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NBC has warned Arise TV and Channels TV among others over breach of broadcasting code.   NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the National Broadcasting Commission has issued a warning to television broadcasters and anchors over alleged violations of Nigeria’s broadcasting standards.   In a notice released on Friday, the regulator cited a growing trend of unprofessional conduct across news platforms, stressing the need for strict compliance with the Nigeria Broadcasting Code.   The commission specifically addressed broadcasters including Arise Television and Channels Television, cautioning that it would enforce all provisions of the code without compromise.     According to the NBC,…

Nigerian airlines have warned of a potential shutdown of operations from April 20 as surging jet fuel prices continue to outpace revenue generation. The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), representing major domestic carriers, issued the warning in a formal communication to the Major Energies Marketers Association of Nigeria (MEMAN), accusing fuel marketers of artificially inflating aviation fuel prices beyond sustainable levels. According to the operators, jet fuel prices have increased by approximately 270 percent since late February, a surge they described as “astronomical and artificial,” noting that the rise exceeds global crude oil price movements. The airlines said current revenue…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted a recent election-related directive from the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), cautioning that it may erode press freedom and limit open discourse ahead of upcoming polls. In a statement shared on his X account on Saturday, Atiku said: “The Code of Conduct advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission is yet another troubling attempt to muzzle the media and shrink the space for free expression in Nigeria.” He maintained that Nigeria’s media sector has built a strong international reputation and should not be subjected to what he described as persistent regulatory constraints, particularly during…

If there was ever a time to speak the truth and balance the narratives on the banditry and kidnapping ravaging Adara and Kuturmi communities, the aftermath of the Ariko community security breach, which claimed six lives and recorded 37 abductions, has created the perfect opportunity. Section 14(2)(b) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended), provides that “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.” However, the government cannot fulfill this responsibility alone or in isolation. Lasting security can only be achieved through a concerted effort between the government and…

News » Premier League news » Arsenal newsApril 18, 2026 21:18 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Arsenal summer 2026 transfer targets Akliouche to Arsenal? Arsenal have joined Chelsea in the race to sign Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche during the summer transfer window. The Gunners are planning to reinforce their wide attacking department in the summer, and they are exploring several options.Akliouche has emerged as one of those. The Frenchman is a right winger by trade and has made 15 goal contributions this term.He has also impressed with his dribbling and pace on the counter-attack, and he could be signed for around 52 million pounds.A…

Standing in front of a bombed-out residential building in the city of Dnipro which came under a sustained attack from Russian strikes late Wednesday night, the top UN official in the country issued an impassioned yet weary plea: stop the attacks.A dozen residents, including a child, were reported killed, with scores more injured in the overnight bombings. With rescue efforts ongoing, the toll is expected to rise.According to Ukrainian officials, nearly 700 Russian drones were launched over the previous day and overnight, along with 19 ballistic missiles and additional cruise missiles – many aimed at the capital Kyiv.Whilst Ukrainian air…

This was a message a lady recently sent to me. “I was about seven years old the last time I saw my mother, until later in my teenage years. My mother abandoned her last suckling baby with my father’s mother and ran to the city with her friends. Some years later, we started hearing that she was in Lagos and married to a very rich man. Yet, my father, whom she left, was not a failure. He was a well-known and respected school headmaster in our community. Maybe my mother ran away because she was carried away by the good…

Stanbic IBTC Asset Management has been named Best Asset Management Company in Nigeria for 2026 by Global Banking & Finance Review. This prestigious recognition, celebrated at the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Review Awards, underscores the firm’s exemplary performance, robust governance standards, and steadfast commitment to delivering consistent value to investors. Stanbic IBTC Asset Management has consistently set a benchmark for excellence in fund management, earning the trust of an increasingly discerning investor base. Even amid persistent market volatility and dynamic macroeconomic conditions, the firm has demonstrated resilience and innovation, ensuring that elevated expectations are not only met but exceeded.…

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as massive revenue leakages, citing World Bank findings that about ₦34 trillion in federation revenue did not reach the Federation Account within three years. In a statement on Saturday, Obi said it was “deeply troubling” that while Nigeria’s federation revenue rose to about ₦84 trillion within the period, “a staggering 41 per cent — amounting to ₦34.44 trillion — never reached the Federation Account.” “This sum exceeds the combined ₦34 trillion earmarked for capital projects in the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Bills, a comparison…

By Margaret Banasko, Head of Marketing, FairMoney Microfinance Bank Nigeria is at the forefront of Africa’s digital labour shift. According to the World Bank, the country leads a cohort of 17.5 million online gig workers across sub-Saharan Africa, with over 65% of the population under age 35 who make up the digital-native workforce. According to late data from 2023, the Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) indicated that approximately 87.3% of employed Nigerians are primarily self-employed, reflecting a deep-seated culture of entrepreneurship. The Nigerian freelancer’s life isn’t without its hurdles. Between the biting impact of inflation, a volatile exchange rate, and…