By Rt Hon Eseme Eyiboh, mnipr There are moments in a nation’s life when institutions are reminded—quietly but unmistakably—that time does not negotiate with comfort. Nigeria’s Senate, returning from the conviviality of Christmas recess and New Year reflection to the discipline of plenary, has arrived at such a moment. The period of acclimatization has passed. […]
NCC Unveils Q4 2025 Network Performance Report, Reports Steady Gains and Flags Remaining Gaps
by George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Wednesday 28th. January, 2026 released its Quarter Four 2025 Network Performance Report, presenting fresh data showing steady improvement in network quality across the country while acknowledging persistent gaps in coverage, upload speeds and the rollout of fifth generation services.The report was formally presented at the Commission’s […]
Millions of Nigerian Children Remain Out of School
By Prosper Okoye Millions of Nigerian children are still not attending school, a child-focused organisation has warned, as the world marks International Education Day. Saffron Social Development Global Foundation said large numbers of children — especially those from poor and vulnerable backgrounds — continue to be denied access to safe and inclusive education across the […]
NCC Moves to Impose N12.4bn Penalty on Telecom Operators Over Poor Service Quality
by George Ozalla The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is preparing to levy potential penalties totalling about N12.4 billion on major telecommunications operators for widespread breaches of network quality standards, intensifying regulatory enforcement amid persistent consumer complaints and service shortfalls.The regulator said pre‑enforcement notices have been issued to affected companies as cases progress through internal processes, […]
Benue to Set Up Energy Commission, Signs MoU with REA
by George Ozalla The Benue State Government has announced plans to establish a State Energy Commission as part of efforts to reposition the power sector, attract private investment and expand access to reliable electricity across the state.Governor Hyacinth Alia disclosed this in Abuja during a strategic engagement with the Rural Electrification Agency, REA, where the […]
Otti, Kalu Disagree Over Project Demolition
by George Ozalla Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has accused the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, of promoting political theatrics and disregarding due process, insisting that his administration has no room for what he described as petty political confrontations.The governor’s position was conveyed in Umuahia through a statement signed […]
NHRC Condemns Forced Evictions in Lagos, Flags Sit-at-Home Enforcement in Anambra
by George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has expressed grave concern over recent demolitions and evictions in Lagos and Anambra States, warning that the actions raise serious human rights implications.Dr. Tony Ojukwu OFR, SAN, Executive Secretary of the Commission, described the ongoing demolitions of waterfront and informal settlements in Makoko, Lagos, as alarming, […]
Failed Coup Plot Leader and Co‑Accused Officers to Face Trial in Nigeria
by George Ozalla Brigadier General Musa Abubakar Sadiq of the Nigerian Army has been identified by the Defence Headquarters as the senior officer at the centre of a failed coup attempt against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government. Military authorities said he and 15 other officers are to be arraigned before a military court following the […]
Akpabio Urges Senate to Fast-track Agenda as Plenary Resumes
by George Ozalla President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, on Tuesday charged members of the 10th Senate to approach the remaining period of their tenure with urgency and discipline as plenary resumed after the Christmas and New Year recess, saying the chamber has entered the final phase of its legislative work.Akpabio gave the charge in […]
Military Submits Probe Report on Alleged Coup Plot
by George Ozalla The Defence Headquarters has confirmed that the Nigerian military has concluded its internal investigation into allegations of a coup plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and has formally submitted its findings to the President in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.Military authorities disclosed that the probe, handled through established intelligence […]
