84 m. ago Nigeria Ready To Adopt Global Best Practices In Telecom Sector — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said the telecoms sector’s regulatory framework and operations would be reviewed to reflect global best practices, with a greater focus on protecting infrastructure. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu spoke at a meeting with an Airtel delegation led by chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal […]

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1 hour ago Obasa Apologises To DSS Over Assault On Operatives By Lagos Assembly Workers

Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has apologised to security agencies following the recent assault on operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) within the Lagos State Assembly premises. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, who was impeached as Speaker of the House in January, stormed the Assembly premises on Thursday with the aid of Police escorts and […]

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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 Kogi secures $500m World Bank fund for education, healthcare

The Kogi State Government has secured $500 million in funding from the World Bank under the HOPE-GOV initiative to enhance basic education and primary healthcare services in the state. The Commissioner for Finance, Budget, and Economic Planning, Asiwaju Idris, disclosed this during a Citizens’ Sensitisation Programme held at the Government House in Lokoja on Thursday. Read More

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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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4 h. ago FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister

Tribune Online FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister The Federal Government has announced plans to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas to expand access to telecommunications services and improve digital connectivity across the country. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, made this known after leading Airtel executives on a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential […] FG to build 7,000 new communication towers in rural areas — Minister Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers

Embattled former speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. Meanwhile, over 26 other members of the assembly […] The post Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Building a relationship that lasts: The 5 pillars of a strong & lasting relationship

Love is beautiful, but a lasting relationship requires more than just feelings. Many couples start strong but struggle to maintain read more Building a relationship that lasts: The 5 pillars of a strong & lasting relationship

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4 h. ago Police Nab 2 Female Child Traffickers, Reject ₦1m Bribe In Imo

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have rescued two children from their female abductors in two separate incidents, even as they rejected a ₦1million offer as bribe. Police spokesperson in the state, DSP Henry Okoye disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday. Okoye disclosed that on February 4th 2025, operatives […]

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4 h. ago Trafficking: Policemen reject N1m bribe, rescue two children in Imo

The Imo State Police Command has arrested two suspected child traffickers and rescued two stolen children in separate operations. The command’s spokesman, DSP Henry Okoye, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, highlighting a strong display of professionalism by officers who rejected a ₦1m bribe to ensure justice prevailed. *”On Feb. 21, operatives of the Read More

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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 Imo: Police nab two suspected child traffickers, rescue children

Tribune Online Imo: Police nab two suspected child traffickers, rescue children Imo State Police Command has arrested two suspected child traffickers and rescued two stolen children in separate operations. Imo: Police nab two suspected child traffickers, rescue children Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Lagos Assembly Members Reject Obasa, Reaffirm Meranda As Speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected claims by the ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, that he was back in office and remained the Speaker. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, escorted by a large contigent of security operatives, stormed the House of Assembly on Thursday, declaring that he was back in office. The development […]

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6 h. ago Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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6 h. ago JUST IN: Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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7 h. ago NAF Probes Civilian’s Death During Altercation With Personnel In Kaduna

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has ordered a probe into an incident involving its personnel and some civilians at Unguwan Gangare, Barakallahu, in Kaduna State. The incident, which occurred on February 26, 2025, resulted in injuries to some individuals and death of one civilian. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, […]

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7 h. ago FRSC begins crackdown on vehicle owners with fake number plates

The Federal Road Safety Commission, Anambra State Command, has commenced a special operation to check the proliferation of fake and unregistered number plates in the state. The Sector Commander of FRSC in Anambra, Corps Commander, Joyce Alexander, who disclosed this in Awka on Thursday said the operation would be a continuous one. Alexander said non-registered, Read More

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8 h. ago Fidelity Bank unveils creativerse to empower creative entrepreneurs

To drive entrepreneurship growth in Africa’s most populous country, Fidelity Bank Plc has launched the creativerse to empower small and read more Fidelity Bank unveils creativerse to empower creative entrepreneurs

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8 h. ago Two firms partner to provide aircraft maintenance solutions in Lagos

International aircraft engine, avionics, and aviation product manufacturer Honeywell Aerospace has partnered with ExecuJet Nigeria Free Trade Enterprises, a Fixed-Base Operator and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul facility in Lagos, for avionics and engine installations on aircraft. On Thursday, both companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking their first business collaboration in the aviation sector. Read More

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8 h. ago PHOTOS: Lagos tackles environmental violators, shuts hotels, churches, others

The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency has intensified its crackdown on businesses and institutions violating environmental laws, sealing multiple establishments across Surulere, Lagos Mainland, Agege, and Kosofe. The enforcement operation targeted noise pollution and the illegal siting of gas refilling plants in residential areas, both of which pose serious risks to public health and safety. Read More

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