Atiku rejects FG’s OPL 245 dispute resolution claim, warns against NNPCL JV asset sale
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed the federal government’s claim that the OPL 245 dispute has been resolved, insisting the case remains before the courts. Atiku described President Tinubu’s administration’s statement as misleading, citing a pre-action notice by Malabu Oil as evidence that the matter is still unresolved. He warned that excluding key stakeholders […]
Those peddling false claims are facing trial — NUPENG dismisses leadership tussle
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has dismissed reports of a leadership tussle within the union, describing such claims as false and deliberately misleading. The union said there is no crisis in its leadership structure, insisting that its national officers were duly elected through a transparent process. According to NUPENG, individuals […]
NUPENG Declares Oshiomhole ‘Persona Non Grata’
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has officially declared Senator Adams Oshiomhole a persona non grata over his recent comments criticizing the union’s leadership and operations. In a strong statement, NUPENG accused the former Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) president and former Edo State Governor of making “disrespectful and misleading” remarks about […]
Dangote-backed New Trucking Company Writes NUPENG, Says Drivers Reject NUPENG
A newly established trucking company supported by Dangote has formally written to the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), stating that its drivers have rejected membership in the union. The letter emphasized that the drivers prefer to work independently without union affiliation. The company explained that the decision was driven by the […]
Our Drivers Earn More Than Graduates, Four Times Minimum Wage’ – Dangote
Aliko Dangote, the President of Dangote Group, has revealed that truck drivers working for his company earn more than many Nigerian graduates. Speaking on Arise Television on Tuesday, Dangote said his drivers are paid nearly four times the national minimum wage. He explained that their pay and benefits are far better than what many graduates […]
NUPENG suspends strike
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has suspended its nationwide strike that began after a dispute with the Dangote Group. Earlier this week, the union declared an industrial action to protest the company’s refusal to allow its employees to become members of NUPENG. The strike was called off after both sides […]
Fuel scarcity looms as NUPENG begins nationwide strike Monday
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has announced that its members will embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025. The union explained that the move is in protest against alleged anti-labour practices connected to the use of newly imported Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks from Dangote Refinery. In […]
FG Bans Night Driving For Fuel Tankers
The Federal Government of Nigeria has decided to stop fuel tankers from driving at night. This new rule comes from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). Farouk Ahmed, the head of NMDPRA, spoke about this rule in Lagos during a safety program for fuel tanker drivers. The event was organized with help […]
NUPENG, PENGASSAN kicks against external staff recruitment by NNPCL management
Two major oil workers’ unions in Nigeria, NUPENG and PENGASSAN, are unhappy with a recent decision made by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). The unions are upset because the company’s new leadership plans to hire top managers from outside instead of promoting existing staff. This follows the recent appointment of Mr. Bayo Ojulari […]