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NCC introduces telecom reforms to restore consumer confidence

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NCC introduces telecom reforms to restore consumer confidence

The Nigerian Communication Commission said it is leading industry reforms aimed at restoring consumer confidence in the telecommunications sector. The regulator has introduced new measures to enhance transparency and accountability within the telecommunication sector, PREMIUM TIMES was briefed. In recent times, the services of the nation’s major telecommunications operators have degenerated with users reporting persistent … Read more

Why I relocated to America – Actor Joseph Benjamin

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Why I relocated to America – Actor Joseph Benjamin

Joseph, who won Best Lead Actor at the Best of Nollywood Awards in 2012, also revealed his return to hosting TV shows with ‘Style Magnate’, a new Nigerian original reality series on Showmax. The post Why I relocated to America – Actor Joseph Benjamin appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Read original article here Denial … Read more

Nigerian govt charges journalist, others with spreading rumour of plot to remove Akpabio

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Nigerian govt charges journalist, others with spreading rumour of plot to remove Akpabio

The federal government has filed six charges against nine defendants disseminating false information of an alleged plot to remove Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The Deputy Director, Public Prosecution of the Federation at the Federal Ministry of Justice, A. A. Yusuf, filed the case at the Federal High Court in Abuja on 21 October. The News … Read more

Nigerian senator admits NDLEA raided his house

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Nigerian senator admits NDLEA raided his house

The Kwara South Senator, Oyelola Ashiru, has confirmed that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) raided his Ilorin residence but insisted that the anti-drug agency did not find any hard drugs or other illicit substances in the process. Mr Ashiru, the deputy senate leader, disclosed this in a statement by his legislative aide, Olaitan … Read more

Nigerian university students reject proposed fee hike

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Nigerian university students reject proposed fee hike

The leadership of the Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has opposed the proposed increase in tuition and accommodation fees as announced by the university’s management. The union disclosed this in a statement signed by the President, Omoboriowo Isaac, and Secretary General, Babatimehin Kinfeosi, following an emergency meeting with the school management. According … Read more

Police clear actress Lizzy Anjorin

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Police clear actress Lizzy Anjorin

About eight months after she was accused of stealing gold and engaging in a fraudulent transaction at the Idumota Market, actress Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal has been cleared by the police. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed the development to PREMIUM TIMES on Friday. In February, some traders at the Idumota Market on Lagos Island accused the … Read more

Enugu govt demolishes another building used as kidnappers’ hideout

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Enugu govt demolishes another building used as kidnappers’ hideout

The Enugu State Government, on Friday, demolished another building used as a hideout by kidnappers in Enugu State. The building, a twin bungalow, was located at Nokpa-Nike, a community in Enugu East Local Government Area of the state. The Chairperson of the Enugu Capital Territory Development Authority, Uche Anya, told reporters that the building had … Read more

‘Address me as His Imperial Majesty’— Oluwo of Iwo to ‘admirers’, public

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‘Address me as His Imperial Majesty’— Oluwo of Iwo to ‘admirers’, public

The Oluwo of Iwo land, Adewale Akanbi (Telu 1), has notified Nigerians of his preference for being addressed as ‘His Imperial Majesty.’ Imperial Majesty is a title used to denote a person of high rank or authority, particularly an emperor or empress. It signifies their supreme power and authority over an empire. The Oluwo of … Read more

Group to launch book on how to influence change in Nigeria

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Group to launch book on how to influence change in Nigeria

Thoughts and Mace (T&M), an organisation advocating for best governance practices in Africa, is set to launch a book that showcases the power of collective and consistent action in influencing change. Titled, “It is imPOSSIBLE: Influencing Change in Nigeria,” the book will be officially launched on Monday in Abuja. Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is … Read more

Men who can’t feed their families have no right to sex— Kanayo O Kanayo

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Men who can’t feed their families have no right to sex— Kanayo O Kanayo

Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has stated that men who cannot provide for their families have no right to demand sex from their wives. The actor, whose persona is often dubbed as “Nnanyi Sacrifice” (The Father of Sacrifices), shared the controversial stance in an Instagram post on Sunday. Kanayo, known for his frank opinions, … Read more