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The decision by Starlink to unilaterally review its subscription packages upwards did not receive the approval of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The action of the company is in contravention of Sections 108 and 111 of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA), 2003, and Starlink’s Licence Conditions regarding tariffs. The Commission commenced pre-enforcement action on the licensee on the 3rd of October, 2024.

L – R: Winner, Miss Iremide Ogunyemi of The Ambassadors’ College, Ota, Ogun State; and Executive Director, South Business, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Pamela Shodipo; at the prize presentation ceremony of the Fidelity Bank-organised Read2Lead Writing Competition held in Lagos recently.A student of The Ambassadors’ College, Ota, Ogun State, Miss Iremide Ogunyemi, has won N2 million cash, a publishing deal worth N2 million and another N2 million to upgrade her school’s library after emerging the star prize winner of the inaugural edition of the Fidelity Bank organized Read2Lead writing competition. This was disclosed at the competition’s prize presentation event held…

The Lagos State House of Assembly has asked suspended chairman of Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon, and his lawyer, Dr. Abdul Mahmud, to recognise the place of law rather than sentiments and emotions as guiding principles of legislative practices in Lagos State. The advice by the Assembly on Tuesday was in response to the purported reaction of the duo to the suspension of the council chairman by the House on Monday at plenary. The House, in the reaction signed by Hon. Stephen Ogundipe,chairman, Committee on Information, Strategy and Security, further advised Jelili against ascribing self-made meanings to the laws…

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) appears to have been compromised following confirmed reports that suspects remanded for the murder of Idowu Keshinro, a local government staffer have been freely using their phones.The suspects, Mukaila Olalekan Salau AKA Actor, Abubakar Sulaiman AKA Miyaki, who are notorious land grabbers have been threatening witnesses right from the prison through their phones.According to confirmed reports, they have been recording videos and sending it out there, boasting that their boys are going to kill witnesses that will be coming to court.Recall that both of them were arrested for the murder of Idowu Keshinro, a security…

The Gbemiga Abiodun Memorial Education Support Program has awarded millions of Naira to students in primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions across the state.The program is an initiative of the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and his family, established in memory of their son Gbemiga, who passed away on October 7, 2017.During the second edition of the program, held at Christ Apostolic Grammar School in Iperu-Remo, ₦39,750,000 was awarded to 159 beneficiaries from nine tertiary institutions in the state.Additionally, the foundation provided ₦14,700,000 to 294 primary school pupils and ₦36,600,000 to 366 secondary school students across the local government areas…

Barely 48 hours after he announced planned construction of certain roads and schools in Ikorodu, the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA on Monday inspected the SAIL Innovation Lab and Sport Centre which is currently under construction at Orimedu, Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State. The impressive facility is being built on a sprawling 6,000 square metre prime land, along the road leading to the Lekki Free Trade Zone, Ibeju-Lekki. The 350 seater capacity sport facility, consists of standard football pitch , with a basketball court and indoor games (Table tennis and Snooker), changing room facility and…

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday handed down an indefinite suspension to the chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area, Jelili Sulaimon. The suspension is with immediate effect.Sitting at plenary, the lawmakers resolved that the vice chairman of the council, Mr. Akinpelu Johnson, should take over the running of its affairs.The House further instructed the management of the council, including the manager and treasurer, to recognise the authority of the vice chairman and accord him all the support to make him work effectively.The chairman was suspended in a unanimous vote by the lawmakers over an alleged non-compliance, defiance…

The Platform for Educators and Private Owners of Schools (PEPSO) joined the global community to celebrate International Teachers’ Day with a series of grand events. The organization honored its dedicated teachers with a variety of activities including a march-past, games like “Pick the Balls,” and lively dance performances.During her address to the teachers, Dr. Comfort Otegbeye, National President of PEPSO, Lagos State Chapter, emphasized the pivotal role of education in shaping the world. “Education is the bedrock of the world. We are changemakers, and we are here to explore and transform the world,” she declared. Dr. Otegbeye encouraged teachers within…

Union Bank of Nigeria, in continuation of its on-going efforts to improve the standard of Nigerian education, has partnered with Nigeria Breweries, makers of Maltina malt drink, as the official financial sponsor of the 10th-anniversary edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Award.The bank is supporting this year’s anniversary edition, themed ‘A decade of inspiring excellence in teaching’, as part of its corporate strategy and vision to improve three core aspects of education in Nigeria: improving access, improving quality, and optimising learning outcomes through cross-industry partnerships.Union Bank, an advocate dedicated to ensuring the bright educational future of Nigerian youngsters,…

The Northern Patriots has congratulated Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi on being named the Best Nigerian Legislator at the Democratic Heroes Award Africa 2024. This prestigious award recognizes Bichi’s exceptional leadership, commitment to his constituents’ welfare, and dedication to Nigeria’s development.In a statement signed by Mallam Adamu Mohammed and Dr. Innocent Audu, the group said Bichi’s plp leadership style is characterized by inclusivity, empathy, and a deep understanding of his people’s needs. As Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, the group said he has demonstrated exemplary leadership, ensuring his constituents’ needs are reflected in the national budget.The group said his…