…"The students had waived that right by signing an undertaking to obey ISI's rules and regulations, including its dress code. "In public schools, you can wear hijab on school uniforms based on the judgment of the Supreme Court, but the Supreme Court is yet to make any decision on the use of hijab in private schools." Ho…
…renewed efforts by the Federal Government to ensure that Nigerians benefit from the deregulation of the petroleum market. Earlier this week, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, insisted that fuel prices in a deregulated market would be determined by market forces and competition rat…
…risks posed by digital environments to children and young people.He called for stronger regulation of social media platforms, warning that addictive platform designs, harmful online content, misinformation, and extensive data collection threaten children's mental health, privacy, and overall well-being.
…to him, the council remains committed to strengthening quality assurance and laboratory regulation to ensure Nigerians receive accurate diagnostic services that support effective treatment and better health outcomes. "We will continue to guarantee reliable laboratory test results, strengthen patient safety and sustain…
…in the last one year for illegally occupying road medians and violating environmental regulations. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made this known on Wednesday during an inspection of the ongoing clearance of illegal traders and squatters from the Okokomaiko-Orile road median. T…
…constituencies. In accordance with the Electoral Act 2022 (as amended) and INEC’s regulations and guidelines, we hereby transmit the enclosed list of the approved candidates for seven senatorial districts and 19 House of Representatives constituencies for your records and necessary action.” Among the senatorial replace…
…plates at all times. He also called on members of the public to comply with all traffic regulations and cooperate with police officers in the lawful discharge of their duties. Reaffirming the command's commitment to protecting lives and property, the Commissioner assured residents that the enforcement drive would be su…
…Ministry of Justice to commence the process of amending the NYSC Act and subsidiary regulations. “To every young Nigerian: this nation believes in you. We are building a country worthy of your talent, your ambition and your future.”
…across AI, commerce, climate, enterprise, and culture. Spotlight your brand today. Regulation Cameroon is giving every taxi in its capital a digital ID Image Source: Tenor In Yaoundé, Cameroon’s capital, unlicenced taxis are about to have a problem. The Yaoundé Urban Community, the metropolitan authority governing the…
…That shift has expanded the conversations beyond fundraising to include questions about regulation, digital infrastructure, cross-border payments, artificial intelligence (AI), regional integration, and talent mobility. Road to Moonshot aims to capture those discussions in a smaller setting before they continue at the…
…how AI is creating new commercial opportunities while raising fresh questions around regulation, accountability, and public trust. Tech Derby Chief Executive Akindayo Akindolani said in a statement on Tuesday that the conference demonstrated the value of bringing together founders, investors, universities, businesses,…
…made in fortifying flour, sugar and vegetable oil under the NAFDAC Food Fortification Regulations 2021. Edwards urged Nigerians to pay closer attention to food labels and fortification logos when purchasing products. "The food label speaks to you. Nigerians must look out for the fortification logo and the NAFDAC regist…
…behind. According to the CEO, who was represented by the Head, Sustainability Reporting Regulations Department, Rasak Abubakar, investors, lenders and customers no longer judge companies solely by their financial statements and profit figures but increasingly want to know how businesses manage risks, govern their opera…
…the downstream sector had been fully deregulated, the regulator must ensure that deregulation does not become an avenue for profiteering at the expense of consumers. According to him, following de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East and decline in global crude prices, Nigerians expected corresponding reductions i…
…Akinwande Ogundana, also advocated stricter enforcement of environmental sanitation regulations, including appropriate sanctions against individuals and businesses found violating waste disposal laws. He expressed optimism that with prompt intervention by the government and the cooperation of residents, Ikole-Ekiti cou…
…sanctions under the Investments and Securities Act 2025 and the Commission's Rules and Regulations. The regulator also advised investors to disregard high-pressure marketing tactics and any requests to transfer funds for so-called pre-IPO placements. It urged members of the public to rely exclusively on official commun…
…Your Documents", is aimed at ensuring that all property owners comply with government regulations. "The only thing we ask is for people to come and show their documents. If everything is okay, we will unseal the property. We don't demand money or award penalties," he said. He stressed that the exercise is necessary to…
…centres, and we remain committed to their welfare." He noted that existing pension regulations provide for adjustments whenever the minimum wage is increased, especially for retirees under the defined benefit pension scheme. "There are existing pension rules that provide for adjustments whenever the minimum wage is inc…
…is based on provisions of the Nigerian Communications Act 2003, Competition Practices Regulations 2007 and Licensing Regulations 2019, which empower the NCC to review transactions affecting licensed operators. More Insights The new ownership control requirement is expected to strengthen regulatory supervision over sign…
…will take effect from Monday, June 22, 2026, and is one of the most extensive transport regulations introduced by the administration. Announcing the decision, the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, said the measure forms part of a broader strategy to strengthen security, improve traffic management and crea…
…by provisions of the Nigerian Communications Act (2003), the Competition Practices Regulations (2007), and the Licensing Regulations (2019). The statement read: "Effective immediately, any proposed transfer of ownership or control of shares in a licensee of the Nigerian Communications Commission amounting to 10 per cen…
…Comptroller-General, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, is in line with established public service regulations. Recall that President Bola Ahmed granted another six-month tenor extension for Adeniyi two days ago. Nigeria’s customs succession controversy deepens as Rep Abejide dismisses forced retirement claims
…to maintain sustained pressure on violators of the Okada restriction, environmental regulations, and security laws," the task force image maker stated. According to him: "The enforcement exercise covered strategic locations including Ikorodu, Agric Bus Stop, Festac First Gate, Mazamaza, Iyana School, Iyana Iba, Idimu R…
…imbalance. Get up to speed The debate comes against the backdrop of existing CBN regulations governing microfinance banks. A March 2020 CBN circular requires all MFBs to submit audited financial statements and abridged accounts to the Director of the Other Financial Institutions Supervision Department (OFISD) for appro…
…could have been prevented through responsible driving habits, strict adherence to speed regulations, maintenance of safe driving distances, avoidance of reckless overtaking and routine vehicle maintenance,” he added. The LASTMA boss advised motorists to ensure that important safety components of their vehicles, includi…