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DPR seals 12 filling stations in Sokoto, Kebbi
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), says it has sealed 12 filling stations in Sokoto and Kebbi states for under dispensing and operating without valid licence.
Federal government begins inspection of weights and measures of oil pump in Bayelsa
The Weights and Measures Department, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, has commenced inspection on filling stations in Bayelsa State.
Group lauds removal of VAT on cooking gas
The Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers (NALPGAM), says the removal of Value Added Tax (VAT) on cooking gas by the Federal Government will deepen market penetration, boost the country’s economy and protect the environment.
DPR shuts five filling stations for under-dispensing
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has shut down five filling stations in Adamawa State for dispensing less fuel than requested and paid for by customers.
DPR seals 13 petrol stations, seven gas refill outlets in Nasarawa
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) in Nasarawa State has sealed 13 petrol stations and seven Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) refilling outlets for violating operational guidelines.
DPR seals 13 filling stations, 7 gas refilling outlets in Nasarawa
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has sealed 13 Petrol stations and 7 LPG (gas) refilling outlets across Nasarawa state for contravening operational standards.
NNPC: We have 80 million litres of aviation fuel in reserve
As local airlines complain about a persistent scarcity of aviation fuel (Jet A1), the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) on Thursday dismissed their claims, saying that it has 80 million litres of the product stored in facilities nationwide.
Federal government begins clampdown on illegal gas plants, roadside LPG retailers
The Federal Government has begun a clampdown on illegal gas plants and roadside retailers of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, an official said.
Federal government begins clampdown on roadside cooking gas retailers
The Federal Government has begun clampdown on illegal gas plants and roadside retailers of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, popularly known as cooking gas, an official said.g
Border closure: Ogun border communities groan as fuel sells for N350 per litre
Residents of Ogun border communities of Iwoye-Ketu, Idofa, Ilara, Oke Agbede, Moriwi and Wasinmi Okuta are groaning over the artificial scarcity of petroleum product (fuel) and the attendant hardship on them, following the closure of borders between Nigeria and neighbouring Republic of Benin by the Federal Government.
DPR seeks NSCDC’s support in fight against fuel adulteration
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has solicited the support and cooperation of Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to check fuel adulteration and hoarding during its surveillance operations.
$9 billion judgment: P&ID chief names ex-Presidents Yar’Adua, Jonathan, ex-NNPC GMDs, 15 others behind...
The founder of Process and Industrial Developments (P&ID), Michael Quinn admitted to have had audience with the late President Umaru Yar’Adua, ex-Minister of Petroleum Resources, Dr. Rilwanu Lukman, a former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Shehu Ladan, and 15 others over the Gas Supply and Processing Agreement (GSPA).
DPR launches digital device for accurate dispensing of petroleum products
The Department of Petroleum Resources has launched a device, Digital Seraphin Can, to help ensure accuracy in dispensing of petroleum products across the country.
Rivers Reps member laments Total operations’ relocation to Lagos
A member of the House of Representatives representing Degema/Bonny Federal Constituency, Mr Farah Dagogo, has raised the alarm over alleged moves by TOTAL Group to relocate its servicing companies from Egina Offshore Field Onne to Ladol Yard in Lagos State.
DPR seals 55 petrol stations in Port-Hacourt
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) on Tuesday said it had sealed no fewer than 55 petrol stations in Port-Harcourt and environs in the last six weeks for various offences.
Rape: Man to face castration
An Indonesian man named Muh Aris bin Syukur from the city of Mojokerto in East Java was sentenced with chemical castration for the rape of nine children in a landmark ruling for the country.
Government shuts cooking gas plants over ‘safety defaults’
Three cooking gas plants at Ijede in Ikorodu Local Government Area in Lagos State have been sealed off for allegedly operating illegally.
DPR threatens to sanction petrol outlets without safety facilities
The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) has threatened to sanction any patrol and gas trans-filling station in Bayelsa State that does not have adequate safety facilities to guarantee the safety of customers and dealers alike in a situation of emergency.
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Why central bank should sensitise Nigerians on cashless policy – expert
Dr Aminu Usman, Head, Economics Department, Kaduna State University, has urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to carry out robust campaigns to sensitise Nigerians to understand the need for bank charges on deposits and withdrawals.
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