May Day: NLC Calls for Uniform 65-Year Retirement Age for All Civil Servants
Speaking during the 2025 May Day celebration held at Eagle Square in Abuja, NLC President, Joe Ajaero, said it was crucial to harmonize the retirement age and years of service for all public servants. According to him, civil servants should
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Banks Begin Charging N6 for SMS Transaction Alerts Today
One such notification from Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) titled “Increase in SMS Transaction Alert Fee” informed customers that the new rate would take effect from Thursday, May 1, 2025. The bank explained that the adjustment was necessary due to the
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Fubara Hails Rivers Workers on May Day, Urges Justice, Better Welfare
Fubara called on both public and private sector employers to respect labour laws and uphold the rights of every worker, stating that decent working conditions are not only a legal obligation but also a moral imperative.
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BREAKING: Court Reinstates Sacked Edo LG Boss
The judge emphasized that the purported impeachment was carried out without fair hearing and in contravention of relevant sections of the Nigerian Constitution and the Edo State Local Government Law.
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2027: Governor Umo Eno Set to Abandon PDP
Reaffirming his people-centered leadership style, Eno declared, “This government belongs to the people—it is for you, with you, and by you.”
Uyo, Nigeria – Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has stirred political speculation following statements hinting at a … Continue Reading
MTN Nigeria Posts N1 Trillion Revenue, Returns to Profitability in Q1 2025
MTN Nigeria’s Chief Executive Officer, Karl Toriola, noted that the company’s growth was bolstered by strategic customer value management (CVM) initiatives. “We maintained a disciplined approach to gross connections and churn management while continuously innovating our customer offerings. This has
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Lagos Govt to Launch Water Taxis Before End of 2025, Commences Route Dredging
The proposed water taxi system will include designated ‘water stops’—jetty points functioning similarly to traditional bus stops—to enhance route coordination and passenger access. Balogun said the goal is to optimise the state’s extensive waterways in the face of rising pressure
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Tinubu Approves Redeployment of Four Permanent Secretaries to Key Ministries
Walson-Jack reaffirmed the commitment of President Tinubu to building a world-class civil service that embodies professionalism, transparency, and a results-driven culture to advance national development.
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the redeployment of four Federal Permanent … Continue Reading
CAC Issues Six-Week Deadline for Unregistered Businesses, Threatens Prosecution
In addition to registration, CAC pointed out that any person who knowingly makes a false statement in documents required by the Act commits an offence under Section 862(1). Upon conviction, offenders are liable to a prison sentence of up to
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BREAKING: EFCC Arrests Lagos Socialite E-Money Over Alleged Naira Abuse, Dollar Spraying
According to insider sources within the commission, E-Money is accused of spraying United States dollars during public events—an action said to contravene provisions of the Foreign Exchange Act.
Lagos, Nigeria – Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) … Continue Reading