December 10, 2024
[GIST] U.S. mission invests $1.2m to preserve culture, says Consulate
GIST Latest news Today newsPublic Affairs Officer, United States Consulate in Lagos, Julie McKay, has said the United States Mission in Nigeria has invested over $1.2 million to help Nigerians preserve their culture.
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December 9, 2024
[GIST] Yobe gets council on erosion control, climate change
GIST Latest news Today newsThe Yobe State government has inaugurated an Erosion Control and Climate Change (YECCC) council to mitigate carbon emission and environmental degradation.
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December 8, 2024
Music: Manfesto - Steady Balling
[GIST] Taylor Swift's record-breaking 'Eras' tour set for final show
GIST Latest news Today newsTaylor Swift's record-shattering "Eras Tour" is set to end on Sunday in Vancouver with the final performance of a cultural phenomenon that has easily become the highest-grossing musical tour in history. The globe-spanning event kicked off in the US state of Arizona on March 17, 2023. When it ends in the Canadian city this weekend, […]
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[GIST] Gov. Alia awards scholarships to 44 first-class graduates of BSU
GIST Latest news Today newsGov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue has awarded scholarships to 44 first-class graduates of the Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi. Alia made the disclosure at the 22nd, 23rd, and 24th combined convocation of the institution on Saturday in Makurdi. The governor said that the beneficiaries were each given an automatic scholarship to proceed on a master’s […]
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December 7, 2024
NUPRC Hosts U.S. Delegation For Collaboration On Methane Abatement, Among Others
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) recently welcomed representatives from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources and Deloitte to enhance cooperation on reducing methane emissions, advancing decarbonization, and improving emissions management within Nigeria’s upstream sector.
During this gathering, NUPRC's Chief Executive, Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, highlighted the enduring partnership between Nigeria and the United States, which encompasses numerous areas, including energy collaboration. He emphasized the current administration's dedication, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to fortify bilateral ties, especially in the energy field.
Engr. Komolafe noted that, reflecting President Tinubu’s vision, the Commission is actively working to strengthen Nigeria-U.S. relations through strategic cooperation on energy projects and partnerships rooted in common climate goals.
Addressing decarbonization efforts, Engr. Komolafe described NUPRC's initiatives aimed at lowering carbon emissions. He mentioned the establishment of the Energy Sustainability and Carbon Management Division as a testament to the Commission’s commitment to a sustainable energy future. Additionally, he noted ongoing collaboration with multilateral agencies, development institutions, and U.S.-based entities like the U.S. Department of Energy and the Net-Zero World Initiative, reinforcing their dedication to joint efforts on energy and climate issues.
Moreover, Engr. Komolafe pointed to the development of a dynamic regulatory framework aimed at reducing gas flaring and emissions in Nigeria's upstream sector. This effort led to the release of the 2022 methane management guidelines and the 2023 Flaring and Venting Regulations.