Special Report By Chukwudi George Ozalla A young woman’s distress call has turned into weeks of unanswered questions and growing frustration. Comfort Uwakwe, last seen in Epe, Lagos, reported being locked in a room and in danger, but despite repeated reports and the arrest of a suspect, the investigation remains stalled. Conflicting accounts, delayed police […]
NCC Licenses New Internet Service Providers, Expands Satellite Broadband in Nigeria
by George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission has issued new operating licences to six Internet Service Providers as part of efforts to strengthen competition, expand broadband access, and accelerate digital inclusion across Nigeria. The licences, effective from January 1, 2026, increase the number of authorised ISPs in the country to 231, up from 225 at […]
Nigeria Customs Endorses Africa Defence, Security Exhibition
by George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service has reaffirmed its institutional support for Africa’s first comprehensive Defence and Security Exhibition, scheduled to be hosted by Nigeria in 2026, as the country intensifies preparations to position itself as a continental hub for defence innovation and security collaboration.The exhibition, known as the Africa International Defence and Security […]
APGA National Chairman: Ezeokenwa Celebrates Birthday in Awka
by George Ozalla Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa, National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, 21st January, 2025, with a gathering that brought together political leaders, government officials, traditional rulers, sports figures, and supporters from across Anambra State and beyond. The event, held at Stanel Dome in Awka, began with […]
Nestoil, Neconde Supreme Court Ruling Deepens Focus on Legal Representation in Multi‑Billion Dollar Debt Dispute
by George Ozalla The Supreme Court has directed that the long-running debt dispute involving oil services group Nestoil Limited and its affiliate Neconde Energy Limited return to the Court of Appeal for review of legal representation, following procedural concerns raised in the case. The ruling comes after years of litigation over approximately $2 billion owed […]
REA, Niger State Align on Large-Scale Renewable Energy Expansion
by George Ozalla The Federal Government’s Rural Electrification Agency and the Niger State Government have agreed on a strengthened partnership aimed at rapidly expanding renewable energy infrastructure across the state, as both sides seek to close long-standing electricity gaps and stimulate local economic activity.The commitment was reached in Abuja during the 23rd edition of the […]
PSC Dismisses Claims of Promotion Delays for Inspectors
by George Ozalla The Police Service Commission has rejected reports alleging prolonged delays in the promotion of police inspectors who participated in the 2025 Departmental Selection Board exercise, describing the claims as misleading and unsupported by facts.According a press statement signed by Torty Njoku Kalu, Head of Protocol and Public Affairs of the Commission, the […]
Oranto Petroleum Rejects Senegal Government’s Claims Over Offshore Licence Revocation
by George Ozalla Oranto Petroleum has issued a firm rebuttal to what it described as a false narrative by the Government of Senegal over the revocation of its St Louis and Cayar offshore exploration licences, insisting that it complied with contractual obligations and invested substantially in Senegal’s hydrocarbon sector. The response was contained in a […]
ICPC, NEITI Strengthen Alliance on Extractive Sector Accountability
by George Ozalla The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission and the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative have agreed to deepen their working relationship to strengthen transparency, accountability and integrity in Nigeria’s extractive sector.The Chairman of the ICPC, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, gave the assurance in Abuja on Wednesday while receiving the […]
President Tinubu Hails Customs Chief Adeniyi at 60
by George Ozalla President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Customs Service, Dr Adewale Bashir Adeniyi, on his 60th birthday, praising his leadership and reforms that have repositioned the service.According to a press statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the […]
