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NNPCL, Dangote Refinery in Talks to Roll Out Cheaper Petrol by September 15
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has confirmed ongoing negotiations with Dangote Refinery for the purchase of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, ahead of the refinery’s planned rollout on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Olufemi Soneye, the spokesperson for NNPCL, shared this during an interview on Thursday.
His comments were in response to a recent statement made by Devakumar Edwin, Vice President of Dangote Industries Limited, who mentioned that local petrol marketers have been avoiding the purchase of fuel from Dangote Refinery, even though it is being offered at lower prices.
Soneye, however, disagreed with the notion that local marketers would boycott a more affordable product.
He expressed optimism that the lower prices being offered by Dangote Refinery would be attractive to the local market, making a boycott improbable.
“I don’t believe local marketers will boycott PMS with lower prices; that seems unlikely,” he said.
He went on to emphasize that NNPCL is currently engaged in discussions with Dangote Refinery to finalize the pricing of petrol, as the company looks forward to the refinery’s official commencement of PMS supply.
“We are currently negotiating prices with Dangote Refinery. We were informed that it would be available by September 15, so we are waiting for that,” Soneye added.
In a previous update, Adedapo Segun, Executive Vice President of NNPCL’s Downstream sector, had confirmed that NNPCL would indeed be lifting petrol from Dangote Refinery once the product becomes available.
This announcement comes on the heels of an early September statement made by the President of Dangote Group, who officially revealed the long-anticipated launch of the refinery’s petrol output.
The success of these negotiations and the timely supply of petrol from Dangote Refinery could mark a significant shift in the Nigerian fuel market.
This collaboration between NNPCL and the refinery is expected to address local fuel demands more efficiently, potentially bringing down prices and reducing Nigeria’s dependence on imported fuel.
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Hamster Kombat Unveils Anti-Cheating Plan
Hamster Kombat has introduced a new anti-cheating strategy to ensure fair play and protect dedicated players. The initiative targets those attempting to manipulate the game for extra benefits, issuing a “cheating is bad” warning that could affect their positions for the airdrop distribution on September 26. The team emphasized the importance of rewarding honest players and creating a secure environment.
As Season 1 of the Telegram-based Web3 game ends on September 20, Hamster Kombat will take a snapshot of the game’s activities to determine airdrop eligibility. The game, which has over 300 million users, is focused on maintaining fairness ahead of its upcoming Season 2 launch.
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Binance Launches ‘Moonbix’ on Telegram
Binance announced the upcoming launch of “Moonbix,” a play-to-earn (P2E) game on Telegram’s Mini App. In this game, players explore galaxies, collect items, and earn crypto rewards. Although the game leaked early, Binance is fine-tuning it for an official release and warned users to stay cautious of impersonation scams.
Telegram Mini Apps, introduced in 2023, have seen massive engagement, with popular apps like Hamster Kombat driving crypto adoption. Telegram’s integration with The Open Network (TON) has further contributed to this growth.
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Nigeria Earned $1.2bn from Telecom Licenses, Says Obasanjo
The Federal Government generated around $1.2 billion from telecom license fees during the early stages of mobile technology in Nigeria, with major operators like MTN, Globacom, Econet (now Airtel), and Etisalat (now 9mobile) contributing to the sum.
These fees were instrumental in laying the foundation for the country’s telecom industry, which officially began in 2000.
The sector has since become a key driver of Nigeria’s economic growth.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo highlighted this achievement during a book launch held in Lagos on Tuesday.
He reflected on how the licensing of these operators marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s technological and economic development, allowing the country to leap into the era of mobile communication.
Obasanjo acknowledged the critical role these funds played in shaping the telecom industry, which has become one of the most significant sectors in the nation’s economy today.
The successful auction of these telecom licenses provided the capital necessary to build the infrastructure and networks that have connected millions of Nigerians, driving economic activity and fostering innovation across various industries.
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