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New Report on Dangote Refinery’s Diesel Quality Expected On Monday
The Nigerian Government has announced that a new report regarding the sulfur content in diesel produced by the Dangote Refinery will be released on Monday.
This update comes after a recent dispute between the refinery’s owner, Aliko Dangote, and Farouk Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of the Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA).
George Ene-Ita, a spokesperson for NMDPRA, stated that the regulatory body has a team of approximately 15 engineers and scientists working directly within the Dangote Refinery.
He emphasized that the upcoming report will provide a comprehensive analysis of the diesel’s sulfur content. Ene-Ita also highlighted that NMDPRA has fulfilled its regulatory duties and is not interested in engaging in public disputes with the refinery.
Last week, Ahmed had claimed that the Dangote Refinery was not yet authorized to operate and criticized the quality of its petroleum products.
He noted that the sulfur content of products from Dangote Refinery, along with other smaller modular refineries such as Watersmith and Aradel, ranged between 650 and 1,200 parts per million (PPM), which he argued was inferior compared to imported petroleum products.
In response, Dangote refuted Ahmed’s claims, asserting that the refinery’s products were of high quality. He called for an independent assessment to verify the quality of their products.
Dangote criticized the current testing procedures, suggesting that the results of imported products might be manipulated and that independent testing would reveal different outcomes.
This statement was made during a tour of the Dangote Refinery with Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbass, and other senior lawmakers.
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.
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.
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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