The Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaint and Anti-corruption Commission, Muhyi Magaji, has been suspended by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) following allegations of misconduct and breaches of public officer’s conduct. Magaji faces charges including alleged conflict of interest, false asset declaration, and accepting bribes. The CCT granted a motion for Magaji’s suspension, directing him to step aside from his position pending the resolution of the case. This decision came after the Kano State Government raised concerns over what it described as harassment and intimidation of the PCACC chairman by federal agencies. In a statement, the spokesperson for…
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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has greenlit an increase in electricity tariffs specifically aimed at customers falling under the Band A classification. The Vice Chairman of NERC, Musliu Oseni, disclosed that this adjustment will see Band A customers paying N225 per kilowatt hour (KW/h), a significant jump from the current rate of N66. Band A customers are identified as those benefiting from a daily supply of electricity ranging from 20 to 24 hours. This categorization is part of NERC’s segmentation strategy, with Band B, C, D, and E subscribers enjoying decreasing hours of supply respectively. Oseni clarified that the…
Google Cloud’s intensified focus on cybersecurity in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region, the tech giant has appointed Noor Al-Sulaiti as the Head of Security Business Development and Government Relations. With a solid background in telecommunications and technology, Al-Sulaiti is poised to bring innovative leadership to her new role. Al-Sulaiti’s appointment underscores Google Cloud’s dedication to bolstering digital asset protection, particularly within governmental spheres. Her responsibilities include overseeing the expansion of Google’s security initiatives across the region, emphasizing the growing importance of cybersecurity for the company’s operations. A key aspect of Al-Sulaiti’s role will be forging strategic alliances…
Uganda’s constitutional court on Wednesday (Apr. 03) upheld an anti-homosexuality law which imposes penalties of up to life in prison for consensual same-sex relations. The justices found that some sections of the bill which was signed into law in May last year violated the “right to health, privacy and freedom of religion”. “The petitioners sought a myriad of remedies that essentially call for the nullification of the entire Anti-homosexuality Act 2023. Having held as we have in the body of the judgment, we decline to nullify the anti-homosexuality act 2023 in its entirety; neither would we grant a permanent injunction…
French police on Wednesday removed dozens of migrants, including families with young children, from the forecourt of Paris City Hall as the capital prepared to mark 100 days until the start of the Olympic Games. Police arrived at dawn to remove about 50 people, mostly women and children aged 3 to 10, who were bundled up in strollers, under blankets or covered with plastic sheets to shield against the rain. The migrants packed their belongings and boarded a bus to temporary government housing in the town of Besançon in eastern France. Aid workers have expressed concern that the move on…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has observed a decline in the volume of Single Goods Declarations (SGDs) for imports in the first quarter of 2024, according to a document released by the agency. The data reveals a decrease of 15,999 SGDs, approximately 5%, compared to the same period in 2023, with the total volume dropping from 327,492 to 311,492. Moreover, a more substantial decline of 91,741 SGDs, around 23%, was noted compared to Q1 2022. Attributing the decline to fluctuating import duty rates, the NCS highlighted the challenges posed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issuing approximately 28 different…
In the ongoing saga of Kaduna State’s debt crisis, former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has intensified pressure on the state government to hold former Governor Nasir El-Rufai accountable for the state’s staggering debt profile. Senator Uba Sani, the current governor, recently highlighted the dire financial situation inherited from the previous administration, emphasizing the inability to meet salary and pension obligations due to the immense debt burden. Calling for decisive action, Shehu Sani urged Governor Uba Sani to establish an independent probe panel to scrutinize the financial dealings of the past administration, specifically focusing on the exorbitant debt left…
As of December 2023, Nigeria’s public debt has surged to an estimated N97.34 trillion ($108.23 billion), marking a staggering 146% increase from the previous year’s N39.56 trillion ($95.77 billion), according to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The significant rise is primarily attributed to the addition of N20 trillion ($48 billion) in Ways and Means lending by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to the government and a substantial 60% devaluation of the naira. Both the federal and state governments are grappling with a combination of domestic and foreign debts. Domestic debt, which comprises FGN securities, treasury bills, and…
In a recent statement from Mr. Musliu Oseni, the Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), it was revealed that the newly approved electricity tariff is poised to significantly reduce the subsidy for the fiscal year 2024 by approximately N1.14 trillion. The announcement was made in Abuja on Wednesday. Oseni highlighted that the Federal Government is contemplating a shift towards a targeted subsidy regime to mitigate the effects of macroeconomic changes. He emphasized the Commission’s commitment to protecting vulnerable customers while encouraging investments aimed at enhancing service delivery within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). The tariff revision,…
The Kaduna State Government has disclosed that 551 communities spanning across 12 local government areas have fallen victim to the scourge of banditry, leading to the displacement of a staggering 289,375 individuals within the state. During the commencement of palliative distribution in Maraban Kajuru, Dr. Usman Hayatu Mazadu, the Executive Secretary of the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA), laid bare these distressing statistics. He outlined the gravity of the situation, highlighting specific figures for affected communities and displaced persons in areas like Chikun and Birnin Gwari. Dr. Mazadu underscored the pressing need for immediate relief efforts to alleviate the…
At least nine people were killed and more than 1,000 were injured on Wednesday when a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan, damaging dozens of buildings and prompting tsunami warnings across the region before being lifted, officials said. The quake, the strongest to hit the island in decades, triggered massive landslides that cut off many areas and left dozens believed trapped in tunnels. However, strict building regulations and public disaster awareness helped avert a major catastrophe in the earthquake-prone nation. Three of the nine reported deaths occurred when people were crushed by boulders dislodged by the quake during a mountain hike…
Air Peace, a prominent Nigerian airline, has announced a significant boost in capacity for its Lagos-London route in response to escalating demand from travelers. The airline made this revelation via its official Facebook account on Wednesday, signaling an expansion in options for individuals interested in flying to London with Air Peace. Expressing gratitude for the overwhelming support from both Nigerian and UK populations, the statement affirmed the company’s commitment to maintaining the nation’s pride while striving to meet the growing demand. The inaugural flight to London by Air Peace carried 260 passengers aboard a Boeing 777, which boasts a capacity…