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Aba is emerging as a powerful hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and industrial growth in Nigeria’s South-East, proving why the city is now seen as a new light from the East. A New Light from the East — Aba Leads the Way It seems a new beacon of progress is shining from the East. During a recent speech in Abuja, the lights went out — a familiar scene in Nigeria. Yet, in that moment, Gov. Alex Otti of Abia State calmly declared: “We have solved the power problem in Aba.” What once sounded like a joke is now a reality. Residents confirm it — Aba now enjoys 24/7 electricity!  While others battle darkness, Aba is powering ahead. Businesses are booming, generators are silent, and life feels new again. To the people of Aba — una too much! You’ve been enjoying this comfort quietly oh! Should we all start moving to Aba now? 😄 This shows what visionary leadership and political will can achieve. Aba, the city of enterprise, is now lighting the way for Nigeria. 🌟 A child who sees a mothe...

South Africa Overtakes Nigeria as Africa’s Largest Fuel Importer Written By Elvis Ifeanyi 8:58 Am South  Africa has officially surpassed Nigeria to become Africa’s largest importer of petrol, marking a major shift in the continent’s energy landscape. According to data from energy consultancy CITAC, South Africa imported 4.2 million metric tonnes of fuel in the first quarter of 2025, outpacing Nigeria’s 3.1 million metric tonnes. This change follows the ramp-up of production at the Dangote Industries "Refinery" in Lagos, which has drastically reduced Nigeria’s dependence on imported fuel. Before the refinery became operational, Nigeria was the continent’s top importer of refined petroleum products, spending billions of dollars annually to meet local demand despite being a major crude oil producer. Now, with the Dangote Refinery refining millions of litres of fuel daily, Nigeria has moved closer to achieving energy self-sufficiency — a development that many see as a turning poi...