By: Godknows Igali Prologue As Nigerians joined the global community for celebration of one of Islam’s most treasured festivals Eid Al-Adha (feast of rams), denoting God’s great benevolence, the country was awakened to the realism of counting very priceless losses of two of its very bests. In rather ominous sequence, outstanding medical doctor and Professor, […]
Nigeria’s Oil Sector Teeters on Brink of Collapse as Regulatory Hurdles Mount- Engr. Emenike
By George Ozalla The Nigerian oil and gas industry is on the precipice of imminent collapse due to numerous cumbersome and unfriendly regulatory environment, according to Engr. Chichi Emenike, Acting Managing Director and Gas Asset Manager of Neconde Energy Limited. Speaking to journalists in Abuja during the just concluded NOG week, Emenike spotlighted the urgent […]
NASS Pushes for Full Implementation of 5% User Charge
By George Ozalla The House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the full implementation of the 5% user charge on petroleum products and diesel as stipulated under the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) Act, 2007. This commitment was expressed Thursday during an investigative hearing by the Ad-hoc Committee investigating the collection and remittance […]
NCC Photo News Kano
L-R: Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida; Jarman Kano, Amb. Ahmed Umar; Hon. Minister, Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani; Deputy Governor, Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam and Hon. Minister, Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, during the commissioning of NCC’s Digital Industrial Park in Kano State on Tuesday (July 2, 2025).
“ADC Unites Opposition Parties for 2027: A New Chapter for Nigeria’s Politics”
..decision was not made lightly- Obi By George Ozalla A coalition of opposition parties has formally adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as their platform for the 2027 Nigeria General Elections. The party’s leadership team, comprising Distinguished Senator David Mark as National Chairman and H.E. Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, was formally inaugurated yesterday. […]
NCC, REA Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy for Telecom Infrastructure
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have taken a significant step towards advancing Nigeria’s digital and energy inclusion objectives. On June 27, 2025, the two agencies inaugurated a joint committee to develop modalities for deploying renewable energy to support telecom infrastructure in Nigeria. NCC Executive Vice Chairman, […]
“Senate Confirms Oludare as NDIC MD”
By George Ozalla The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Thompson Oludare Sunday as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), a critical agency responsible for maintaining stability in the country’s banking and financial sector. Kabir Sabo Katata has also been confirmed as Executive Director of the corporation. The confirmation took place last week […]
“Nigeria’s Agricultural Renaissance: A Leap Towards Food Security and Prosperity”
*Feature* By Michael Adedotun Oke A landmark development is unfolding in Nigeria’s agricultural sector, with a series of strategic machinery commissioning events recently sweeping across the nation. These launches, spearheaded by both government initiatives and private sector partnerships, are poised to transform the country’s agricultural landscape, promising not only to combat persistent food insecurity but […]
“Tinubu Congratulates Adeniyi on Historic Election as WCO Chair”
By George Ozalla President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Comptroller-General of Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, on his unanimous election as Chairperson of the Council of the World Customs Organisation (WCO). Adeniyi’s election marks a historic milestone as he becomes the first Nigerian to head the WCO Council since its establishment in 1952. The WCO, comprising […]
“Kaida Road: A Forgotten Lifeline in Gwagwalada Cries Out for Urgent Repair”
Article By Michael Adedotun Oke While the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) proudly showcases significant infrastructure development, a crucial artery in Gwagwalada, Kaida Road, remains a glaring exception, bordering on abandonment. This critical road, extending from the mosque area in Old Kutunku and leading to bustling economic hubs, now stands as a symbol of the community’s […]
