Korede Abdullah in Lagos, Hussaini Kafi in Kano and Sultan Rabiu in Abuja Bank customers and telecom subscribers have kicked against the migration to the End-User Billing (EUB) model for USSD services, which began yesterday. Africa Health Report (AHR) gathered that under the new arrangement, the N6.98 charge per 120-second USSD session will now be…
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has initiated a flood awareness campaign in Lagos State to enhance prevention and safety, following the 2025 Seasonal Climate Prediction by NIMET. According to a statement released by NEMA on their X (formerly known as Twitter) account on Thursday, the campaign began in Oke-Isagun, a flood-prone community. NEMA officials…
In a strategic move to intensify the fight against corruption in Nigeria, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), aimed at deploying advanced technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in anti-graft operations. The deal was formalized on…
Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi in Kano The Katsina State Government has announced the successful neutralization of 12 armed bandits during a joint security operation in the Kurfi-Safana axis of the state. A statement issued on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasiru Mu’azu Danmusa, said the operation followed early morning intelligence reports,…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Abia State Civil Service Commission has announced the suspension of the ongoing employment exercise in the health sector, as previously advertised by the Ministry of Health. In a statement on Wednesday, the Commission’s Chairman, Eno Jerry Eze, assured the public that they would be informed when the recruitment process would…
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has launched Nigeria’s campaign for re-election to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C for the 2026–2027 term. The minister reaffirmed the country’s commitment to maritime safety, environmental sustainability, and inclusive global shipping policies. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser, Media and Communications…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation following the death of a young woman, Aladi Offikwu Johnson—popularly known as Tessy—whose lifeless body was found with her hands tied behind her in a hotel room in Gwarinpa, Abuja. The chilling incident has triggered a wave of public concern and outrage, especially…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has directed all accredited tertiary institutions in the country to immediately verify and upload their students’ data on the newly digitised Student Loan Application System (SLAS). According to a statement signed by NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi on Tuesday, institutions yet to join the system have been…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area (LGA) has called on residents to take urgent action against plastic pollution to protect their environment and health. Speaking during a sensitisation programme to mark World Environment Day (WED) on Wednesday, the council chairman, Mr. Oriyomi Hamzat — represented by Vice Chairman Mrs. Oluwatosin Akerele —…
In a bold move to sanitize market practices and safeguard consumer welfare, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has intensified efforts to root out widespread market malpractice in Abuja, warning traders against price-fixing, deceptive rebagging, and the sale of counterfeit products. Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum held in Abuja on Tuesday, FCCPC Executive…
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