We Are Resolving MTN, Airtel Network Challenges In Abuja, NCC Assures Subscribers

December 13, 2025

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has assured subscribers of its swift moves to resolve the Quality of Service (QoS) challenges being experienced in Abuja, especially the network connections.

In a statement, Head of Public Affairs of NCC, Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, said that the Commission is collaborating with major stakeholders and licensees to address these challenges, which was largely caused “by disruption to diesel supply affecting IHS Nigeria Limited, the colocation provider responsible for powering Airtel and MTN base stations in the affected areas.”
NCC confirmed that the challenges are a result of the activities of the National Oil and Gas Suppliers Association (NOGASA), which disrupted diesel supplies to sites with the attendant telecommunications services outages in Abuja.”
It assured subscribers of its commitment to ensuring seamless communication services for all Nigerians, saying that it recognizes the importance of reliable power supply for the provision of optimal telecommunication services.
“The NCC is actively engaging with relevant stakeholders to address the diesel supply issues and explore sustainable solutions.”
The Commission urges all parties to work together to collaboratively resolve these challenges swiftly by removing the diesel supply bottlenecks affecting critical telecommunications infrastructure, arising from NOGASA’s actions.
” In the face of these challenges, we reiterate our commitment to fostering a conducive environment for the growth and sustainability of telecommunications services in Nigeria. We are taking proactive steps to facilitate dialogues between the impacted service providers and other stakeholders to promptly resolve the diesel supply concerns that have negatively impacted service quality.
” The Commission remains dedicated to effectively managing the situation and will keep the public updated on progress towards restoring full telecommunication services in Abuja.
“We thank telecommunications subscribers for their understanding and patience during this period and reaffirm our commitment to delivering high-quality telecommunications services nationwide.”

Chamber Of Commerce Commends Gov Ododo For Establishing Ajaokuta As Industrial Hub

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December 13, 2025

The Ajaokuta Chamber of Commerce,
Industries, Mines and Agriculture (AJACCIMA) has commended the State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo for the establishment of Ajaokuta as a new industrial hub in the State, describing it as visionary.
In a statement by the Director General, Alhaji Ibrahim Aliyu, AJACCIMA said that the establishment of Ajaokuta city as the
new industrial hub of the state is a game-changer for the state’s economy and
a testament to Governor Ododo’s commitment to revitalizing the industrial sector and driving sustainable growth and development in Kogi State.
AJACCIMA applauded the governor’s efforts to attract investments, create jobs and stimulate economic activity in Ajaokuta and its environs.
“The development of Ajaokuta city as
an industrial hub is expected to unlock new opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs and the local community.

The Director-General of AJACCIMA, particularly assured members of the group as well as stakeholders of the unwavering support “for this initiative and our commitment to partnering with the state government to drive the growth and development of Ajaokuta city.
“We urge all stakeholders to join us in celebrating this milestone achievement and to seize the opportunities presented by this
initiative.”

Supreme Court To Tinubu: You Can’t Exercise Executive Power Over Case Of Culpable Homicide

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December 12, 2025

The Supreme court of Nigeria has written off Presidential pardon on Maryam Sanda as granted by President Bola Tinubu recently.
In a split decision of four-to-one, today, December 12, the Supreme court affirmed the death sentence handed Sanda by the Court of Appeal, Abuja which upheld the decision of a HIgh Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). She would now face death by hanging.
In a lead judgement, Justice Moore Adumein held that it was wrong for the President to seek to exercise executive power of pardon over a case of culpable homicide, in respect of which an appeal was pending.
The Supreme court insisted that the prosecution had proved the case beyond reasonable doubt as required, adding that the Court of Appeal was right to have affirmed the judgement of the trial court.
The Apex Court looked at all the issues raised in the appeal she filed against her and dismissed the appeal for being without merit.
Maryam Sanda, a housewife in Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, was in 2020, sentenced to death by hanging for killing her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, during a domestic dispute.
President Tinubu later this year, cancelled the judicial pronouncement and reduced her sentence to 12 years imprisonment on what was termed “compassionate grounds.”

