Energy

FG to Deploy 7 Million Smart Meters to End Estimated Billing

In a bold push to modernize Nigeria’s electricity sector, the Federal Government has announced plans ...

NNPC Ltd and First EP JV Achieve 96% Reduction in Gas Flaring in Niger Delta

NNPC Ltd and First EP JV achieve a 96% reduction in gas flaring in Bayelsa ...

President Tinubu Attends African Energy Leaders’ Summit in Tanzania

President Tinubu attends the African Energy Leaders’ Summit in Tanzania to discuss strategies for transforming ...

Petrol Price Surges to ₦990 in Abuja, Independent Marketers Urge Calm

Petrol prices in Nigeria surge to ₦990 per liter in Abuja and ₦965 in Lagos ...

Senegal Embarks on $8.7 Million Energy Efficiency Lighting Project

Senegal launches a $8.7 million energy efficiency project to improve lighting, reduce energy consumption, and ...

Oil Prices Fluctuate Amid Dollar Strength and Supply Concerns

Oil prices rise to near three-month highs, with Brent trading at $76, as a stronger ...

SERAP Calls on NNPCL to Account for N825bn and $2.5bn in Alleged Missing Funds

SERAP demands that NNPCL account for N825bn and $2.5bn allocated for refinery repairs, citing concerns ...

Senegal Launches West Africa’s Largest Solar Farm

Senegal has officially launched West Africa's largest solar farm, enhancing its renewable energy capacity to ...

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August 16th is the day in 1920 that Ray Chapman of the Cleveland Indians is hit on the head by a fastball thrown by Carl Mays of the New York Yankees, and dies early the next day.

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