The Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (MCSN) has commenced prosecution of both civil and criminal cases against some hotel owners in Abuja who have declined to obtain copyright license for musical works and sound recordings of Nigerian and foreign artistes played in their facilities. Speaking with the MCSN Abuja Manager, General Licensing, Moses Iorsheer, yesterday in Abuja, he reiterated that MCSN was set up to collectively manage rights in musical works and sound recordings of Nigerian and foreign artistes which has made them (MCSN) Owner, Assignee and Exclusive Licensee of copyright in musical works and sound recording in Nigeria. Iorsheer said,…
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By YU Dunhai, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nigeria A foreign head of state used to tell Chinese President Xi Jinping, “China has a major advantage, which is always formulating various plans and ensuring they are fully implemented.” One of the most representative examples he noted is the Five-Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development. President Xi Jingping emphasized that the formulation and implementation of these well-designed five-year plans reflect important experience on governance of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and represent a significant political advantage of socialism with Chinese characteristics. In October, during the…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to host the inaugural edition of the Digital Awareness and Sensitization Fora as a platform to strengthen policy and innovation for a digital future. The fora are to facilitate a conducive environment to build Infrastructure for Innovation and Inclusion and to lay a solid foundation for bridging gaps between policy and infrastructure for national development. The maiden edition, with the theme: “Leaving No One Behind: Digital Assets, Equity, and Empowerment” which is scheduled to take place on November 13, 2025, will bring together industry experts, policymakers, and community stakeholders to brainstorm practical solutions…
By H.E. Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador To Nigeria October 25 may appear to be an ordinary day on the calendar, but for the entire Chinese nation, including our Taiwan compatriots, it carries a profound and distinctive significance. On October 24, 2025, China’s national legislature adopted a decision in accordance with the Constitution,officially designating October 25 as the Commemoration Day of Taiwan’s Restoration. This decision has been warmly embraced by people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. It not only reflects the unwavering commitment of all Chinese people to uphold the one-China principle, safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, but…
Deeply concerned by the persistent wave of insecurity and its devastating toll on lives, livelihoods, and infrastructure across Nigeria particularly in the North, the Arewa Broadcast Media Practitioners Forum (ABMPF), in collaboration with the Kebbi State Government, has concluded plans to host the 2025 Broadcast Media Security Summit in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, on Monday, November 10, 2025. The summit, themed: “The North: Existential Threats and National Security,” is conceived as a strategic response to the deteriorating security situation in the region. It aims to provide a critical platform for dialogue, collaboration, and collective action among stakeholders determined to end…
Following a successful screening by its Committee on Communications, the Senate on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe (representing South West) as Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). Adopting the Committee’s report during its plenary session, the Senate also confirmed Maryam Bayi (North East), Senator Ramoni Olalekan Mustafa (South West), and Ikechukwu Ugwuegede (South East) as Commissioners of the NCC. Board. Other members of the Board confirmed by the Senate are Princess Oforitsenere Emiko (South South) and Christopher Sandy Okorie (South South). The Chairman and Commissioners join the Executive Vice Chairman, Dr Aminu Maida…
In a major operation in Kano, operatives of Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) today shut down the warehouses of five textile distributors engaged in unethical business practices. They were engaged in deceptive sale of underweight and shortened fabric materials to unsuspecting consumers in breach of the provisions of the FCCPA (2018). The enforcement exercise by the Commission was led by its Director of Surveillance & Investigation, Mrs. Boladale Adeyinka. Today’s action is a culmination of weeks-long surveillance around Kano markets by FCCPC and the establishment of the prevalence of the sale of fabric materials significantly below the standard…
By Miriam Humbe In operations across Nigeria aimed at curbing insecurity, the Nigeria Police Force have recently, arrests 9 suspects, recovered 2 AK-47 Rifles, 2 AK-49 Rifles, 1 Locally Fabricated AK-47 Rifle and 51 Rounds of Live Ammunition. Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO, Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed this during a press briefing at the FID-IRT Headquarters, Guzape, Abuja on Thursday. The FPRO also announced the arrest of suspected gun-runners and suspected arms dealers among others. Here’s a full text of the FPRO’s speech: Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press, you are welcome to today’s Press Briefing, which will highlight some of…
Development is an inalienable right of all countries, not a privilege of a few. Recently, Chinese Premier Li Qiang solemnly declared at the High-level Meeting on the Global Development Initiative hosted by China at the United Nations Headquarters that China as a responsible major developing country, will not seek new special and differential treatment in current and future negotiations at the WTO. This is a proactive step that China takes in support of the multilateral trading system, and a significant move to implement the Global Development Initiative and Global Governance Initiative. The tariff wars initiated by the United States have…
By Miriam Humbe The Federal Government has officially launched the Personnel Audit and Skill Gap Analysis Project (PASGA), tagged Project Phoenix, a strategic initiative aimed at optimising human resource management across Federal Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information & Public Relationsin the OSGF disclosed this in a statement signed on Tuesday. In his keynote address, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, represented by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Mohammed Sanusi Danjuma, emphasised the importance of this initiative in fostering a more competent and responsive civil service. He said: ‘‘In today’s…
First Bank has taken a significant step towards enhancing customer experience and driving digital transformation in the banking sector with the launch of another fully automated branch. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Group, Mr Olusegun Alebiosu, made the statement during the inauguration of the First Bank Digital Xperience Centre, in Abuja on Wednesday. He said that the bank’s strategic goals and commitment to creating a digital-first experience for customers. “With a focus on convenience, security and innovation, First Bank is poised to revolutionise the banking experience and expand access to financial services in underserved areas,” he said.…
The Oko Community in Orumba North Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State has finalised arrangements for the official burial and final rites of passage for its traditional ruler, Onowu Oko, Ichie Martin Ezeosim. Chairman, Publicity Sub-Committee for the Onowu Oko Burial Committee, Chief (Sir) Reuben Muoka disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The traditional ruler is expected to be interred on Thursday, next week. The demise of late Onowu was jointly announced by His Royal Highness, Igwe Prof. Laz Ekwueme, Eze Ijikala II and his cabinet; the Oko People’s Union, (OPU); and the family who have fixed…