Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

In a bold regulatory enforcement action, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), on Thursday sealed the premises of Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IKEDC), in the Alausa area of Lagos, citing alleged violations of consumer rights. According to FCCPC’s Director of Surveillance and Investigation, Bola Adeyinka, the move was executed in line with the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018, after repeated attempts to resolve the matter amicably. “Sealing this facility is a proportionate enforcement measure taken only after repeated engagement and several opportunities for voluntary compliance,” Adeyinka said in a statement. “The seal will remain in place until Ikeja Electric complies fully…

The Federal Government on Wednesday arraigned former Minister of Aviation, Princess Stella Adaeze Oduah, and one Gloria Odita before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Maitama, Abuja, on multiple counts bordering on alleged fraud, obtaining by false pretence, and criminal breach of trust. The arraignment marks a significant milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to prosecute high-profile financial crimes allegedly committed during previous administrations. According to the charge sheet presented before trial judge Justice Hamza Muazu, Oduah and her co-defendant were accused of conspiring in January 2014 to obtain a total sum of N2,469,030,738.90 from the Federal Ministry of Aviation…

The Federal Government has approved the design and construction of a new headquarters for the Bank of Industry (BoI), at Eko Atlantic City, Lagos, marking a major step in the FG’s drive to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial and financial infrastructure. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Senator John Enoh, on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council (FEC), meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja. Key Details of the Approval Enoh revealed that the Council considered five key memoranda related to the ministry, with three focused on…

Former Anambra State governor and immediate past Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, has been arrested in Abuja and is currently in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The development was confirmed on Wednesday night in a statement by Ngige’s former media aide, Fred Chukwulobe, who dismissed viral rumours suggesting that the former minister had been kidnapped. Chukwulobe clarified the situation, stating:“Former Governor of Anambra State and immediate past Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Chris Ngige, is with the EFCC. More details later.” Rumours of Kidnapping Refuted Earlier in the day, speculation spread…

Commercial flight operations have officially commenced at the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport, following approval by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), for full-scale operations. The milestone marks a significant step in Ekiti State’s transportation and economic development agenda, fulfilling a long-held vision for enhanced connectivity and regional growth. Inaugural Flight Marks Historic Moment The inaugural flight, operated by United Nigerians Airlines, took off from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja at 10:30 AM on Wednesday morning and touched down at the Ekiti Airport at exactly 11:00 AM. The aircraft, registered 5B-BWY, carried a distinguished roster of dignitaries including: Olubunmi Kuku, Managing Director…

Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military personnel who were detained following the unscheduled landing of a Nigerian Air Force C‑130 aircraft at Bobo-Dioulasso airfield, a move Ouagadougou authorities described as unauthorised. The group, consisting of two crew members and nine passengers, was initially held for questioning amid suspicions that the flight might be connected to the recent failed coup in Benin Republic. Following investigations, they were cleared of any wrongdoing and returned safely to Nigeria. Diverging Accounts: Nigeria vs Burkina Faso Nigerian authorities maintained that the aircraft made a technical emergency landing on its way to Portugal. The Nigerian…

A deadly nighttime blaze tore through a four-storey residential building in Shantou, a coastal city in China’s southern Guangdong province, killing 12 people, state media reported Wednesday. The fire erupted around 9:20 p.m. on Tuesday and was brought under control shortly after 10:00 p.m., according to the local fire department. Despite firefighters extinguishing the blaze within about 40 minutes, the speed and intensity of the fire left little time for escape. Initial reports had confirmed eight fatalities, with four others taken to the hospital in critical condition. By Wednesday, state media agency Xinhua confirmed that all four injured victims had…

With just eleven days to the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle is grappling with a dual challenge: finalising Nigeria’s squad while navigating an ongoing dispute over unpaid salaries with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The tournament, set to run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, will see Nigeria compete in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. Like all participating nations, Nigeria is allowed to submit a squad of up to 28 players. CAF has set Thursday, December 11, as the deadline for final squad submissions, while clubs…

The Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC), has informed customers that there is a power outage affecting parts of its network — specifically around the Ogba, Ikeja, and Alausa axis of Lagos. According to a message making media rounds, the outage was triggered by a “jumper cut” at the injection substation operated by Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). A “jumper cut” refers to a fault that occurs when a jumper cable — a high‑voltage cable that helps connect transmission infrastructure — is damaged, disconnected, or intentionally severed, disrupting the flow of electricity. “Dear Customer, the current power outage is due to…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the temporary opening of the 37.9-kilometre Bodo-Bonny Road in Rivers State—an achievement widely celebrated as a historic breakthrough for the people of Bonny Kingdom, Bodo, and broader Ogoni communities. The opening marks the end of decades of hardship defined by dangerous river travel and expensive helicopter trips that residents relied on to access Bonny Island, the home of Nigeria LNG (NLNG), and other multi-billion-dollar oil and gas installations. The road, first awarded on December 11, 2014, but later abandoned, was revived on October 20, 2017, under a renewed contract with Julius Berger Nigeria Plc.…

Abuja, Nigeria – December 9, 2025 – The Nigerian Senate has granted approval for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin, marking a significant regional intervention aimed at stabilising the neighbouring country following a recent coup attempt. Tinubu’s Request President Tinubu formally submitted a letter to the Senate seeking consent for the deployment of Nigerian troops. The letter, read during plenary by the Senate President, cited constitutional provisions that allow the President, in consultation with the National Defence Council, to deploy the armed forces abroad, followed by timely Senate approval. The letter emphasized…

The Federal Government of Nigeria (FG), has directed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), to carry over 70 per cent of their 2025 capital allocations into the 2026 fiscal year. The directive, aimed at strengthening budget continuity and ensuring completion of ongoing projects, comes amid mounting fiscal pressures and constrained revenues. The Directive The instruction is contained in the 2026 Abridged Budget Call Circular, issued by the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and circulated to ministers, service chiefs, and heads of agencies. The circular outlines a new framework that caps all 2026 capital budget ceilings at 70 per cent…