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Petrol Prices Could Hit N1,500 per Litre by December, Oil Marketers Says

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Oil marketers have highlighted the uncertainty surrounding Nigeria’s petrol prices, explaining that predicting the future cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) is nearly impossible.

Bill Gillis-Harry, President of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN), shared insights into this in a recent discussion, expressing concerns over rising fuel costs and the challenges within the oil and gas sector.

With growing speculation that petrol prices could soar to N1,500 per litre by December, Gillis-Harry emphasized that price fluctuations in Nigeria’s deregulated oil market make it hard to project any stable figures.

He pointed out that the pressing issue shouldn’t just be the price but rather the country’s energy security and ensuring a steady supply of petroleum products.

“Nothing remains the same,” he remarked, underscoring the constant shifts in the industry.

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“We can’t pinpoint a specific figure for December’s fuel prices; instead, we must ensure we have enough stock to maintain our energy security.”

The unpredictability has added pressure to an already strained market, with petrol prices now exceeding N1,030 per litre in several areas nationwide.

The situation has been challenging for Nigerians, who are facing steep costs at the pump.

On October 9, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) raised its pump price in Abuja to N1,030 per litre, up from N897, while other locations saw prices ranging from N1,080 to N1,300 per litre, based on demand and supply in those regions.

In response to the mounting crisis, oil marketers are seeking government intervention to avoid a potential collapse of the petroleum industry.

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They recently requested a N100 billion support package from the federal government, aimed at stabilizing operations and mitigating the financial pressures on petroleum businesses.

This request, they argue, is critical to sustain operations, maintain job security, and manage the ever-changing landscape of Nigeria’s oil sector.


 

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Skype Finally Shuts Down After 22 Years of Connecting People Online

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Skype, once a go-to platform for video and voice calls, is officially shutting down today, May 5, marking the end of its 22-year journey connecting people around the globe. The app was one of the first to revolutionize online communication, offering free calls over the internet long before it became common.

During its prime in the mid-2010s, Skype boasted over 300 million active users each month. Microsoft bought Skype in 2011 for a massive $8.5 billion, planning to make it a key part of its communication tools. However, as newer apps like WhatsApp, Zoom, and even Microsoft’s own Teams grew in popularity, Skype slowly lost its place.

In February, Microsoft announced it would officially shut down Skype on May 5 to focus more on Teams, which now handles most of its communication services. This move affects both free and paid users, although Skype for Business will stick around for a little longer.


 

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United Bank Of Africa, UBA, Delivers 23% Total Dividend for 2024, CEO Promises More to Come

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United Bank of Africa, UBA, pays 171 Billion in total to its shareholders for the 79 percent increase for 2024.

This information was revealed during the 63rd Annual General held on the 25th of April, 2025. The UBA shareholders approved of the 3 naira dividend share, which will com bine with 2 naira interim dividend and will represent a 23 percent total dividend for 2024 in total.

It can be noted that UBA now has the highest Nigerian stocks and the CEO, Oliver Alawuba has assured the shareholders of the dividends that will be paid.”What we can assure our shareholders today is that UBA will continue to pay more dividends.”


 

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Nigerians Cry Out as CBEX Investment Platform Collapses, EFCC Steps In To Investigate

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It has been reported that  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), prepares to look into the recent crash of the popular investment platform, CBEX.

It can be recalled that investment platform, CBEX, recently crashed and caused worry for many users. The public to social media to lament about the crash of the platform and cries out due to their losses.

Popular Nigerian blogger, Innocent Tino shares that he will partner with EFCC for a joint investigation of the downfall of CBEX. It was also shared that a total of #1.3 trillion funds have been lost due to the crash.


 

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