The National Association of Nigerian Travel Agents has thrown its weight behind the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s investigation into exploitation allegations against Air Peace. The agents also appealed to the FCCPC to expand the scope of its fact-finding to other airlines in the country. This was made known[Read More…]
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FG supports automakers with N20bn credit scheme to boost local vehicle assembly
In response to the soaring cost of vehicles in Nigeria, the federal government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with over 10 auto manufacturers to promote locally assembled automobiles. Under the agreement, the Nigeria Consumer Credit Corporation (CreditCorp) will issue a N20 billion credit facility to support these manufacturers[Read More…]
Alia unveils Benue nylon factory to check import
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, on Thursday, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to reducing import reliance, promoting local production, and conserving resources through the establishment and expansion of factories in the state. The governor spoke at the inauguration of the BIPC Polythene and Nylon Factory, Nails Limited, and the expansion of[Read More…]
FG investigates Air Peace, GT bank, MTN over exploratitive pricing
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has launched an inquiry into Air Peace, Guarantee Trust Bank (GTB), and MTN, a telecommunications firm over poor service delivery, exploitative practices, and possible violations of consumers’ rights. In a statement released, FCCPC stated that Air Peace was expected to respond to[Read More…]
NAFDAC confiscates N180m worth of fake alcoholic drinks in Lagos
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control, NAFDAC, had intercepted fake alcoholic drinks valued at over N180 million in Lagos. The agency, while disclosing this in a statement via its X handle on Tuesday, said the products were confiscated following a raid on a makeshift factory in[Read More…]
Benue Will Sustain Full Financial Autonomy For Councils – Adviser
The newly appointed Special Adviser on the Bureau for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Benue State, Denen Aondoakaa, has pledged to uphold Governor Hyacinth Alia’s policy on full financial autonomy for local government councils. Aondoakaa made this commitment on Tuesday while assuming office at the Bureau’s headquarters in Makurdi.[Read More…]
Reps discover federal polytechnic with only 142 students, 154 staff
Reps discover federal polytechnic with only 142 students, 154 staf The House of Representatives Committee on Polytechnics and other Higher Technical Education has discovered that the newly established Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, in Cross River State has only 142 students with about 154 academic and non-academic staff. The polytechnic has also[Read More…]
Alia lauds military’s ‘giant strides’ for peace in Benue
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue state has commended the Nigerian military for the overwhelming sacrifices in restoring and sustaining peace in the country, particularly in the state. Alia gave the commendation on Friday at a regimental dinner night by the Nigerian Airforce (NAF), Tactical Air Command, Makurdi. The governor, who[Read More…]
NCC Set to Launch Simplified Telecom Tariff Plans on December 13
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to introduce new tariff plans for telecom operators on December 13, 2024. This move aims to simplify telecom services, reducing confusion about data and airtime usage ¹.Travel guides According to Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, the new[Read More…]
Stanford Seed Transformation Network Welcomes 16 New Members
The Stanford Seed Transformation Network Nigeria inducted 16 new members into its ranks as part of Cohort 14. The induction ceremony took place at a vibrant event held at Radisson Blu, Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island, on the evening of Friday, November 22, 2024. The event, which also served as the[Read More…]