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Energy Commission , European Union Delegation To Nigeria / ECOWAS , To Convene Strategic Summit On  Low-Carbon Hydrogen Economy The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), in partnership with the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, has disclosed plan to convene a  3 days Strategic Awareness and Alignment Summit on the Low-Carbon Hydrogen Economy from 23 to 25 June 2026  The Summit which will be held in Abuja will bring  together senior representatives from over fifty federal Ministries, Departments and Agencies, alongside private sector partners, academic institutions, and international development partners. Nigeria holds some of the continent's largest natural gas reserves and among its strongest renewable energy resources, yet has not led the early wave of African hydrogen investment now underway in Morocco, Egypt, and Namibia.  The Summit's underlying purpose is to position Nigeria to leapfrog conventional energy transition timelines – cl...

A ROUND PEG IN A ROUND HOLE: DR. MUSTAPHA ABDULLAHI'S INDELIBLE STRIDES IN SOLARIZATION In the annals of Nigeria's energy sector, few appointments have generated as much goodwill and validated confidence as the placement of Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi at the helm of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN).  Since his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on October 24, 2023, as the third Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Dr. Abdullahi has become the very embodiment of purposeful leadership; a man whose competence, passion, and vision align so perfectly with his mandate that the metaphor writes itself: a round peg, firmly and productively seated in a round hole. Born in Kano and hailing from Okene Local Government Area in Kogi State, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi brings to the ECN an enviable combination of academic distinction and hands-on professional experience that few in his generation can match.  A Chartered Engineer (CEng) and member of ...

A coalition of retired military personnel under the umbrella of the Coalition of Concerned Military Veterans (CCV) has thrown its weight behind the proposed Veterans Federation of Nigeria (VFN), describing it as a strategic initiative aimed at improving the welfare, coordination, and representation of military veterans across the country. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, the Secretary-General of the coalition, Dr. Awal Abdullah Aliyu, said the idea of establishing the Veterans Federation of Nigeria was conceived in 2018 during the tenure of former Chief of Defence Staff, General Abayomi Olonisakin (rtd), following growing concerns over the proliferation of veterans' associations and the need for a unified platform. According to Aliyu, a series of retreats involving military veterans, international experts, and key stakeholders led to the development of a framework for a national federation that aligns with global best practices in veterans' affairs. He disclos...

A fresh political storm is brewing in Zamfara State as a group known as the Zamfara State Concerned Citizens has announced plans to institute legal proceedings against former Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, over allegations concerning his educational qualifications. The group, led by Barrister Musa Abdullahi, alleged that Matawalle relied on a certificate obtained from the Vocational Training Centre, Bunza, to secure election into public office and later appointment as a minister, despite what it described as questions surrounding the qualification's compliance with constitutional requirements. In a media statement signed on its behalf, Barrister Abdullahi said the group had concluded consultations and was preparing legal action aimed at testing the validity of the credentials before a court of competent jurisdiction. According to him, public offices are positions of trust that demand honesty, transparency a...

UK Miner Launches Arbitration Case as Nigeria Blocks Access to Multi-Billion-Dollar Lithium Project By Steven Kefas A British mining company has launched international arbitration proceedings against Nigeria after authorities purported to revoke its licences, forcibly escorted company personnel off its legally held tenements, and blocked development of what it says is a multi-billion-dollar lithium and critical minerals project with strategic importance for the UK. Jupiter Lithium Ltd, a UK-registered company, has filed a Request for Arbitration with the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) based in Washington DC, Paris and Singapore.  Jupiter has spent several years exploring and delineating what it describes as a world-class hard-rock lithium deposit in central Nigeria. According to the company, the resource is large enough to supply all of Britain’s lithium requirements for decades, positioning it as one of the most significant potential...

EFCC Intercepts ₦4bn Gold Consignment at Kano Airport; Suspects Link Ex-Zamfara Governor Yari to Alleged Smuggling Ring The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intercepted 15 suitcases containing gold bars valued at approximately ₦4 billion at the Aminu Kano International Airport. The consignment was being loaded onto an Ethiopian Airlines flight bound for Saudi Arabia when it was seized. Three suspects were arrested during the operation, including Aliyu Baffa, a serving airport security officer, and two accomplices. According to EFCC sources and airport security officials who spoke on condition of anonymity, the suspects voluntarily confessed that the gold was being smuggled out of the country on the instruction of Senator Abdul Aziz Yari Abubakar, former Governor of Zamfara State. The suspects further alleged that they are part of a cartel involved in illegal mining operations across Zamfara, Kaduna, and Kebbi States, which they claim is controlled by Sena...

