Index to Nigerian Newspapers

ATLAS Core Energy and Logistics Limited is constructing a compressed natural gas refuelling station in Oyo State, in collaboration with the Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Service under a 20-year public-private partnership. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2025 and operational by January 2026, this project aims to enhance clean energy transition, improve transportation reliability, and support Governor Seyi Makinde’s initiatives for energy security and lower fuel costs. Dikko Salami, Sole Administrator of Pacesetter Transport Service, highlighted the affordability of compressed natural gas compared to traditional fuels and its significance in reducing operational delays. The new station will serve as a service hub for residents and businesses, reflecting a commitment to sustainable energy infrastructure. Emmanuel Owoade, Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Core Energy, emphasized the project's potential for creating jobs, enhancing local expertise, and aid economic opportunities in Oyo State.

Jennifer Adighije, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, reaffirmed the organization's commitment to enhancing energy infrastructure in Nigeria at the inauguration of a new substation in Gombe State. This project aims to connect the Muhammadu Buhari Industrial Park to the national grid, improving power access for local industries and communities. The collaboration between the Niger Delta Power Holding Company and the Gombe State Government is projected to create over 3,000 jobs. Adighije also addressed electricity supply issues in the Rigasa community, promising urgent attention to their challenges following a tower collapse linked to vandalism. The entire initiative emphasizes the critical role of resilient energy solutions in supporting national development and economic growth.