Telecoms subscribers in Nigeria are calling upon the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to extend the deadline for linking National Identification Numbers (NIN) to SIM cards, citing security concerns. The National Association of Telecoms Subscribers (NATCOMS) has urged the NCC to prolong the deadline until March 31, 2024, as the initial deadline of February 28, 2024, loomed. The directive issued by the NCC requires all telecommunication operators to block phone lines of unlinked subscribers, affecting an estimated 42 million inactive phone numbers and 3 million active lines. Unlinked lines pose a security risk as they lack association with a NIN,…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Kogi State Police Command has issued a stern warning to applicants of the 2022 police constable recruitment to remain vigilant against potential fraudsters. The cautionary advice comes amidst preparations for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), as announced by the Kogi Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP William Ovye Aya. In an official statement released on Monday, SP Aya emphasized the importance of applicants being wary of individuals seeking to exploit them. He highlighted the upcoming CBT scheduled to take place from Tuesday 5th to Wednesday 6th March 2024, across designated centers specified by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation…
In a recent statement issued by Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a prominent figure within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, he made a call to state governors and senior civil servants to extend maximum support to President Bola Tinubu in his endeavors to revitalize Nigeria’s economy. Oyintiloye stated the indispensable role of governors and top civil servants in realizing President Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’ for the nation, highlighting that without their collaborative efforts, the president’s initiatives may not yield the desired impact on the populace. He stressed the urgency for governors to utilize their monthly allocations…
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his government’s commitment to combating corruption and enhancing the business climate at the Nigeria-Qatar Business and Investment Forum in Doha. Speaking alongside His Highness, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, Tinubu urged Qatari investors to report any Nigerian government official soliciting bribes. Addressing attendees, Tinubu stated the ongoing reforms aimed at creating a conducive environment for investment, assuring potential investors that obstacles hindering business activities in the past are being swiftly addressed. “Do not offer a bribe to any of our people, and if it is requested or taken from you,…
The House of Representatives has summoned the chief executive of Binance Holding Limited, Richard Teng, over alleged terrorism financing and money laundering. Chairman of the House Committee on Financial Crimes, Ginger Onwusibe, issued a stern seven-day ultimatum during a panel session on Friday, demanding Teng’s appearance before the committee by March 4, 2024. The committee has expressed frustration over previous failed attempts to engage with Binance’s management regarding these serious allegations. The federal government’s crackdown on Binance, a popular platform for cryptocurrency trading, stems from claims that activities conducted on its platform have caused substantial damage to the Nigerian naira…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a 90-day window for regularizing import duties on specific categories of vehicles. Under the directive of the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, this initiative aims to address instances where the requisite customs duty has not been fulfilled or vehicles have been detained due to undervaluation. The initiative, which applies solely to vehicles imported into Nigeria, offers a unique opportunity for vehicle owners and importers/agents to rectify their duty payments. However, vehicles that were seized and condemned will not be released under this arrangement and will be forfeited to…
Former Minister Prof Barth Nnaji has advocated for the replication of the success achieved by the Abia Power Project in other states across Nigeria, particularly in Lagos. Nnaji, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Geometric Power Limited, the owners of the Aba power plant, stated the need of this initiative as a means to reduce reliance on the national grid. The Abia Power Project, inaugurated recently with a capacity of 181 megawatts, has already begun supplying electricity to nine out of the 17 local government areas in Abia State. In an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Nnaji…
The Nigerian Navy has intercepted a Ghanaian-registered vessel, Motor Tanker Sweet Miri, suspected of engaging in crude oil theft. The vessel, carrying 13 crew members including 12 Nigerians and one Ghanaian, was apprehended 174 nautical miles off the coast of Nigeria, approximately 320 kilometers, while en route to Benin Republic. Lieutenant Hussaini Ibrahim, Base Information Officer of the Nigerian Navy Ship Beecroft, revealed that the vessel, which aroused suspicion due to its activities, was found to be transporting around 2 million liters of suspected crude oil without proper approval. Rear Admiral MB Hassan, Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) of the Western…
Nollywood veteran, Jide Kosoko, says he is putting his 70th birthday celebration on hold because of the current economic situation in the country. Kosoko, in an Instagram post on Sunday, appreciated his colleagues and fans who came up with the idea of celebrating his contributions to the industry while he was still alive. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Jide Kosoko had clocked 70 years on Jan.12, and celebrated this feat with friends, family, and well-wishers to express gratitude to God at a thanksgiving service. Colleagues and fans of the veteran had plans to honour him with a…
A proposed bill aiming to amend specific sections of the 1999 Constitution reportedly seeks to restrict the involvement of particular geopolitical zones in the upcoming 2027 presidential elections. Sponsored by Ojema Ojetu, representing Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency in Benue State, the bill is currently under review by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review. If passed into law, the bill would enforce a rotation system for the presidency among Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, barring those that have already produced a president since the country’s return to democratic rule in 1999. This move is intended to ensure inclusivity, participation, and representation…
Amid the nationwide concern over the deteriorating power supply, The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced plans to summon the Chief Executives of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) over the worsening power supply in their respective regions. The Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has been summoned to discuss the deteriorating power situation. In a statement issued by his media aide, Bolaji Tunji, Minister Adelabu stated the severity of the situation, stating that “wilful non-performance by any DisCo could suffice as a reason for severe punishment or outright license…
In the wake of a disturbing communal clash between Ibeno, Eket, and Esit Eket Local Government Areas in Akwa Ibom State, Governor Umo Eno has issued a stern warning against those perpetrating violence and fanning the flames of disunity. The Governor, accompanied by top security officials and key stakeholders, visited the conflict-stricken area to assess the extent of damage and offer support to affected communities. “I have credible intelligence on those who are sponsoring our young people to go out and cause this mayhem,” Governor Eno declared, emphasizing the government’s determination to bring perpetrators to justice. He urged political leaders…