Nigerians to pay 40 per cent more for calls, data in 2025

There is anxiety over a possible 40 percent telecommunications service tariff hike in Nigeria this New Year. This comes as telecommunications subscribers in Nigeria, under the aegis of the National Association of Telecoms Subscribers (NATCOMS), rejected the proposed telecoms tariff hike. The subscribers said it would be insensitive for the Nigerian government to approve a …

Abuja Police releases statement on VDM missing N180m NGO funds

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command says it is not aware of any reported disappearance of N180 million from the account of a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) run by social critic Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), neither is it investigating the case. Tribune reported that when contacted on Saturday, December 28, the FCT …

Former Gov, Odili speaks on Gov. Fubara and Wike from making Rivers rifts

An erstwhile Governor of Rivers State, Peter Odili, says Governor Siminilayi Fubara courageously stopped the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, from making the state his private estate The ex-governor disclosed that Governor Fubara summoned an unusual fortitude to confront the quest by Wike to capture Rivers State through ferocious but unnecessary …

Anita Joseph receives Doctorate Degree Award

Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has been awarded an honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanity, delighting fans and industry colleagues alike. Anita shared the exciting news on Instagram, expressing her joy over this significant milestone. Her post included photos from the conferment ceremony, where she donned a convocation gown, radiating happiness as she received her certificate and …

FG signs MOU with Japan to enhance rice production

The National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), Badeggi, Niger State, has formalised a partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to enhance rice seed production systems across Nigeria. The collaboration, cemented through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), underscores a commitment to strengthening the nation’s agricultural development goals. Focus on Advanced Equipment and Capacity Building As …

Ghana arrive Uyo ahead of their 2024 African Nations Championship qualifier

The Black Galaxies of Ghana have arrived Uyo ahead of their 2024 African Nations Championship qualifier against Nigeria. The second leg encounter is slated for the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Saturday. The first leg in Accra ended in a goalless draw. Twenty-six players and technical crew members made the trip to Nigeria. The …