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High Costs, Fast Data Loss Fuel Fresh Scrutiny Of Nigeria’s Telecom Operators
Subscribers Question Rising Data Consumption GROWING dissatisfaction among Nigerian mobile subscribers over what they describe as rapid data depletion has intensified pressure on telecommunications operators, with consumer groups, regulators and industry stakeholders calling for greater transparency in how data usage is measured and billed. The controversy comes at a time when internet costs have risen […]
Onose Callima-Inino’s Debut Novel Explores Hope Beyond Heartbreak
Faith, Loss and the Search for Healing ONOSE Callima-Inino’s debut novel, The Third Day, is an emotionally driven Christian inspirational novel that examines how faith, friendship and resilience can help rebuild a life shattered by tragedy. At its heart is Amaeze Igbinosa, a young woman whose journey from childhood loss to emotional restoration forms the […]
Peter Obi Defiant As Court Orders Fresh Hearing On NDC Registration
Legal Battle Over NDC Deepens as Peter Obi Challenges Court Ruling Judgment Reopens Dispute Over Party Registration A fresh legal battle has emerged over the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) after the Federal High Court in Lokoja nullified its earlier order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the political party. […]
US Imposes Sanctions Over Alleged M23-Linked Gold Smuggling Network
US Escalates Pressure Over Alleged Gold Trade Linked to DR Congo Rebels Conflict Minerals Under Fresh Scrutiny THE United States has intensified efforts to curb the illicit trade in conflict minerals by sanctioning Rwanda’s Gasabo Gold Refinery, two of its top executives and three associated mining companies over alleged links to gold smuggling operations connected […]
Akwa Ibom Road Inspection: Eno Uncovers Drainage Flaws, Orders Fresh Design
Governor Insists on Seeing Complained-About Section AKWA Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has ordered the redesign of a section of the Afaha Atai Road project in Eket Local Government Area after personally uncovering what residents described as defective drainage construction capable of causing persistent flooding. The governor issued the directive during an inspection of the […]
State Police: Hope For Security Or Risk Of Political Abuse?
State Police Bill Moves Closer to Reality as Stakeholders Demand Safeguards Against Abuse Constitutional Reform Reaches Critical Stage NIGERIA’S long-running debate over the creation of state police has entered a decisive phase following the passage of the State Police Bill by both chambers of the National Assembly, leaving approval by at least 24 State Houses […]
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Inside Calabar’s Forgotten Infectious Disease Hospital
The Hospital Meant to Fight Infectious Diseases TUCKED away along New Edgerley Road in Calabar, behind Zenith Bank’s Chamley Branch and a short distance from the bustling Watt Market, stands the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH), officially known as the Dr. Lawrence Henshaw Memorial Hospital. Established to serve as a frontline facility for the diagnosis and […]
Nigeria Ranks Third Globally In Student Migration — UNESCO Report
Nigeria Emerges as Global Education Export Hub NIGERIA has been ranked the third-largest source of international students globally, according to a new report by UNESCO. The inaugural Higher Education Global Trends Report revealed that Nigeria accounted for five per cent of all students studying abroad in 2023, placing it alongside Germany in the global ranking. […]
Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Business
Domestic Borrowing Surge Sparks Fresh Warnings Over Nigeria’s Fiscal Future
Federal Government Expands Domestic Borrowing Programme NIGERIA’S Federal Government has significantly increased its reliance on the domestic debt market, raising ₦1.2 trillion through a June Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bond auction conducted by the Debt Management Office (DMO). The latest fundraising exercise represents a sharp increase from the ₦600 billion offered in May and […]
Why Petrol Prices Remain High Despite Falling Global Oil Prices
Crude Market Reverses Wartime Gains GLOBAL crude oil prices have retreated to levels recorded before the recent conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, raising fresh questions about why Nigerian motorists are yet to experience significant reductions in petrol prices. The decline follows a period of heightened geopolitical tensions that pushed international oil prices […]
Oborevwori Commissions Zenith Bank Branch In Osubi, Seeks More Private Investments
New Banking Facility Signals Growing Economic Confidence DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has inaugurated Zenith Bank Plc’s newest branch in Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area, describing the development as a significant indicator of growing investor confidence in the state’s economy and business environment. The newly commissioned facility becomes Zenith Bank’s 19th branch in […]
Umahi Demands Lower Cement Prices, Warns Of Pressure On Road Projects
Government Raises Alarm Over Cement Prices THE Federal Government has expressed concern over the continued rise in cement prices, warning that the trend is placing significant pressure on critical infrastructure projects across the country. Minister of Works, David Umahi, said the escalating cost of cement has become a major challenge for contractors handling federal projects, […]
Politics
Peter Obi Defiant As Court Orders Fresh Hearing On NDC Registration
Legal Battle Over NDC Deepens as Peter Obi Challenges Court Ruling Judgment Reopens Dispute Over Party Registration A fresh legal battle has emerged over the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) after the Federal High Court in Lokoja nullified its earlier order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the political party. […]
State Police: Hope For Security Or Risk Of Political Abuse?
State Police Bill Moves Closer to Reality as Stakeholders Demand Safeguards Against Abuse Constitutional Reform Reaches Critical Stage NIGERIA’S long-running debate over the creation of state police has entered a decisive phase following the passage of the State Police Bill by both chambers of the National Assembly, leaving approval by at least 24 State Houses […]
Oborevwori Celebrates Gbajabiamila @64, Praises Legacy Of Public Service
Oborevwori Pays Tribute to Gbajabiamila’s Leadership & Public Service at 64 Governor Celebrates Former Speaker’s Birthday DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu and former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, on the occasion of his 64th birthday. In a goodwill […]
Okowa, Ukwuani & The Question Of Accountability After Eight Years
By BEST NNAZOM The Politics of Loyalty and the Burden of Expectations ONE of the more striking developments in recent weeks has been the vigorous defence of former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa by many social media users from Ukwuani and Ndokwa communities following allegations involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). What makes the […]