Fidelity Bank Slammed with N555.8m Fine for Data Breach As NDPC Cracks Down on Non-Compliance
The National Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has imposed a hefty fine of N555.8 million on Fidelity Bank for violating the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). This move marks a significant crackdown on…
Galadimawa: Bandits Wreak Havoc In Kaduna Village, District Head’s Wife, Two Children Abducted
A devastating attack by rampaging bandits on Galadimawa Village in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State has left the community reeling. The bandits, who struck on Tuesday, August 21, 2024, at approximately 11:30 pm, abducted the second wife of…
Nigerians To Pay More for “Upgraded” International Passport As New Travel Document’s Tariff Takes Off
In a move that’s left many Nigerians feeling “passport-less,” the federal government has announced a significant increase in the cost of obtaining the country’s international passport. The new fees, which take effect on September 1, 2024, are part of efforts…
Overcoming the Challenges of Money Politics in Nigeria: A Guide for Young Aspiring Political Leaders
Nigeria’s political landscape is notoriously dominated by money politics, where bribery, vote buying, and election rigging are rampant. This can be discouraging for young people who aspire to become political leaders but lack the financial resources to compete. However, it’s…
NERC Issues Permits for Mini-Grid Electricity Generation, Boosts Renewable Energy
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued permits to nine companies, including Golden Penny Power Limited and MTN Communications Nigeria Limited, to generate electricity through mini-grids. The permits, issued in the first quarter of 2024, have a gross capacity…
Unity Bank Empowers Youth through Digital Literacy and Innovation
Unity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting youth empowerment and technological innovation, creating opportunities for Nigerian youths to thrive in the digital economy. The bank recently hosted a high-impact webinar, “Exploring the Role of Digital Technology in Sustainable…
Governor Ododo Appoints 1,192 New Aides Appointed in Kogi State
In a stunning turn of events, Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo has approved the appointment of 1,192 additional aides, leaving many in the political sphere wondering about the motivations behind this unprecedented move. The newly appointed aides include Yakubu Abdulhakeem…
Edo Governorship Election: Dr. Bright Enabulele Projected As Front-runner with Promise of Trust and Faith
As the September 2024 governorship election in Edo State approaches, Dr. Bright Enabulele has emerged as a leading contender, garnering widespread trust and faith from the people of Edo State. According to a press release issued by Prince Oshogwe Adenomoh,…
Benue State Governor Launches ‘Save the Benue Child’ Project to Tackle Child Trafficking and Exploitation
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has inaugurated the State Steering Committee of the ‘Save the Benue Child’ project, a comprehensive initiative aimed at addressing the challenges facing children in the state, including child trafficking, exploitation, and abuse. Speaking…
The Patriots Clarify Push for Constitutional Reform, Call for Inclusive National Conversation
The Secretariat of the Patriots has issued a statement addressing concerns raised by some Nigerians regarding their recent engagement with the President on August 9, 2024. The group’s initiative to advocate for a new, truly federal constitution has been met…
