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Barr. Mutfwang to Integrate Hunters, Vigilantes in Security Architecture

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March 23, 2023

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The Governor-elect Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has indicated that hunters and vigilante groups would certainly be integrated into the security architecture of the State, for all-around protection of lives and properties of the people of the State.

The Governor-elect gave the assurance when he received officers and men of the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Services, and the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, on a congratulatory visit at the Jonah Jang Lodge, Old Government House Rayfield, Jos, on Wednesday.

He urged both groups to organize themselves better and put their records and profiles of members in order, so only upright members of society are involved in providing security in the State. He also added that his administration will create the enabling environment for them to collaborate with mainstream security agencies when he assumes the reigns of power on May 29th.

The Nigeria Hunters and Forest Services, and the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, were among the groups and distinguished personalities who called on the Governor-elect, to congratulate him, and the people of Plateau State, and to also pray for the new administration he shall be leading.

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NCC Urges Judges to Strengthen Digital Law Knowledge

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50 minutes ago

May 16, 2026

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L -R: Hon Justice Habeeb A.O Abiru, Justice of the Supreme Court; Hon. Justice Babatunde A. Adejumo, Administrator, National Judicial Institute; Barr. Rimini Makama, Executive Commissioner Stakeholder Management, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC; Chief Idris Olorunnimbe, Chairman Governing Board NCC; Hon. Justice Ibrahim M.M Saulawa, Justice of the Supreme Court, representing the Chief Justice of Nigeria; Mrs Chizua Whyte, Head Legal and Regulatory Services, NCC and Hon Justice Obande Festus Ogbuinya, Justice of the Supreme Court, during NCC’s 2026 Workshop for Judges on Legal Issues in Telecommunications on the 14th May 2026 at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja Lagos.

BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR-Nigeria’s communications regulator,Nigerian Communications Commission,(NCC), has emphasised the need for judges to better understand telecommunications and digital security matters as the country increases its reliance on technology-driven systems.

At a judicial workshop in Lagos, Aminu Maida, represented by Rimini Makama, said telecom infrastructure now plays a vital role in Nigeria’s economy, security, and public services.

He explained that these systems have become critical national assets that support financial operations, public safety, governance, and citizen communication.

Maida noted that the rapid expansion of digital platforms has created new legal issues involving cybersecurity, online abuse, digital identity, consumer rights, and artificial intelligence.

He added that growing incidents of telecom vandalism, cyberattacks, and infrastructure disputes require judges to develop stronger knowledge of telecommunications laws and regulations.

The workshop was organised by the National Judicial Institute in partnership with the Nigerian Communications Commission.

The event focused on the judiciary’s role in connectivity, online safety, and the protection of digital infrastructure in a rapidly evolving technological environment.

Speaking at the programme, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun said courts must adapt to increasing cases involving cybercrime, data governance, privacy concerns, and online misconduct.

She stressed that technology-related disputes can no longer be treated as minor issues because governance, commerce, education, and financial transactions now depend heavily on digital connectivity.

Kekere-Ekun also stated that judicial decisions are important in shaping Nigeria’s digital legal framework, especially as the country seeks stronger broadband expansion, digital inclusion, and protection of its telecom ecosystem.

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PenCom grants one-off approval for PFAs to invest pension funds in Dangote Petroleum Refinery

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4 hours ago

May 16, 2026

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The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has granted Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) a ‘one-off’ special approval to invest pension fund assets in the proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE.

The approval was disclosed in a circular signed by the Director of the Surveillance Department at the Commission, A. M. Saleem. PenCom said the approval takes immediate effect.

According to the commission, the decision followed a careful evaluation of the strategic investment opportunity and the economic impact of the proposed IPO on both the pension industry and the wider Nigerian economy.

“The Commission has carefully evaluated the strategic investment opportunity and the economic impact of the proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE (DPRP) on the pension industry and the wider economy.

“In light of these considerations, the Commission has reviewed the request for a special dispensation that would permit Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) to invest pension fund assets in the IPO,” the circular stated.

PenCom said it considered the refinery’s strategic importance, strong business fundamentals, economic benefits, and growth potential before approving the request.

It also noted that the track record of Dangote Industries Limited, the majority shareholder in DPRP, influenced the decision.

“In reaching its decision, the Commission considered DPRP’s strategic importance, strong fundamentals, wide-ranging economic benefits, and growth potential. The Commission also took into account the record of Dangote Industries Limited, DPRP’s majority shareholder,” PenCom stated.

According to the circular, the commission granted a special dispensation from Section 6.2.7.1 (iii) of the Revised Regulation on Investment of Pension Fund Assets.

The approval waives the existing requirements relating to the company’s years of existence, profitability, and dividend payment history, while maintaining other regulatory safeguards.

“Accordingly, the Commission hereby grants a special dispensation from Section 6.2.7.1 (iii) of the Revised Regulation on Investment of Pension Fund Assets.

“This dispensation involves waiving the applicable existence, profitability, and dividend requirements without prejudice to other extant regulatory safeguards,” it stated.

PenCom, however, directed PFAs to ensure that any investment made under the dispensation aligns with their internal investment policies, risk management frameworks, and fiduciary responsibilities to contributors and retirees.

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The commission further clarified that the regulatory forbearance is exceptional, one-off, and strictly limited to the IPO of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE.

“The regulatory forbearance granted under this Circular is exceptional, one-off, and strictly case-specific to the Initial Public Offering of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals FZE.

“It shall not constitute an automatic precedent for future Initial Public Offerings or other investment transactions,” PenCom said.