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Petrol Scarcity Looms As National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) Continues Strike

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Scarcity of petroleum products may soon hit the country as members of the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) continue their strike on Tuesday after negotiations between the Federal Government, organised labour, and the Dangote Group hit a roadblock late Monday in Abuja.

This came as NUPENG officials stopped fuel loading activities across depots nationwide on Monday, and kicked against Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s alleged ban on workers’ unionism...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.

Talks broke down after Sayyu Dantata, who represented the Dangote Group, reportedly walked out on Labour Minister Muhammad Dingyadi and the labour delegation during discussions over the unionisation of Dangote Refinery workers.

The meeting had in attendance the national executives of NUPENG and officials of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). Also present was the Executive Director, Distribution Systems, Storage and Retailing Infrastructure of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Ogbugo Ukoha, as well as representatives of the Dangote Group and MRS Petroleum.

The meeting was co-chaired by Dingyadi and the Minister of State for Labour, Nkeiru Onyejeocha.

Briefing journalists after the meeting, Dingyadi admitted the talks collapsed.

“There are issues we have not been able to reach a final agreement on. Since it was getting late and some of the parties were travelling to Lagos, we had to call off the meeting until tomorrow. But I am confident that by tomorrow, we should be able to resolve these issues,” Dingyadi said.

The NLC, however, accused the Dangote representative of deliberately frustrating negotiations.

“Even when we bent backwards to accommodate his uncompromising behaviour, he still walked out. We are left with no option but to do the needful. The strike action continues,” the acting Secretary of the NLC, Benson Upah, said.

NUPENG President Williams Akporeha said the union’s action was in defence of Nigerian workers, accusing Dangote of attempting to “enslave” employees.

“We cannot stand by and see an investor monopolise not just the system but even the workers. Nigerians have wished him well, but we will not allow him to enslave them,” he alleged.

The NLC had earlier issued an alert to FG and the Dangote Group, alleging “crude and dangerous anti-union practices, monopolistic agenda and indecent industrial relations strategies” at Dangote companies.

It warned that such policies violate Section 40 of the Constitution, the Labour Act, and International Labour Organisation conventions ratified by Nigeria.

NUPENG had on Friday declared its intention to stop loading fuel this week over allegations that the Dangote Refinery planned to ban the drivers recruited for its 4,000 trucks from joining the union.

Although NUPENG President, Akporeha, on Sunday confirmed that the FG had reached out to the union on the need to avert the strike, he insisted that the industrial action would continue.

The National President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), Billy Gillis-Harry, also told Channels Television when he appeared as a guest on The Morning Brief, that the FG was in talks with the unions.

Gillis-Harry, however, maintained that its members were against market monopoly.

Meanwhile, the association had, in a statement signed by the National Public Relations Officer, Joseph Obele, said the PETROAN had given a three-day notice for its planned suspension of lifting and dispensing of petroleum products with effect from Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

As of Monday morning, Channels Television gathered that there was full compliance with the no-fuel-lifting directive.

In Rivers State, Channels Television confirmed that product scarcity is beginning to sweep across the state as NUPENG members have boycotted loading at the depots.

Sources at Lagos depots also said product loading has stopped across the state. Gates were shut at Aiteo, RainOil, Shell+, First Royal, and MAO, Hensmor, One Terminals, Africa Terminals, Integrated Oil and Gas, and other depots in Lagos. Also, A&E, Matrix, Parker AY Shafa, and other depots in Warri joined the strike.

Akporeha told Channels Television that there was “100 per cent compliance across the nation.”

Although the effect of the strike was not felt by Nigerians on Monday, stakeholders feared that the continuous shutdown of the depots would lead to fuel scarcity.

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New CBN BVN Rules: 5 Things Nigerians Must Know From May 1

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new Bank Verification Number (BVN) rules effective from May 1, 2026, aimed at reducing fraud, especially SIM swap and identity theft cases. The regulations include stricter controls on phone number changes, age restrictions, device limits, and temporary account restrictions for suspicious activities. Here is a simple breakdown of what you need to know.

One phone number change in a lifetime – Customers can only change the phone number linked to their BVN once. Choose carefully.
24-hour watchlist for suspicious BVNs – Banks can temporarily restrict accounts flagged for suspicious activity while investigations are conducted.
BVN registration is now for adults only – Only individuals aged 18 and above can independently register for a BVN. Minors require guardian-linked arrangements.
One device per banking app – You can only use your banking app on one device at a time. Switching devices triggers a 24-hour transaction limit of N20,000.
Authorised channels only – BVN services are now limited to CBN-approved banks and financial institutions. Avoid third-party apps or unofficial agents.

The new rules may feel strict, but they are designed to protect your money and reduce fraud. Be more careful with your phone number, devices, and banking activities to avoid unnecessary restrictions...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.

Sources: Nigerian Tribune

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‘Nigeria is a safe country’ Reno Omokri Tells Portuguese Ambassador Who Drives Nigeria Highways Without Escort, Calls Trips Safe

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The Portuguese Ambassador to Nigeria has driven from Abuja to Bauchi and back without a security escort, describing the journeys as “very normal” and safe. Reno Omokri shared a video of the ambassador, praising Nigeria’s overall safety under President Tinubu. The ambassador also reportedly drove from Enugu to Abuja without incident. However, critics point to over 1,000 abductions since January 2026 and frequent highway kidnappings, questioning the safety claims.

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Critics noted bandit attacks in Bauchi and other regions.
Many questioned why top Nigerian officials don’t take the same unescorted routes.
The ambassador acknowledged “some localized issues” but highlighted safety overall.
Over 1.5 million safe visitors to Lagos during the December holidays were cited.
Social media users expressed a divide between official accounts and citizens’ realities...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.

The ambassador’s experience contrasts sharply with the lived reality of many Nigerians.

Sources: X

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Nigerians Convicted in $215m Global Email Fraud

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More than 1,000 victims across 19 countries were defrauded of about $215 million in a sprawling business email compromise scheme, leading to convictions of Nigerian nationals, the US attorney’s office has said. Twenty-five defendants were convicted on April 24. Among them were four Nigerian nationals and five naturalised US citizens of Nigerian descent. The scheme involved hacking email accounts and crafting fraudulent payment requests.

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Victims were located in the US, UK, Germany, UAE, Australia, and 14 other countries.
One victim’s business sent $2.7 million to a shell company account.
Seized items included luxury watches worth over $215,000 and a Georgia residence.
The FBI, US Postal Inspection Service, and Border Patrol conducted the investigation.
A Chicago-area money service business owner was a co-defendant...TAP TO CONTINUE FULL READING.

Each defendant’s sentence will be determined based on their role and criminal history.

Sources: The Cable, Punch

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