Author: Godwin Anyebe

LaPRIGA 2025 Selection Committee Calls for Nominations for Award Categories

The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) is pleased to announce the call for nominations for LaPRIGA 2025, the prestigious Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala & Awards themed, “Nox Excellentia: The Night of Excellence.” The Selection Committee invites public relations professionals, communicators, agencies, institutions, media[Read More…]

Financial Regulator Seeks Unilateral Power in Dispute Resolution, Banks Warn of Erosion of Judicial Rights

Financial authorities are pushing to grant the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) the power to impose its dispute mediation outcomes on financial institutions, a move the banking sector warns infringes on its fundamental right to a trial. ​The FSS recently reported to the National Assembly that it will actively support legislative[Read More…]

Dangote Refinery Announces Massive Expansion, Set to Become World’s Largest at 1.4 Million BPD

​The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is poised for a major leap, announcing plans to significantly expand its processing capacity from 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 1.4 million bpd. This ambitious project will position the facility as the largest single-train refinery in the world upon completion. ​Alhaji Aliko Dangote, President of[Read More…]

NCC Ramps Up Digital Connectivity Plan, Reimagining Rural Access as Economic Catalyst

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is implementing a comprehensive, data-led strategy to transform rural connectivity from a mere social challenge into a significant national economic opportunity. The goal is to rapidly narrow the country’s widening digital divide and fuel inclusive growth. ​Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC,[Read More…]

Judicial Crackdown on Corporate Impunity: Consumers Win Big in Landmark Rulings

A series of landmark court judgments is sending a powerful message to major service providers in Nigeria: consumer rights are not optional. The rulings underscore a zero-tolerance approach to corporate impunity, holding companies accountable for poor service, wrongful disconnections, and abusive policies. The judgments come as frustration mounts among Nigerian[Read More…]

Consumer Protection Wins: Lagos and Enugu Court Rulings Bolster FCCPA Authority

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has lauded two significant court judgments in Lagos and Enugu, calling them major victories that reinforce consumer rights and accountability under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA), 2018. The rulings against Multichoice Nigeria Limited and Peace Mass Transit highlight the[Read More…]

Governor Yusuf Dissolves Leadership of Kano Consumer Protection Council Citing Prolonged Crisis

The Kano State Government has announced the immediate dissolution of the entire leadership of the Kano State Consumer Protection Council (CPC). Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf approved the action following a “prolonged leadership crisis” that officials say hampered the Council’s operations despite multiple attempts to restore order. The Secretary to the[Read More…]