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  • NERC Orders DisCos to Refund ₦20.33bn in Meter Costs

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on NERC Orders DisCos to Refund ₦20.33bn in Meter Costs

    The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has ordered electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to refund ₦20.33 billion to consumers who paid for their own electricity meters, resolving a long-standing backlog under a key sector financing scheme. […]

  • Tinubu releases funds for Nigeria space policy implementation

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Tinubu releases funds for Nigeria space policy implementation

    President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate release of funds for the maintenance of Nigeria’s space assets and directed all government agencies to comply with national space regulations, marking a significant step in the country’s […]

  • ADC Chieftain: APC a House in Commotion Amid Strife

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on ADC Chieftain: APC a House in Commotion Amid Strife

    A senior figure in Nigeria’s opposition has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of internal disarray, describing it as a party in “commotion” with leadership Fighting that undermines democratic principles. Dele Momodu, a chieftain […]

  • Nigeria Business Confidence Index Hits Record High

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Business Confidence Index Hits Record High

    Nigeria’s business confidence reached a historic high in February 2026, according to the latest Business Confidence Index (BCI) from the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG). The index surged to 117.2 points from 105.8 in January, […]

  • NATIONAL TAX REFORM A WAY TO GO

    By Henry Orji | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on NATIONAL TAX REFORM A WAY TO GO

    The Federal Government of Nigeria has banned roadblocks for tax collection as part of new regulations to implement the country’s tax laws. This move aims to eliminate coercive practices, enhance transparency, and support the formalization […]

  • Annie Macaulay Rejects Single Mom Label Amid 2Face Split

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Annie Macaulay Rejects Single Mom Label Amid 2Face Split

    Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has clarified her personal status following her separation from singer 2Face Idibia, stating she identifies as a single woman raising two children, not as a single mother. In a post on […]

  • Labour Party Leadership of Usman and Otti Attracts Defection

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Labour Party Leadership of Usman and Otti Attracts Defection

    The Labour Party (LP) has gained a notable new member with the defection of Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, a federal lawmaker from Abia State, a development the party describes as a significant boost following a period […]

  • Naira Stable in Official Forex Window as CBN Maintains Rate

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Naira Stable in Official Forex Window as CBN Maintains Rate

    The Nigerian Naira traded in a tight range in the official market on Wednesday, opening at 1,379.05 per US dollar and fluctuating between 1,376.02 and 1,379.05 before settling at approximately 1,377.04 by 7:30 AM West […]

  • Mosiuoa Lekota, COPE Founder and Ex-Minister, Dies at 77

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Mosiuoa Lekota, COPE Founder and Ex-Minister, Dies at 77

    Mosiuoa Lekota, the founding leader of the Congress of the People (COPE) and a prominent figure in South Africa’s post-apartheid political landscape, has died at the age of 77. The party confirmed his passing on […]

  • Nigeria cooking gas prices jump after Iran war halts exports

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria cooking gas prices jump after Iran war halts exports

    Global oil and gas prices surged following military escalation in the Middle East, directly impacting the cost of cooking gas for consumers in Nigeria and other import-dependent markets. The disruption began after Iran attacked shipping […]

  • Pakistan’s President Zardari urges India talks on Kashmir

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on Pakistan’s President Zardari urges India talks on Kashmir

    Pakistan’s president has urged India to resume peace talks while underscoring Pakistan’s military readiness following recent cross-border clashes with Afghanistan. In a speech to parliament on Monday, President Asif Ali Zardari positioned negotiation as the […]

  • FAAN to Enforce E-Payments, Stop Revenue Leakages

    By Ifunanya | March 4, 2026 | Comments Off on FAAN to Enforce E-Payments, Stop Revenue Leakages

    The Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Olubunmi Kuku, has announced a strict enforcement of electronic payment systems across all airport facilities to eliminate revenue leakages. Kuku made the pledge on […]

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