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Apo Six Film: CSOs demand answers over DSS review, warn against censorship

Apo Six Film: CSOs demand answers over DSS review, warn against censorship

Apo Six Film: CSOs demand answers over DSS review, warn against censorship   The Action Group on Free Civic Space (AGFCS), comprising 21 civil society organisations, has demanded an explanation for the suspension of The Night of June 7th, a film about the 2005 killing of six young Nigerians in Abuja, popularly known as the […]

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Editorial: OPEC+ walks the tightrope between oil stability and producer survival

Editorial: OPEC+ walks the tightrope between oil stability and producer survival

Editorial: OPEC+ walks the tightrope between oil stability and producer survival   The decision by seven leading OPEC+ producers to maintain their required production levels for October 2026 is a prudent move for an oil market still navigating geopolitical uncertainty, changing demand patterns and the competing interests of producers and consumers. Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq,

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OPEC+ holds supply, oil prices edge higher as market gives cautious nod

OPEC+ holds supply, oil prices edge higher as market gives cautious nod

OPEC+ holds supply, oil prices edge higher as market gives cautious nod   Global oil prices have edged higher following the latest OPEC+ decision to maintain October production levels, but the muted gains suggest traders remain cautious about the strength of the cartel’s influence on the market. Brent crude rose 0.52 per cent to $96.78

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Nigeria’s IEA entry puts OPEC ties to new test

Nigeria’s IEA entry puts OPEC ties to new test

Nigeria’s IEA entry puts OPEC ties to new test By Eyo Nsima Nigeria’s admission into the International Energy Agency (IEA) as an Association country is set to give Abuja a stronger voice in global energy affairs, but could also introduce a new dimension to its longstanding relationship with the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries

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FEDA Membership Hits 24 as Senegal, Liberia Join, Angola, Zimbabwe Ratify Deal

FEDA Membership Hits 24 as Senegal, Liberia Join, Angola, Zimbabwe Ratify Deal

FEDA Membership Hits 24 as Senegal, Liberia Join, Angola, Zimbabwe Ratify Deal   The Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), the equity investment arm of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has expanded its membership to 24 countries following the accession of Senegal and Liberia and the ratification of its Establishment Agreement by Angola and

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Oil Market Mixed as Brent Climbs Above $72, OPEC Basket Falls 3.6%

OPEC+ maintains October output as Nigeria strives to increase production

OPEC+ maintains October output as Nigeria strives to increase production By Eyo Nsima OPEC+ has maintained October oil production levels for seven major producers, putting the spotlight on Nigeria’s struggle to consistently maximise crude output despite its huge reserves and pressing need for oil revenue. Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman agreed

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Bille explosion sparks call for probe into persistent gas leakage, environmental liabilities

Bille explosion sparks call for probe into persistent gas leakage, environmental liabilities

Bille explosion sparks call for probe into persistent gas leakage, environmental liabilities By Eyo Nsima A woman sustained severe burn injuries following an explosion in Bille Kingdom, Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, prompting renewed calls for an independent investigation into persistent gas leakage and environmental risks reported by residents in the oil-producing community.

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AI, live experiences to drive global media industry to $4.2trn by 2030 — PwC

AI, live experiences to drive global media industry to $4.2trn by 2030 — PwC

AI, live experiences to drive global media industry to $4.2trn by 2030 — PwC By Eyo Nsima Artificial intelligence, digital innovation and growing demand for live and immersive experiences are expected to drive the global entertainment and media industry to $4.2 trillion by 2030, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has projected. According to PwC’s Global Entertainment & Media

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Petrol depot prices hit N1,950/litre, widen regional price gap

Petrol depot prices hit N1,950/litre, widen regional price gap

Petrol depot prices hit N1,950/litre, widen regional price gap By Eyo Nsima Petrol depot prices climbed as high as N1,950 per litre in some parts of Nigeria on Friday, September 4, 2026, as price disparities widened across Lagos, Port Harcourt, Calabar and Warri markets. The latest mid-day price report showed that Sahara Depot in Port

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Angola’s oil turnaround offers Africa a blueprint for energy development — Ayuk

Angola’s oil turnaround offers Africa a blueprint for energy development — Ayuk

Angola’s oil turnaround offers Africa a blueprint for energy development — Ayuk By Eyo Nsima Angola’s transformation of its oil and gas industry has demonstrated that disciplined reforms, strong institutions and effective execution can restore investor confidence and attract billions of dollars in new capital, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk, has

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