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, after he represented the candidate at an engagement with members of the Arewa community in Ibokun, Obokun Local Government Area.
Oyintiloye said the plan is aimed at strengthening the link between government and grassroots communities, ensuring public policies reflect citizens’ real needs.
He added that all groups would be actively involved in both policy formulation and implementation to drive development in the state.
Oyebamiji also promised continued engagement with farmers, traders, artisans, and non-indigene communities as key stakeholders in governance.
Responding, leaders of the Arewa community commended past inclusion efforts and pledged support for the APC candidate ahead of the election.
Barely a year after its inauguration in Akwa Ibom State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into a deep factional crisis.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Multiple factions are now locked in a struggle for control of the party, leaving members uncertain about the legitimate leadership structure.
One faction is led by John Akpanudodehe, a former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while another is headed by the embattled state chairman, Dick Duke.
Although the leader of a third faction could not be immediately confirmed, findings indicate that another group also exists within the party.
Sources further suggest that the Akpanudodehe-led faction is seeking to remove the current chairman through a recently held congress that has sparked controversy.
In response, Dick Duke convened a stakeholders’ meeting over the weekend, where he rejected the legitimacy of the said congress.
He said the party had formally written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to distance itself from the exercise, citing a subsisting court order.
According to him, his tenure as state chairman is still valid until May, and any congress conducted before then would be unlawful.
Duke added that the party would only proceed with proper congresses after the expiration of his tenure and the resolution of legal issues, in line with due process.
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