2 h. ago FEC approves 7000 new telecom towers, Airtel plans $500m investments

…Says inflation, devaluation forced tariff hike The Federal Executive Council FEC has approved the construction of new 7000 towers in read more FEC approves 7000 new telecom towers, Airtel plans $500m investments

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3 h. ago FCCPC asks MultiChoice to suspend price hike pending investigation

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has directed MultiChoice Nigeria, the operator of DStv and GOtv, to maintain its current subscription prices pending the conclusion of an ongoing investigation into the company’s proposed tariff adjustment. The consumer watchdog disclosed this in a statement signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, on Thursday. Read More

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3 h. ago FCCPC instructs MultiChoice to retain current prices while investigation lasts

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has instructed MultiChoice Nigeria to maintain its current subscription prices until the read more FCCPC instructs MultiChoice to retain current prices while investigation lasts

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3 h. ago FCCPC orders MultiChoice to maintain current prices pending investigation

Tribune Online FCCPC orders MultiChoice to maintain current prices pending investigation The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed MultiChoice Nigeria to maintain its current subscription prices until the ongoing investigation into its proposed price hike is concluded. This directive follows MultiChoice Nigeria’s request for an extension regarding its scheduled appearance before the Commission. While the FCCPC has granted the request, the company is […] FCCPC orders MultiChoice to maintain current prices pending investigation Tribune Online

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4 h. ago JUST IN: FCCPC asks MultiChoice to suspend price hike pending investigation

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has directed MultiChoice Nigeria, the operator of DStv and GOtv, to maintain its current subscription prices pending the conclusion of an ongoing investigation into the company’s proposed tariff adjustment. The consumer watchdog disclosed this in a statement signed by its Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, on Thursday. Read More

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4 h. ago Airtel Plans $500m Investment In Nigeria As Telco Chair Meets Tinubu, Defends Tariff Hike

A delegation from Airtel, led by its founder and chairman, Sunil Bharti Mittal, met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja on Thursday to discuss the company’s ongoing investments in Nigeria and the recent tariff hike in the telecommunications sector. Speaking to State House correspondents after the meeting with President Tinubu, Mittal […]

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10 h. ago US: Hollywood legend, Gene Hackman, wife found dead in Santa Fe

Tribune Online US: Hollywood legend, Gene Hackman, wife found dead in Santa Fe , “We can confirm that both Gene Hackman and his wife were found deceased Wednesday afternoon at their residence on Sunset Trail. This is an active investigation—however, at this time we do not believe that foul play was a factor.” US: Hollywood legend, Gene Hackman, wife found dead in Santa Fe Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Alleged Terrorism: Nnamdi Kanu Petitions CJN Over Case Transfer 

Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has petitioned the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun over his pending transfer case. Kanu urged Justice Kekere Ekun to direct Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, to reassign his case to another judge with proper jurisdiction. The IPOB’s leader […] The post Alleged Terrorism: Nnamdi Kanu Petitions CJN Over Case Transfer  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Royal wars: Osun embroiled in conflicts as chieftaincy disputes rage in communities

BOLA BAMIGBOLA investigates the ongoing chieftaincy tussles across Osun State, exposing the violence, loss of lives, and destruction of property they leave in their wake Governor Ademola Adeleke took office in Osun State on November 27, 2022, and inherited the burden of upheaval of several chieftaincy tussles across the state from the immediate-past administration of Read More

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14 h. ago VeryDarkMan Petitions Embassies Over OAP Nedu’s Alleged Drug, Fraudulent Dealings

Controversial social media critic Martin Vincent Otse, who is popularly called VeryDarkMan, has submitted petitions to the South African, Turkish, and Moroccan embassies against media personality Chinese Ani Emmanuel, also called Nedu Wazobia. The petitions were prompts for the embassies to investigate alleged drug trafficking and fraud in their countries by Nedu and his friends. […]

