Author: Olakunle Oke
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The Federal Government has unveiled an ambitious energy access program aimed at transforming the nation’s energy sector. Tagged the National Energy Compact (NEC), the program seeks to increase electricity access from 4% to 9% annually, boosting access to clean cooking solutions and expanding renewable energy’s share in the power generation mix. The government plans […]
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vehemently opposed the proposed 50% increase in telecom tariffs, insisting that it will only accept a maximum increase of 5%. The NLC’s stance comes after the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) announced plans to increase telecom tariffs by 50% due to the rising cost of living and inflation. However, the […]
A recent report has predicted that Nigeria’s real estate market will experience significant growth, reaching a staggering ₦2.25 trillion by 2025. This projection was made by Dangiwa, a real estate expert, who cited increasing demand for housing and infrastructure development as key drivers of the market’s growth. The report highlights the potential for Nigeria’s real […]
Wale Tinubu, the Group Chief Executive of Oando PLC, made a significant revelation at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, stating that Nigeria has an impressive over a billion barrels of oil reserves. This announcement underscores the country’s immense potential in the oil and gas sector and highlights the need for effective management […]
Nigerian music legend, 2Face Idibia, has taken down posts and a video related to his divorce from his wife, Annie Idibia, on his Instagram page. The move has sparked curiosity among fans and followers, who are wondering what prompted the singer to remove the content. The deleted posts and video had hinted at a troubled […]
The Edo State Police Command has welcomed its first female Commissioner of Police, CP Folashade Adebayo, in a historic move that is expected to bring a fresh perspective and approach to policing in the state. Upon resuming her duties, CP Adebayo issued a stern warning to officers and men of the command, emphasizing the need […]
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, has made a startling claim that there are more “Yahoo boys” in government than on the streets. This statement implies that corruption and fraudulent activities are more prevalent among those in power than among the general population. Obi’s assertion suggests that the government is not doing […]
The Federal Government has approved N4 billion for a conditional cash transfer program aimed at supporting vulnerable households across Nigeria. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to alleviate the country’s deepening humanitarian crisis. According to Professor Nentawe Yilwada, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, the program will target at least 10 million […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to meet with telecommunications subscribers today to discuss the proposed tariff hike, amidst growing opposition from labour unions and consumers. The meeting comes as labour unions prepare for a nationwide protest over the planned increase, which they argue will exacerbate the economic hardship faced by Nigerians. The Association […]
Lagos State Government has called for concerted efforts to achieve a zero fire incident in the market places in the state with the inauguration of Safety and Emergency Marshals. The government through the Safety Commission said it has become important to have market representatives that will ensure emergency preparedness in Lagos Markets to prevent fire […]
