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Reps Public Accounts Committee Recovers Additional $14m From Oil Companies

Reps public accounts committee recovers additional $14m from oil companies. House Public Accounts Committee recovers additional $14 million from oil companies

The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has made another major breakthrough in its ongoing investigation into financial irregularities in the oil and gas sector, recovering an additional $14.2 million (₦21.4 billion) from four companies. This brings the total amount reclaimed by the committee to $33.44 million (₦50.1 billion) so far.

Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Bamidele Salam, attributed the success to the strong leadership and commitment to accountability by Speaker of the House, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen. He emphasized that the Speaker’s unwavering support has allowed the committee to operate independently and effectively in safeguarding public resources.

According to the PAC, the latest financial recoveries are broken down as follows:

Platform Petroleum Ltd: $1.9 million (₦2.9 billion)

Midwestern Oil and Gas Ltd: $1.578 million (₦2.3 billion)

Universal Energy: $523,845 (₦785.7 million)

Aradel Energy Ltd: $10.3 million (₦15.5 billion)

Hon. Salam reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to fiscal transparency and warned that additional measures would be taken against defaulting companies.

ULTIMATUM FOR FURTHER RECOVERIES:

The PAC has issued a 20-day deadline for four more companies to remit outstanding payments totaling $23.2 million (₦34.8 billion). The affected firms and their required payments are:

Total Energies: $2 million within 7 days

Seplat Energies (SPDC): $6.036 million and ₦1.5 billion within 7 days

Aradel Energy Ltd: $12.1 million within 7 days

Network Exploration: $3.1 million within 7 days

Failure to comply within the stipulated timeframe could result in public sanctions, including the naming of defaulters in national newspapers.

In a related development, several companies have failed to respond to committee invitations and are now under increased scrutiny. These companies include:

Frontier Oil and Gas

Conoil Producing

Walter Smith Petrochemical

Bilton

Energia Ltd

Aiteo Petroleum Ltd

Pillar Oil Ltd

Additionally, First E & P Oil Company has been directed to reconcile an outstanding balance of $90 million with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and is scheduled to appear before the Committee on April 16, 2025, for further review.

ONGOING INVESTIGATIONS:
The PAC’s investigation is part of a broader push to ensure financial accountability in the oil and gas sector, particularly in response to findings from the 2021 Auditor General’s report, which revealed over ₦10 trillion in outstanding payments to the Federation Account.

Hon. Salam vowed that the era of financial mismanagement in the sector is nearing its end.

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“We are determined to recover every kobo owed to the Nigerian people and ensure that public funds are managed with integrity,” he stated. As the PAC continues its investigations and public hearings, further updates on recovered funds and enforcement actions will be provided.

The House of Representatives remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding transparency, accountability, and financial discipline in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

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ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party, Others Brought Insecurity, Hunger, Says Atiku

ADC is Nigeria’s only reliable political party, others brought insecurity, hunger, says Atiku. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubukar says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only reliable political party in the country, noting that others have brought insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment.
Speaking in Jalingo, the capital of Taraba state, during the official opening of the ADC state secretariat, Abubakar said the party is ready for a 2027 victory but urged Nigerians to unite to rescue the nation.

He also asked Taraba residents to take part in the ongoing continuous voter registration exercise, adding that their participation is crucial to reversing Nigeria’s worsening hardship.
“I am in Taraba to inaugurate our new party office of the ADC, and I want you to hold the party with integrity,” Channels Television quoted Atiku as saying.

“Do not allow anybody to deceive you with any other party, because we have tasted other political parties, and they brought nothing but insecurity, hunger, poverty and unemployment. “The youths and women should know that we are doing this for them to have a better future, and I am holding on to their promise. “ADC will win Taraba state and win Nigeria as the only reliable political party.”

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

ADC Is Nigeria’s Only Reliable Political Party

 

Abubakar, who formally joined the ADC on Monday—17 months before the 2027 general election—said his experience across political platforms convinced him that the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other parties lack the capacity to rescue the country.

He resigned from the PDP on July 16, citing “irreconcilable differences” within the opposition party as his reason for leaving.

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

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Akwa Ibom Governor Pledges Commitment To Tourism, Blue Economy Development

Akwa Ibom governor pledges commitment to tourism, blue economy development… commends Editi Effiong for projecting State’s tourism potentials

As part of his effort to encourage tourism and enhance the State’s blue economy, Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encourage and reward young professionals who are willing to collaborate with his administration in promoting the positive image of the State through the ARISE Agenda.

The Governor made this known while fielding questions from Government House correspondents shortly after embarking on inspection of a locale of a movie, “The Black Book 2” (Old Scores), at Ishiet Beach/Market in Uruan Local Government Area.

He commended the movie Producer and Director, Mr. Editi Effiong, for his talent, vision, inspiration, and creative ability to project the tourism potentials and boost the economy of the State.

Governor Eno charged young Akwa Ibomites to shun divisive tendencies, be inspired, and emulate the creative effort of successful Akwa Ibom sons and daughters by joining hands to develop the tourism and blue economy of the State.

“The impression is amazing, seeing that we have one of our own trying to pull the world down here.

“I would love to thank and encourage him, and to let our young people see that Akwa Ibom has what it takes to drag the world’s attention.

“It depends on what you see. Someone can see this place and write one story about a swamp that has been abandoned and make all the noise. Another person sees this place and makes a great movie out of it that will market this place to the world and is able to attract the attention because of the work he has done here,” he said.

The State Chief Executive pledged his encouragement, support, and collaboration with Editi and other young Akwa Ibomites to enable them rise to the zenith of their calling.

“We are going to work with him. Editi is a young man I have known very well. This is one thing I say to our people in the diaspora, let’s partner. Come back home, whatever you see out there, bring it back here, and let’s work together.

“I think that is the story, and I am really impressed. If you know the number of people that have visited this State in the course of this film, the talents, and the caliber of artists that have been here, then this young man deserves an award and our support,” he added.

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On his part, the movie Producer and Director, Effiong, appreciated Governor Eno for his visionary leadership and passion for tourism development.

He expressed gratitude to the Governor for creating a hospitable and tourism friendly ecosystem to enhance talent exploration through the provision of good road network and quality modern facilities which distinguished the State as one of the most treasured locations in the country.

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

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EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC releases ex-AGF Malami after hours of interrogation. He said he would return for further questioning.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released the former attorney general of the federation and minister of justice, Abubakar Malami, after hours of interrogation by the anti-graft team.

Mr Malami confirmed his release in his X account on Saturday. The former minister said that he had been released and scheduled for another meeting with investigators.
He said that the reality behind the “fabricated allegations” levelled against him would become clearer with time.

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention. “The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

EFCC Releases Ex-AGF Malami After Hours Of Interrogation

The EFCC had summoned Mr Malami through a letter dated November 24, and signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of its chairman, Ola Olukoyede.

The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was invited.

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