Northern Democratic Front Accuses Oshiomhole of Lies, Defamation Over Akpabio, NNPC Claims By Our Correspondent, Abuja The Northern Democratic Front (NDF), a political advocacy group, has strongly condemned Senator Adams Oshiomhole over a recent interview in which it said the former governor made several reckless, unsubstantiated, and defamatory statements concerning the Senate Committee on Public Accounts, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio GCON. In a strongly worded press statement issued on Sunday, the NDF said that while it respects the right of any senator to air legitimate concerns, it cannot stand idly by while falsehoods are peddled and the integrity of the Senate leadership is attacked through baseless allegations. The group specifically took issue with Senator Oshiomhole’s public labelling of NNPC staff as thieves, describing the blanket criminalisation as irresponsible and unbecoming ...

A civil society organisation, the Coalition for Accountability and National Development (CAND), has accused former Zamfara State Governor and Senator representing Zamfara West, Abdul'aziz Yari, of allegedly undermining the Federal Government's efforts to maximise revenue from Nigeria's solid minerals sector through illegal mining activities. The group made the allegation while reacting to the reported interception of an aircraft allegedly conveying gold valued at about N4 billion by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Ibrahim Musa, CAND described the seizure ,linked to Senator Yari as a major breakthrough in the fight against illegal mining and economic sabotage. According to the organisation, the illicit exploitation and smuggling of gold and other mineral resources have continued to deprive Nigeria of substantial revenue that could otherwise be chan...

Former Governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West, Senator (Dr) Abdul'aziz Yari Abubakar, has rejoiced with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his third anniversary in office and Nigeria's Democracy Day celebration, praising the President's resilience, determination and commitment to national development. In a goodwill message personally signed by him, alongside with the Obaloyin of Yoruba Land, and 1st Baba Isale of Ikorodu), Yari described the milestone as a significant moment in the nation's democratic journey, noting that the Tinubu administration has continued to confront complex national challenges while pursuing reforms aimed at strengthening institutions, expanding economic opportunities and promoting stability across the country. The former Senate Committee Chairman and influential political leader said the President's three years in office have been marked by steadfast leadership and an unwavering commitment to ...

Democracy Day: ECN DG Hails Tinubu’s Leadership, Reaffirms Commitment to National Development The Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Engr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, commending his administration's commitment to democratic governance, national unity, and sustainable development. In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, Abdullahi, on behalf of the management and staff of the commission, described Democracy Day as a significant moment in Nigeria’s history, noting that it serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by patriotic citizens in the struggle for freedom, justice, and the preservation of democratic values. According to him, the annual celebration provides an opportunity for reflection on the importance of visionary leadership, accountable governance, and inclusive nation-building. The ECN boss praised President Tinubu’s leadership, saying the ...

KATSINA STATE MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND CULTURE PRESS RELEASE 6/6/2026 PROSPECTS BRIGHT FOR RELEASE OF MAJOR GENERAL RABE ABUBAKAR (RTD)  ...As KTSG intensifies Multi-Dimensional Efforts to secure release of the couples, others. The Katsina State Government wishes to provide an update to the public regarding the abduction of former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (Rtd), and his wife. The Government is pleased to announce that, coordinated efforts are reaching an advanced stage, and there is high optimism that the retired General and his wife will soon gain freedom. Following the unfortunate coordinated abduction of the General and his wife along the Matazu axis, Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON immediately directed all relevant security apparatuses to prioritize their safe return and many others at the bandits den. Preliminary investigations into the abduction of the retired Major General and his wife have revealed that the incid...

‎Delta North Senate Race 2027: Neither Okowa Nor Ochei — The Case for a Fresh Start ‎The Illusion of Choice Between Two Old Orders ‎ ‎The Delta North senatorial race is shaping up as what many are calling a “false binary” — a manufactured contest between two political heavyweights who, despite their publicly presented rivalry, are products of the same system that has failed the ordinary people of Delta North for decades. Senator Ifeanyi Okowa and Rt. Hon. Victor Ochei are not opposites. They are two sides of the same worn coin, and the people of Delta North deserve to see through this. ‎ ‎The argument here is not merely political preference — it is rooted in history, electoral evidence, and political logic. ‎ ‎Ochei Is Not the Lion to Slay Okowa’s Hegemony — He Is Part of It ‎ ‎Victor Ochei served as Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly for years. He was a product and beneficiary of the same Delta PDP machine that produced Okowa. His entry into the NDC s...

