2 h. ago New Commercial Airlines Set For Takeoff As NCAA Approves 5 AOCs In 1 Year

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has disclosed that in one year, it has approved Air Operating Certificates (AOCs) for five applicants. Speaking during a stakeholders meeting, chaired by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, in Lagos on Friday, the director-general of NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo, said during the process of approving […]

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4 h. ago Tinubu Pledges Broadband Expansion, Strengthening Of Policy Research Institutions

President Bola Tinubu has implored the new graduates of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) as well as other policymakers to take the lead in driving the nation’s digital transformation and tech-driven economic growth. This, the president said, is premised on plans by his administration to revitalise NIPSS by “fully digitising its […]

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4 h. ago Ekiti to review emergency law, establish LG disaster committees

Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Mrs Monisade Afuye on Friday disclosed the state government’s plan to review the law establishing the State Emergency Management Agency to accommodate local government emergency management committees. Afuye said the planned holistic review of the law would ensure the effective management of natural disasters from the grassroots to the state level, Read More

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6 h. ago We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo

By Chinelo Obogo The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has said that plans are underway to integrate younger pilots into the system as the older ones retire. He said this on Friday during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos while addressing concerns about an aging workforce and the lack of […] The post We’re making plans to integrate younger pilots into the system – Capt. Najomo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced a six-month closure of Ibadan Airport beginning in early March to facilitate comprehensive maintenance and upgrade works. In a statement shared via his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, said the decision was necessary […] The post Ibadan Airport to close for 6 months over plans for upgrade – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago EFCC Chairman Rejects N500m Burial Gifts, Cites Ethical Leadership, Integrity

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has revealed that he rejected offers totaling N500 million during his mother’s burial in Ekiti State. Olukoyede made this disclosure at the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) Resource Centre’s 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room (ACSR) Conference in Abuja. He recounted that he found […] The post EFCC Chairman Rejects N500m Burial Gifts, Cites Ethical Leadership, Integrity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman

Controversial social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of plotting his arrest. In a video posted on his Instagram page on Thursday, VeryDarkMan claimed that the EFCC is planning to frame him for criticising its chairman, Olanipekun Olukoyede. Accusing the EFCC of using various tactics to orchestrate his arrest, […] The post VeryDarkMan Exposes EFCC’s Alleged Plot To Arrest Him Over Criticism Of Its Chairman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that electricity consumers on Band B are not paying sufficient tariffs for the electricity they receive. This declaration was made on Thursday at the Public Presentation of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Nigeria Integrated Resource Plan (NIRP) in Abuja. According to Adelabu, the disparity between […] The post Minister Says Band B Customers Not Paying Enough For Electricity, Seeks Regularization appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Kogi Govt. secures $500m World Bank funding for healthcare, education

The Kogi Government has concluded plans to secure $500 million funding for a World Bank-assisted programme called HOPE-GOV initiative, to read more Kogi Govt. secures $500m World Bank funding for healthcare, education

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14 h. ago Excitement Builds As 3rd ECOWAS – Abuja Int’l Marathon Holds Saturday

The vibrant city of Abuja is set to host the highly anticipated 3rd edition of the ECOWAS – Abuja International Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, March 1st, 2025. This year’s event, themed “Run for Unity and Integrity,” is expected to attract thousands of runners from across the region and beyond, with a total prize pool of […]

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14 h. ago Labour Union Calls Off Protest As Telecom Tariff Hike Reduces To 35%

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has suspended its planned protest scheduled for March 1, 2025, following a compromise with the Federal Government to reduce the proposed 50 per cent telecom tariff hike to 35 per cent. The agreement was reached after negotiations between the NLC and the government, resulting in the formation of a 10-member […] The post Labour Union Calls Off Protest As Telecom Tariff Hike Reduces To 35% appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Integrate Beneficial Ownership Register Into Enforcement, Compliance Frameworks, CISLAC Urges Regulators

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has urged various regulatory bodies in the country to integrate the Beneficial Ownership Register (BOR) into their compliance and enforcement frameworks in the country. A ‘beneficial ownership register’ is a public database that records the identities of the natural persons who ultimately own or control a legal entity, […]

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17 h. ago Jobberman, experts task businesses on growth amid uncertainty

Jobberman in collaboration with industry and economic experts have advised business executives to adopt high agency, strategic adaptability, and proactive planning to navigate the economic uncertainties of 2025. Speaking at the Jobberman Business Breakfast for C-Suite Executives in Lagos on Thursday, they outlined actionable strategies for sustainability and growth amid evolving challenges. Managing Director of Read More

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20 h. ago I rejected N500m offers during my mother’s burial – EFCC chair

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede, disclosed that he turned down offers of about N500m from various individuals during his mother’s funeral in 2019. Olukoyede spoke at the 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room in Abuja on Thursday with the theme: Ethics, Integrity, Corruption Risk Assessments and Anti-Corruption at National and Sub-National Read More

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21 h. ago Tariff hike: Nigeria risks companies shutting down, job loss if –FG

•Airtel: Inflation, devaluation forced hike, plans over $500m investment From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Government has again defended the decision to approve a tariff increase for telecommunications services, emphasising that it was a necessary measure to prevent widespread job losses and potential companies closures. Speaking after leading a delegation from Airtel, led by its […] The post Tariff hike: Nigeria risks companies shutting down, job loss if –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago FTZ tax: Aviation stakeholders fear investment, technology transfer hindrance

As the Federal Government plans imposition of tax on the Free Trade Zones (FTZs) in the country, players in the read more FTZ tax: Aviation stakeholders fear investment, technology transfer hindrance

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25 h. ago FG unveils policies to accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition goals

The Federal Government on Thursday unveiled the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) and Integrated Resources Plan (NIRP) to accelerate energy read more FG unveils policies to accelerate Nigeria’s energy transition goals

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25 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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26 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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26 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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