Wike Orders Security Agencies to Monitor Influx of Suspicious Individuals into FCT

Wike Orders Security Agencies to Monitor Influx of Suspicious Individuals into FCT

By Sofiat Adenekan The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has directed security agencies to closely monitor the movement of individuals into the territory, particularly those who could pose security threats. The Commissioner of Police in the FCT, Olatunji Disu, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists on the outcome of the FCT Security Committee meeting held in Abuja. The meeting, chaired by Wike, was attended […]

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NILDS Pushes for Stronger Gender Inclusion in Nigeria’s Legislature

By Sofiat Adenekan The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, NILDS, is pushing for greater gender inclusion in Nigeria’s legislative process. At a validation workshop in Abuja, NILDS Director-General, Prof. Abubakar Suleiman, stressed the slow progress in women’s empowerment despite various initiatives. He highlighted the 2023 general elections, where female representation in governance remained below 5%, warning that this could hinder women’s participation in policymaking and socio-economic development. Prof. […]

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NDLEA Declares Four Members Of ‘Barryshine’ Drug Cartel Wanted

Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has declared four associates of Lagos drug kingpin, Suleiman Aremu Ganiu (a.k.a Barryshine, Ejeoto) wanted for their involvement in multiple drug trafficking activities for which ‘Barryshine’ is currently facing criminal charges at a Federal High Court in Lagos. A statement on Monday by the spokesperson of the NDLEA said the decision to declare the suspects wanted followed an order granted to […]

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Economy

Court Affirms FCCPC Regulatory Authority In Telecom Sector

Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled in favour of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission in a legal dispute involving MTN Nigeria, affirming the commission’s regulatory authority over competition and consumer protection in the telecommunications sector. This is according to a statement by the Director of Corporate Affairs at FCCPC, Ondaje Ijagwu, who described the ruling as a significant affirmation of the commission’s statutory mandate. […]

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Economy

Customs Hosts High-Level Forum for Government-Owned Companies

Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has underscored the significance of corporate governance, financial autonomy, and operational efficiency in managing government-owned enterprises, particularly those under military and paramilitary organisations. Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, stated this when the NCS hosted a high-level roundtable discussion for key stakeholders from the military, paramilitary, and financial sectors on operational best practices for government-owned companies at its Headquarters in Maitama Abuja. In […]

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Economy

NAICOM, NEMSA Partners On Electrical Safety, Insurance Compliance

Oluwakemi Kindness The National Insurance Commission and the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency have entered into a historic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding on electrical safety and enhancing insurance compliance. This collaborative effort aims to establish a framework for mutual understanding and cooperation in achieving their regulatory obligations, prioritizing the safety of lives and property in relation to electrical incidents. At the signing ceremony at the NAICOM Headquarters, the […]

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OrderPaper Rebrands to Strengthen Parliamentary Monitoring and Public Policy Advocacy

Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s independent parliamentary monitoring organization, OrderPaper, has announce a significant rebranding initiative designed to strengthen parliamentary monitoring, public policy advocacy while reinforcing its identity. This transformation reflects OrderPaper’s continued dedication to bridging the gap between parliament, policy, and the public through the strategic use of data and technology to drive civic engagement and improve governance. According to it Chief Executive Officer, Oke Epia, the rebranding is more than […]

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Insecurity: Governor Ododo Calls for Improved Collaboration Among Security Agencies

By Chinedu Echianu The Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has called for deeper collaboration among security agencies operating in the state to advance the administration’s zero tolerance for crime in all parts of the state. A statement signed by Ismaila Isah, Special Adviser on Media to the Governor noted that Governor Ododo disclosed this during a meeting with Local Government Chairmen, members of the state's vigilante service and professional […]

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Economy

Occupational Safety: Labour Ministry Inspects Lagos Factories

By Chinedu Echianu The Ministry of Labour and Employment has conducted an inspection of factories of leading companies in Lagos State, as part of the commitment of the Federal Government to enforcing compliance with occupational safety and health (OSH) standards and labour laws. During the two-day exercise, the inspection team, led by the Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, visited the factories of Cadbury Plc, Nestle […]

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