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Telecommunications companies operating in Nigeria will now face stricter regulatory scrutiny over significant changes in ownership, following a new directive jointly issued by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). In a statement jointly signed by the Director of Public Affairs at the NCC, Mrs. Nnena Ukoha, and the Head of Public Affairs at the CAC, Rasheed Mahe, both agencies announced that any transfer of ownership or control involving 10 percent or more of the total share capital of an NCC-licensed communications company must receive prior…

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating Father’s Day, paying tribute to fathers across the country for their sacrifices, leadership, and contributions to family stability and national development. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Okokon Edem Iniedu, the IGP described fathers as critical pillars of society whose dedication to raising responsible children and upholding moral values continues to strengthen the nation’s social fabric. Disu noted that fathers play a pivotal role in instilling discipline,…

The son of the former kogi Governor ,Alhaji Sulaiman Ibrahim idris, popularly known as “Sule”, is reportedly ill. Reports has it and reliable sources confirmed his movement to Cairo in Egypt hospital ,after been diagnosed of an ailment in his “Rectum” known as “Cancer of the Anus”. Sule is a successful business man , a known figure in Kogi politics and the country at large. He has been bedridden over the months and on treatment at an undisclosed location in the capital of Egypt. Investigations revealed that such ailment as…

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has applauded several state governments for declaring a public holiday to mark the commencement of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH, describing the move as a demonstration of religious tolerance and respect for the rights of Muslims. In a statement issued on Saturday, Executive Director of MURIC, Ishaq Akintola, praised states that observed the holiday and called on the Federal Government to follow suit by officially recognizing the first day of the Islamic calendar as a national public holiday. According to the Islamic human…

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has approved the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Scheme of Service, marking a major milestone in the Commission’s drive towards improved efficiency, professional development and institutional growth.   The approval, described as the first of its kind for NIMC, is expected to provide a structured framework for career progression, organisational effectiveness and improved service delivery within the identity management agency.   The development is part of ongoing reforms being implemented under the leadership of the Director General/Chief…