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Tunji Bello at 65: Profile in Diligence
By Ondaje Ijagwu As Mr Tunji Bello marks his 65th birthday on July 1, there is a natural temptation to measure his public life by the offices he has held, the policies he has championed or the regulatory milestones achieved under his leadership. Yet those who have worked most closely with him often tell a quieter story, one found in meetings, conversations and decisions that have gradually reshaped the culture of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC).
The implications of Nigeria’s First Lady’s N50, 000 grant By Chief Emeka Asinugo
Senator Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu The public controversy that greeted the announcement that Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, would provide N50, 000 grants to women to encourage them involve in such small-scale businesses as frying and selling akara or producing kulikuli revealed far more than disagreements over a government intervention.
Fix bad federal roads before embarking on new ones, Peter Obi tells govt.
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Peter Obi, has said that government’s efforts should be directed, more towards reconstruction and maintenance of the country’s dilapidated existing road infrastructure before announcement of plans for new road projects” Mr. Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), said this in an X post, stressing that he has “consistently advocated that we should refrain from initiating new road construction projects...
Paraguay kick Germany out of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Paraguayan players celebrating Dejected German players Paraguay produced one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating four-time champions Germany 4-3 on penalties to reach the Round of 16. The thrilling Round of 32 encounter finished 1-1 after extra time before Paraguay held their nerve in the shootout to send Germany crashing out of the tournament. Paraguay took a surprise lead in the 42nd minute through former Brighton and Ipswich Town forward Julio Enciso.
How Brazil fought back to eliminate Japan from 2026 FIFA World Cup
Brazilian players jubilating Brazil produced a dramatic comeback to beat Japan 2-1 and secure a place in the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner. The South Americans looked to be heading for a shock exit after Japan took a first-half lead and defended resolutely for much of the match. However, Carlo Ancelotti’s side showed their experience and determination to turn the game around in the closing stages.
Nigerian Revenue Service warns 318 tax defaulting companies in Abia of dire consequences
By Ijendu Iheaka The Nigerian Revenue Service (NRS) has warned 318 tax defaulting companies in Abia of severe consequences while counseling other companies to avoid infringing the law with its punishments. Mr Nicholas Okolo, Tax Controller, Nigerian Revenue Service Emerging Tax Office Aba, gave the warning to the companies in Aba on Friday at a seminar on tax reforms organized by Abia Shippers Association.
NCC Chief, Aminu Maida, is Special Guest of Honour at Business Journal Fintech & Financial Inclusion Roundtable 2026
Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) would be the Special Guest of Honour at the 3rd Business Journal Fintech & Financial Inclusion Roundtable 2026 scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026 at Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Victoria Island, Lagos. The theme of the Roundtable is: Fintech: Driving the Future of Digital Financial Ecosystem in Nigeria.
Before You Defend The Akara, Agbado And Kuli-kuli Comment, Read This
Before You Defend The Akara, Agbado And Kuli-kuli Comment, Read This by Odewaleadesoye(op): 1:12pm The debate about Senator Oluremi Tinubu's comments on akara, agbado and kuli-kuli has divided many Nigerians. Some have defended her statement, saying there is dignity in labour and that many successful people started from humble beginnings. On that point, they are right. There is absolutely nothing wrong with selling akara, roasting corn, making kuli-kuli, or engaging in any honest business.
Women in Aviation hinges industry growth on regulatory reforms, inclusion
Dr. Rejoice Ndudinachi, President of WAI Women in Aviation International (WAI) By Itohan Abara-Laserian The Women in Aviation International (WAI), Nigeria Chapter, says the industry’s growth will depend on implementation of a single aviation charge regime, tax reforms and gender inclusion. The President of WAI, Dr Rejoice Ndudinachi, made the assertion in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos.
Zazzau Emir faults lavish weddings, urges support for the poor
The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, has criticised the growing culture of extravagant wedding spending, urging Nigerians to prioritise helping the less privileged instead of spending huge sums on cosmetics and aso-ebi. The traditional ruler spoke on Sunday at the 20th anniversary of the Crystal Muslim Organisation in Abuja, where he expressed concern over what he described as excessive spending despite the country’s economic challenges.
Bishop Odedeji urges govt to deploy technology against insecurity, charges new priests on Godly living
The growing insecurity across Nigeria came under focus on Sunday as the Bishop of the Diocese of Lagos West, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Rt. Rev. James Olusola Odedeji, called on governments at all levels to intensify efforts to combat criminality through the deployment of modern technology.
Tunji Bello @ 65: Profile in diligence By Ondaje Ijagwu
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The President’s Police By Lasisi Olagunju
“The Federal Police Service shall temporarily intervene in the internal security affairs of a state and shall, to the extent necessary, assume specified operational responsibility, including temporary operational command of a State Police Service or any part thereof…” (Section 214(10). “(12) An intervention… shall be authorised in writing by the President…” Read those provisions of the passed state police bill again. Read slowly. For decades, Nigerians have demanded state police.
Katsina terrorists went to Mecca By Lasisi Olagunju
Typical bandits “Boldness, be my friend. Arm me, audacity, from head to foot.” Some live by that Shakespearean creed. They say aloud what society only whispers. They speak the unsayable, damn the world and make a difference. Northern Nigeria had the late Dr Yusuf Bala Usman. I think there is another one in Dr. Bashir Kurfi. Kurfi told Trust TV last week: “People are not following the reality of what is happening with this banditry.
Crude Price Fall: FCCPC Frowns at Exploitation in Oil Market
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has expressed concern over findings from an ongoing surveillance of the downstream petroleum market, suggesting undue exploitation of consumers. In its statement, the FCCPC stated that a review of the gantry prices of local refiners, marketers, depot operators, and retail outlet operators revealed token price reductions that are not commensurate with the steep fall in crude prices in the global market.
FCCPC Takes Legal Action Against MultiChoice Nigeria, CEO As New DStv, GOtv Price Hike Begin
The FCCPC has filed charges against MultiChoice Nigeria and its Chief Executive officer John Ugbe The commission is accusing MultiChoice's decision to implement a price hike despite regulatory directives. The case is now before the court and FCCPC is considering further enforcement measures, including penalties Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of business journalism experience with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends.
FCCPC probes Air Peace over alleged exploitative pricing
Advertisement FCCPC investigates Air Peace over allegations of exploitative pricing, consumer rights violations, and questionable fare structures in Nigeria. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has expressed concern over Air Peace’s recent public outbursts, accusing the airline of attempting to derail its ongoing investigation into alleged exploitative pricing practices and consumer rights violations.
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