Multichoice, the broadcasting giant, has announced a significant price hike for its services in Nigeria, marking the second increase in just four months. The adjustments will come into effect on May 1, 2024. In this latest move, prices for various packages have been revised upward. For instance, the DStv Premium package will now cost N37,000, up from N29,500. Similarly, DStv Compact+ jumps from N19,800 to N25,000, and the Compact package sees an increase from N12,500 to N15,700. Other packages affected include Comfam, Yanga, Padi, HDPVR, Access Fees, and XtraView, all witnessing price increments from their previous rates. For Gotv subscribers,…
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President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the commencement of the inaugural phase of the Consumer Credit Scheme in Nigeria, aimed at providing credit facilities to the country’s workforce. This announcement was made by the President’s special adviser on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement released on Tuesday in Abuja. The initiative is set to be implemented gradually, starting with civil servants and later extending to the general populace. Ngelale emphasised that Nigerian citizens employed in various sectors who are interested in availing consumer credit can express their interest by visiting credicorp.ng. “President Bola Tinubu has…
The Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has issued a directive to the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to suspend operations of Dana Airlines pending a comprehensive audit of its financial and safety practices. This move comes in response to the recent incident involving a Dana Air plane at Lagos airport on April 23, which resulted in flight diversions from local to international airports. The aircraft, registered as 5N BKI, skidded off the runway at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. In a letter addressed to the Director-General of the NCAA, Capt. Chris Najomo, and delivered by Permanent Secretary Dr.…
Singer Portable has publicly addressed Naira Marley’s signee, Zinoleesky, over what he perceives as an overly extravagant lifestyle. Portable expressed his discontent with Zinoleesky’s flaunting of wealth, particularly showcased in a video where the artist cruised around town in a Ferrari. Portable did not mince his words, urging Zinoleesky to reconsider his priorities by selling the expensive sports car and investing the proceeds in promoting his career. Notably, Portable highlighted the disparity between Zinoleesky’s flashy possessions and his perceived lack of notable musical hits. The criticism didn’t stop there. Portable further mocked Zinoleesky’s inability to engage in fan appreciation gestures…
Starting June 2024, Germany will unveil the “Opportunity Card,” designed to facilitate job search and residence for qualified individuals. According to documents made available to newsmen , this card aims to streamline the process for securing employment in Germany, bypassing the often lengthy qualification recognition procedures. Applicants must hold a minimum of two years of vocational training or a university degree, coupled with proficiency in either German (A1) or English (B2). Unlike previous processes, no proof of a permanent job contract is necessary. The Opportunity Card is tailored for skilled workers who have already received full recognition of their qualifications,…
veteran Nollywood actor Pa Zulu Adigwe has been reported deceased as of Tuesday evening. The sad news was confirmed by Stanley Nwoke, also known as Stanley Ontop, a survivor of a recent boat mishap and a prominent movie producer, who shared the announcement on Instagram. Nwoke expressed deep sorrow as he conveyed, “I regret to announce the passing of a veteran actor, Late Mr. Zulu Adigwe. What caused his death is yet to be reviewed. Rest in peace, Good actor. Ontop Cares.” Although the exact cause of Adigwe’s demise remains undisclosed, there are unconfirmed reports suggesting that the actor had…
Benin is expected to receive transit duties and tax revenues per quantity of Nigerien oil that gushes out at Sémè Kraké. The projection comes as the platform where the pipeline which connects the Agadem oil fields lands. Last Sunday, Nigerien oil gushed out at Sémè Kraké in Benin raising hopes for at least 2,000 jobs across the west African nation. And according to a 2019 national petroleum plan, the conduit linking Koulele in Niger to the port of Seme in Benin will transform Niger into a significant regional oil producer and exporter. Niger pumps around 20,000 b/d of oil, most of…
The federal government has expressed its readiness to engage in effective collaboration with relevant stakeholders to tackle the root causes of multidimensional poverty and other socio-economic challenges across the nation. Vice President Kashim Shettima conveyed this commitment on Tuesday in Abuja during the 2024 National Savings Group Conference. The event, themed “Accelerating Financial and Economic Inclusion: The Pivotal Role of Savings Groups in Nigeria,” was organised by prominent organisations such as Care International, Plan International, Oxfam, Christian Aid, Action Aid Nigeria, Mercy Corps, Catholic Relief Services, and the World Bank. Represented by Dr. Nurudeen Abubakar-Zauro, the Technical Advisor to the…
Excitement reverberated through the halls of the Oke Bareke Ekiti State Government House in Ado-Ekiti as news broke of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) granting approval to the state’s Electricity Regulatory Board (EERB) to oversee the local electricity market. Key government figures, particularly in the Office of the Governor, were seen openly discussing the development, signalling the significance of this milestone. While some officials preferred to remain anonymous, they expressed optimism about the prospects this decision brings. One official highlighted the potential for determining electricity tariffs, ensuring regular power supply, and optimising production within local companies and among artisans.…
The Federal Ministry of Finance has successfully recovered over N57 billion from debts owed by various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to the Federal Government. This revelation was made during a one-day workshop held in Enugu, where the Director of Special Projects, Aisha Omar, shared insights into the government’s Debt Recovery Drive under the Project Lighthouse Programme for the South-East zone. The disclosed amount represents a fraction of the massive N5.2 trillion debt portfolio accumulated by over 5,000 debtors across more than 93 MDAs. While acknowledging additional recoveries, Omar, represented by Deputy Director Bridget Molokwu, expressed challenges in providing comprehensive…
Lead British International School in Abuja has been ordered to shut down for three days by the Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, following viral videos of bullying involving its students. The closure was confirmed by Kabiru Musa, the Public Relations Officer of the FCT Education Secretariat, who stated that the directive came from the Minister of Women Affairs. The decision was made in response to the uproar caused by videos shared on social media, depicting incidents of bullying within the school premises. The first video, shared by user @moooyeeeee, captured a female student being repeatedly slapped by another female…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken new legal action against the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele. The EFCC has filed a fresh charge at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, alleging Emefiele’s involvement in several financial infractions. According to documents seen by PUNCH Online made available to GOVIMA , the EFCC accuses Emefiele of approving the printing of N684,590,000 at a questionable rate during the implementation of the naira swap policy under the previous administration. The charge alleges that Emefiele unlawfully authorised the withdrawal of N124.8 billion from the Consolidated…