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…]
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NCC Introduces Device Management System for Mobile Security
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has introduced the Device Management System (NCC-DMS), a robust solution aimed at enhancing security and protecting consumers in Nigeria’s mobile device market. The new initiative, called the ‘Type Approval Business Rule 2024’, mandates that all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) in the country connect to the[Read More…]
Nigeria: EFCC set to begin prosecution of banks, top officials for financial frauds
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to commence the prosecution of banks and their top officials for financial frauds. The EFCC Chairman, Mr Olanipekun Olukoyede, said at the 17th Annual Banking and Finance Conference organised by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) in Abuja[Read More…]
Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy Partners with Nigeria’s Got Talent Season 3 to Boost Talent Development
L-R: Director General, National Council For Arts and Culture (NCAC), Mr. Obi Asika, Minister for Arts, Culture and Creative Economy Barrister Hannatu Musawa, Principal Consultant, Pure Imagination and Filmworks Ltd, Mr. Rotimi Pedro The Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy has announced a partnership with Pure Imagination Production &[Read More…]
Dealers Back NASS Crackdown on Substandard Steel Producers
The Iron Rod and Steel Distributors Employers of Nigeria (IRSDEUN) said it is in full support of moves by the National Assembly towards mopping up substandard steel products across the country. The union noted that substandard steel products have saturated the Nigerian market, because of the greed of some producers,[Read More…]
NAFDAC Debunks Bread Ban, Cautions Bakers About Saccharine
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has clarified that it didn’t tell Nigerians to avoid eating bread produced and sold within the country. The clarification comes after what NAFDAC described as a misunderstanding related to comments made by Roseline Ajayi, NAFDAC’s South-West Coordinator. Ajayi stated[Read More…]
NNPC unveils new crude oil grade from OML 13
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has unveiled a new crude oil grade Utapate to the international market. According to Olufemi Soneye, Chief Corporate Communications Officer at NNPC Ltd, the first shipment of 950,000 barrels of Utapate crude oil was dispatched to Spain in July from Oil Mining[Read More…]
Empowering Women Inside Out: Join the Whole Women Conference 2024
Recharge Life Centre Unveils the Whole Women Conference 2024: A Day of Empowerment, Wellness, and Fun The Recharge Life Centre, a leading institution in mental health and well-being, is thrilled to announce the 8th annual Whole Women Conference. Scheduled for August 31st, 2024, this highly anticipated event aims to nurture[Read More…]
Ngbede Adejo’s Plea: A Story of Desperation and Advocacy
Ngbede Adejo’s Plea: A Story of Desperation and Advocacy In the heart of Lagos, amidst the bustling streets of Iyanaipaja, a community that struggles with the fallout from a recent police task force raid. Ngbede Adejo, an Okada rider, found himself at the center of a heartbreaking story that has[Read More…]
Unwarranted Police Raid on Motorcycles in Lagos Hinterland Causes Hardship for Families
In recent weeks, the hinterland areas of Lagos State, particularly Okeodo and Iyanaipaja, have been the focal points of an intense and controversial police task force operation targeting motorcycle operators. While aimed at curbing illegal activities and enhancing public safety, the raid has faced backlash for its perceived overreach and[Read More…]