By Miriam Humbe The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has commended the recent enforcement action taken by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) against the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) for violating the Supplementary Order to the Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO) 2024 for AEDC. Dr. Adamu Abdullahi, FCCPC’s Ag. Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer said this in a statement signed on Sunday. This action includes a mandate for AEDC to reimburse all customers in Bands B, C, D, and E who were billed above the allowed tariff bands and to pay a fine of ₦200 million. It represents…
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Recently, there’s been a spike in cases of armed robbery in Karu LGA of Nasarawa State where young boys between the ages of 19 to 25 years go about in groups attacking residents and dispossessing them of their belongings. The Commissioner of Police, CP Umar Shehu Nadada rejigged the community policing template of the area by mobilising members of the public and Vigilante groups in the area to work in synergy with the Police. The strategy paid off on Friday at about 23: 45hours when information was received that a gang of 8 armed robbers were attacking some residents of…
By Miriam Humbe The National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) co-hosted a one-day validation workshop to brainstorm on a draft report on gender-responsive climate action in Nigeria. The workshop was held with the support of Global Affairs, Canada to evaluate the impact and status of policies, programmes and projects on gender in Nigeria and identify the gaps and areas of improvement. While declaring the workshop open in Abuja, the Director General of the National Council on Climate Change Dr. Salisu Dahiru, thanked the Canadian Government for the partnership. Ahmed Lawan Danbazau, NCCC’s Head, Press and Public Relations Unit made this…
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the posting of Police Public Relations Officers (PPROs) to various Commands and Formations, as well as the Deputy Force Public Relations Officer at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, to strengthen community engagement and strategic communication. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) revealed this in a statement signed on Saturday. The newly posted officers have been tasked to be professional in their dealings and foster unalloyed relationship with members of the Public. The newly posted officers and their respective portfolios include CSP Isuku Victor Edailokun as Deputy Force Public…
…We’ll Investigate The Source – FPRO The Nigeria Police Force has spoken on the recent circulation of a document purportedly containing conclusions of an investigation into allegations against the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa. A statement signed on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi revealed that the document alleged fraudulent misrepresentation, certificate forgery, examination malpractice, and perjury against the Governor. The Police said: “We wish to clarify that the said document did not originate from the Nigeria Police Force. “The alleged signatory, a Deputy Commissioner of Police, does not have the authority to release such…
…Reassures Prompt Promotion on Merit The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has authorized the promotion of 10,581 deserving junior officers of the Inspectorate Cadre, and the Rank and File. In line with this directive, the Deputy Inspector-General of Police overseeing the Department of Finance and Administration (DIG DFA) has been tasked with coordinating efforts alongside the Commissioner of Police (Welfare) to commence the promotion process promptly. The breakdown of promotions includes 9,831 Police Constables slated to be promoted to the rank of Corporal, 81 Corporals to advance to the rank of Sergeant; and 669 officers set to…
On Wednesday at about 2100hrs, a distress call was received that some hoodlums blocked Nasarawa – Keffi highway around Kemu village in order to Kidnap unsuspecting road users. DSP Ramhan Nansel, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) revealed this in a statement signed on Thursday for the Commissioner of Police Nasarawa State, Umar Nadada. Reacting to the unpleasant development, police operatives, in collaboration with the military, swiftly raced to the scene. On sighting the operatives, the criminals opened fire, and a gun duel ensued. One of the hoodlums was fatally wounded and one Ak 47 riffle loaded with 11 rounds…
…N7.2bn Cheques Presented To Families Of Deceased Officers In 9 Months — IGP The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, held a strategic meeting with Police managers comprising Deputy Inspectors General of Police and members of the Force Management Team, Assistant Inspectors General of Police, Commissioners of Police, and Tactical Commanders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. At the meeting, the reported notable achievements of the Force in mitigating criminal activities nationwide within a period of eight weeks since the last Conference, which included the arrest of 3,685 suspects, the rescue of 401 kidnapped victims, and the recovery of 216…
By Miriam Humbe The Director General National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar has directed that all newly acquired Search and Rescue equipment and consumables for NEMA zonal and operation offices be deployed with immediate effect as part of preparation for the 2024 raining season in addition to other disasters in Nigeria. Manzo Ezekiel, NEMA’s Head of Press Unit revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Mrs Umar gave the directive on Wednesday in Abuja during an inspection visit to NEMA warehouses to ascertain the Agency’s relief stockpiles and operational equipment. The visit was the first as she…
By Joy Adams It was indeed a night of glamour and glitz as the Nigeria Epitome Merit Award, honoured Authority Newspapers’ Correspondent, Stellamaries Amuwa, as Media Personality of the year 2024. According to the organizers, the Nigeria Epitome Merit Award was initiated to recognize and celebrate individuals who embody excellence, innovation, and positive impact within their respective fields. The idea was born out of a desire to honor excellence and inspire others to strive for greatness. Stellamaries is considered merit worthy for her selfless humanitarian services and as such awarded ‘Media Personality of the Year, 2024’. The Chief Executive Officer,…
By Miriam Humbe Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency, (NEMA), Mrs Zubaida Umar on Tuesday, received the UNOCHA Nigeria Head of Office, Mr Trond Jensen who was at NEMA headquarters on a courtesy visit. Mr Jensen said the visit was to reaffirm the commitment of UNOCHA to partner with NEMA in the areas of disaster management in Nigeria. DG NEMA, Mrs Zubaida Umar appreciated the commitment of UNOCHA and expressed confidence in the sustenance and strengthening of existing partnership between the two organizations towards achieving their mandates. She also highlighted some of her plans for flood early preparations…
The Nigeria Police Force, under the visionary leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, is set to convene a maiden landmark summit focused on addressing the critical challenges of police housing in the country. The summit is scheduled to take place at the prestigious Shehu Musa Yaradua Centre, Abuja, on the 22nd and 23rd of April, 2024. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) revealed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. Recognizing the urgent need to elevate the standard of living for officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police…