The recent export of jet fuel to Europe marks a monumental moment for Dangote refinery igniting hope for Nigeria and Africa’s energy independence. No longer just an importer, the refinery is creating a blueprint for how the continent could become a self-reliant petroleum powerhouse. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | …
Read More »Newly commissioned Dangote Refinery to redefine Africa’s oil industry
Africa’s largest oil refinery goes live in Nigeria as the continent’s largest oil producer seeks to cut fuel importation costs. The refinery promises to turn Nigeria from a net importer to a net exporter of refined oil. SPECIAL FEATURE | BIRD AGENCY | In a ceremony attended by heads of …
Read More »Even Dangote feels the pinch as Nigeria’s forex crisis hurts business
Lagos, Nigeria | AFP | Nigeria’s currency scarcity remains a nightmare that won’t go away, with even Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote feeling the pain. The West African country’s economy has been hammered by the global crash in oil prices — worth 70 per cent of its revenue and the …
Read More »Kagame ready to lead Africa on SDGs
President Paul Kagame on Sept. 20, while speaking on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, appealed to fellow leaders to foster inclusive growth and prosperity of all citizens. Kagame was chairing the 3rd board meeting for the SDG Center for Africa when he made the remarks, …
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