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US Assures Edo Of Benefiting From Trade With Nigeria

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4 years ago

June 19, 2022

Miami Trade Missionaries from District 2, Miami Florida, at the weekend, said Edo State would benefit from the $3.2bn worth of investment annually from the United States of America and Nigeria’s bilateral trade relations.

The Miami Commissioner, Jean Monestime, led a 40-man delegation to Edo State on bilateral trade relations.

He said the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, as well as Lagos and Edo states would benefit from aviation, tourism, and cultural investments to build on the US and Nigeria’s existing trade relationships.

He said, “The United States and Nigeria currently trade more than $3.2 billion. I do not think that this pie is big enough for Edo State to receive its fair share of trade and Commerce with Miami Dade County.

“I have learnt a little about the rich culture that you have here. So, we look forward to you bringing your delegation to Miami.

“So, you can basically share with us your thoughts about how you desire to promote this great state – Edo, and how the exchanges may continue between Miami Dade and Edo State.

“We have amongst us, different business owners. We are not here to transact ourselves, but to transact business and tell you about the values that we have that you can take advantage of which will be beneficial to your state, Nigeria, and the United States.”

Continuing, the commissioner said, “Honourable guests, we are here (Edo) on a business development mission. We have a diverse workforce and more than 52 per cent of our workforce residents are foreign.

Responding, the Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, expressed gratitude to the delegation for the trade mission and gave a brief history of how the talk between the state and Miami Dade County began towards diversifying the economy of the state.

He highlighted the huge potential of the state and the steps that the government had taken toward the reduction of unemployment.

The governor noted that his administration had built infrastructure and raised youths in line with his campaign promises to the electorate.

“We are looking inward to galvanise opportunities, exchange, and look out to our brothers in America. For us, culture is powerful. Our dream is to make Edo State the Culture Capital of Africa. Rabat in Morocco is the beginning of the journey, Ghana is the gateway and Nigeria is the destination.”

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Naira Continues Gain Against US Dollar As Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Climb To $45.57bn

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2 days ago

January 6, 2026

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The Naira appreciated further against the United States Dollar at the official foreign exchange market, beginning the week on a good note.

Central Bank of Nigeria data showed that the Naira strengthened on Monday to N1,429.31 per dollar, up from N1,430.85 exchanged on Friday, 2 January 2026.

This means that the Naira gained N1.56 against the dollar on Monday when compared to N1,430.85 last week Friday.

At the black market, the Naira dropped by N5 to N1480 per dollar on Monday, down from N1475 traded Friday.

The development comes as the country’s external reserves rose to $45.57 billion as of Friday last week.

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NNPCL Reduces Fuel Price Again

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2 days ago

January 5, 2026

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has again reduced its premium motor spirit price.

In Abuja, on Monday morning, it was gathered that NNPCL retail outlets have reduced their fuel price to N815 per liter, down from N835.

This means that the NNPCL filling stations cut their price by N20.

The fresh price has been implemented at NNPCL filling stations in Wuse Zone 6 and 4 Abuja, Keffi-Abuja Road, and Kubwa Expressway.

An NNPCL filling station attendant, who preferred anonymity, told DAILY POST that the new price was implemented on Sunday evening.

However, the N815 per liter is N79 higher than the N739 per liter sold at Dangote Refinery’s backed MRS filling stations nationwide.

DAILY POST recalls that NNPCL on December 19, 2025, cut its price of petrol by N80 to N835 amid a price war among players in the country’s oil downstream sector triggered by Dangote Refinery’s gantry price reduction to N699 per liter.

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NNPCL Announces Restoration Of Escravos-Lagos Pipeline

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1 week ago

December 30, 2025

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced the complete restoration of the Escravos-Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in Warri, Delta State, following the recent explosion on the asset.

The chief corporate communications officer (CCCO) of the nation’s oil company, Andy Odeh, in a statement, said that the pipeline is fully operational, reiterating the company’s resilience and commitment to energy security.

“NNPC Limited is pleased to announce the successful restoration of the Escravos-Lagos Pipeline System (ELPS) in Warri, Delta State.

“Following the unexpected explosion on December 10, 2025, we immediately activated our emergency response, deployed coordinated containment measures, and worked tirelessly with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the damaged section was repaired, pressure-tested, and safely recommissioned.

“Today, the pipeline is fully operational, reaffirming our resilience and commitment to energy security. This achievement was made possible through the unwavering support of our host communities, the guidance of regulators, the vigilance of security agencies, and the dedication of our partners and staff.

“Together, we turned a challenging moment into a success story, restoring operations in record time while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.

“As we move forward, NNPC Limited remains steadfast in its pledge to protect our environment, safeguard our communities, and maintain the integrity and reliability of our assets. Thank you for your trust as we continue to power progress for Nigeria and beyond,” the statement read.