That easy, appetizing packet of instant noodles is a favorite for many, but consuming it too often can be a “toxic relationship” for your health, according to medical experts. One of the primary risks to watch out for is Type 2 diabetes. An internal medicine specialist, Dr. Christian Dion Saelan,[Read More…]
Consumer Education
House of Representatives Committee Probes Drug Abuse Prevalence, Calls for Memoranda from Stakeholders and the Public
The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee constituted to investigate the prevalence, regulation, and impact of drug abuse, tobacco, alcohol, illicit trafficking, and related crimes across Nigeria has invited key stakeholders and the general public to submit Memoranda. The Committee, chaired by Hon. Oluwatimehin Adelegbe (Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, Ondo State), was[Read More…]
NAFDAC Lauds PTML Customs for Major Seizure of Unregistered and Substandard Drugs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commended the Ports and Terminal Multipurpose Services Limited (PTML) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for a significant interception of unwholesome and unregistered drugs. The seizure included two containers of substandard antibiotics and high blood pressure medication,[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…]
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…]
Beyond the Deficits: The Indomitable Spirit Driving Nigeria’s Economic Engine
By Godwin Anyebe Nigeria’s economic narrative is often framed in terms of deficits—budget gaps, infrastructure shortfalls, policy inconsistencies and so on. Yet, beneath that familiar surface lies another story: one of resilience, grit and entrepreneurial dynamism. In this article, I explore how Nigeria’s economy is being powered not just by[Read More…]
Sustaining the Source: Inside Nestlé Nigeria’s Strategy for a Resilient Agricultural Future
By Godwin Anyebe In an era defined by climate volatility and the urgent need for local economic empowerment, Nestlé Nigeria is pioneering a comprehensive and deeply integrated approach to agriculture that moves far beyond simple procurement. This is not merely a sourcing strategy; it is a long-term investment in rebuilding[Read More…]
Customs at PTML Command Surpasses 2024 Revenue, Seizes $200M in Fake Antibiotics
The Port and Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reported a major surge in revenue, generating ₦116.2 billion in the third quarter of 2025. This marks a significant 34.3% increase from the ₦86.5 billion collected during the same period in 2024. Disclosing the figures[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…]