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Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price to N1,275/Litre, Diesel to N1,950
[Leadership] The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised its gantry price of petrol to N1,275 per litre and that of diesel to N1,950 per litre, marking a fresh increase in fuel costs that could trigger higher pump prices across the country.
Kenya: ODM Expresses ‘Outrage’ Over Fuel Saga, Urging Impartial Graft Fight
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Tuesday expressed "profound outrage" over the unfolding fuel procurement scandal, calling for a full and impartial fight against graft while commending the government for the swift probe.
Somalia: Somalia Awaits Arrival of Turkish Oil Drilling Ship in Landmark Energy Move
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- A wave of excitement is building across Somalia as the country prepares to welcome the Turkish-owned drilling vessel Cagri Bey, expected to arrive in Mogadishu starting April 9.
Nigeria: Petan, Akwa Ibom Govt Sign MOU On Oil, Gas Asset Development
[Vanguard] The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Akwa Ibom State Government for the joint development of oil and gas assets in the state, in a move aimed at boosting investment, infrastructure development, and indigenous participation in Nigeria's energy sector.
Nigeria: Itsekiri Youths Call for Careful Management of Pipeline Surveillance Contracts in Niger Delta
[Vanguard] The Itsekiri Youths for Good Governance (IYGG) has urged the federal government to ensure careful management and oversight of pipeline surveillance contracts in the Niger Delta to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
South Africa: South Africa Faces Diesel Crisis As Middle East Imports Hit 80%
[Scrolla] South Africa gets 80% of diesel from the Middle East since Iran blocked fuel exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Local fuel prices are rising because India added a new tax of R3.90 for every litre of imported diesel fuel.
Nigeria: Why Nigeria Is Borrowing Despite Subsidy Removal – Budget Office
[Daily Trust] The Budget Office of the Federation has said Nigeria's continued borrowing to fund its budget should not be seen as a weakness, noting that many countries rely on borrowing to bridge fiscal gaps.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Ships 17 Petrol Cargoes to African Countries As Global Supply Tightens
[This Day] The Dangote refinery, Africa's largest, has increased export of petrol and urea to African countries hit by supply disruptions caused by the Iran war, its owner, Aliko Dangote said yesterday.
Nigeria: Middle East War – How Countries Are Responding to Oil Price Shock & What Nigeria Must Do
[Premium Times] The Middle East conflict has triggered a sharp rise in global oil prices, forcing governments worldwide to adopt emergency measures to shield their economies.
Africa: All of Africa Today – April 7, 2026
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