NCC, telcos bicker over method of determining consumer compensation
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the telecom operators in Nigeria were yesterday locked in an argument over the methodology of determining that the telcos have not served some consumers and therefore should pay compensation.
Profit taking halts stock market uptrend as capitalisation, index decline
By Peter Egwuatu Profit taking by investors characterised the Nigeria stock market last week, leading to the decline in the major performance indicators. Specifically, the Nigerian Exchange Limited, NGX market capitalisation, which represents the value of equities listed on the Exchange, dropped to N128.969 trillion last week from N129.125 trillion the previous week. Similarly, another […]
Aiyedatiwa disburses N2.4B gratuities to 2018,2019 retirees in Ondo
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, has flagged off the disbursement of ₦2.4 billion as gratuities to pensioners who retired from the state public service in 2018 and 2019.
2027 must not be another coronation -Adebayo, SDP candidate
•Says no room for sentiments •Calls for younger contenders By Dapo Akinrefon P rince Adewole Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, in this interview, speaks on Nigeria’s current political landscape while outlining his vision ahead of the 2027 general elections. Rejecting the popular narrative that the opposition space is shrinking, […]
Wike to defectors: We’ve taken back PDP
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Mr Nyesom Wike yesterday, declared that the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has been taken back by loyal members, blasting defectors and asserting control of the party.
Our forces waiting for US troops to set them on fire — Iranian Speaker
As reports of thousands of US marines heading to the Middle East for likely ground invasion continues to swirl, Iranian parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf,…
Kwara PDP stakeholders pledge full participation in Abuja National Convention
Leaders, elders, stakeholders, and aspirants of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State have affirmed their commitment to participate fully in the party’s upcoming national convention in Abuja.
Kwara NUJ Correspondents Chapel suspends activities with State Council
The Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Kwara State has suspended all activities and severed its relationship with the State Council, citing unresolved differences that have persisted for about five months.
Senator Saliu Mustapha reaffirms commitment to APC unity at 2026 national convention
Senator Saliu Mustapha, representing Kwara Central, has reaffirmed his dedication to the unity and progress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following his participation in the party’s 2026 National Convention.
2027: How Kwankwaso’s defection to ADC will shape polls
Fresh political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections gathered momentum at the weekend as former governor of Kano State and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso…
APC and the task of managing success of mass defections, ambitions
By Abdullahi Yusuf As the 2027 general election draws closer, the APC, Nigeria’s ruling party has just concluded its National Convention, bringing back to office Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as National Chairman and members of the National Working Committee. The party has in recent times recorded massive influx of state governors along with their supporters from the various […]
PenCom promises improved service as new board faces tough mandate
PenCom has assured Nigerians especially contributors of improved performance and stronger safeguards for pension funds
Photos: Obi, Amaechi, Tambuwal lead dignitaries to El-Rufai’s mother’s burial in Abuja
Top political figures on Sunday thronged Abuja for the burial of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai.
Drug abuse among youth a National Emergency, says SABMF
The Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation (SABMF) has sounded the alarm over the rising incidence of drug and substance abuse among Nigerian youth, describing it as a national emergency requiring urgent and coordinated action.
Group commends Tinubu for Armed Forces Fund, urges governors’ support
The Defence Families Empowerment and Development Trust Fund (DEFEND TRUST FUND) Campaign has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for inaugurating the Armed Forces Fund, describing it as a landmark step toward improving the welfare of military personnel and their families.
Palm Sunday: CAN urges leaders to ease hardship
The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has called on political leaders at all levels to demonstrate empathy and take urgent steps to ease the growing economic hardship facing Nigerians, as Christians marked Palm Sunday yesterday.
