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Airtel Nigeria Increases Data Prices

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Airtel Nigeria, the country’s second-largest telecommunications operator (Telco) has announced a significant adjustment to its data pricing structure.

A check by newsmen using the *312# code and on the Airtel website showed the revised data prices.

According to the telco’s website, the revision, which affects various data bundles, is aimed at mitigating the impact of escalating operational costs on the company’s operations, amidst a challenging economic landscape.

The revised data plans, published on its website, include daily plans: N50 for 40MB (valid for 1 day), N100 for 100MB (valid for 1 day), N200 for 200MB (valid for 3 days), and N350 for 1GB (valid for 1 day).

On the other hand, weekly plans have become N350 for 350MB (valid for 7 days), N500 for 750MB plus 1GB YouTube Night and 200MB YouTube Music/Spotify (valid for 7 days), N500 for 1GB plus 1GB YouTube Night and 50MB Socials (valid for 7 days), and N500 for 2GB (valid for 2 days).

Other changes for monthly plan include 3GB for N2,000 (from 1.5GB at N1,200), 4GB for N2,500 (formerly 3GB at N1,500), and 8GB for N3,000 (formerly 4.5GB at N2,000).

Other adjustments include 10GB for N4,000 (formerly 6GB at N2,500), 13GB for N5,000 (from 10GB at N3,000), 18GB for N6,000 (formerly 15GB at N4,000), and 25GB for N8,000 (replacing 18GB at N5,000).

Airtel’s call rates rose to 25 kobo per second from about 18 kobo per second. Like MTN, Airtel has left some tariff plans untouched. For instance, the 5GB plan/week for N1,500 remains unchanged.

This development comes on the heels of a tariff hike of about 50 per cent by MTN Nigeria, which took effect almost a week ago, in a bid to cushion the impact of rising operational costs.

Report says that a look at the telco’s X page revealed bitter complaints by subscribers.

A Subscriber, Okikiola (@okikiola_Ayoade) said: “Return our data bundles back e no easy to dey get money, you people dey inconvenience us, data from 3000 for 20gb is now 3000 for 10gb ,Why are we suffering for what we are paying for, ogun dey kee una shey until when we no get clothes for neck again?

Also, Jessy Paul (@Firstjessy), another Subscriber, queried the telco for stopping its previous data offer, saying that the only reason he was using Airtel was because their plans were reasonable.

“Can you change it back to what it used to be or should I break my Airtel SIM and switch to another network?” Paul asked.

Another Subscriber, ShadeFX D BoiCrypt (@ShadeFx__) said: “Life is already hard for us and you decided to add more to it by being heartless, Why increase data plans and then exhaust it so fast.

“What did we do wrong by choosing to use your network? Does it sounds fair to you now? Are you happy? This is Evil,” he said.

However, Airtel on its X page apologised for the inconveniences caused by the data increase to subscribers who complained.

“We extend our sincere understanding regarding your concerns, and wish to apprise you that comprehensive revisions have been effectuated across our voice and data plans,” Airtel said.

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), the industry’s regulatory body, had approved a maximal increment of 50 per cent tariff adjustments to operators, citing the need to ensure the sustainability of the telecommunications industry.

The commission said its approval was in response to prevailing operational costs and was made pursuant to its power under Section 108 of the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003 (NCA).

The NCC said that, while recognising the concerns of the public, the decision was made after extensive consultations with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors. (NAN)

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Tinubu Seeks Senate Approval for N757bn Bond to Settle pension Arrears

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President Bola Tinubu has requested the Senate’s approval for the issuance of a N757 billion Federal Government bond to settle outstanding pension liabilities accrued as of Dec. 2023.Report says that Tinubu made the request in a letter addressed to the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, which was read at plenary on Tuesday.

In the letter, the president stated: “I write to request the approval of the National Assembly for the issuance of a Federal Government of Nigeria bond in the domestic debt market by the Debt Management Office (DMO).
”The bond is intended to settle pension liabilities under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) as of Dec. 2023.Tinubu explained that the Pension Reform Act 2014 mandated setting aside five per cent of the nation’s monthly wage bill to clear past pension liabilities before the commencement of the CPS.
“However, due to revenue challenges, Nigeria has struggled to comply fully with this provision, leading to an accumulation of pension arrears.“To address this, the government has decided to raise funds by issuing the bond in the domestic debt market.“The Federal Executive Council approved the bond issuance during its meeting on Feb. 4.”The president said the request aligned with Section 44(1)(2) of the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007, which required National Assembly approval for all new federal government borrowings.He described the proposed bond as a vital investment in human capital development.“It will enable the federal government to meet its obligations under the CPS, restore confidence in the pension industry, and improve retirees’ welfare,” Tinubu said.He added that settling pension arrears would help retirees meet basic needs such as medication, rent, school fees, and other family expenses, thereby improving their health and reducing premature deaths.The president also noted that clearing pension liabilities would boost productivity, improve morale among public servants, and demonstrate the government’s commitment to fulfilling pension obligations.Furthermore, Tinubu said the settlement could stimulate aggregate demand, spur economic growth, and enhance liquidity in the economy.He acknowledged, however, that the bond issuance would increase Nigeria’s public debt stock and raise debt servicing costs.(NAN)

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We will Capture Out-of-school Children in Our Education Programmes – Enugu Govt

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 The Enugu State Commissioner for Education, Prof Ndubueze Mbah We will Capture Out-of-school Children in Our Education Programmes – Enugu Govt says the state government will redouble efforts to capture out-of-school children in its programme.