PRP Leadership Crisis Deepens as Faction Petitions INEC, Threatens Court Action The leadership crisis within the People's Redemption Party (PRP) has taken a fresh dimension as a faction of the party has petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), challenging the emergence of Hakeem Baba-Ahmed as National Chairman and seeking recognition as the authentic leadership of the party. The faction, which traces its lineage to the leadership structure established by the late PRP founder, Balarabe Musa, also threatened legal action against INEC if the electoral body fails to recognize its claims. Speaking with journalists, the faction's Publicity Secretary, Comrade Bashir Bello, alleged that the convention that produced Hakeem Baba-Ahmed as National Chairman was unconstitutional and contrary to the provisions of the party's constitution. According to Bello, the late Balarabe Musa had handed over the affairs of the party to former National Chairman, Ma...

You're are an enemy of the North, during your time as SGF, you have done nothing -Youth blasts BD Lawan ‎The Coalition of Christian Youth Leaders and Stakeholders in the North East has condemned what it described as ethno-religious attacks against former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, urging political actors to embrace unity and inclusive leadership ahead of future elections. ‎ ‎The coalition made its position known in a press statement issued on Friday in Gombe State and signed by its Chairman, Hon. Amb. Ibrahim Aliyu, JP. ‎ ‎The group specifically criticized recent comments attributed to former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal, describing them as divisive, inflammatory, and capable of deepening religious and ethnic tensions in the country. ‎ ‎According to the coalition, it was disappointed that Babachir Lawal allegedly chose to direct criticism at Atiku Abubakar at a time when Nigeria is facing pressing security, economic, and socia...

Arewa Group Commends Governor Hope Uzodimma for Protecting Northerners in Imo An Arewa socio-cultural group has praised the Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, for what it described as his commitment to the protection of Northerners residing in the state. The group, under the aegis of the Arewa Unity and Development Forum, said Governor Uzodimma's administration has continued to demonstrate inclusiveness and tolerance by ensuring that residents, regardless of their ethnic or religious backgrounds, enjoy equal rights and protection under the law. In a press statement signed by Comrade Musa Bawa Mohammed, the group's spokesperson noted that the governor had consistently promoted peaceful coexistence among the diverse ethnic groups living in Imo State, creating an atmosphere conducive for business and social interaction. According to the group, thousands of Northerners living and conducting legitimate businesses in the state have benefited from the government's e...

YARI’S SUSPECTED AGENDA TO UNDERMINE APC SUCCESS IN ZAMFARA The recent launch of the Atiku Abubakar political platform in Zamfara State by Senator Abdulaziz Yari is a brazen act of anti-party activity designed to sabotage the re-election bid of Governor Dauda Lawal and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Credible reports confirm that Yari’s inner caucus and loyalists were fully kitted in Atiku-branded materials during the symbolic unveiling, leaving no doubt about his alignment with the opposition. This comes against a troubling backdrop: 1. *Financial Questions*: It is public knowledge that Senator Yari’s bank accounts were recently frozen by relevant authorities over unresolved financial issues.This raises serious questions he is yet to answer. 2. *Disregard for Party Unity*: Yari deliberately boycotted all stakeholders’ meetings of Zamfara political leaders before and after the APC primaries, showing contempt for collective decision-making. 3. *Rejection of State Leadersh...

City Boy Movement Holds Strategic Meeting in Yola for Tinubu’s '27 Re-election The City Boy Movement, a group championing the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has held a strategic meeting in Yola to begin aggressive grassroots mobilization across Adamawa State ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Rt Hon. Aliyu Wakili Boya, Esq., State Coordinator of the movement and member representing Fufore/Song Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, hosted the meeting at his Yola residence with state and local government officials. Boya emphasized that the group’s sole mandate is to deliver massive votes for President Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa. He disclosed that massive mobilization activities will soon commence, reaching every community, village, and polling unit in the state. “The mandate is for everyone. We are moving to reach out to villages and communities in all parts of the state. No stone will be left unturned, no ...