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Namibia: Offshore Safety a Must/in /by
[New Era] Swakopmund -- Urgent action is needed to improve offshore safety in Namibia's growing oil and gas sector as any lapse in health, safety and environmental standards could derail the country's energy ambitions.
Namibia: Police Chief Lashes Out At Illegal Angolan Fuel Traders At Oshikango Border/in /by
[Namibian] Police inspector general Joseph Shikongo on Saturday lashed out at illegal Angolan fuel traders, also known as 'ngungula' traders, who are allegedly disrespecting him as the chief of the police.
Liberia: Nocal Seeks Investments in Oil Sector/in /by
[Liberian Observer] In a determined stride toward unlocking Liberia's oil and gas potential, the leadership of the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) over the weekend concluded a high-level engagement with top Nigerian business leaders and energy executives.
Malawi: Kayelekera Turns to Costly Diesel As Malawi’s Power Woes Delay Grid Connection/in /by
[Nyasa Times] Kayelekera Uranium Mine in Karonga, set to resume production under Lotus Resources Limited, will initially rely on expensive diesel-powered generators due to Malawi's persistent electricity supply challenges and delays in national grid connection.
Nigeria: NUPRC Pledges Support As Exxonmobil Commits to $1.5bn Deepwater Investment/in /by
[This Day] Abuja -- ExxonMobil has affirmed its long-term commitment to Nigeria's oil and gas sector with a planned investment of 1.5 billion dollars in deepwater exploration and development, putting to rest the company's rumoured planned exit from the country.
West Africa: The Terrorist Threat Spills Beyond the Sahel – Benin Sounds the Alarm/in /by
[Daily Trust] The recent terrorist attacks in Benin have become a troubling signal: the threat of terrorism is no longer confined to the Sahel region. Jihadist groups are expanding their reach -- if previously they concentrated on Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, now countries further south are under attack.
Nigeria: Gov Radda Hails Appointment of Bagiwa As NNPCL Commercial Director/in /by
[Premium Times] "Her elevation not only brings honour to Katsina State but also reinforces our long-standing tradition of producing exceptional leaders who contribute significantly to national development," Governor Radda stated.
Africa: OPEC Approves Hike in Oil Production Despite Weak Prices/in /by
[Daily Trust] The Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has agreed to increase oil production for the second time in two months, adding 411,000 barrels per day to its production quota in June.
Nigeria: Fresh Oil Spill in Rivers Community, As Group Alleges Massive Destruction/in /by
[Vanguard] ...Calls On NOSDRA for urgent intervention
Nigeria: Shell Considering Acquisition of BP in Landmark Deal – Report/in /by
[This Day] Abuja -- Shell Plc is working with advisers to evaluate a potential acquisition of rival BP Plc, though it is waiting for further stock and oil price declines before deciding whether to pursue a bid, Bloomberg News has reported, citing people familiar with the matter.