Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

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Monopoly Fears Rise as Dangote Refinery Dominates Nigeria’s ₦14.4 Trillion Petrol Market

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Fresh debates are emerging within Nigeria’s energy sector as industry experts warn that the country’s petrol market—estimated at about ₦14.4 trillion annually—is increasingly coming under the influence of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, raising concerns about market concentration and pricing power. The development follows recent policy shifts and market realities that have significantly reduced the role…

Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price by ₦100

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Yesterday, Dangote Petroleum Refinery reduced its ex‑gantry petrol price by ₦100 per litre, bringing it down to ₦1,075 per litre from the earlier ₦1,175 per litre. This adjustment marks the first downward revision after a recent series of price increases that had pushed petrol prices sharply higher. The company also cut the diesel price at…

FG Begins Evacuation of Willing Nigerians in Iran via Armenia Border

The Federal Government has commenced the evacuation of Nigerians who are willing to leave Iran as tensions continue to rise in parts of the Middle East. The development was confirmed on Tuesday by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, who disclosed that Nigerian diplomatic officials in…

IMN Counters Israeli Envoy, Denies Allegations of Iran-Backed Terrorism in Nigeria

Politics5 days ago49Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN) has rejected claims that it receives support from Iran to promote terrorism within Nigeria, describing the allegation as unfounded. The rebuttal followed remarks made by Michael Freeman, Israel’s Ambassador to Nigeria, who alleged that the Iranian government sponsors Islamic movements across Nigeria and other parts of West Africa as…

Nigeria Police Expand Counter-Terrorism Capacity, Approve New Operational Bases

Politics5 days ago42Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Nigeria Police Force has announced a major expansion of its counter-terrorism operations, approving the establishment of new operational bases and the deployment of additional personnel to strengthen the country’s internal security architecture. The move forms part of a broader strategy aimed at enhancing the police force’s ability to respond swiftly to emerging security threats,…

Tinubu Constitutes Committee to Address Nigeria’s Power Grid Challenges

Business and Economy, PoliticsMarch 7, 202654Views 0Likes 0Comments

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has constituted a high-level committee to tackle persistent challenges within Nigeria’s national power grid, in a move aimed at strengthening electricity transmission and improving power supply across the country. The initiative is expected to work through the Grid Assets Management Company (GAMCO) framework, which the Federal Government plans to utilise as…

Federal Government Links NYSC Eligibility to NERDC Compliance

PoliticsMarch 6, 202646Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Federal Government has announced new measures aimed at strengthening standards within Nigeria’s education system, declaring that graduates from institutions not recognised by the National Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) will no longer be eligible for participation in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme. The development was disclosed by the Minister of Education,…

COAS Engages Traditional Leaders, Intensifies Offensive to Consolidate Peace in Benue

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, visited the palaces of traditional rulers in Benue State as part of a strategic operational tour of the North Central region. The visit forms part of renewed efforts by the Nigerian Army to strengthen collaboration with community leadership and…

FG Imposes Six-Year BAN on Establishment of New Tertiary Institutions

PoliticsMarch 4, 202636Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Federal Government has approved a six-year moratorium on the establishment of new universities, polytechnics and colleges of education across the country. The decision was reached on Wednesday during a meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) presided over by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Briefing State House correspondents after the…

COAS Tasks NASME Makurdi on Rigorous Training to Boost Combat Effectiveness

(Source: Nigerian Army Official Release) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has directed the Nigerian Army School of Military Engineering (NASME), Makurdi, to sustain rigorous, mission-oriented training aimed at producing highly competent combat engineers for the Nigerian Army. The directive was issued on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, during the Army Chief’s…

UNICEF Strengthens Partnership with Benue SUBEB to Drive BRACE-UP Education Initiative

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing basic education in Benue State following a strategic needs assessment visit to the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. The UNICEF delegation, led by International Consultant Michelle Boujikian, engaged SUBEB officials in high-level discussions focused on improving…

Cristiano Ronaldo Departs Saudi Arabia Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly departed Saudi Arabia overnight as security concerns intensify across parts of the Middle East. Sources close to the situation indicate that the Al Nassr forward left the Kingdom amid escalating regional tensions that have prompted heightened security measures and growing caution among foreign nationals. While no official statement…