Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Manny Ita  – The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced a revenue of N60.5 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year and a profit after tax of N5.7 trillion, marking one of the strongest financial performances in the history of the state-owned energy firm and underscoring a significant turnaround following years of losses and opaque accounting. The company said the results reflect higher crude production levels, improved operational efficiency, exchange-rate gains and the ongoing commercialization reforms that transformed the former corporation into a limited liability company. In a statement released at the weekend, the company described the figures as…

As Dangote Delivers 40m Litres Of Petrol Per Day, Fuel Supply Rises 25% Elegbede Abiodun • Average PMS consumption in January 2026 stood at 60.2 million litres per day. Nigeria’s domestic fuel supply rose 25 per cent in January 2026 as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery delivered an average of 40 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) per day, according to data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). This marked an increase of about eight million litres daily from December 2025’s 32 million litres, highlighting the refinery’s steady ramp-up toward meeting more of the nation’s…

Manny Ita  – The 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union concluded Sunday in Addis Ababa with leaders adopting new commitments on sustainable water management and sanitation, while also advancing institutional reforms aimed at strengthening the bloc’s effectiveness. The summit, hosted at the AU headquarters, brought together presidents, prime ministers and senior officials from across the continent amid growing concerns over climate change, drought, urbanization and public health challenges linked to water scarcity. Delegates endorsed a continental framework designed to expand access to safe drinking water, modern sanitation systems and climate-resilient…

A total of 102 films approved in January 2026 ~ NFVCB • Reflecting an increase of 161.5% compared to 39 films classified in December, 2025. The National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) has approved a total of 102 films for distribution and exhibition for the month of January 2026. According to a statement by Ogbonna Onwumere, Head of Media NFVCB, this is in line with its statutory mandate to regulate and classify film and video content. This reflects an increase of 161.5% compared to 39 films classified in December, 2025. A breakdown by Language shows 86 films rendered in…

Manny Ita  – Governments, health agencies, charities and advocacy groups across the world on Saturday marked International Childhood Cancer Day with renewed calls for early diagnosis, equitable treatment access and long-term care for survivors, warning that thousands of children—particularly in low- and middle-income countries—continue to die from largely treatable cancers. The annual observance on February 15 aims to spotlight the disparities in survival rates, which exceed 80 percent in many high-income countries but can fall below 30 percent in poorer regions. The World Health Organization said childhood cancer remains a leading cause of death among children and adolescents worldwide, with…

As Otunba Gbenga Daniel approaches his 70th birthday on April 6, 2026, his public life offers a rare window into the anatomy of enduring influence in Nigerian politics. Manny Ita writes about his career, defined not merely by offices held, but by tangible projects, personal networks, institutional footprints and a remarkable capacity to survive turbulence. Legacy The Impact of Gbenga Daniel’s years as Governor of Ogun State from 2003 to 2011 remains the central pillar of his public legacy. His administration pursued an ambitious development blueprint that sought to reposition the state as an industrial gateway between Lagos and the…

At 50, Adaora Umeoji Leads Zenith Bank With Vision, Compassion, And Excellence Every February widely regarded as the season of love carries a personal significance for Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, as it marks her birth month. But since assuming leadership of Zenith Bank, the month has evolved into something greater than a private celebration. It has become a symbol of renewed purpose, bold vision, and institutional progress under her stewardship. In an industry often measured strictly by numbers, targets, and profit margins, Dr. Umeoji stands out for her human-centered approach to leadership. She has cultivated a corporate culture grounded…

Valentine Season: Adron Homes Encourages Nigerians To Build Lasting Love Through Real Estate Adron Homes and Properties has continued its ongoing “Love for Love Promo” as part of its Valentine season initiatives, encouraging couples, families, and investors to move beyond traditional gifts by embracing shared property ownership as a lasting expression of commitment and financial stability. The company stated that the promo, which has been running throughout the Valentine period, was designed to inspire Nigerians to build long-term value and legacy through real estate investments. It noted that the initiative offers attractive discounts, flexible payment options, and a variety…

Manny Ita  – The United States government has announced plans to begin revoking the citizenship of naturalized Nigerians found to have obtained their status through fraudulent means, in what officials describe as a stricter enforcement of existing immigration laws targeting misrepresentation during the naturalization process. According to U.S. authorities, the directive focuses on cases where applicants allegedly provided false information, concealed criminal histories, falsified identities, or misrepresented key facts that would have affected their eligibility for citizenship. Officials stressed that the move is not country-specific but part of a broader crackdown on immigration fraud across multiple nationalities, although Nigerians were…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria is bracing for a decisive ruling from FIFA scheduled for Monday, February 16, on a formal protest submitted by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) against the DR Congo national football team. The decision could dramatically reshape the country’s path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the possibility of reinstating Nigeria into the African qualifying playoffs. The protest is understood to relate to alleged regulatory violations connected to a crucial qualifying match involving DR Congo, which Nigerian authorities argue affected the integrity of the standings. While FIFA has not publicly detailed the complaint, issues reportedly under…