The commissioner gave the assurance on Tuesday in Enugu during the celebration of the 2025 Children’s Day held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu.

Mbah said that the state was working in collaboration with community and faith- based institutions to ensure that no child was neglected or forgotten.

He encouraged them to be calm as they were not forgotten noting that they would be remembered through inclusive education programmes.

Mbah said that education was their right adding that the present administration was committed to making it a reality for them.

He, however, said that every child irrespective of status, gender, location or ability was valued and their welfare would be taken into consideration.

He said that they deserved to grow in a safe, nurturing environment with opportunities to dream and become successful as this administration would continue to protect their rights, well-being, and empower them through education, healthcare, and innovation.

“As we celebrate international children’s day today, remember that you are the leaders of tomorrow.

“Let your voices be heard, your talents be seen, and your dreams shall come through.

“To our school children, we commend your efforts, resilience, and passion for learning. You are the builders of the Enugu State.

“Government investments in smart schools, teacher training, digital tools, and innovation are for you to be equipped with skills for a future that has already begun,” he said.

In the same vein, the Secretary to Enugu State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, encouraged every child in the state to remain focused and work hard to attain their desired goal.

Onyia said that with the introduction of Smart Schools in 260 political wards of the state, every child in the state would soon compete with their counterparts globally.

He emphasised that the administration had investment heavily in education sector to ensure that both privileged and non privileged children are equipped with basic skills and knowledge.

The event featured march past by various public and private primary and secondary schools in the state. (NAN)

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NAFDAC Burst Fake Drugs Factory in Delta

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National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has bursted a fake drug factory in an uncompleted three storey building at Azagba Ogwashi in Aniocha LGA in Delta.The NAFDAC Director, South – East Zone, Dr Martins Iluyomade disclosed this at a press briefing in Asaba on Tuesday.

He said that the agency would consider the option of seizing any building used for illicit drug manufacturing and relabelling of expired drugs.
”I feel very sad for our country, and the kind of things that are playing out.“Only God knows how many people have died from consumption of the illicit drugs produced by these merchants who are looking for money at all cost.” They are perpetrating these heinous crimes using all manners of avenue including inciting the public against what NAFDAC is doing.
“They are even using their ill gotten money after killing a lot of people. Nigerians need to be very vigilant.”According to Iluyomade, the prime suspect, one Ekene Igwe, now at large is one of the major traders at Ogbo-Ogu at Bridge Head drug market in Onitsha, Anambra.He said the suspect and his wife, one Blessing Igwe had been together in this illicit drug business.“What these drug merchants have done since they knew that Ogbo- Ogu market is no longer safe for their illicit drug business, they have moved out to neighbouring places like Asaba in uncompleted buildings, relabelling injectable that expired far back seven years ago.“This issue of illicit drug business has been on for several years, and there has not been any solution. This time, NAFDAC is coming forward with solution to make sure that Nigerians are safe, and we are able to safeguard the health of the public,” Iluyomade said.While displaying the drugs, Mr Babatunji Omoyeni, Deputy Director, NAFDAC Investigation and Enforcement, Federal Taskforce, South-South and South-East, said the agency successfully tracked a drug shop at Ogbo-Ogu, where illicit drugs produced are sold to unsuspecting buyers.According to Omoyeni, the seizures at the illicit drug factory included a big drum containing vials soaked in liquid substance and adulterated drugs.“They are rebranding expired drugs including large quantity of chloroquine phosphate 322 mg/5ml, petazine injection 50mg/2ml, gentamycin injection 280mg/2ml and many other contraband injectable with new labelling.”He said the agency recorded the breakthrough following a tip off from concerned members of the publicOmoyeni, said efforts were being intensified to track the prime suspect, adding that his wife has been apprehended and arraigned before a competent court for trial and prosecution over her level of involvement in the illicit drug business.Report says that NAFDAC displayed the fake drugs and printed packs of drugs-injections while journalists were taken to the building housing the fake drug factory in Azagba-Ogwashi in Asaba Capital Territory.According to NAFDAC, the injectables recovered from the three storey building include eight packs of expired chloroquine phosphate which expired August 2018. “35 amps of engometrin that expired in July 2020, 30 amps of petazine, 70 amps of gentamycine, 200 packs of unexpired chloroquine phosphate, 35 amps of engometrin.“Also displayed were 50 amps of promethazine, 3000 amps of unidentified injection wrapped with papers, 1300 printed packs of drugs ( injection), 2 sets of generator and 1 drum containing nails soaked in liquid substances.(NAN)

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