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GenCos raise concerns over N4 trillion subsidy, condemn EERC Nigeria’s power sector is once again at a crossroads, as new tariff orders and the Federal Government’s failure to pay electricity subsidies have prompted indications that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) may be charging Band A customers about N50/kWh above cost-reflective levels to keep the electricity market theoretically liquid. The development, which has raised questions about long-term sustainability, investor confidence, and the future of state-level electricity regulation in Nigeria, comes amid a push for the Federal Government to increase electricity tariffs for band B-E customers. The Enugu State Electricity Regulatory…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Stakeholders from civil society organisations, regulatory bodies, community leaders, and advocacy groups have called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the environment in the Niger Delta to end pollution in the oil-rich region. The call was made during a community engagement on environmental rights and climate justice held in Ikot Ebidang, Onna Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, and organised by the Peace Point Development Foundation. The engagement, which attracted representatives from the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency, traditional rulers, youth groups, and persons with disabilities, highlighted the devastating impact…

In what can only be described as the most captivating transfer saga of the summer, Victor Osimhen has completed his sensational move from Napoli to Galatasaray. The Nigerian striker’s switch to the Turkish champions brings an end to a turbulent relationship with Napoli, while marking a seismic moment in both clubs’ histories. Osimhen’s transfer, reportedly agreed at €75 million with an additional €5 million in performance-related bonuses, could rise to a staggering €80 million. This makes it the second-most expensive sale in Napoli’s long history. Only Gonzalo Higuain’s controversial €90 million move to Juventus in 2016 surpasses it. Nigeria Super…

• Advocates renaissance in Osun politics• Voters’ll reject Adeleke for allegedly mismanaging N1tr revenue, says NIWA CEO• Adeleke flags off two road projects, restates commitment to service A former lawmaker that represented Osun East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Babajide Omoworare, yesterday, declared his interest to vie for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He said he was not bothered about anybody coming from outside the Osun APC to contest for the ticket, stressing that there is a need for renaissance in the politics of the state to foster good governance and socioeconomic growth of…

A federal High Court in Kano has dismissed a suit filed by All Progressives Congress (APC) to stop statutory allocation to the 44 council areas under the leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).  In an application moved on November 2024 by APC, chairman of the party, Abdullahi Abba, and one Aminu Aliyu Tiga as respondents, had challenged the constitution of elected NNPP chairmen at the councils.   The respondents had joined other parties, including the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Accountant-General of the Federation, Minister of Finance, Auditor…

Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI) has signed former Nigeria U17 starlet Ifeoluwa Olowoporoku, Soccernet.ng reports. The sports agency is expanding its footprint into the African football market and is betting big on 17-year-old Olowoporoku, who featured for Nigeria at the 2023 CAF U17 Africa Cup of Nations. Olowoporoku currently plays for Ibadan-based Triple 44 Academy. But as revealed exclusively by Soccernet.ng earlier in the year, he has already signed a contract to join IFK Gothenburg in the Swedish top division when he turns 18 next July. Why has Roc Nation come to Africa? Roc Nation Sports International is the global…

Global Rights has demanded that Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, issue a public and unreserved apology to a former Presidential aspirant, Mr. Peter Obi, over what they described as an unconstitutional and inflammatory statement by the governor. Governor Okpebholo, on Friday, stated during a political event that Peter Obi must obtain clearance from him before visiting Edo State. The comment, according to Global Rights, is not only reckless and legally baseless but also constitutes a veiled threat that could incite violence and undermine national unity. In a statement issued on Monday, the organisation demanded that the governor publicly retract his…

Agency Lawmakers from four northern states, Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto, have launched a coordinated legislative push aimed at reducing the number of zero-dose children in Nigeria. The commitment, now dubbed the “Lagos Declaration”, aims to address the country’s immunisation gaps. Amos Gwamna Magaji, Chairman, House Committee on Health Care Services, National Assembly, told the News Agency of Nigeria, on Sunday in Abuja, that the move came after a two-day Legislative Retreat on Immunisation Equity, held in Lagos from July 18–19, 2025. Magaji said that the event brought together key stakeholders from the National Assembly, State Houses of Assembly, and…

Super Eagles and Napoli forward, Victor James Osimhen, is edging closer to a permanent move to Galatasaray after a long, drawn-out transfer saga, Soccernet.ng reports. The 2023 CAF Player of the Year has been talked about for two consecutive seasons, in relation to stepping up after his career at Naples. Things haven’t been rosy for Osimhen in the Serie A. The 26-year-old had to battle injuries in his first two seasons with Napoli before delivering his prime performance in his third league campaign for the Italians, winning the Scudetto, alongside the competition’s golden boot. While the 2015 FIFA U-17 World…

Former lawmaker representing Osun East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Babajide Omoworare, on Monday declared his interest to vie for the governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He said he was not bothered by anybody coming from outside Osun APC to contest the ticket, stressing that there is a need for a renaissance in the state’s politics to foster good governance and socioeconomic growth in all areas. Speaking at the APC party secretariat located on the stretch of Akoda-Gbongan roads in Osogbo, Omoworare said, “I want to be the governor of Osun State because there is…