Dangote Refinery Crashes Fuel Price To N699 Per Litre

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December 12, 2025

Information reaching us at Greenbarge Reporters online newspaper has indicated the tumbling down of ex-depot petrol price of the Dangote Refinery to N699 per litre. The pump price was before now N828 per liter.
This is coming about 24 hours after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) announced the reduction of its pump price to a little above N900 per liter.
The reduction by the Dangote Refinery in price of fuel represents 15.58 per cent from the previous price.
The latest adjustment, according to information, is the company’s 20th price review this year.
Dangote Refinery’s ex-depot price review came today, December 12, in the wake of announcements by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company and fuel filling stations of at least two price reductions in the past three weeks, pushing the retail price between N915 and N937 per litre in Abuja.

Insecurity: President Tinubu Opts For Ranching

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December 10, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has directed the establishment of ranching, especially in conflict areas of the country.
According to the President, implementing ranching is being aimed at reducing conflicts between herders and farmers as well as attacks on the most vulnerable members of society.
He directed the Minister of Livestock, at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting today, December 10, “to see which village or grazing area can be rehabilitated for ranching.”
He also directed the minister of livestock to commence the mobilisation process, with particular emphasis on areas facing conflict.
“We must eliminate this area of conflict and make the livestock reform economically viable.
“The opportunity is there. Let’s utilise it. “You should emphasize the constitutional requirement that the land belongs to the state.”
Tinubu asked Vice President Kashim Shettima, who is the Chairman of the National Economic Council (NEC), to sensitise governors and other stakeholders on the implementation of the reforms on ranching.
The President Tinubu insisted that villages and communities facing conflicts must be salvaged.
The President made it clear that his directive for the withdrawal of police officers from VIPs, VVIPs and ministers and redeployment of same “is not negotiable.”
He directed all the ministers to ensure immediate compliance and warned against non-compliance.
” If you have any problem because of the nature of your assignments, please contact the IGP and get my clearance.”
President Tinubu directed the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egebtokun, to follow up on the implementation of the order.
He said that police officers were trained to protect the lives and property of citizens, especially the most vulnerable in society, and that the protection of a select group of VIPs and VVIPs is not their responsibility.
President Tinubu said that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, would make arrangements for the replacement of police officers by the Civil Defence Corps.
“The National Security and Civil Defence Corps are trained for VIP protection, and they are armed too.”
The President said that the police would be mobilised appropriately to tackle the country’s security challenges.
He said that the entire structure would be reviewed to better address vulnerable citizens and communities.
“We face challenges here and there of Kidnapping, banditry and terrorism. We need all forces utilised. I know some people are exposed; we will make the exceptions. The Civil Defence is very much around.’
Tinubu said that ministers should meet the Inspector General of Police and get his clearance for special assignments that require police protection.
The President asked the NSA to ” “take this (directive) very seriously.”

Transparency, Efficiency: Presidency Votes NCC Best Performing Federal Agency Amongst Others

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December 10, 2025

The Presidency, under the auspices of Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has voted the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) as one of the top five best-performing Federal Government agencies for 2025 under the Transparency and Efficiency Category.

The NCC was recognized alongside the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, which emerged overall best-performing agency; the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, which placed second; as well as the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigerian Ports Authority.
At the PEBEC Awards and Gala Night at Aso Rock Presidential villa, Vice President Kashim Shettima said: “we salute the men and women driving these institutions, when we commit to working together across MDAs, across states and across sectors, Nigeria wins.”
The award were celebration of transparency and efficiency in Nigeria’s public service. NCC was honoured for its “commitment to openness, accountability and operational excellence in Public Service Delivery.”
Senator Kashim Shettima, who chaired the council, said the awards reflect the government’s commitment to a more efficient and competitive public service.
“The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council has spent the last couple of years championing reforms that speak to the whole of our economic aspirations.
“The reforms that make it easier to do business, that restore your best confidence, that ensure our institutions work in the spirit of national growth.”
Receiving the award on behalf of the NCC, its the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Dr. Aminu Maida reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to sustaining transparency and accountability in its regulatory approach. He said that these principles remain central to improving industry performance and fostering a conducive environment for telecommunications businesses to thrive.
“The Commission is proud to be listed among the Top Five Best-Performing Federal Government Agencies for 2025. “This recognition is an affirmation of the values that guide our work: transparency, accountability, and an unwavering commitment to regulatory excellence. “It signals that the reforms we have pursued, the systems we have strengthened, and the decisions we have taken are yielding the right results.
“For us at the NCC, this honour is both a validation and a responsibility. It reassures us that we are on the right path, and at the same time challenges us to deepen our commitment to the Nigerian people
“As an economic regulator, our mandate is to create an environment where operators can thrive—an environment that attracts investment and sustains healthy competition, ensuring consumers enjoy the best possible choices.
“Nigerians can rest assured that we will not rest on our oars. We remain fully committed to ensuring that the telecom consumer receives the highest quality of service, supported by a fair, transparent, and competitive industry. “We will also continue to strengthen our collaborations with all stakeholders—because meaningful progress in our sector can only be achieved through shared commitment and collective action.”
The PEBEC Director-General, Zahrah Mustapha-Audu, said that the event was organised to celebrate reform champions and highlight progress made in improving the country’s business climate.
“This evening is not merely an awards ceremony; it is a powerful affirmation of possibilities, honouring the champions who have moved beyond compliance, embracing excellence as the new standard for public service delivery.
“The achievements we acknowledge are the tangible result of collective resolve to make Nigeria the most attractive and predictable competitive destination for business in Africa.
“Under the unwavering leadership of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, and the active chairmanship of Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, our reform efforts have been characterised by intentionality, accountability, and the strategic deployment of data.
“We understand that to fix the operational environment for businesses, we must first fix the government’s framework.”

