Pursuant to Sections 17(l) (s),116 (2),124,125,138 and 155 of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act (FCCPA) 2018. In the coming days, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) will be engaging leaders of markets and others in the supply and distribution chain across the nation as part of a broader initiative to check exploitative pricing of consumer goods. While it is recognized that the exchange rate has impacted the value of the Naira, it is however observed that prices charged are, in most cases, disproportionate for imported products and excessive for locally produced ones. This unfair practice is…
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BY PROF MIKE OZEKHOME, SAN, CON, OFR He recently marked his 65th birthday. Precisely on 14th July, 2024, having been born on the same date in 1959. Prince Nduka Obiagbena has certainly changed the tune. Today, I celebrate my good friend Obiagbena, a visionary man of excellence, a trailblazer in the realm of Nigerian journalism and a true pan-Nigerian patriot. As the founder, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of ThisDay Media Group and ARISE News Channel, Prince Obaigbena has left an indelible mark on the landscape of Nigerian media and beyond. His latest innovation Arise Television threatens to pull the rug from…
As the holiday season is upon us, Smile Communications Limited is thrilled to unveil its latest campaign designed to make the holiday period even more special. This new initiative, strategically targeting the holiday season, is all about showcasing the many reasons why our customers choose Smile—and why you should too! The Essence of the Campaign At Smile Communications, we believe that staying connected is more important than ever, especially during the holidays. Our campaign aims to highlight the unique benefits of using Smile’s services and devices, emphasizing reliability, speed, and exceptional customer service. Whether it’s keeping in touch with loved…
***Torchlights Individuals Sponsored To Trigger Crisis In Nigeria By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Police Force has issued a stern warning against the display of foreign flags during protests and calls for a military takeover. In a statement signed on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi on behalf of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, the Police categorized such actions as treasonable felonies under Nigerian law. This followed a wave of violent protests, particularly in Bauchi, Kano, Kaduna, and Katsina States, where protesters brandished foreign flags. Ongoing investigations revealed that protest organizers in the…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has issued a directive to telecommunications operators to simplify their tariff plans, bundles, and promotional activities. Reuben Mouka, NCC’s Director, Public Affairs disclosed this in a statement signed on Monday. NCC said that the move aimed to provide clear, easy-to-understand, and accurate information about the cost of voice, short messaging service (SMS) and data services to subscribers. The directive, titled: “Guidance on the Simplification of Tariffs in the Nigerian Communications Sector,” was issued on July 29, 2024. It mandated Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to publish a comprehensive table showing the features of…
President Bola Tinubu will address the nation in a broadcast on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at 7:00 am. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. According to the statement, Television, radio, and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to plug into the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) for the broadcast. The broadcast will be repeated on the network services of the NTA and the FRCN at 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm on the same day.
The African Public Relations Association (APRA) hereby expresses unequivocal solidarity with the government and people of Nigeria as the protest embarked upon in response to the rising costs of living entering its second day. We call for sincere and continuous dialogue to ensure speedy resolutions of the issues that led to the protests. Protests and advocacies for improved social conditions are constitutive of civil liberties and central to democratic practice. Indeed, democracy dies without a guarantee of civil liberties. APRA, therefore, commends the Nigerian government for its expressed guarantee and non-aversion to the expression of the right to protests by…
***Cautions Amnesty International On Releasing Unconfirmed Figures, Reports The Nigeria Police Force finds it necessary to refute a recent report publicized by Amnesty International, which claims that thirteen (13) individuals have lost their lives due to the protests in Nigeria that began on 1st August 2024. Amnesty International further alleges that security personnel deliberately employed tactics designed to kill while managing gatherings and used firearms as a tactical tool for protest management. The Nigeria Police Force wishes to provide an accurate account of incidents from the first two (2) days of the nationwide protests. In Borno State, four (4) individuals…
Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, has called on accounting bodies in Nigeria to sanction members who violate professional standards. Dr. Aliyu made this appeal on Thursday while addressing the executive members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), led by its President, Chief Davidson C.S. Alaribe, FCA, during a courtesy visit to the ICPC headquarters in Abuja. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Ademola Bakare, the Acting Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the Commission. The ICPC Chairman emphasized that such sanctions would help…
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has commissioned the newly rehabilitated New Bussa Water Works in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information in the OSGF revealed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. SGF, who was represented by the Minister of State for Agriculture, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi declared that the project, which aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 6, aimed to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation. He said the project was part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts to improve the living standards…
By Miriam Humbe Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practice and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN has expressed his willingness to work closely with the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) to curb corruption in Nigeria. A statement signed by Ademola Bakare, the Acting Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson for the Commission said Dr. Aliyu made this known on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the INTERPOL to the ICPC Headquarters in Abuja. The ICPC Chairman who was represented by the Secretary to the Commission, Mr. Clifford Oparaodu, noted that Interpol was an international organization that facilitated…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry Of Environment has unveiled the sculpture of an elephant crafted from pulverised Wildlife stockpile. This signalled a climax of the disposal of about six tons of confiscated wildlife stockpiles under the custody of her Agency, NESREA, that is the designated CITES Enforcement Authority in Nigeria. The Sculpture, a first of its kind in Nigeria, represented the country’s zero-tolerance stance against wildlife trafficking and its dedication to protecting listed endangered species of Wild fauna and flora. The event marked a significant milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade,…