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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has commenced the shipment of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cargoes to Japan and China on a Delivered Ex-Ship (DES) basis, marking a significant milestone in its global energy strategy. This development was confirmed by Olufemi Soneye, NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, quoting Segun Dapo, Executive President of Downstream at NNPC Ltd. The DES system, which involves delivering goods to a specific port with the seller responsible for shipping and insurance, represents a more financially beneficial approach for NNPC Ltd. and allows the company to enter the downstream LNG sector. NNPC has been…

Domestic travellers paid 25 per cent more for air flights in July 2024. This is according to a new report by the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS). NBS said: “In air travel, the average fare paid by air passengers for specified routes single journey was N98,561.74 in July 2024, showing an increase of 9.65 per cent compared to the previous month (June 2024). “On a YoY basis, the fare rose by 25.12 per cent from N78,775.74 in July 2023.” The recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals a decline in transportation costs despite the federal government’s move…

Manchester United have reached an agreement with PSG for the signing of midfielder Manuel Ugarte. United will pay an initial of £42.2m but the deal could be worth as much as £50.7m (€60m) including performance-related add-ons. He is expected in the UK on Tuesday to have a medical and sign off on personal terms. PSG went into negotiations wanting the £51.1m (€60m) fee they paid Sporting Lisbon last summer before bonuses. The clubs have compromised given the willingness of all parties to get a deal done. United are understood to be happy with the deal that they have struck. Get…

The Ibadan Micra driver, who recently went viral on social media for driving while dressed in female clothing, has shared the reason behind his unconventional choice. In a video circulating on various platforms, the driver can be seen in the outfit while behind the wheel, causing amusement and curiosity among social media users. However, in a new video posted on the Facebook page of Ibadan-based photographer Ayo Adams, the driver explained his reasons for standing out with his attire. Despite his unique appearance, he mentioned that he often faces ridicule from passengers who make fun of him. Get instant and…

Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan has unveiled a fresh set of players and kits for the 2024/25 season. During the event held on Monday, the club introduced eight new players, alongside their home, away, and alternative jerseys. The new signings include goalkeepers Abiodun Akande from Rivers United and Mustapha Lawal from Sunshine Stars, defender Ojietefian Sylvester from Enyimba, and left-back Ikouwem Udom, who joins from Anenir Sportif De la Marsar in Tunisia. Midfielder Abubakar Aliu from Lobi Stars, Adebayo Abayomi from Remo Stars, Bolaji Sakin Simeon from Congolese side AS Otoho, and striker Ayanrinde Samuel, who last played…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) says it has reached an agreement with German tactician Bruno Labbadia to become the Head Coach of the Nigerian Male National Team, Super Eagles. NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, said in the early hours of Tuesday: “The NFF Executive Committee has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee to appoint Mr. Bruno Labbadia as the Head Coach of the Super Eagles. The appointment is with immediate effect.” Labbadia’s immediate challenge is to take charge of the three-time African champions for two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Benin Republic (Saturday…

Emergency responders rescued 136 African migrants from a boat near the Canary Island of El Hierro. The migrants were brought to the La Restinga port aboard a vessel operated by Spain’s sea search and rescue agency. El Hierro, located in the Atlantic Ocean off the African coast, is a frequent destination for migrants attempting the dangerous journey toward Europe. Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, is set to embark on a three-day visit to West Africa on Tuesday to address the surge in migrant arrivals. His tour will include Mauritania, The Gambia, and Senegal, key countries in the current migration crisis.…

Leading financial technology company, OPay, has introduced a groundbreaking security feature known as Nightguard, designed to offer enhanced protection for customers’ funds, especially during vulnerable hours. The launch comes in response to a rising trend in fraudulent financial activities. In a statement issued on Monday, OPay highlighted that financial institutions reported 11,472 fraud cases in Nigeria during the first quarter of 2024, emphasizing the need for advanced security measures to safeguard customers’ funds. The Nightguard feature, a first-of-its-kind in the financial sector, enables users to set a secure timeframe between 11:00 pm and 7:00 am where any transfer attempts will…

Nigeria’s first-ever Olympics medalist, Nojim Maiyegun is dead. This was made known late Monday by an Austria-based ally of the deceased identified as Rudolfine Soultan (Funmilayo) on her Facebook post. The post read, “My Jimylein (Jimmy) is dead. I can’t say more about this right now because it’s just horrible. By the day after tomorrow, we would have been together for 17 years.” Maiyegun became Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic medalist after winning bronze in the men’s light middleweight (71kg) category at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. He was born on February 17, 1941. Get instant and latest news updates via Our WhatsApp…