A yet-to-be-identified passenger has died inside a commercial bus at Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway, Kwara State. The incident, it was gathered, left other passengers on the bus in shock and disbelief. The deceased who is believed to be in his late 60s, tragically lost his life en route Ilọrin, according to one […]
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FCCPC To Review Fresh Hike Of DStv, GOtv Packages.
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says the recent price increases in MultiChoice cable subscriptions will be reviewed by relevant stakeholders to ensure subscribers in Nigeria get value for their money. The Acting CEO of FCCPC, Adamu Abdullahi, spoke exclusively to Channels Television on its Dateline Abuja programme […]
On Foreign News, DR Congo Accuses Apple Of Using ‘Blood Minerals’ From War-Torn East
On Foreign News, The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo is accusing Apple of using “illegally exploited” minerals extracted from the country’s embattled east in its products, Lawyers representing the African country said today that they have sent Apple a formal cease and desist notice seen by AFP, effectively […]
Fire Scare Disrupts Local Flights At Lagos Airport
A fire scare has disrupted local flights at Terminal 1 of the Murtala Mohammed Airport in Lagos. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) confirmed today in a statement by its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection Obiangeli Orah. FAAN said the smoke was first detected from the E54 […]
Police Confirm Ogbomoso Nightclub Killing, Detain Officers Involved
The Oyo Police Command has confirmed the killing of one Iyanfa Damilola at a nightclub in Ogbomoso on Monday and also detained officers involved in the incident. Police operatives were dispatched to the nightclub at the ”Under G” area, Owode Ogbomoso, while the 16th convocation of Ladoke Akintola University of […]
Telecom Operators Want Tariff Hike Over Operating Costs
Telecom operators in Nigeria have insisted on calls for an upward tariff review in a move to offset the soaring costs of operation and investment in the sector. This demand comes after 11 years of stability in tariffs, during which the industry has faced significant increases in operational costs and […]
FG To Integrate Over 20% Unbanked Nigerians Into Banking System
The Federal Government has revealed plans to integrate over 20 percent of unbanked Nigerians into the banking system. Vice President Kashim Shettima revealed this in Abuja today at the beginning of a two-day National Stakeholders’ Workshop on Economic and Financial Inclusion. According to the vice president, at least, over 20 […]
Security Agent Shoots Student Dead, Injures Two Others In LAUTECH
Security Agent Shoots Student Dead, Injures Two Others In LAUTECH Alleged accidental discharge from the gun of a yet-to be-identified security agent on Tuesday in Ogbomoso killed a student of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, and injured two others. It was gathered that the incident happened at the institution […]
US Congress passes Ukraine Aid After Months Of Delay
US Congress passes Ukraine Aid After Months Of Delay The US Senate has approved a $95 billion dollars foreign aid package that includes military support for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. The U.S. Congress passed the foreign aid late on Tuesday after months of delay. The Senate approved in a bipartisan […]
Delta Police Arrest Car Snatching Syndicate, 2 others; Recovered 12 Suspected Stolen Vehicles
Delta Police Arrest Car Snatching Syndicate, 2 others; Recovered 12 Suspected Stolen Vehicles …Others arrested suspects specialized in changing vehicle chassis, engine number and deactivate vehicle trackers By Onome Naomi A statement issued to the press by Public Relations Officer PPRO, Delta State Command Asaba, Bright Edafe, reports that, On […]