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Telecom operators in Nigeria, in conjunction with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), are set to roll back the 50% tariff hike on telecommunications services, following mounting pressure from subscribers and regulatory scrutiny.The development was announced via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, revealing that the operators and the NCC are expected to revert toContinueContinue reading “Telecom Operators, NCC to Reverse Tariff Hike as Subscribers Lament Soaring Costs”

In a significant move aimed at revitalizing the nation’s economy, the Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to reducing transportation costs across air, land, and sea routes. This announcement was made through Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, emphasizing the administration’s strategic focus on enhancing logistics efficiency to spur industrial productivity and economic expansion.By tackling theContinueContinue reading “FG Reaffirms Commitment to Lowering Transportation Costs to Boost Economic Growth”

In a significant move towards bridging the long-standing disparity between Higher National Diploma (HND) and Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree holders in Nigeria, a bill seeking to abolish the academic dichotomy has successfully scaled its second reading in the Senate.The development was announced by Nigerian Stories via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, sparking widespreadContinueContinue reading “Breaking: Bill to Abolish HND-BSc Dichotomy Passes Second Reading in Nigerian Senate”

In a move that has reignited the debate over Nigeria’s fuel subsidy regime, the federal government has confirmed plans to settle a staggering N7.74 trillion fuel subsidy debt owed to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).The debt, which accrued as an exchange rate differential on the importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), spans fromContinueContinue reading “Fuel Subsidy Controversy: Nigerian Government Confirms N7.74 Trillion Debt Repayment to NNPCL”

A somber mood enveloped the Kutunku area of Gwagwalada in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Saturday as a man, identified as Abdulrasheed Usman, tragically slumped and died while breaking his Ramadan fast.The shocking incident occurred as Usman and three of his friends sat together on a bench, eating fruits to break their fast. AccordingContinueContinue reading “Tragedy in Gwagwalada: Man Slumps, Dies While Breaking Ramadan Fast”

In a bold and unwavering stance, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has strongly condemned the decision by some northern state governors to shut down schools for five weeks during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The bishops described the move as a blatant violation of Nigeria’s secular principles and a dangerous threat toContinueContinue reading “CATHOLIC BISHOPS BLAST NORTHERN GOVERNORS OVER SCHOOL CLOSURES DURING RAMADAN”

In a bizarre and unsettling twist, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has suspended Kabir Sani-Giant, the Special Adviser to Governor Nasir Idris on Power and Politics, after he allegedly brought a snake into the Government House.The shocking incident, which occurred on February 8, 2025, sparked panic among dignitaries, statesmen, and top governmentContinueContinue reading “Serpent of Scandal: APC Suspends Kebbi Governor’s Aide for Bringing Snake to Government House”

In a bold move to enforce environmental accountability, the Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy & Development (FENRAD) has taken legal action against MTN Nigeria Communications PLC, ATC Nigeria Wireless Infrastructure Limited, the Federal Ministry of Environment and Ecological Management, and its minister over alleged violations of environmental laws in the country’s telecommunications sector.The lawsuit, filedContinueContinue reading “Advocacy Group Sues MTN, ATC, Environment Ministry Over Alleged Environmental Violations in Nigeria’s Telecom Sector”

Following the Supreme Court’s landmark verdict nullifying the October 5, 2024, local government elections in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has assured residents that his administration will uphold the ruling and conduct fresh elections.In a state broadcast on Sunday, Fubara stated that he had met with his legal team, which is expected to obtain theContinueContinue reading “Fubara Orders Fresh LG Polls After Supreme Court Nullifies Election”