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The most remarkable and halcyon spectacle of good governance in the present Republic is unarguably the government of Enugu State under the watch of Dr Peter Mbah. Ndi’Enugu are clearly unanimous in the praise and appreciation of the commitment of their Governor to make real the promises of democracy. The Peter Mbah led government has redefined governance in so many ways that every so often the trophy cabinet of the State government calls for regular review and rework as monstrous accolades stream in almost on a daily basis. Enugu State has become the lead example of exemplary and servant oriented…

Zenith Bank Plc has appointed Dame Adaora Umeoji as the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. The appointment by Nigeria’s most capitalised bank, will take effect from June 2024. She is the first female to attain the position in the bank. Adaora Umeoji was the Deputy Managing Director of the bank before her elevation. She succeeds Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu who was appointed Group Managing Director/CEO of Zenith Bank Plc on June 1, 2019. Her appointment, which is in line with the bank's succession plan, is subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Nigeria.  Dr. (Mrs) Umeoji holds…

The Nigerian Communications Commission has announced that approximately 90% of peak utilization capacities of voice and data services have now been restored after the March 14, 2024, disruption due to cuts in undersea fibre optics along the coasts of Cote d'Ivoire and Senegal. In a statement by Mr. Reuben Muoka, Director, Public Affairs, the NCC said all operators who were impacted by the cuts have taken recovery capacity from submarine cables which were not impacted by the cuts, and have thus recovered approximately 90% of their peak utilisation capacities. Reuben Muoka "Mobile Network Operators have assured the Commission that data…

Our Reporter The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. In recent times, the NIN-SIM linkage exercise has become subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals' unique national identification numbers. Recognising the significance of this initiative in enhancing security and improving service delivery, both NIMC and NCC are committed to improving processes and enhancing efficiency. In a joint statement signed by Reuben Muoka, Director Public Affairs, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and Ayodele…