FG DECLARES JUNE 12 PUBLIC HOLIDAY

The Nigerian government has declared Wednesday June 12, 2019 as a Public Holiday. June 12 has been reserved by the Buhari administration to commemorate Nigeria’s National Democracy Day . . .

Midwestern Oil & Gas in the Eye of the Storm

The Nigerian oil & gas company based in Lagos but drills oil on an alleged trespassed land in an alleged collusion/deception, in cahoots with a Kwale chief, to unlawfully enter an artisan’s private land to drill oil and gas – Umusadege Field, located at OML 56 in Delta State situated in the Niger Delta has now been exposed by the mass media and the social media – (both the print media and online media platforms) . . .

OML 56: Midwestern Oil & Gas And 2 Ors Sued For Collusion, Trespass & Drilling Oil On Private Land Without Compensation

A 47-year old Nigerian, Mr. Friday Okolo (Photo 1: left) has sued an indigenous Nigerian Oil & Gas company, another defendant and a third party for illegal entry, continuous trespass and consequent drilling of oil and gas on his private land without paying compensation.

The opposing parties in the lawsuit are Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Limited (the first defendant), Chief Sunday Ochonogor, a native doctor and herbalist (the second defendant) who is sued in his personal capacity and on behalf of the Umuachi Family of Umusadege Quarters in Kwale, Delta State and the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) sued in the corporation’s capacity and on behalf of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources (the third party). 

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The NEWS HOUR

Buhari sacks two judges; Supreme Court rules on Metuh’s trial; It’s dishonest to say I’m enjoying myself at home and doing nothing about herdsmen/farmers clashes – Buhari; Nigerian Air Force moves against killer herdsmen in Taraba, Benue & Nasarawa; Court order arrest of Innoson boss, Chukwuma; 2019: Kwankwaso flags off presidential campaign in Anambra; Herdsmen Cry Out Over Silent Killings In Adamawa . . .

No Way Mrs Jonathan Earned $15.5m As First Lady, Civil Servant & Permanent secretary – EFCC

EFCC reveals how Patience Jonathan ‘stole’ $15.5m

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has told the Federal High Court in Lagos how former First Lady Patience Jonathan got the $15.5million which she claims ownership of . . .

Latest NEWS From Nigeria

Benin Republic Withdraws Globacom’s Operating Licence; Italian court orders trial of Shell, Eni over Malabu oil deal; Auditor-general reveals source of $43m Ikoyi cash: Report; PDP speaks on emergence of splinter faction: Fresh PDP; FG Approves Kaduna-Kano Road & Nnamdi Azikiwe Mausoleum; EFCC lied about Innocent Chukwuma – Innoson Motors; PENGASSAN suspends nationwide strike; Navy decorates first female nurse to one star general; Be ready to serve in theatre of operations – FOC Navy . . .

NNPC: Kachikwu Clarifies On Leaked Controversial Memo To Baru

My memo against Baru was misunderstood – Kachikwu; My memo was not to disparage Baru but to improve efficiency – Kachikwu; My memo: Buhari told Baru & I to work together & move forward . . .

Dossier of Buhari’s Meeting With Southeast Leaders

Buhari met southeast leaders: ‘Southeast not marginalised’ – Buhari; Buhari met southeast leaders: Ohanaeze Ndigbo articulated southeast demands; Buhari met southeast leaders: Marginalization & IPOB top Buhari’s meeting with southeast leaders . . .

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Kachikwu protests award of $25b contracts by NNPC

Minister urges Buhari to call Baru to order A crisis of confidence has broken out between Minister of State for Petroleum Resources Dr. Emmanuel Ibe Kachikwu and Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Group Managing Director (GMD)  Dr. Maikanti Baru. The minister has accused the GMD of awarding $25billion contracts without consulting either his office or the corporation’s board. He blamed the GMD for alleged insubordination, lack of adherence to due process and running a “bravado management style” . . . Read more