NLC to hold Nationwide Rally Against Telecom Tariff Hike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says it will embark on a nationwide mass rally on Tuesday February 4, 2025, in protest of the 50 per cent telecom tariff increase recently approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The NLC, in a communique, said the rally will serve as a warning on the dangers of imposing […]
Nigeria secures $1.1bn AfDB Loan to provide 5 million residents electricity by 2026
Nigeria has secured a $1.1 billion loan from the African Development Bank, AfDB, to provide electricity to 5 million residents by 2026. President Bola Tinubu, who announced this in a speech at the just concluded Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Tanzania, also said the AfDB’s $200 million in the Nigeria Electrification Project will provide […]
Nigeria Customs Sets 30-Day Clearance Deadline for Imports
Imported goods and products at the nation’s ports would henceforth be cleared under 30-days, in a bid to streamline operations and reduce port congestion. The 30-day clearance period was announced in a statement by the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Abdullahi Maiwada, who noted that an additional provision of a 30-day […]
2Baba Announces Separation and Divorce from Wife, Annie Idibia
Nigerian music legend Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has revealed that he and his wife, Annie Macaulay-Idibia, are separated and have filed for divorce. In a post on his verified Instagram account on Sunday, January 26, 2025, the Afrobeats icon disclosed, “WELL THIS THING I HAVE TO SAY IS SHORT BUT ALSO LONG…. […]
Minister Bosun Defends 50% Telecom Tariff Hike Due to Rising Costs
Minister, Communication Innovation and Digital Economy, Tijani Bosun, has attributed the recent 50% increase in telecommunications tariffs to global inflation and rising operational costs. Speaking to journalists moments after defending his Ministry’s budget of N12 billion for 2025 before before the joint committees on communication, Bosun stated that 50% adjustment aligns with broader economic trends. According […]
Nigeria Wins ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Debut
Nigeria has made history with a first win in her first game at the International Cricket Council (ICC) U19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia. Nigeria defeated 2023 semifinalists, New Zealand, by 2 runs on Monday morning at the Borneo Cricket Ground, Sarawak. Meanwhile, they are now second in group C with three points, behind […]
FG Begins Recruitment for Health Fellows Programme
The Federal Government is set to massively recruit young Nigerians across all Local Government Areas of Nigeria under the Presidential Health Fellows Programme. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, who announced this in a national broadcast yesterday, said all eligible Nigerian youths must submit their completed application forms on www.healthfellows.ng on or before January 25, 2025. […]
FG Approves 50% Telecoms Tariff Hike
The Federal Government has approved a new 50 per cent hike in the cost of telephone services in the country. This comes 12 years after the last tariff hike was effected. This was announced yesterday by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka. The adjustment, […]
Asake Celebrates 30th Birthday With Tesla Purchase
Music sensation Asake has celebrated his 30th birthday in style by gifting himself a brand-new Tesla. The award- winning artist, who recently parted ways with his former record label, YBNL owned by Olamide, showcased his luxurious new ride on Instagram yesterday, sharing photos of himself posing with the car and signing documents. READ ANOTHER STORY […]
Vice President implores the Media to Speak Truth to Power, Not Antagonise Government
Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has implored media professionals in Nigeria to be more focused on objectively speaking truth to power rather than antagonizing the government. Senator Shettima who gave the charge at the weekend during the Public Presentation of the Book, “Persona Non Grata,” authored by a seasoned journalist, Mr. Ismail Omipidan, in Abuja, said the […]