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Standards Organisation of Nigeria, National Automotive Design and Development Council clarify reports on Vehicle Conformity Assessment Programme, VehCAP

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By allcitynews.ng The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), on behalf of the Federal Government, wishes to address recent public concerns regarding the launch of the SON-NADDC Vehicle Conformity Assessment Programme (VehCAP), particularly issues relating to public sensitisation and the treatment of vehicles without VehCAP certification at the ports. The Federal Government of Nigeria remains a responsive and people-centred administration, committed to safeguarding lives and ensuring the quality of goods within the country. In line with this responsibility, SON-NADDCVehCAP has been introduced not as an entirely new regulatory regime, but as an enhancement of existing conformity assessment frameworks, aimed at improving efficiency, safety, transparency, and service delivery in the automotive importation and production value chain. We wish to reassure the public that VehCAP is primarily designed to facilitate pr...
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Nigeria Revenue Service extends tentacles of New Tax Law, now to collect mineral royalties

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  By allcitynews.ng Collection of mineral royalties from mining sector operators across the country will henceforth be the responsibility of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), while the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development will continue its technical and regulatory oversight on the sector. This was the outcome of a meeting between the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Mr Dele Alake and the NRS chairman, Zacch Adedeji, which took at the former’s office in Abuja on Thursday, to define collaborative ways of working together. The decision was based on the new tax laws, which empower NRS to administer all federally collectable revenue and account for the same. The statement made available to journalists by Special Adviser to the NRS chairman, Dare Adekanmbi,  claimed that the decision, effective January 1, 2026, was contained in a joint statement endorsed by both Alake and Adedeji. According to him, “The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development and the Nigeria Revenue S...
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CPPE hails Central Bank of Nigeria over orderly and successful implementation of the country’s bank recapitalisation

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  By allcitynews.blog Following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recapitalisation drive, the leadership of Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for the orderly and successful implementation of the country’s bank recapitalisation programme. Just aa he described the operation a major milestone in strengthening the nation’s financial system. In a recent statement, CPPE noted that the recapitalisation exercise, now nearing completion, has been conducted smoothly, boosting investor confidence without any reported cases of depositor losses, forced mergers, job cuts, or erosion of shareholder value. The group confirmed that at least 32 banks had met the new minimum capital requirements as of March 27, 2026, reflecting enhanced regulatory capacity, stronger market discipline, and improved resilience in the Nigerian banking sector—an achievement CPPE describes as a significant improvement over previous consolidation effo...
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Guinness Nigeria’s Good Friday Advert: A Perfect Sensitivity

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  Image credit: Guinness Nigeria Spread the love Culled from  Tunji Faleye of MediaConsortium by allcitynews.blog The Guinness Nigeria’s Good Friday advert is a commendable effort at engaging with cultural celebrations, showcasing a remarkable sensitivity that resonated well within the Nigerian context. The creative approach strikes a bold yet respectful balance, especially considering that Good Friday is a solemn Christian observance commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. This day holds significant respect across Nigeria, a nation with a deeply religious populace. Therefore, any brand messaging during this time demands a high level of cultural awareness, and Guinness Nigeria certainly rose to the occasion. Their choice to embrace this moment is indeed daring. Typically linked with boldness, strength, and nightlife, Guinness operates in the alcohol sector, which doesn’t naturally fit the reflective and somber nature of Good Friday. Yet, by honouring Good Friday ...
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Airtel Becomes World’s Second Largest Telco as Global Customer Base Surpasses 650 Million

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  Posted by allcitynews.blog Bharti Airtel has announced a major milestone in its global operations, crossing 650 million mobile subscribers worldwide, a scale that now positions the company as the second-largest telecommunications operator on the planet by customer base.   Crossing this threshold reflects a network of immense scale, the capacity to reach customers across diverse markets with consistent quality, and the ability to deliver experiences shaped by sustained innovation. In Nigeria, Airtel has continued to scale infrastructure at a pace unmatched in its recent history. Over the past three years, the company has increased its national site count from just above 13,000 to nearly 17,200 sites, including more than 1,560 added in the last twelve months. This expansion deepens capacity in high-demand corridors and extends high-speed coverage to previously underserved regions. The latest industry data from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) under...
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NAWOJ Lagos State Chapter closes Consumer Rights Champion, Sola Salako-Ajulo, as "Iconic Woman of the Month" for March

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  During her Award by The  Industey  Newspaper recently By allcitynews.ng  The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Lagos Chapter, has chosen Hon Sola Salako-Ajulo, as the Icon of the month of March. Just as the women wing in NUJ stated Sola Salako-Ajulo is a force for justice in the marketplace." In a statement by the body, the Chairperson of NAWOJ, Lagos State Chapter, Jumoke Johnson admitted that Sola Salako-Ajulo was  picked by the Women Journalists as the Icon based protective roles of consumers she  has been playing in the country  hitherto. "NAWOJ is proud to announce veteran advocate, activist, and writer, Sola Salako-Ajulo, as its Iconic Woman of the Month for March 2026. "This prestigious recognition, an initiative led by the NAWOJ Lagos Chairperson, Jumoke Johnson, is designed to celebrate women who have made immeasurable contributions to society and serve as inspirations for transformation." According to Jumoke, "Mrs. S...
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