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14 h. ago VDM Petitions S’Africa, Turkey, Morocco Over Nedu’s Alleged Drug, Fraudulent Dealings

Controversial social media critic, Martin Vincent Otse, who is popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), has submitted petitions to the Embassies of South Africa, Turkey, and Morocco in Nigeria, against On Air Personality (OAP), Ani Emmanuel, also called Nedu Wazobia. VDM asked the three countries to investigate alleged drug trafficking and fraudulent activities by Nedu and his […]

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16 h. ago FCCPC begins inquiry into high cost of BP, diabetes medications

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), has commenced an inquiry into the high cost and variation in the prices of drugs in the country. Executive Vice Chairman of the Commission, Mr Tunji Bello, said at the opening of the inquiry with pharmaceutical and healthcare stakeholders in Abuja, yesterday, that the inquiry was in […] The post FCCPC begins inquiry into high cost of BP, diabetes medications appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago N1bn fraud: Court orders lawyer to produce fleeing Chinese client

Justice Akintayo Aluko of the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered a lawyer, Charles Adeyoriju, to produce his fleeing Chinese client, Mr Su Donghai, in court for his arraignment over an alleged N1bn fraud. The Chinese national is being charged alongside two Nigerians and two companies by the operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Read More

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23 h. ago Umahi laments cost of cement, urges reduction to N7,000 per bag

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has lamented the skyrocketing price of cement, stating that it has had a significant negative effect on ongoing infrastructure projects across the country. The minister also appealed to cement manufacturers to reduce the price from N9,500 to N7,000, urging that such a decrease would facilitate the rehabilitation of Nigeria’s Read More

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25 h. ago Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan

In a move aimed at easing the financial burden on Nigerians, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has disclosed a significant reduction in the ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol. The new price of N825 per litre, revealed on Wednesday, marks the second reduction in February 2025. According to Esan Sunday, head of […] The post Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price To N825, Offers Nigerians Relief Amid Ramadan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash

Tribune Online Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash Some opined that the reduction would most likely not directly impact the lives of average Nigerians, arguing that transportation fares would not see corresponding deductions. Transport fare still the same — Reactions trail Dangote’s petrol price crash Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Dangote’s partner to sell petrol at N860/litre in Lagos, N870 in Ibadan, others

Tribune Online Dangote’s partner to sell petrol at N860/litre in Lagos, N870 in Ibadan, others Dangote Refinery’s retail partner, MRS Holdings, will sell petrol at N860 per litre in Lagos and N870 per litre in Ibadan and other parts of the South-West, following a recent price reduction by the refinery. Dangote’s partner to sell petrol at N860/litre in Lagos, N870 in Ibadan, others Tribune Online

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28 h. ago BREAKING: Dangote slashes petrol loading price to N825/litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, on Wednesday, announced a reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, commonly referred to as petrol, by N65.00. This means the price will drop from N890 to N825 per litre, effective Thursday, February 27, 2025, a statement by the refinery stated. According to Dangote, this adjustment is Read More

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29 h. ago FCCPC launches investigation into drug rising cost, price discrepancies

Tribune Online FCCPC launches investigation into drug rising cost, price discrepancies He said the FCCPC is "empowered by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act 2018 to promote fair business practices and safeguard consumer interests. FCCPC launches investigation into drug rising cost, price discrepancies Tribune Online

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29 h. ago ‘50GB In Nigeria Doesn’t Last Three Days, But 20GB In UK Lasts A Month’ – IGoSave Laments

Nigerian comedian Otaghware Onodjayeke, known as Igosave, has urged authorities to investigate telecom companies in the country, alleging they are defrauding citizens. He made this appeal following the recent tariff increase by major internet providers in Nigeria. Currently in the United Kingdom, the comedian observed that internet data is faster and more reliable there than […] The post ‘50GB In Nigeria Doesn’t Last Three Days, But 20GB In UK Lasts A Month’ – IGoSave Laments appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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