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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1335, Pope Benedict XII issues the papal bull Fulgens sicut stella matutina to reform the Cistercian Order. In 1776, Captain James Cook begins his third voyage. In 1870, John A. Dahlgren, American admiral (born 1809) passed away. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1949, Rick Hendrick, American businessman, founded Hendrick Motorsports was born. In 1975, São Tomé and Príncipe declare independence from Portugal. In 1985, Ismael Londt, Surinamese-Dutch kickboxer was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Fuel Supply: NMDPRA grants new import permits to seven oil marketers
By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor Nigeria’s downstream petroleum regulator has approved a fresh round of fuel import permits for major oil marketers as concerns grow over domestic supply level. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) issued the new approvals to selected marketers for the third quarter of 2026, covering the importation of [] The post Fuel Supply: NMDPRA grants new import permits to seven oil marketers appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Quartz
· Jun 22, 2026
U.S. issued an Iranian oil sanctions waiver as part of its war-ending deal with Tehran
The temporary general license allows the production, delivery, and sale of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products through Aug. 21
Legit.ng
· Jun 24, 2026
Petrol stocks drop as NMDPRA opens door for fresh fuel imports
The NMDPRA, has approved new fuel import permits for major marketers including Matrix Energy, AA Rano and Nipco for the July–September 2026 period.
Vanguard News
· Jul 8, 2026
2024 Bid Round: NUPRC hands oil prospecting licences to 12 firms
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has formally presented Petroleum Prospecting Licences (PPLs) to successful bidders in the 2024 oil licensing round, issuing 19 prospecting licences to 12 companies as part of efforts to attract fresh investment into Nigeria’s upstream petroleum sector. The concession contracts and licences were presented during [] The post 2024 Bid Round: NUPRC hands oil prospecting licences to 12 firms appeared first on Vanguard News.
Malay Mail
· Jun 26, 2026
Azalina: Petronas fuel supply expected to remain stable until August
KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — Fuel supplies across the nationwide network of Petronas petrol stations are ex...
TASS
· Jul 3, 2026
Kazakhstan plans to extend gasoline, diesel export ban through May 2027
As an exception, fuel exports will be permitted by decision of the Kazakh government and for the provision of humanitarian aid
BOL News
· Jun 22, 2026
US issues temporary 60-day license allowing Iran crude oil trade
The license permits Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical exports through Aug. 21. The post US issues temporary 60-day license allowing Iran crude oil trade appeared first on BOL News.
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Related coverage for "Fuel Supply: NMDPRA grants new import permits to seven oil marketers ": Quartz — U.S. issued an Iranian oil sanctions waiver as part of its war-ending deal with Tehran. Legit.ng — Petrol stocks drop as NMDPRA opens door for fresh fuel imports. Vanguard News — 2024 Bid Round: NUPRC hands oil prospecting licences to 12 firms. Malay Mail — Azalina: Petronas fuel supply expected to remain stable until August. TASS — Kazakhstan plans to extend gasoline, diesel export ban through May 2027. BOL News — US issues temporary 60-day license allowing Iran crude oil trade