Month: December 2024

NCC Boss, Aminu Maida, joins Global Telecoms Policy Board

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the International Institute of Communications (IIC).   The IIC is a globally renowned organization focused on promoting innovation and policy development in the telecommunications and media industries. Dr. Maida’s appointment underscores his contributions to the telecommunications sector, both in Nigeria and internationally.   Under Dr. Maida’s leadership, Nigeria’s telecommunications industry has undergone significant transformation. His tenure at the NCC has been marked by enhanced…

Gov Okpebholo pledges to revive abandoned Edo Line Transport System

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to restore the once-thriving Edo State Transport Company, Edo Line, to its former glory. The Governor’s commitment came during an inspection of the long-abandoned transport hub along Mission Road in Benin City, where he and his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, assessed the deteriorating state of the facility.   The Governor was led on a guided tour of the site by Jaffar Inegbedion, Fleet Manager of Move Monkey, as part of his efforts to gather first-hand information to facilitate the revival of…

Gov Okpebholo vows to restore peace to Okpella amid Kingship dispute

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has pledged to restore peace and stability to the troubled Okpella Community in Etsako East Local Government Area, following recent violence linked to a kingship dispute.   Speaking during a meeting with Okpella leaders, titleholders, and political representatives at the New Festival Hall in Government House, Benin City, Governor Okpebholo expressed deep concern over the unrest and assured swift action to address the community’s grievances.   “I felt very bad when I heard about the killings in the area. To me, it is not…

Edo State Governor appoints Dr Anthonia Inibokun Njoku as Chief Medical Director of Edo Specialist Hospital

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move to enhance healthcare delivery in Edo State, Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved the appointment of Dr. Mrs. Anthonia Inibokun Njoku as the new Chief Medical Director of the Edo Specialist Hospital in Benin City. The appointment takes effect from December 4, 2024, marking a new chapter for the hospital under the leadership of a distinguished medical expert.   Dr. Mrs. Njoku, a seasoned medical professional with extensive experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, holds an impressive academic background. She attended the College of Medical Sciences, University…

Nigerians brace for Higher Telecom costs, as NCC announces date for New Tariff Plan

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has scheduled the release of a new tariff framework for December 13, 2024. The changes, which could result in increased charges for calls and data, are designed to promote transparency and reduce the complexity of telecom plans.   During a chat with journalists in Abuja, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Maida Wada, represented by the Director of Public Affairs, Dr. Reuben Muoka, confirmed the date. The new plan was initially slated for release on October 27, 2024, but was postponed to ensure…

Gov Okpebholo pledges partnership with Traditional Rulers to tackle Insecurity in Edo State

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has vowed to collaborate closely with traditional rulers across the state in efforts to address security challenges and other pressing issues at the grassroots level. The Governor made this commitment during a meeting with traditional rulers from Edo North, where he emphasized their crucial role in ensuring peace and maintaining order within their communities.   Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his commitment to working hand-in-hand with traditional rulers in the state to enhance internal security and tackle grassroots challenges. Speaking during…

Capacity Building: Nigeria Customs hosts WCO, JICA workshop on African Rules of Origin

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The World Customs Organisation (WCO), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), organised a five-day workshop starting from Thursday, 28 November 2024, aimed at building the capacity of Customs operatives across African countries in the area of rules of origin.   Speaking to journalists shortly after declaring the workshop open, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Tariff and Trade, DCG Caroline Niagwan, noted that the two international organisations had formed an alliance to provide technical assistance. This includes training initiatives to support Customs officers across the…

Petroleum Products Smuggling: Nigeria Customs strengthens partnership with IPMAN, NMDPRA

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on 3 December 2024, hosted representatives of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), and Dangote Refineries at its Abuja headquarters. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi,who was represented at the meeting by the Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Enforcement, Inspection, and Investigation, Timi Bomodi. Bomodi stated that the meeting aimed to address the illegal exportation of petroleum products from Nigeria.   He emphasised the critical role of collaboration between the NCS, NMDPRA,…

National Assembly is committed to advancement of human rights – Speaker Abbas …… Assures improved financing for NHRC in 2025 Budget

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Speaker of Federal House of Representatives,Rt Hon Tajudeen Abbas said National Assembly has consistently demonstrated its commitment to advancing human rights through legislative action and He said significant achievement has been the sustained efforts to place the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on the first-line charge of the Consolidated Revenue Fund.   The Speaker stated this while declaring open Legislative Forum On Human Rights convened by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), as part of the weeklong activities commemorating the 2024 International Human Rights Day on Tuesday, 3rd December…

Gov Okpebholo woos Investors to Edo …… Pledges business-friendly Environment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, said his administration will create a business friendly environment to attract investors to the State. Governor Okpebholo disclosed this on Tuesday when he inspected facilities at a private steel manufacturing company located in Ogua Community of Ikpoba-Okha Local Government area of the State, promising a conducive and enabling environment for businesses to thrive. While he thanked the company’s management for contributing to the growth and development of the State, the Governor appealed to them to be faithful in their social responsibility to the people…