2026 OTC Opened On 4th May, At NRG Park In Houston, Texas

The 2026 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) opened on Monday, 4 May, at NRG Park in Houston, Texas, bringing together energy professionals and policymakers from over 100 countries for one of the world’s foremost offshore energy events.

NNPC Limited’s Chief Financial Officer, Dapo Segun, and Executive Vice President, Upstream, Udy Ntia, joined the Commission Chief Executive, Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, to formally open the Nigerian Pavilion at the Conference.

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At the General Session, President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, delivered the opening address, calling on global energy leaders to shift the industry’s central debate from energy transition to energy balance.

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NNPC Limited’s participation at OTC 2026 reinforces its position as Africa’s leading national oil company and underscores its continued engagement with the global energy community at the highest strategic and industry levels.

ICPC Received Vice Chancellor Of Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri, On A Courtesy Visit

Borno State Office of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has received Professor Babagana Gana Gutti, Vice Chancellor of Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri, on a courtesy visit aimed at deepening institutional collaboration in the fight against corruption.

The meeting, centered on fostering integrity, transparency, and accountability within public institutions, where the Vice Chancellor commended the Resident Anti-Corruption Commissioner (RACC), Mr Linus Gubbi Matashi, and his team for their steadfast efforts in advancing ethical governance across the public sector.

Professor Gutti stressed that a lasting partnership between the university and the ICPC would help embed high ethical standards within tertiary education. He called for regular engagement and advisory visits from the Commission to offer professional guidance, strengthen institutional systems, and tackle challenges linked to transparency and accountability.

“We are keen to work with the ICPC on sensitisation programmes,” the Vice Chancellor said, adding that he would welcome the provision of educational materials for both students and staff.

The VC also revealed that the university has introduced entrepreneurship and practical learning components into student activities and clubs; a move designed to promote self-reliance, innovation and positive values among young people.

The Resident Commissioner highlighted the value of system studies and institutional reviews in identifying and preventing corrupt practices, particularly in financial processes and student-related administration.

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He also urged the university to strengthen its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) in line with the ICPC’s mandate to entrench accountability across all public bodies.

The visit concluded with mutual pledges of continued partnership between the ICPC and Kashim Ibrahim University, reinforcing a shared vision of integrity, accountability and good governance within Nigeria’s education sector.

NPF, JAMB Bust Sophisticated UTME Examination Malpractice Syndicate In Delta

The Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has uncovered and disrupted a sophisticated examination malpractice syndicate during the conduct of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the College of Education, Warri, Delta State.

The operation followed intelligence-led investigations into attempts by criminal elements to compromise the integrity of the examination through technology-assisted fraud and unauthorized remote access to examination systems.

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Preliminary investigations revealed that during the examination, unauthorized remote access was illegally gained into candidates’ computer systems while the exercise was ongoing. Acting on credible intelligence and digital forensic leads, operatives of the Nigeria Police Force carried out coordinated operations which led to the arrest of four suspects directly linked to the criminal activity. The suspects are currently in Police custody assisting ongoing investigations.

Investigations have also uncovered the involvement of additional examination centres suspected to have engaged in similar illegal activities. Consequently, JAMB has taken administrative measures, including the withdrawal of results from affected centres pending the conclusion of investigations. Candidates affected by the development will be rescheduled for the mop-up examination in line with established procedures.

The Force warns all candidates, examination centre operators, and criminal collaborators to desist from engaging in any form of examination malpractice, cyber-assisted fraud, or unauthorized system intrusion.

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The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to identifying, dismantling, and prosecuting criminal networks seeking to undermine the credibility of Nigeria’s educational system.

DCP ANTHONY PLACID, psc (+), mnipr, mni, Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, 8th May, 2026