Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals is witnessing a surge in inquiries from African countries seeking fuel supplies following disruptions caused by the Iran war. Ashenews gathered this development on Friday. The report stated that several governments are scrambling to secure alternative sources of refined petroleum products. Bloomberg reports that Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has been approached by South Africa and other African countries, as they move to stabilise fuel supply in the wake of the crisis. Officials and stakeholders say the surge in demand reflects concerns over fuel availability rather than pricing, as countries prioritise energy security. Governments are also taking steps…
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Meta Platforms has announced a new initiative offering up to $3,000 monthly to attract top content creators from rival platforms such as TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. The programme, known as the Creator Fast Track, is designed to bring established creators to Facebook by providing guaranteed earnings and increased visibility for their content. This comes as Meta intensifies efforts to compete in the creator economy, where platforms are increasingly offering financial incentives to retain and attract influencers. According to Meta, the Creator Fast Track programme is targeted at “established creators who are new to or rediscovering Facebook.” ”Creators in the program…
FIFA has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup will be staged in Morocco from October 17 to November 7, setting the calendar for the next edition of the youth tournament. The world football governing body made the announcement on Thursday through its official 𝕏 account, stating, “Save the date. This year’s #U17WWC in Morocco will take place from 17 October to 7 November.” The tournament will be the second time Morocco hosts the expanded 24-team competition, following the 2025 edition. The hosting arrangement forms part of a multi-year agreement approved by the FIFA Council in March 2024, granting Morocco rights…
FIFA has mandated that every team participating in its women’s competitions must have at least one female head or assistant coach. The directive is part of new regulations by the world football governing body to increase the number of women coaching at the highest level. The regulations, approved by the FIFA Council on Thursday, will take effect from the U-17 and U-20 Women’s World Cups, as well as the Women’s Champions Cup. FIFA Chief Football Officer, Jill Ellis, said that each team must also have at least two female staff members on the bench. This, Ellis said had become a…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory Council, Grace Ike, has restated her commitment to building trust, enhancing professionalism, and promoting credibility in the media space. Ike stated this in an interview with reporters on the sidelines of the 2026 first quarter induction ceremony of new members into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on Thursday in Abuja. It was reported that Ike was among the 421 newly inducted members of the NIPR. “This moment marks not just a personal milestone, but also a bridge between my roots in journalism and my progression into…
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed Bond Chemicals Industries Ltd in Oyo over violations of national environmental regulations. Mrs Nwamaka Ejiofor, NESREA’s Assistant Director of Press, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja. Ejiofor said the enforcement action followed a public complaint, which was corroborated by independent verification, regarding the discharge of untreated effluent into the environment. She explained that a compliance inspection conducted by officials of the agency’s South-West Zonal Office on Feb. 18 revealed that the facility lacked a functional effluent treatment plant. According to her, the company was discharging…
Sen. Lola Ashiru, representing Kwara Senatorial District, has facilitated the training and empowerment of 200 youths with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills and laptops. Mr Yinusa Alabi, Senior Legislative Aide to the Senate President, said the initiative was part of Ashiru’s ongoing empowerment programmes for constituents across the seven local government areas in the district. Alabi, who spoke on the sidelines of the programme on Thursday in Ilorin, said the training was the fourth in the series since the senator assumed office. He explained that the initiative, which coincided with the Ramadan period, also provided accommodation, sahur and iftar…
The FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (FPED) says it has concluded arrangements to begin 24-hour electricity supply to parts of Anambra. The company said this was part of measures to improve power supply in the state. The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) of FPED, Dr Emeka Egbujor, disclosed this during the company’s annual customer engagement meeting on Thursday in Awka. “As we speak, we have concluded arrangements to supply Udoka Estate and Ngozika Estate in Awka with 10 megawatts of electricity for 24 hours. “Another area is Nnewi, where we have held discussions with Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd., Cutis Cable…
Msbon Foundation, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has trained 100 women and youths in vocational and entrepreneurial skills to promote economic independence. The outreach, held at the Abuja Children’s Home, Karu, on Thursday, was part of activities to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD). Celebrated annually on March 8, the event highlights the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and calls for inclusive development. The 2026 IWD theme is “Give to Gain”. Founder of the foundation, Ms Chikodi Nwanisobi, said the initiative, driven by the theme “Skill to Income,” was aimed at promoting transformational giving. “I would say what is…
The Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria (REAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property in the deployment of renewable energy solutions nationwide. Oisereime Lloyd-Dietake, the organisation’s Head of Communications, said in a statement on Thursday in Abuja that REAN made the commitment during a courtesy visit to Mr Samuel Olumode, Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service. The visit forms part of the organisation’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration on safety standards within Nigeria’s solar and renewable energy sector. “During the meeting, both institutions discussed areas of collaboration, including improving installation standards, promoting fire safety awareness,…