The wife of the Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mrs. Ruth Fanwo, has launched the first-ever All Secondary Schools Female Football Tournament in Mopamuro Local Government Area (LGA). Speaking at the kick-off ceremony held at Cruise Memorial College, Mopa, on Saturday, Mrs. Fanwo emphasized that the initiative aims to provide young girls with a platform to showcase their football talent and excel in the sport. According to her, society must actively create opportunities that engage the girl child and steer them away from social vices. She assured the participants of her continued support, stating: “We cannot continue to…
Author: Orientalnews Staff
By Oluwole Asalu Nigeria stands at a critical juncture in its digital transformation journey. With one of the largest youth populations in the world, the country has a unique demographic advantage that, if harnessed correctly, can position it as a global leader in digital service exports. However, to fully leverage this potential, Nigeria must go beyond conventional training and invest in strategic upskilling programs that equip individuals with practical, globally relevant skills. This shift, combined with targeted infrastructure development to support mass remote work, can accelerate the transition from a consumption-based economy to a production-driven digital powerhouse. Nigeria’s Digital…
Uche Cecil Izuora Axxela Limited, has reiterated its commitment to enhancing energy security, driving industrialisation, and promoting environmental sustainability in Lagos State. Axxela made this pledge during a visit to Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina. Through one of its subsidiaries, Gaslink Nigeria Limited, Axxela has pioneered private-sector natural gas distribution, significantly expanding gas infrastructure in Lagos by over 170m spanning key industrial hubs, including Ikeja, Ilupeju, Isolo, Ijora, Apapa, Tin Can, Victoria Island, and Eko Atlantic. With ongoing expansion into the Victoria Island-Lekki corridor, the company is boosting energy access, supporting industrial growth, and…
Yemisi Izuora Seplat Energy has reaffirmed its leadership in driving gender equity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to create more opportunities for women. The firm made the commitment at the Society of Petroleum Engineers Women Leadership Lecture Series (SPEWLLS) 2025, themed “March Forward: Advancing Equity and Creating Opportunities in STEM and Beyond”. The event which held in Lagos brought together industry leaders, changemakers, and young professionals to push for greater female representation in STEM. Delivering the keynote address, Eleanor Adarelegebe, Chief Financial Officer, Seplat Energy Plc, called attention to the stark gender disparity in STEM, particularly in…
Joseph Bakare Nigeria has considered Egypt’s energy sector success as a model that can be applied to transform its electricity supply chain. After studying Egypt’s concept, the Nigerian Government says seeking assistance from Egypt will go a long way in boosting Nigeria’s power generation, transmission, and distribution. Nigeria, believes the North African nation’s expertise is vital to drive significant improvements in Nigeria’s energy sector. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made the request during a meeting with the Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mohammed Fouad, in Abuja. Adelabu, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media…
Yemisi Izuora The Nigerian Liquified Natural Gas (NLNG) is embarking on new initiatives that will guarantee price and long term Liquified Natural Gas (LPG) market stability. Apart from enhanced stakeholder collaboration to achieve the desired goal, the NLNG, while acknowledging industry concerns, said it is adopting new measures to improve operational efficiency in meeting market demands. The NLNG, says it plans to enhance engagement and improve operational efficiency of its LPG supply through digitalisation of some of its processes which include a new platform designed to streamline regulatory processes, optimise risk management, and enhance the buyer experience. The platform…
Joseph Bakare Nigeria is making more progress in deepening Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) with Adeayworld Energy Limited and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) collaborates on CNG kits manufacturing and distribution in Nigeria. The Chief Executive Officer of the firm, Prince Adeleke, said at the weekend in Abuja, that the partnership was in line with the Presidential Initiative on CNG (P-ICNG), adding that the collaboration would improve fuel efficiency, promote environmentally friendly energy solutions, and advance local capacity in CNG distribution and utilisation. “This partnership will directly support Nigeria’s long-term goals in terms of economic diversification,…
Uche Cecil Izuora Multisub Energy Limited, an indigenous Oil and Gas exploration and production company, in partnership with the Olure Host Communities’ Development Trust (OHCDT) has completed and unveiled a school furnishing project in Eghoro Community. The project also includes the installation of 70 street lights in Safa/Ogbin bloc of communities, in Warri North LGA, Delta State, as part of efforts to empowering host communities. The Abokunwa Primary School in Eghoro was equipped with 50 students’ desks, teachers’ tables and chairs, magic boards and a 120-meter walkway to improve access to quality education in the area. Speaking at the…
Uche Cecil Izuora Indigenous energy firm, Hyde Energy, says it planning an expanded cleaner energy investment opportunities across Nigeria to help boost the country’s energy security. The company gave the assurance when it officially commissioned its new 10MT Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) facility at Ojo Cantonment, Lagos. This milestone is part of Hyde Energy’s commitment to expanding access to cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions, reducing reliance on traditional fuels, and enhancing energy security in Lagos and beyond. The commissioning of this facility marks another significant step in Hyde Energy’s strategic partnership with the Nigerian Army Welfare Limited by Guarantee…
The Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Femi Fanwo has urged those campaigning for the reelection of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to “off the mic” as the Governor is committed and focused on ensuring the development of the State, saying it is too early to get “engrossed in the 2027 politics”. Addressing newsmen in Lokoja, Thursday, the Information Commissioner said the focus of everyone should be on how to take Kogi to the next level as the Chief Servant is working hard to make Kogi great. “We recently celebrated the first anniversary of the administration by…