The Benue State Government says it is working on enacting an electricity law to regulate the state energy sector. The Commissioner for Transport, Renewable Energy, and Power, Mr Omale Omale, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Sunday in Makurdi. Omale said that a draft[Read More…]
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Report: Dangote seeks billions of dollars to boost crude supply to refinery
Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, is seeking to raise billions of dollars to step up crude oil supplies for his $20 billion oil refinery in Lagos, Financial Times (FT) is reporting. According to the report on Sunday, the Dangote Group founder is in talks with commercial lenders, development banks, oil[Read More…]
NCC Tackles Data Depletion, Billing Transparency Issues
The Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, emphasised the growing concern over data consumption and billing transparency during his keynote speech at Abuja’s 93rd Telecoms Consumer Parliament (TCP). He said with Nigeria boasting 132 million internet connections, a significant portion of the global 5 billion user base,[Read More…]
Obsolete Meters: Consumers Commission FCCPC Warns DisCos Over Violation Of Nigerians’ Rights
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned Ikeja and Eko electricity distribution companies (IKEDC and EKEDC) to cease all activities related to the planned replacement of Unistar meters stating that any attempt to proceed in contravention will attract severe consequences. The warning which is pursuant to Sections[Read More…]
New leadership emerges: NUAAE elects Com. Obafemi Oyenubi as National President
Nigeria Union of Agriculture and Allied Employee Union (NUAAE) has taken a significant step towards unity and stability with the election of a new National President, Comrade Obafemi Oyenubi. The development follows the successful reconciliation of factions within the union, facilitated by veteran union members. The newly constituted national transition[Read More…]
Telecom regulators move to strengthen consumer protection
The West African Telecommunications Regulators Assembly has come up with recommendations to harmonise consumer rights and establish standardised complaint-handling procedures across the region’s telecommunications sector. The initiative aims to create a more transparent, reliable, and consumer-friendly environment for millions of telecom users throughout the region. The recommendations were unveiled at[Read More…]
The Writer’s Voice: Letting Thoughts Flow from Within
In an age brimming with information and bustling with noise, the role of a writer has morphed into something far beyond a mere conveyor of words. To truly connect, inspire, and leave a mark, writers must tap into their innermost reflections and give voice to what lies beyond the visible—thoughts,[Read More…]
ARCON mulls mandatory approval for adverts
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has reiterated the importance of strict compliance with advertising regulations, emphasising that all adverts must receive pre-approval before exposure, to ensure they meet ethical and public standards. This call was made during a webinar hosted by the Nigerian Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), where[Read More…]
Consumers heave sigh of relief as govt halts meter replacement
Citing non-compliance with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s [NERC] order, the Federal Government has directed the Ikeja Electricity and Eko Electricity discos to immediately halt their replacement of Unistar prepared meters billed to begin from Tuesday, 14th November. Since the Discos intimated their customers about this replacement, many of them[Read More…]
Nestlé commits to empowering next generation of Nigerian leaders
Nestlé Nigeria recently reaffirmed its commitment to empowering the next generation of Nigerian leaders leveraging the community scholarship program to empower and support students in communities surrounding Nestlé operations. Victoria Uwadoka, lead, corporate communications, public affairs, and sustainability, Nestlé Nigeria, stated that since launching the initiative in 2020, Nestlé has[Read More…]
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FG Revenue Rises 76% to N12.5tn, Fueled by Tax and Oil Gains — Budget Office
The Federal Government’s earnings have increased by 76 percent, rising from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023, due to higher taxes and oil revenues. This information was revealed in the recently released 2025-2027 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper from the Ministry of Budget and[Read More…]