National Oil Corporation:
NILEPET Leadership Advances Institutional Reform Amid Regional Challenges

National Oil Corporation:
NILEPET Leadership advances institutional reform amid regional challenges. ​JUBA, South Sudan — February 13, 2026 — The Public Relations Department of Nile Petroleum Corporation (NILEPET) wishes to address the recent circulation of reports targeting the reputation of the National Oil Corporation.

​On Inaccurate and Outdated Reporting back to 2013 _ 2019:

NILEPET notes with concern that several reports currently being circulated rely on data from over a decade ago. We categorically state that information from ten years ago cannot be used to evaluate the operational reality of today. Furthermore, we clarify that the absence of a published audit at this specific moment does not, in any way, justify unfounded allegations of financial misconduct.

We urge the media and international observers to exercise restraint and maintain professional standards, as spreading misinformation only serves to damage the nation’s reputation.
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Leadership and Staff Welfare

Under the visionary leadership of Managing Director Emmanuel Athiei Ayual, the current management team is working tirelessly to restore institutional integrity. This new era of leadership began with a firm commitment to the people of South Sudan.
​In the last 100 days alone, the management has successfully launched intensive programs focused on staff welfare and technical capacity building.

This internal transformation is not a one-time event, but a continuous process of meeting international corporate standards. By investing in our employees, we are ensuring that NILEPET remains a competitive and professional player on the global stage.

Operationa Resilience in Times of Crisis

Despite the severe logistical and economic challenges posed by the ongoing war in neighbouring Sudan, NILEPET continues to work hard to produce oil and stabilise the national budget. Our commitment to the Republic of South Sudan is unwavering.

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​The fact that our international partners continue to work seamlessly with NILEPET within the DPOC, SPOC, and GPOC JOCs is a clear sign of collective responsibility and trust. It is a testament to our good management that oil production has been maintained, ensuring the country remains economically resilient during these difficult times.

A Message to Stakeholders

MD Emmanuel Athiei Ayual and his management team are dedicated to a transparent and professional future. We assure the public, our international partners, and global finance indicators that we are restoring the situation with urgency. NILEPET will provide all necessary information and progress updates in due time as we continue to professionalise our operations.

​We remain the cornerstone of South Sudan’s economy, moving forward with integrity and a focus on national development.
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The Department of Public Relations
Nile Petroleum Corporation (NILEPET)
Juba, South Sudan

U.S. Congress Proposes Visa Ban, Asset Freeze Against Kwankwaso, Others For Promoting Massacre Of Christians In Nigeria

U.S. Congress proposes visa ban, asset freeze against Kwankwaso, Others for promoting massacre of Christians in Nigeria. The bill named violators such as the Fulani ethnic nomad militia, Mr Kwankwaso, and Miyetti Allah members to the State Department.

The U.S. Congress has proposed a visa ban and asset freeze against former Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, members of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore and other Fulani groups, among a slew of sanctions meant to pressure the Nigerian government into ending the alleged persecution of Christians.

The Congress identified Mr Kwankwaso and Miyetti Allah groups as the unrepentant violators masterminding attacks on the Christian faithful in northern Nigeria in the bill submitted on Tuesday.

Chris Smith, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Africa Subcommittee, and Riley Moore submitted a proposed bill, the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026, to the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday, suggesting sanctions to keep President Bola Tinubu’s government on its toes.

The bill is aimed at mounting pressure on Mr Tinubu’s administration to curtail the targeted ki1lings of Christians, which Mr Trump has repeatedly called a “genocide”.

“The Department of State and the Department of Treasury should impose targeted sanctions, including visa bans and asset freezes under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, on individuals and entities responsible for severe religious violations,” stated the bill proposed by Republican representatives Messrs Smith and Moore.

The bill named violators such as “Fulani ethnic nomad militia, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Kano governor, Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore” to the State Department.

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The bill chronicled incidents of religious violations, citing the Plateau massacre in October 2025 and the death sentence of Sunday Jackson, a farmer who spent a decade in prison and was on death row for killing a Fulani herder in self-defence. He was pardoned in 2025 after the U.S. government intervened.

Messrs Smith and Moore further proposed that the State Department scrutinise the activities of Fulani militias to determine whether the U.S. should consider them a foreign terrorist organisation.

The congressmen further called on the State Department to investigate sponsors of the Fulani militias and hold them to account.

President Donald Trump redesignated Nigeria a ‘country of particular concern’ over the alleged genocide of Christians in 2025. He blamed Mr Tinubu’s administration for not protecting the Christians in the West African nation.
On Christmas Day, the U.S. launched airstrikes in Sokoto to bomb terrorists’ hideouts, an operation Nigeria’s first lady Remi Tinubu called “a blessing”.

Meanwhile, Mr Trump has announced plans to deploy 200 U.S. soldiers to Nigeria to support the West African country’s counter-terrorism efforts.

NIDCOM Boss Congratulates Nigerians On Their Historic Wins Of 2026 Grammy

NIDCOM Boss congratulates Nigerians on their historic wins of 2026 Grammy. Abuja, Feb. 10, 2026:
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has congratulated three outstanding Nigerians, Shaboozey (born Collins Obinna Chibueze), Tyler, the Creator (born Tyler Gregory Okonma), and Cynthia Erivo (born Cynthia Chinasaokwu Onyedinmanazu Amarachukwu Owezuke Echimino Erivo), on their historic wins at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

Dabiri-Erewa described their achievements on one of the world’s most prestigious cultural platforms as a powerful reflection of the creativity, excellence, and global impact of Nigerians and people of Nigerian heritage across the diaspora. She noted that their victories are not only personal accomplishments but moments of collective pride for Nigeria.

While also acknowledging the immense contributions and global recognition of Nigerian-based artistes such as Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid, amongst others.

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Dabiri-Erewa stressed that Shaboozey, Tyler Okonma, and Cynthia Erivo, names, family histories, and ancestral origins remain unmistakably Nigerian. Through their work, she said, they continue to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural influence to the world.

She therefore called on the media, cultural institutions, and Nigerians at home and abroad to adopt a broader and more inclusive understanding of national pride, one that celebrates Nigerian excellence wherever it is found.

Recognising Nigerians in the diaspora, she added, strengthens national unity, boosts global respect for Nigeria, and inspires future generations.