Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

NCC receives support after backlash of telecom tariff hike • NCC is commended for its leadership and patriotic commitment to make sure of sustainability of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector. The Concerned Citizens Forum (CCF) has expressed support for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in the wake of public backlash over the recent adjustments in telecommunications tariffs by network operators. Speaking at a press conference held in Abuja on, the National President of the group, Opialu Fabian described the tariff adjustments as a necessary step to sustain the telecom sector and safeguard its long-term viability. The CCF clarified misconceptions about the NCC’s…

Sustainable growth through education, skill acquisition, our vision in Ogun —  Olabimtan Ogun State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan Sustainable growth through education, skill acquisition, our vision in Ogun —  Olabimtan Ogun State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan, has said that the State Government’s vision to modernize its eight technical colleges is grounded in the understanding that education and skill acquisition are critical drivers of sustainable growth. Olabimtan, who is the Vice-Chairman of the Steering Committee for the Ogun State Economic Transformation Project (OGSTEP), said that the economic transformation of any state or nation…

No Political Influence On Cash Transfer Programme – Minister The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda No Political Influence On Cash Transfer Programme – Minister The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda, has raised concerns about attempts by some politicians to influence the social register used for the government’s conditional cash transfer programme. Naija News recalls that President Bola Tinubu-led government had approved a ₦4 billion allocation for conditional cash transfers aimed at supporting vulnerable households across Nigeria, particularly those displaced by conflict and other crises. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise…

Coca-Cola Retracts Coke, Sprite, and Fanta Due to Toxic Chlorate Contamination Coca-Cola Retracts Coke, Sprite, and Fanta Due to Toxic Chlorate Contamination Coca-Cola’s European bottling unit has initiated a massive recall of popular beverages including Coke, Sprite, and Fanta after detecting dangerous levels of chlorate during routine checks at their Ghent production facility. The recall spans six European countries – Belgium, the Netherlands, Britain, Germany, France, and Luxembourg – affecting products distributed since late November. The contamination poses serious health risks, as high chlorate intake can impair the blood’s oxygen absorption capacity and potentially lead to kidney failure.…

For High Regulatory Reserve Requirements, Levies, Taxes, Banks Charge High Lending Costs to Compensate For High Regulatory Reserve Requirements, Levies, Taxes, Banks Charge High Lending Costs to Compensate. CFG Advisory says Nigerian banks are charging high interest rates on loans to compensate for the costs of holding high regulatory reserves, which they pass on to their customers via high spreads between lending and deposit rates. CFG expressed the views in its January 2025 publication, captioned, “Adverse Effects of High-Interest Rate Spreads on The Nigerian Economy,” which was authored by Mr. Mustafa Chike Obi and Mr. Adetilewa Adebajo. The report defined…

Obasanjo says Yoruba Culture is ‘Authentic and Vital’ To African Identity, appraises Ifa, Orunmila. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo Obasanjo says Yoruba Culture is ‘Authentic and Vital’ To African Identity, appraises Ifa, Orunmila. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the preservation of African cultural heritage, describing it as authentic and vital to the continent’s identity. Obasanjo stated this on Sunday during a luncheon he hosted to celebrate the 50th birthday of renowned female drummer Aralola Olamuyiwa at the Green Legacy Resort within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta. Obasanjo lamented the unfortunate relegation of rich African cultures in favour of…

On USSD Disconnection, Nine Banks Clear N160 Billion Debts On USSD Disconnection, Nine Banks Clear N160 Billion Debts. • Owing banks have made the payment of their accumulated N160 billion debts. Nine Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) earlier pencilled down for disconnection today from the Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) service will no longer be disconnected from the financial service, following a last-minute payment of their accumulated debts, which reached N160 billion in November last year Before November last year, 18 DMBs owed telecoms operators over N200 billion from USSD debt accumulation, which the banks had refused to remit since 2019.…

NIMC, NIBSS, AfriGo partner to present Multi-Purpose Digital Cards to Improve Nigeria’s GDP NIMC, NIBSS, AfriGo partner to present Multi-Purpose Digital Cards to Improve Nigeria’s GDP The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS), AfriGO, and other stakeholders are set to roll out digital cards with multiple wallets to drive financial inclusion and improve Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The digital cards with multiple wallets, when unveiled, would allow Nigerians have access to government services in all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government, and also provide platforms for students to access government loans. Nigerian farmers, who…

Nigeria, Singapore on Joint Civil Service Training and Interchange of Innovative Solutions Nigeria, Singapore on Joint Civil Service Training and Interchange of Innovative Solutions The federal government has announced that the recent visit of the Nigerian delegation to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Centre for Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Development in Singapore aims to solidify a partnership focused on joint training initiatives for civil service, collaborative research, and the exchange of innovative solutions. The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, reaffirmed this during a recent visit by the Nigerian delegation to Singapore.…

Outgoing Spanish Ambassador, “Nigeria Owns the Future,” Potentially driven Juan Sell Outgoing Spanish Ambassador, “Nigeria Owns the Future,” Potentially driven Departing Spanish Ambassador to Nigeria, Juan Sell, has said Nigeria is a country of great potential that owns the future. Sell gave this description during his sent-forth party at the Embassy of Spain in Abuja. The envoy said “Nigeria, what a potential! You own the future. It is only a matter of bringing that future to the present. Of course there are challenges. I have not met in these years a single Nigerian that would not come with his or…