Archived edition · 02:07 Lagos
Saturday 19 September
- New articles analysed in today’s runs
- 12
- High-risk articles today
- 0
- Board appointments today
- 1
- Contract awards today
- 2
Key Developments
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Mambilla Hydroelectric Project Victory
The Federal Government of Nigeria won a significant international arbitration battle at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Paris, dismissing claims filed by Sunrise Power (also cited as Sunrise Energy/Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited) ranging from $2.35bn to $3.38bn. ([The Punch](https://punchng.com/wike-vs-apc-govs-tinubu-may-broker-truce-in-france/)), ([Vanguard](https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/09/tinubu-hails-nigerias-victory-over-sunrises-2-35bn-mambilla-claim/)), ([Vanguard](https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/09/mambilla-project-nigeria-wins-2-35bn-arbitration-battle-against-sunrise-power/)),
The Punch -
Domestic Crude Supply
Dangote Petroleum Refinery reported sourcing approximately 60% (116 million barrels) of its crude oil from local sources, including NNPC Limited and IOCs, for the year ending June 30, 2026.
The Punch -
Sectoral Concerns
PETROAN has urged the government to restart idle refineries to combat rising fuel prices ([The Punch](https://punchng.com/restart-idle-refineries-petroan-urges-govt/)), while FOCI warned of a funding crisis and payment delays in the construction sector.
The Punch -
Civil Service Reform
Former President Goodluck Jonathan advocated for a uniform salary structure across state and federal civil services.
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High Risk Alerts
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Health Funds Probe
A group has urged the EFCC and FBI to broaden their investigation into the alleged mismanagement of donor health funds, indicating potential systemic corruption in health sector financing.
Punch Newspapers -
Criminal Charge Withdrawal
The Nigerian Police have filed a notice to withdraw criminal charges against Albert, the CEO of Loft & Keys Ltd.
The Guardian Nigeria News
Beneficial Ownership & PSC Disclosures
No persons with significant control were disclosed in the provided data.
Procurement & Board Changes
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Major Project Dispute
The Federal Government of Nigeria's contractual relationship with Sunrise Power/Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited regarding the 1,500MW Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project was the subject of a dismissed $2.35bn–$3.38bn claim. ([The Punch](https://punchng.com/wike-vs-apc-govs-tinubu-may-broker-truce-in-france/)),
Vanguard -
Board Appointment
Theodore has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the African Diaspora Network.
The Guardian Nigeria News