Nigeria’s telecom stakeholders have proposed a National Telecom Sustainability Index to measure ESG performance, digital inclusion, infrastructure resilience and responsible growth across the sector.
Category: Nigeria Focus
FG Suspends Niger NSCDC Commandant Over Deaths of Suspected Illegal Miners in Custody!
The Federal Government has suspended the Niger State NSCDC commandant and ordered an investigation after suspected illegal miners died in custody in Minna.
Emir Sanusi Warns Nigerians Against Selling Homes or Using School Fees to Buy Dangote Refinery Shares!
Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II has warned Nigerians against selling their homes or using school fees to buy Dangote Refinery shares, urging responsible investment.
FG Reviews Nigeria-Saudi Arabia Air Agreement to Expand Hajj Airlift Opportunities for Nigerian Airlines!
The Federal Government is reviewing Nigeria’s Bilateral Air Services Agreement with Saudi Arabia as it seeks improved airlift opportunities and better slot allocations for Nigerian airlines serving Hajj pilgrims.
Energy Costs Rise as Cooking Gas Hits ₦1,500/kg in Parts of Nigeria!
Cooking gas prices have reached about ₦1,500 per kilogramme in parts of Nigeria, putting additional pressure on households and businesses amid changing LPG supply and depot costs.
Sanusi Admits Delaying Telcos in Nigeria’s Financial Sector Was a Mistake!
Muhammadu Sanusi II has admitted that delaying telcos’ entry into Nigeria’s financial services sector slowed financial inclusion and discussed lessons for digital finance.
Otedola Bridge Crash: Five Rescued as Emergency Teams Work to Clear Lagos-Ibadan Expressway!
Five people have been rescued after a multiple-vehicle crash at Otedola Bridge in Lagos, as police, FRSC, LASTMA and other emergency teams work to clear the road.
Tinubu Government Steps Up Child Labour Fight as Nigeria Advances 2026–2030 Action Plan!
Nigeria advances its 2026–2030 National Child Labour Policy and Action Plan as updated data highlights the scale of child labour and the need for stronger protection, education and social support.
Yobe Police Arrest 240 Suspects Over Murder, Rape, Kidnapping and Armed Robbery!
Yobe Police Command says it arrested 240 suspects linked to murder, rape, kidnapping and armed robbery over three months as security operations continue across the state.
Tinubu Mourns Olu Jacobs, Hails Veteran Actor’s Lasting Contribution to Nigeria’s Creative Industry!
President Tinubu mourns veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs, who died at 84, as Nigeria remembers his decades-long contribution to theatre, film and television.
Nigerian Army Rescues 31 Kidnap Victims, Kills Terrorist Kingpin in Kebbi and Katsina!
Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued 31 kidnapped victims and killed two suspected terrorists, including a reported kingpin, in separate operations in Kebbi and Katsina.
Bolt Records Surge in Nigerian Driver Registrations Following Uber’s Exit!
Bolt reportedly recorded a 92% rise in Nigerian driver registrations following Uber’s exit, reshaping competition in the country’s ride-hailing market.
UCH Ibadan Health Workers Begin Indefinite Strike Over Pharmaceutical Director’s Reinstatement!
UCH Ibadan health workers under NUAHP have begun an indefinite strike over the reinstatement of pharmaceutical director Dr Adeyinka Ishola following a dispute over a Federal Ministry of Health investigation.
Akwa Ibom Pays Over N90bn in Inherited Gratuities, Recruits 7,069 Workers Under Eno!
Akwa Ibom says it has paid over N90bn in inherited gratuity liabilities and recruited 7,069 workers under Governor Umo Eno as the state expands Public service reforms
KFC Nigeria Brings Back BOGO Bucket Deal With 24-Hour Buy-One-Get-One Offer!
KFC Nigeria is bringing back its BOGO Bucket deal on September 17, offering a free second bucket of the same size across selected cities and delivery platforms