The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Crime Agency (NCA) of the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their determination to combat serious organized crimes in Nigeria and the UK by targeting drug cartels. The renewed commitment was announced during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between […]
The Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has announced that it will now hold Ministries, Agencies, and Department (MDAs) chief executives accountable for any data breach that takes place while they are in charge. The National Commissioner of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, stated the people in charge of the MDAs […]
Globacom, a provider of total telecom solutions, has reaffirmed its support for Nigeria’s traditions and customs in the context of nation-building. This was mentioned in a message of goodwill read by Mr Yomi Ogunbamowo, the National Commercial Coordinator of Globacom, on behalf of the Chairman, Dr Mike Adenuga, Jr., during […]
Gears Up for Nigeria Police Awards Night The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, has ordered the resuscitation of the Awards and Commendation system for the Nigeria Police Force, implemented under the guidance of his administration, to enhance motivation and encouragement among Police Officers. This renewed […]
Nigeria’s downstream oil sector, operators have disclosed that the Federal Government has successfully saved approximately ₦400 billion since the removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS). While this move has garnered mixed reactions from industry stakeholders, it has resulted in substantial savings for the government and raised discussions on […]
MTN Foundation, in partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), led residents in Lagos and Abuja as they took to the streets on an advocacy walk against substance abuse on June 24, 2023. The advocacy walk in Abuja […]
In a move to crack down on data breaches, the National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) in Nigeria has initiated an investigation into banks and telecommunications companies. These entities face the risk of paying substantial fines, potentially reaching billions of naira. The NDPC has received numerous complaints over the past few […]
In response to the potential risks associated with contactless payments, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced transaction limits that require verification and authorization for higher-value transactions. The CBN issued guidelines on contactless payments and outlined the restrictions to safeguard the financial system. Effective immediately, the transaction limit for […]
In a Sallah message conveyed through his spokesman, Mallam Garba Shehu, former President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed that governing a nation like Nigeria presents one of the toughest trials in life. Buhari extended his greetings and well-wishes to Muslims, extending wishes for a joyous Eid celebration and a safe return […]
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding the presence of counterfeit Dostinex (Cabergolin) 0.5mg tablets in circulation. The alert was prompted by a complaint received from Pfizer Specialties Limited, the manufacturer of the authentic product, regarding a patient’s concern. Although […]