Nigeria’s President Tinubu Aborts Military Coup In Benin Republic

Greenbarge Reporters

December 8, 2025

“Acting on two separate requests from the Government of Benin, President Tinubu first ordered Nigerian Air Force fighter jets to enter the country and take over the airspace to help dislodge the coup plotters from the National TV and a military camp where they had regrouped.”
This was contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, spokesperson to President on the foiled coup yesterday, December 7, aimed at toppling 35-year old democratic government of Benin Republic.
The statement said that the Republic of Benin, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “in a Note Verbal,” requested immediate Nigerian air support in view of the urgency and seriousness of the situation and to safeguard the constitutional order, protect national institutions and ensure the security of the population.
“In the second request, the authorities in Benin requested the deployment of Nigerian Air Force assets within Beninoise airspace for surveillance and rapid intervention operations under Benin-led coordination.
“The Benin government also requested Nigerian ground forces, strictly for missions approved by the Beninese Command authority in support of the protection of constitutional institutions and the containment of armed Groups.
“Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, said all the requests have been fulfilled, with Nigerian ground forces now in Benin.
“Ours is to comply with the order of the Commander-in-Chief of our armed forces, President Tinubu.
“Constitutional order was upended in the Republic of Benin, Nigeria’s neighbour, when some soldiers led by Colonel Pascal Tigri announced a coup on Sunday morning. The putschists seized the National TV and claimed they had toppled President Patrice Talon and suspended all democratic institutions.
“It took some hours before the government’s loyal forces, assisted by Nigeria, took control and flushed out the coup plotters from the National TV.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reacted to the development by commending the gallantry of Nigeria’s military for responding swiftly to the request by the Government of Benin Republic to save its 35-year-old democracy from coup plotters who struck at dawn today.
Tinubu saluted the Nigerian armed forces for standing firm as a protector and defender of democracy.
“Today, the Nigerian armed forces stood gallantly as a defender and protector of constitutional order in the Republic of Benin on the invitation of the government. Our armed forces acted within the ambit of the ECOWAS Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance. They have helped stabilise a neighbouring country and have made us proud of their commitment to sustaining our democratic values and ideals since 1999. Nigeria stands firmly with the government and people of the Republic of Benin.”

Ex National Assembly Clerk, Ataba, Appeals For Unity Amongst People Of Kogi Central

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December 7, 2025

Against the background of the division in the camp of the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo and that of senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, former Clerk of the National Assembly of Nigeria, Barrister Mohammed Ataba Sani Omonori has appealed to the people of the Senatorial District to embrace true unity for accelerated development.
Barrister Ataba Omonori, who spoke yesterday, December 6, at Ozuka Agidima Worldwide Special Day in Abuja, made particular reference to the leaders in the Senatorial District.
According to the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Assembly, no single group can develop a society in isolatione except there is love and concern.
Ataba Omonori, who is second in command in the traditional hierarchy, as Ciroma of Ebiraland, advised various clan groups in the land to synergize in the interest of the area.
He also stressed the importance of fairness in the distribution of development projects and in the choice of leadership in the State in general and Ebiraland in particular.
The keynote speaker, Ambassador Momoh Jimoh Suleiman Ege supported the stand of Barrister Ataba Omonori, adding that no society can grow in a situation where the leaders and people are operating based on individual and group interest only.
The Special Day was attended by prominent members of Ozuka clan, including two former commissioners in Kogi State, Engineer Mohammed Sule and Engineer Sadiq Abdulmumuni respectfully; a 2027 Senatorial aspirant, Barrister Aliyu Saiki (SAN), Professor Joseph A. S Obansa of the University of Abuja; Ambassador Momoh Jimo Suleiman Ege and Hajiya Rekiya Fache.

