The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has officially inaugurated a new Grid Code Review Panel (GCRP) aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of the country’s power sector. The grid code, a vital set of technical rules and procedures, governs the operation, maintenance, and development of Nigeria’s electricity transmission system. NERC stated that the newly formed panel will play an integral role in streamlining and improving the power sector by ensuring that operations align with the sector’s evolving needs. In a statement posted on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, March 12, NERC revealed that the panel’s primary responsibility…
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Gbenga Oluranti Olaleye
Gbenga Oluranti OLALEYE is a writer and media professional with over 4 years of experience covering politics, lifestyle, and sports, he is passionate about good governance and quality education.
The National Association of University Students (NAUS), through the Office of the Director of Campus Intervention, has strongly condemned the recent increase in data plan tariffs by MTN Nigeria and Airtel Nigeria. The student body describes the price hikes as exploitative and detrimental to students, particularly at a time when they are already grappling with rising tuition fees, soaring living costs, and an inflation rate at an all-time high. In a statement issued on Wednesday, March 13, by Comrade Ologe John Tobiloba, the Director of Campus Intervention, NAUS decried the timing of the tariff increases, noting that Nigerian students are…
With just months to go before the November 8, 2025, governorship election in Anambra State, the political scene is heating up, with significant battles brewing between the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and opposition parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Labour Party (LP). However, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) could be facing a crisis, with no aspirants reportedly stepping forward to contest under its banner. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set the primaries for March 20 to April 10, 2025, ahead of the election. As of now, 12 out of 19 registered parties have…
President Bola Tinubu has made key appointments, appointing Dr. Mohammed Aminu as the Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Dr. Aminu, who holds a Ph.D. in Automobile Technology and a Master’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, brings a wealth of experience to the role. The President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the appointment in a statement released on Tuesday, March 11. With 28 years of professional experience spanning teaching, administration, research, and policy development, Dr. Aminu is well-equipped to lead NABTEB. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Director of…
Inter Milan cruised into the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday evening, securing a 2-1 victory over Feyenoord to progress 4-1 on aggregate. The match, which saw Inter dominate for large portions, was effectively sealed early on thanks to a thunderous strike from Marcus Thuram in the eighth minute and a second-half penalty by Hakan Calhanoglu. The Italian champions, already holding a strong 2-0 advantage from the first leg, had little trouble holding on to their lead, although Feyenoord did manage a brief glimmer of hope. Thuram opened the scoring after receiving a pass from Carlos Augusto on…
Bayern Munich are through to the Champions League quarter-finals after securing a commanding 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday, completing a dominant 5-0 aggregate victory. Having already taken a commanding 3-0 advantage in the first leg, Bayern had one foot firmly in the last eight before the return fixture even kicked off. However, it was Harry Kane’s brilliance that ensured Leverkusen never stood a chance, with the England captain scoring once and setting up another. The first half ended without a goal, with Leverkusen throwing caution to the wind in search of a lifeline. Yet, it was Bayern who…
Bitcoin and several major cryptocurrencies saw significant losses on Tuesday, March 11, as mounting concerns over the US economy and rising trade tensions sent shockwaves through global markets. Bitcoin fell by 3.2%, dipping to $79,937 after reaching a low of $76,624. Ethereum also suffered a sharp drop, down 7.5% to $1,911. The global cryptocurrency market cap declined by 4.3%, bringing it to $2.6 trillion, according to The Economist. Other prominent cryptocurrencies, including Solana, XRP, Cardano, and Dogecoin, also experienced losses. Dogecoin, in particular, plunged 8.5%. The decline in the crypto market followed comments by US President Donald Trump, who spoke…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed concern over the low number of female students accessing its educational loans compared to their male counterparts. The revelation was made on Monday, March 10, during a ceremony marking the International Women’s Day in Abuja. Speaking at the event, NELFUND’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, represented by Oluwatosin Sanusi, Head of Investments and Funds Management, highlighted that only one in five loan applicants is female—a ratio that he described as “not encouraging.” “The NELFUND initiative is designed to assist students in tertiary institutions with loans to pay their fees and cater to their…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended the pivotal role of public-private collaboration in ensuring safer buildings across the state, as he officially launched the Certified Accreditors’ Programme on Monday. The event, held at the White Stone Event Centre in Ikeja, marks a significant initiative by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) to enhance building safety and regulatory standards. In his keynote address, Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted the importance of the programme in promoting safer, more sustainable buildings in Lagos, particularly in light of the tragic events of the Ikoyi building collapse in November 2021, which shook the city and…
Arsenal are preparing to part ways with four key players this summer as they look to strengthen their attacking options and make a bid for Napoli’s prolific striker, Victor Osimhen. With the Gunners set to finish second in the Premier League for the third consecutive season, manager Mikel Arteta is under increasing pressure to address the team’s lack of a clinical striker — a factor many believe has prevented Arsenal from securing the league title. The North London club has been strongly linked with a number of top-tier strikers, including Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres, and of course, Osimhen.…
