Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Nigeria’s telecommunications operators have commenced compensation to subscribers for poor network service, following a directive by the Nigerian Communications Commission, even as millions of users continue to grapple with persistent connectivity challenges. The development marks a rare regulatory enforcement in a sector long criticised for dropped calls, slow internet speeds and unreliable service delivery. Findings indicate that major operators, including Airtel Nigeria and MTN Nigeria, have begun issuing airtime credits to affected subscribers for service disruptions recorded between November 2025 and January 2026 While Airtel users are the latest to be instructed to check balances via designated USSD codes. Over…

Manny Ita  – Former U.S. President Barack Obama has revealed that political pressures linked to Donald Trump have caused “genuine tension” in his marriage to Michelle Obama. In a recent interview, Obama explained that ongoing expectations for him to publicly respond to Trump-era policies and political developments have kept him actively engaged in politics long after leaving office. He said this continued involvement has been a source of frustration for Michelle, who would prefer he step back and spend more time enjoying life outside politics. According to Obama, Michelle wants him to slow down and focus more on their personal…

Manny Ita  – Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has arraigned former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over an alleged ₦15.6 billion fraud. Ayeni was brought before the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja on a 17-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust, misappropriation, and diversion of investors’ funds. Prosecutors allege that the offences occurred during his tenure at the now-defunct Skye Bank Plc. According to the EFCC, Ayeni allegedly diverted large sums from depositors’ funds, including ₦3.2 billion moved from a bank suspense account to a private company, and another ₦5.07 billion transferred…

The St. Charles College Onitsha Old Boys Association, Class of 2001, has officially announced plans to celebrate its 25th anniversary following graduation, marking a significant milestone of brotherhood, impact, and legacy. This announcement was made during a press briefing held on April 18, 2026, at St. Charles College, Onitsha, by the Chairman of the Anniversary Planning Committee, Mr. Chukwuebuka Anyaduba, alongside members of his team. The highly anticipated celebration is scheduled to take place on January 2nd and 3rd, 2027, and is designed as a weekend-long event filled with commemorative activities and impactful initiatives. Speaking at the briefing, Mr. Anyaduba…

Manny Ita  – Two of the six individuals standing trial over an alleged attempt to overthrow Bola Ahmed Tinubu have admitted they were aware of the plot, according to video recordings presented in court. The footage, played at the Federal High Court in Abuja, showed separate interrogation sessions involving three defendants: retired Navy captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, police inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, and retired major-general Mohammed Ibrahim Gana. In the recordings, Mr Victor and Mr Ibrahim acknowledged they knew about discussions to topple the government but failed to report them. Mr Gana, however, denied any knowledge of such a plan. Mr…

L–R: Benue State Commissioner for Information and Technology Kwaghgba Amande, CBN Makurdi Branch Controller Olabitan Adebowale, Government Model School Principal Dr. Robert Apir, Secretary to the Benue State Government Deborah Serumun Abeeh, Keystone Bank Executive Director (North and Public Sector) Abubakar Usman Bello, Commissioner for Science and Technology James Dwem, and Commissioner for Education and Knowledge Management Dr. Margaret Adamu at the handover ceremony of the newly equipped ICT centre. Keystone Bank Limited has donated a fully equipped information and communication technology (ICT) centre to Government Model School, Makurdi, in a move aimed at strengthening digital literacy and improving access…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms as part of a renewed effort to restart and expand the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries, which have remained inactive for months. The agreement was signed on April 30, 2026, in Jiaxing City, China, by NNPC’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, alongside senior representatives of the partner companies, marking a significant step in Nigeria’s ongoing push to revive its domestic refining capacity and reduce dependence on imported petroleum products. According to NNPC, the partnership is designed to address key technical…

The Nigerian private sector remained in growth territory at the start of the second quarter of the year as customer numbers and market demand continued to strengthen. That said, the impacts of higher fuel costs as a result of the war in the Middle East were felt again, pushing up prices and reportedly limiting expansions in new orders and business activity. The headline figure derived from the survey is the Stanbic IBTC Purchasing Managers’ Index™ (PMI®). Readings above 50.0 signal an improvement in business conditions on the previous month, while readings below 50.0 show a deterioration. The headline PMI ticked…

Manny Ita  – Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has reportedly defected from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as he positions himself for the 2027 governorship race in Enugu State. The move, described as quiet and largely unannounced, comes despite an ongoing investigation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations that he forged his academic and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificates. Although Nnaji has not publicly declared his defection, PDP officials have confirmed his membership, noting that he has recently been engaging with party…

Manny Ita  – The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has sealed no fewer than 40 facilities across Lagos State for violating noise pollution regulations, in a sweeping enforcement operation carried out on Monday. The affected establishments, which include bars, nightclubs, religious centres, and event venues, were shut down after repeatedly exceeding permissible noise levels and failing to comply with environmental standards set by the state government. According to LASEPA officials, the कार्रवाई forms part of an intensified crackdown aimed at restoring sanity in residential and commercial areas plagued by excessive noise. The agency noted that many of the sealed…