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FG To Launch 100 New CNG Stations Nationwide Within Six Months

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As part of its ongoing efforts to promote the use of cleaner, more affordable fuel alternatives to petrol, the Federal Government will be launching 100 new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across Nigeria in the next six months.

This initiative aims to reduce the cost of fuel for Nigerians while also supporting the country’s energy transition goals.

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Speaking at an event in Ogun State, Oluwagbemi Michael, the Programme Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI), revealed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) had already acquired equipment to establish 40 of these new CNG stations.

This comes in addition to 12 stations the NNPC has set up in the past year, with six in Abuja and six in Lagos.

Oluwagbemi noted that the government’s goal is to improve the accessibility of CNG as a cleaner, cheaper alternative fuel, addressing public concerns over the limited availability of CNG refuelling stations.

He explained that the expansion is backed by an active infrastructure development programme, in collaboration with the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund.

“Two weeks ago, about N122 billion was released to six private organisations investing in the CNG distribution value chain,” Oluwagbemi said. “This will ensure that we have sufficient CNG distribution infrastructure across the country.”

In addition to the NNPC’s efforts, several private companies are also contributing to the expansion of CNG infrastructure.

Companies such as Bovas, NIPCO, Matrix, and MRS are investing heavily in the sector, with Bovas working on eight stations and NIPCO adding 12 more to their existing network of 10 stations.

The PCNGI CEO noted that Nigeria had only 13 to 20 CNG refuelling stations a year ago, but that number has grown to 50 today.

He expects this figure to double within six months, driven by ongoing investment and government support.

The federal government is also pushing the distribution of one million CNG conversion kits to commercial drivers and providing credit schemes for private individuals to convert their petrol-powered vehicles to CNG.

Oluwagbemi assured Nigerians that as more vehicles convert to CNG, the demand for refuelling stations will continue to rise, encouraging more private investment in the sector.

He also confirmed that existing petrol stations could be upgraded to offer CNG services, with the NNPC already working on 40 such upgrades.

He emphasized that the government is committed to creating a robust CNG infrastructure to support the country’s energy transition, reduce fuel costs for Nigerians, and provide a cleaner, safer alternative to petrol.

 

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FCT Police Chief Inspects Worship Centres, Commends Residents for Peaceful Conduct

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The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, CP Ahmed Muhammad Sanusi, has inspected security deployments at churches across the territory, urging officers to maintain professionalism and vigilance during religious activities.

The inspection was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.

Sanusi conducted the inspection on November 8, 2026, to assess the operational readiness of personnel deployed to worship centres and evaluate security arrangements for residents and worshippers.

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The exercise followed a similar inspection of mosques across the FCT on Friday, November 6, as the Command sustained efforts to strengthen security around religious centres.

During the visits, the police commissioner charged officers to remain professional and responsive in the discharge of their duties.

He also commended residents for their peaceful and orderly conduct following mosque and church services, noting that public cooperation remained essential to maintaining security and public order across the territory.

The commissioner urged residents to continue cooperating with the police and other law enforcement agencies, remain security-conscious and promptly report suspicious persons, movements or activities to the nearest police station.

He further encouraged residents to utilise the Command’s emergency lines, 08032003913 and 08061581938, to report security concerns.

Adeh said the Command’s Public Relations Office remained open and accessible to members of the public for enquiries, complaints, information and other security-related matters.

The FCT Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting residents and worshippers and maintaining security across the Federal Capital Territory.

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2027: Shettima Arrives in Uyo for APC Presidential Campaign Rally

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The development was disclosed on Friday by Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President.

Akwa Ibom occupies a strategic position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, with major federal investments expected to strengthen infrastructure and economic activities across the state.

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One of the major projects is the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, which has an approximately 82.8-kilometre stretch passing through Akwa Ibom.

The project, according to the statement, “promises improved connectivity, expanded trade, greater investment and new economic opportunities for communities across the region.”

Beyond infrastructure, the administration’s interventions in education, agriculture, healthcare, youth empowerment and social protection are also designed to improve livelihoods and broaden economic participation.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) is among the initiatives highlighted, complementing Governor Umo Eno’s investments in roads, aviation, tourism and human capital development.

The statement noted that the Uyo rally provides “another opportunity to strengthen the APC’s growing political presence in the South-South and make the case for continuity in 2027.”

 

 

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Elohor Aiboni Honoured with DTN@100 Changemaker Award

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Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni was among 100 people honoured with the DTN@100 Award.

She joined a list of distinguished recipients recognised by the Daily Times newspapers. The contributions of the awardees to national development will be documented in a special publication, titled Nigerian Grand Book.

Daily Times which started publication in 1926 gave the awards as part of its centenary celebrations in Lagos. The centenary theme is: “Honouring the Past, Shaping the Future.” Chairman, Folio Media Group and Publisher Daily Times of Nigeria Fidelis Anosike said: “We proudly celebrate Elohor Aiboni, Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Companies in Nigeria, for her well-deserved recognition at the Daily Times Heroes Award. As a visionary female leader, Elohor has shown that true leadership is defined by action. Her forward-thinking policies continue to drive real, positive change across our nation.”

In her response, Elohor said: “Although this award is presented to me, I do not regard it as mine alone. I share it with my colleagues across the Shell Companies in Nigeria, our partners, and the many people I have had the privilege of working with and learning from over the years.”

Elohor was commended for her achievements in a career in the energy industry that started in Shell in 2002. In addition to serving in operational roles within and outside Nigeria, she has worked as asset manager for Bonga, leading up to her appointment as Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) in 2021, the first female to hold the post. Early this year, she took up the role of Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria, also the first female and Nigerian to hold both roles.

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In her acceptance speech, Elohor also called for concerted efforts towards educating the girl-child. She said: “If we are serious about shaping Nigeria’s future, we must be equally serious about educating and empowering the Nigerian girl child. Education provides not only knowledge, but also confidence, choice and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to her community and country.”
Photo Caption – L-R: Energy and Investment Solicitor, Sam Aiboni; Executive Vice President and Country Chair, Shell Nigeria, Elohor Aiboni; actress Rita Dominic; and Daily Times Chairman, Fidelis Anosike, during the award presentation at Harbour Point, Lagos.

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