FCCPC Summons MultiChoice Over DSTV, GOtv Price Hike

CommunityNewsNigeriaFCCPC Summons MultiChoice Over DSTV, GOtv Price Hike

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 25, 2025

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has summoned MultiChoice Nigeria over its planned subscription price increase, set to take effect on 1st March. The commission wants the pay-TV provider to justify the hike, citing concerns over repeated unilateral price adjustments. FCCPC spokesperson, Ondaje Ijagwu, confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that MultiChoice’s CEO has been ordered to appear for an investigative hearing at the commission’s headquarters on Thursday. “The FCCPC is deeply concerned...

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Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Files Lawsuit Against Akpabio

NewsNigeriaPoliticsSenator Akpoti-Uduaghan Files Lawsuit Against Akpabio

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 25, 2025

…Faces Senate Disciplinary Panel Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has initiated a ₦100 billion defamation lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The suit, filed at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court on 25 February 2025, alleges that Akpabio and his legislative aide, Mfon Patrick, made defamatory remarks about her. Specifically, the lawsuit references a Facebook post by Patrick, purportedly at the behest of Akpabio, which questioned Akpoti-Uduaghan’s understanding of legislative procedures and made...

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Exam Malpractice May Destroy Nigeria- Registrar NECO

EducationNewsNigeriaExam Malpractice May Destroy Nigeria- Registrar NECO

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 25, 2025

Nigerians have been urged to shun examination malpractice, as it is capable of destroying Nigeria and the quality of education remains the foundation for development. The Registrar of the National Examination Council (NECO), Professor Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi made the call while speaking on the importance of examination at the 50th anniversary of Government Science Secondary School Izom organized by old students of the school. According to Prof. Wushishi, NECO conducts five different examinations “The Examination...

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COAS, Gov Mutfwang, and Others Pay Final Tribute To Gen. Useni

NewsNigeriaPoliticsCOAS, Gov Mutfwang, and Others Pay Final Tribute To Gen. Useni

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 25, 2025

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang and other prominent dignitaries have paid final tribute to late Lt. Gen. Jeremiah Timbut Useni. Useni, who passed away on January 23, 2025, was laid to rest in his hometown of Langtang, Plateau State. During the funeral service at COCIN RCC Langtang, the Chief of Army Staff, Major General EF Oyinlola, represented by General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander...

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Local Government Vice Chairman, Others In Zamfara Kidnapped in Zamfara

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaLocal Government Vice Chairman, Others In Zamfara Kidnapped in Zamfara

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 25, 2025

The Vice Chairman of Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State Hon. Bala Muhammad Majidadi, and three others were reportedly kidnapped by gunmen. According to security expert Bakatsine, who shared the news on his X handle, the abduction took place Monday evening while the victims were traveling from Bukkuyum to Gusau, the state capital. Bukkuyum is among the local government areas in Zamfara frequently targeted by bandits, alongside Shinkafi, Maradun, Zurmi, Anka, Talata Mafara, and...

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Niger State Governor, Mohamed Umaru Bago Suspends Three Senior Aides

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNiger State Governor, Mohamed Umaru Bago Suspends Three Senior Aides

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 25, 2025

Niger State Governor, Mohamed Umaru Bago, has ordered the immediate suspension of his Chief of Staff, Abdullahi Usman Gbatamagi; Director General of Protocol, Abdullahi Yerima, and his Chief Details. Their suspension was reportedly due to alleged incompetence, though, no official statement was released regarding the decision. The move came as a surprise to the suspended aides, who had recently accompanied him on official trips to Lagos and Abuja. Governor Bago announced the decision during a...

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Barau Jibrin Donates 61 Cars, and 1,136 Motorcycles to APC Leaders in Kano

NewsNigeriaPoliticsBarau Jibrin Donates 61 Cars, and 1,136 Motorcycles to APC Leaders in Kano

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 24, 2025

Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, has distributed 61 cars and 1,136 motorcycles to grassroots leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, reinforcing party structures and empowering members at the local level. Speaking at the event on Sunday, Jibrin explained that the motorcycles were designated for ward chairmen, while the cars would go to local government and zonal chairmen. He also announced a ₦5 million loan scheme to help university graduates start small...

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Delta State: Gunmen Abduct Six Worshipers, Shoot Pastor In A Church 

Crime & SecurityNewsNigeriaDelta State: Gunmen Abduct Six Worshipers, Shoot Pastor In A Church 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)February 23, 2025

Six church members of Elyon Paradise Ministry in Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State have been abducted during a vigil on Friday, shot the pastor in a brutal attack by gunmen that left the community in shock. The attack, which occurred around 10 p.m. at the church near Delta State Polytechnic, left Apostle Divine Omodia hospitalised with gunshot wounds. The attack has heightened concerns over security in religious centres, with residents calling on authorities to take swift actions...

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None of the 31 State Creation Requests Have Met Requirements – Kalu

NewsNigeriaPoliticsNone of the 31 State Creation Requests Have Met Requirements – Kalu

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 23, 2025

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has said that none of the 31 requests for more state creation in Nigeria has met the constitutional requirements. Speaking at a two-day retreat in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Kalu, who also chairs the House Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, explained that the submission deadline has now been extended to 5 March 2025 to give applicants more time to meet the necessary...

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PDP Sweeps Osun LG Polls Amidst Controversy, Violence

NewsNigeriaPoliticsPDP Sweeps Osun LG Polls Amidst Controversy, Violence

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 23, 2025

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won all chairmanship and councillorship positions in the 30 local government areas (LGAs) of Osun State in the recently concluded local government elections. The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, announced the results on Saturday at a press briefing, despite opposition from the police and the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, who had earlier called for the suspension of the elections....

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