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Labour urged to shelve planned protest over telecoms Tariff hike
House of Representatives and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have urged the organises labour to shelve their planned mass protest over 50% hike in telecommunications tariff. The Chairman, House Committee on Communications, Peter Akpatason, in an interview with PUNCH, said the panel was already reaching out to the NLC to shelve the planned mass protest. Akpatason noted that the planned…
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REA to deploy 23 mini-grids across six geopolitical zones
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is set to deploy 23 new mini-grids across six geopolitical zones in Nigeria. This is coming as the Agency has advanced the implementation of the Africa mini-grids programme. These mini-grids, with capacities ranging from 30 kWp to 200 kWp, would enhance electricity access in underserved rural communities, contributing to sustainable energy solutions and improving the…
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FG donates N30M to family of late Nigerian flag designer
The Federal Government has honored the late Taiwo Akinkunmi, designer of Nigeria’s national flag, with a donation of N30 million to his family in recognition of his contribution to national unity and identity. The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, presented the cheque during a visit to the Akinkunmi family in Ibadan, Oyo State. He described…
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PHOTO NEWS: President Tinubu joins Tijjaniya leaders for Jumaat prayer at State House
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Friday joined leaders of the Tijjaniya Muslim Brotherhood for Jumaat prayers at the State House. The delegation was led by Khalifa Mahiy Sheikh Ibrahim Inyass.
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PSC orders immediate retirement of senior officers exceeding service limits
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the immediate retirement of senior police officers who have served for more than 35 years or are above 60 years of age. This decision was reached at the Commission’s first extraordinary meeting, presided over by its Chairman, DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd.), on Friday, January 31, 2025. The meeting was attended by Justice Adamu…
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President Tinubu appoints Abba Aliyu as Managing Director of REA
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abba Abubakar Aliyu as the substantive Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). According to a statement issued on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s spokesperson, Aliyu’s appointment takes effect from January 23 and is for an initial term of four years. Aliyu has served as the agency’s Acting Managing…
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AGF confirms legality of IGP Egbetokun’s tenure extension
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has affirmed the legality of the continued tenure of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, clarifying that his stay in office is backed by law. In a statement, Fagbemi explained that Egbetokun’s appointment, which took effect on October 31, 2023, would have ordinarily ended…
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NIRA, EFCC to strengthen collaboration on cybersecurity
The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to enhance cybersecurity in Nigeria. This resolution was reached on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, during a courtesy visit by NIRA President, Akinsanya Adesola, and his delegation to the EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, at the Commission’s headquarters…
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EFCC acknowledges complaints over public auction of forfeited vehicles
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has expressed concern over complaints from Nigerians regarding the recently concluded public auction of forfeited vehicles conducted by accredited auctioneers on behalf of the Commission. In a statement signed by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media & Publicity, the EFCC confirmed receiving reports of various challenges encountered by participants, including difficulties accessing the auctioneers’…
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President Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to West African development
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to the development of the West African region and the broader African continent, emphasizing that fostering regional growth remains a top priority for his administration. The President made this affirmation on Thursday while receiving Letters of Credence from the High Commissioner of Sierra Leone, Dr. Julius F. Sandy, at the…
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