In attendance too were the friends of Ozuka, like Barrister Mohammed Ataba Sani Omonori, Barrister Saka Ali; former Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly and three-day acting Governor, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Bello; a Director in the Federal Capital Territory Administration, Alhaji Mohammed Isa Agatumi Teina; traditional title hold of Onizeyiza obanyi (Dan Amana) of Ebiraland, Alhaji abu Imam; a Chairmanship hopeful in the 2026 election in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Elizabeth Ozavize Richard, amongst others.
Ozuka Agidima Worldwide is an umbrella for one of the largest clan groups in Kogi Central Senatorial District. Members of the group, formed by Yusuf Ozi-Usman, nipr and Hajiya Halimat Musa, are in Europe, America, Asia and many parts of the world.

IPI Declares IGP, Niger, Akwa Ibom Governors “Enemies” Of Media; DSS Boss As “Friend”

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December 3, 2025

The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has declared the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Olukayode Egbetokun, the governors of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago and Akwa Ibom State, Imo Eno as “enemies” of media practitioners in the country.
The body, which listed the three leaders in its Book of Infamy, however honouring the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi as a “friend.”
The Book of Infamy was unveiled by Vice President Kashim Shettima yesterday, December 2, at the Second Conference and Annual General Meeting of IPI Nigeria, held in Abuja, the nation’s federal capital.
While Egbetokun was said to have failed to heed the calls by IPI to stop the arbitrary arrests of journalists nationwide by his operatives, Eno was reported to have barred the crew of Channels TV from covering the activities of the Akwa Ibom State Government House.
Governor Bago merited the infamy tag for ordering the closure of Badeggi FM, which is a private radio station.
It was revealed that despite the appeal by IPI Nigeria for reconsideration of their decisions, which they had no powers to, both Bago and Eno refused to back down.
For the DG of the DSS, he was described as a listening head of a sensitive government agency who has listened to interventions by the IPI and corrected wrongdoings to which his attention was drawn.
IPI gave an example of the removal from the government’s watchlist, of the Executive Director of the International Press Centre, Lanre Arogundade, after 40 years.
Ajayi was also credited with the quick release of journalists wrongly arrested by his men and officers without much push.
Responding to the position of the IPI Nigeria, as presented by its President, Musikilu Mojeed, during the unveiling of the Book of Infamy, Vice President Shettima to intervene by reaching out to the three declared “enemies” of the press.
He invited Mojeed to travel with him to Akwa Ibom State to resolve the issue with Governor Eno on the issue of Channels TV.
He also promised to reach out to Governor Bago and IGP Egbetokun.

Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Badaru Quits, Tinubu Consults With Gen. Musa As Replacement

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December 2, 2025

Nigeria’s minister of defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar threw in the towel yesterday, December 1, hours after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa.
A statement by the arrowhead of the presidential information management, Bayo Onanuga said that Badaru resigned on the ground of ill health and that the President had accepted the resignation.
The Presidency statement reads: Nigeria’s defence minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect.
In a letter dated December 1, sent to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds.
President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation.
President Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru’s successor later this week.
Badaru Abubakar, 63, was a two-term governor of Jigawa state from 2015 to 2023. He was appointed as a minister on August 21, 2023, by President Tinubu.
His resignation comes amid President Tinubu’s declaration of a national security emergency, with plans to elaborate on its scope in due course.”
The resignation of Badaru and exclusive meeting of President Tinubu with General Musa came amid growing security challenges in the country, especially the North, including the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi, attacks on worshippers in Eruku, Kwara State and the kidnapping of Catholic schoolchildren in Minna.
Security agencies are believed to be stepping up counter-terrorism and anti-kidnapping operations across the North-West and North-Central regions.
Tinubu’s federal government recently declared national security emergency with the determination to squarely deal with the unending challenges.

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