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The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has called on subscribers to oppose the proposed 50% increase in telecom tariffs by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in collaboration with telecom operators. According to reports, the Federal Government approved the 50% tariff hike after telecom operators initially requested a 100% increase. This marks the first adjustment in over a decade, with the government justifying it as a measure to revitalize the telecom sector, which contributes about 14% to Nigeria’s economy. In a statement shared via its X (formerly Twitter) handle, the NLC described the tariff hike as an excessive burden on Nigerians and…
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to reinstate 38 Nigerian Army officers who were prematurely retired eight years ago. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday, Falana, who represents the affected officers, urged Tinubu to acknowledge that the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari disregarded the National Industrial Court’s ruling and the National Assembly’s resolutions, both of which called for the officers’ reinstatement. He highlighted the lack of justice and fair hearing in the case, stressing that due process was not followed. Falana maintained that the officers committed no offense and therefore should be reinstated. Femi…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has obtained court approval to amend its charges against former Minister of Power, Olu Agunloye. Agunloye is being prosecuted by the EFCC on behalf of the Federal Government in case number FCT/HC/CR/617/2023. The seven-count charge includes allegations of forgery, disregard for a presidential directive, and corruption linked to the Mambilla power plant project in Taraba State. According to the EFCC, Agunloye awarded a contract on May 22, 2003, for the “Construction of the 3,960-megawatt Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Station on a build, operate, and transfer basis” to Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited without…
Super Eagles player, Victor Boniface, has debunked the rumours making rounds that he broke up with his Norwegian girlfriend Rikke Hermine. The Bayer Leverkusen forward, in a tweet on his X page, described the news as fake and deceitful. Recall that the news of the footballer’s breakup with his girlfriend has been making rounds on the social media for the past few days. It was alleged that Hermine demanded a legal marriage without prenup, a clause Boniface refused, effectively ending the relationship. However, in a tweet on Thursday, the Super Eagles striker refuted this claim, describing them as lies. He…
The NLC has warned of potential collective action, including a nationwide boycott of telecom services, to pressure the government and NCC into reversing the decision. Subscribers’ Perspective NATCOMS President Adeolu Ogunbanjo emphasized the importance of legal action over protests, stating, “Going to court is the civil way of doing things, not boycotting telecom services.” Ogunbanjo expressed concern that such actions could harm investor confidence, particularly as the government seeks to attract foreign investment. “We are not backing the NLC at all. It will send the wrong signals to investors. These are private businesses, and President Bola Tinubu is working hard…
A South African media personality Kefilwe Mabote has caused buzz after burning all her designer clothes after becoming born again. Kefilwe Mabote took to her Instagram story and disclosed that some people have been questioning her on why she burnt her Versace items instead of donating them. The media personality disclosed that her decision to burn her expensive designer clothes was out of conviction. She wrote: “I’ve been getting questions about why I chose to burn Versace items instead of giving them away, and I want to take a moment to explain with care and understanding. “The decision to burn…
A tragic road crash has claimed the life of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member travelling to the orientation camp in Ebonyi State. On Thursday, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Sector Commander for Ebonyi, Henry Igwe, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abakaliki. The crash occurred on Wednesday at about 2 p.m. along Amasiri-Okigwe Road in Amenu village, Okposi, located in the Ohaozara Local Government Area. Igwe explained that the accident involved a 14-seater Toyota commercial bus and a commercial Mercedes Benz tipper, which sustained significant damage. “From our preliminary findings, it might…
An embattled woman has taken to social media to seek help after being physically assaulted by her husband for what he described as an “indecent” outfit she wore to drop off their child at school. In a viral video, the distraught woman tearfully displayed her swollen face, claiming her husband attacked her after she returned home wearing a singlet. Screenshot According to her, the assault stemmed from her husband’s anger over what he perceived as inappropriate exposure of her body. The video has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with users condemning the act of domestic violence while debating societal…
A touching moment unfolded as Cameroonian football legend Samuel Eto’o stumbled upon a former teammate, now working as a security guard. In a viral video circulating on social media, Eto’o was seen pausing after spotting his former teammate in a crowd. The man, dressed in a security guard uniform, caught Eto’o’s attention, prompting the football star to acknowledge him warmly. Screenshot The duo exchanged pleasantries, and Eto’o graciously reminisced about their time playing together. Despite the somewhat awkward encounter, the footballer lightened the moment with his warm demeanour, smiles, and kind words before departing. The video has since sparked discussions…
Nigeria’s energy sector attracted $6.7 billion in investments in 2024, according to a report released Wednesday by the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Olu Verheijen. The “Presidency Energy Sector Wrap-Up 2024” report revealed that $5.5 billion was directed toward the oil and gas sector, while $1.2 billion was invested in federal initiatives and clean energy projects. It highlighted several significant transactions in the oil and gas industry, demonstrating increasing investor interest in Nigeria’s energy market: Renaissance Consortium acquired Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited for $1.3 billion. Seplat Energy Plc finalized the $1.3 billion purchase of…