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BEDC ELECTRICITY: WHY ARE CUSTOMERS PAYING MORE FOR LESS?
MAJORITY OJI raises questions about consumer protection, regulation, and transparency Electricity consumers in the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) area are increasingly frustrated by what they describe as BEDC-induced problems.
EVERYTHING TO PLAY FOR
Edo marks 35th anniversary, while the Governor celebrates 56th birthday, writes JOHN MAYAKI As Edo marked 35 years of statehood, Governor Monday Okpebholo turned 56 two days later. What followed was more
UNILAG AND ODL CONTENTS
VICTOR C. ARIOLE argues that the Open distance learning will help million of youths to receive university education According to the Vice Chancellor of University of Lagos (UNILAG) Professor Folasade
BEYOND DECRIMINALISING SUICIDES
The authorities must do more to contain the growing problem As Nigeria joins other countries today to mark the 2026 World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), it is important for critical stakeholders to join the
Stock Market Drops by N1.65tn Ahead of Dangote Refinery IPO
Kayode Tokede The Nigerian stock market yesterday extended its downward trend, shedding N1.67 trillion by market capitalisation days to the Initial Public Offer (IPO) of Dangote Refinery. The All-Share Index
CBN warns banks, fintechs over cyber risks
…Says weak links could destabilise financial system By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau Chief ABUJA: The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has urged banks, fintechs and other financial institutions to treat
Diphtheria: No outbreak in Lagos – Abayomi
… Says 53 suspected cases recorded this year… Urges parents to complete children’s 3 immunization dosesBy Chioma Obinna The Lagos state Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi on Wednesday raised
Exams and the ‘Wushishi’ Option
By Olusegun Adeniyi Having built a system that encourages ‘success’ at any cost, it is no surprise that increasing numbers of students (at all levels of education in Nigeria) are
Akano Named Global Finalist for 2026 Humanity Flourish Prize
Founder/CEO of New Horizons Africa Group and one of Africa’s technopreneurs, Mr. Timothy Olukayode Akano, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Humanity Flourishing Prize. The nomination places Akano
Saviynt Appoints Heus VP Sales for Middle East, Africa
Saviynt, a leading provider of identity security solutions, has announced the appointment of Kamel Heus as Vice President of Sales for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Based in Dubai,
