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NCC Targets Broadband Gaps in Plateau

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6 months ago

March 30, 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has renewed its commitment to expanding broadband access to underserved communities in Plateau State, as part of a broader national push to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide and accelerate inclusive economic growth.

The Commission disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, March 26, 2026, in Abuja by its Head of Public Affairs, Nnenna Ukoha, following a high-level engagement between its Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management, Rimini Makama, and Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang in Jos.

Makama described Plateau as a “strategic and indispensable partner” in Nigeria’s national broadband plan, citing its expanding innovation ecosystem, strong educational institutions, and youthful population as key enablers of digital growth.

Despite these advantages, she noted that significant connectivity gaps persist across rural Local Government Areas, limiting access to digital services, education, and economic opportunities.

“Many communities remain excluded from the digital economy that could transform livelihoods. Bridging that divide is a shared responsibility, and the NCC is ready to play its part,” she said.

Makama emphasised that the Commission is working to align its regulatory tools with Plateau’s development priorities, particularly through support for the Right of Way policy and the deployment of the Universal Service Provision Fund to reach unserved areas.

In response, Governor Mutfwang welcomed the initiative and called for a shift from policy commitments to measurable outcomes, highlighting ongoing collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to establish an innovation hub and drive digital growth in the state.

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Lagos Police Seal Illegal Alcohol Factory In Badagry, Arrest Suspect

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7 hours ago

September 25, 2026

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Lagos State Police Command has discovered and sealed a suspected illegal factory allegedly used for the production of adulterated alcoholic drinks in Badagry.

The operation led to the arrest of Anaebo Emeka Hilary, ‘m’, 48 years, at Yafin, Badagry, Lagos State, where the suspected illegal factory was located.

During the operation, the operatives recovered adulterated alcoholic drinks, empty bottles, different wine labels and various production utensils suspected to have been used in the production and packaging of the drinks.

The factory was subsequently sealed, while the suspect was taken into Police custody. The recovered items have been taken to the station for further investigation.

The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, psc, mnips, commended the operatives for their vigilance and prompt response to credible information.

He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-led operations against criminal activities across the state, while urging members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to the Police through any of the emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870, 08080193432 (Marine), 09168630929.

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Gambia asks GTB, Access Bank, others to dismiss non-Gambian employees

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23 hours ago

September 24, 2026

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The Central Bank of The Gambia ordered all commercial banks operating in the country to dismiss non-Gambian employees.

In a letter dated 19 September, the central bank asked commercial banks to phase out non-citizens who are not on approved expatriate quotas by the end of the year.

The letter, signed by the bank’s Second Deputy Governor, Ousman Mendy, was addressed to managing directors of all banks operating in the country, including Nigerian subsidiaries such as First Bank, Zenith, Access, Eco, and the Guaranty Trust Bank.

The regulator also directed that the non-citizens dismissed should be replaced with qualified Gambians.

It directed banks to put clear succession plans in place quickly and transfer skills. It also asked banks to keep operations running smoothly during the transition.

According to the letter, the decision followed a meeting between the central bank and bank managing directors in August, during which they discussed concerns about the employment of non-Gambian workers in the banking sector.

The CBG said a recent industry study it conducted found that banks employ a large number of foreigners.

It added that, in addition to recruiting expatriate workers, some banks allegedly violated provisions of The Gambia’s Labour Act 2023 and Guideline 9 on expatriate staff.

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These provisions identify the circumstances under which expatriate workers can be employed and the quotas permissible.

“A recent industry study conducted by the Bank revealed that a relatively high number of non-Gambians are employed by banks, in addition to recognised expatriate staff.

“This is in violation of the provisions of the Labour Act 2023 and also not in line with guideline 9 on expatriate staff,” the letter read.

The regulator further urged banks to adhere to the country’s laws and strictly follow the central bank’s guidelines.

“You are hereby directed to ensure full compliance with the law and strict compliance with CBG’s guidelines,” it stated.