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Electricity: Nigerian Govt Mulls Unbundling Of 11 DisCos
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The Federal Government plans to unbundle Eleven Electricity Distribution Companies into different states to enhance involvement for more localized oversight.
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this on Friday when the Governor of Abia State, Alex Oti, paid him a courtesy visit.
According to him, the federal government is considering to swap its stakes in DisCos, Niger Delta Power Holding Company, with State governments.
He said the state government’s involvement in improving power infrastructure, reducing metering gaps, enforcing bill collection, and tackling theft is essential.
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“We’re exploring unbundling regional Discos into different states to enhance state involvement for more localized oversight. We’re also looking into financial collaboration between federal and state governments, potentially involving a swap of stakes in DISCOs with state stakes in the Niger Delta Power Holding Company”, he stated.
Nigeria currently has eleven regional electricity distribution companies, which include Eko Electricity Distribution Plc, EKEDC, Enugu Electricity Distribution Plc, EEDC, Ibadan Electricity Distribution Plc, IBEDC, Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company, IKEDC, Jos Electricity Distribution Plc, JEDC, Kaduna Electricity Distribution Plc, KAEDCO, Kano Electricity Distribution Plc, KEDC, Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Plc, PHEDC and Yola Electricity Distribution Company Plc, YEDC.
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Group Protests Alleged Sale Of Workers’ Housing Estate To NAF
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August 2, 2025By
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Bauchi State Concerned Citizens group has raised alarm over the alleged sale of 270 newly built housing units along Ningi-Kano Road, Bauchi, to the Nigerian Air Force.
Addressing the press, the group’s chairman, Comrade Aliyu Ladan, on Friday described the development as “an unfortunate and illegitimate move” that threatens the rights and welfare of Bauchi residents.
“The houses were part of a 1,000-unit project initiated under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration to alleviate accommodation problems for workers.”
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He said the units had already been allocated to residents through a due process managed by the facility manager.
Ladan accused the Federal Ministry of Housing of negotiating with the Air Force to take over the estate, a move he described as “a complete violation of residents’ fundamental rights.”
The group called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene, warning that the decision could lead to unrest.
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The group demanded the cancellation of the alleged sale and urged the government to protect residents’ rights.
Responding, State Controller of the Federal Ministry of Housing, Architect Nwamadu Herbert, stated that although negotiations are ongoing, no transfer has been made as directives are awaited from the Ministry’s headquarters.
He dismissed the protesters as “illegal occupants,” clarifying that the houses remain under the ministry’s custody pending directives from headquarters.
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Bauchi Gov To Corps Members: Advocate For National Development, Transformation
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August 2, 2025By
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Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state has called on all the Narional Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to always advocate for national development and transformation in the country.
Mohammed, who made the call during the swearing in ceremony of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ stream 1 corps members on Friday, also urged them to take the noble call with utmost seriousness and commit themselves to achieve the scheme’s objective of national unity and development.
Represented by Mr Mohammed Umar, Head of Civil Service in the state, the governor assured the corps members that the people of the state appreciated and supported the goals and objectives of the NYSC scheme.
“Therefore, we have decided to collaborate with you in every possible way to ensure the success of the Scheme in the State.
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“To this end, we have completed the renovation of corps members’ hostels and built a brand new Multipurpose Hall in the camp.
“This is the first phase of the project and the second phase, which I assure would start very soon shall include, construction of staff accommodation, a clinic and other necessary facilities.
“I can assure you that my government would continue to do anything within the limit of our resources to make the corps members and staff comfortable during orientation exercises in the camp,” he said.
Earlier, Mr Umoren Kufre, the state Coordinator of NYSC reminded the corps members that life in camp is highly regimented, adding that participants were expected to adhere to the orientation course timetable, NYSC Bye-laws, extant rules and other relevant policies.
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According to him, 1,107 corps members comprising 608 males and 499 females had been successfully registered before the commencement of the swearing in ceremony out of the 1,700 corps members posted to the state.
He commended the state governor for his unwavering commitment to the realisation of the NYSC objectives in the state.
“I am indeed happy for the complete renovation of corps members’ hostels at the NYSC permanent orientation camp and the construction of a brand new Multi-purpose Hall.
“There can be no better demonstration of commitment, love and fatherly care than what we are seeing in the camp now.
“It is now clear for all to see that His Excellency is a great lover of the youths and particularly the corps members,” he said.
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Immigration Issues Travel Advisory To Nigerians On US Visas
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August 2, 2025By
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Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has issued a travel advisory for Nigerians who currently hold or intend to apply for a US visa, highlighting strict warnings regarding recent developments related to the use of US visas.
The NIS’s Public Relations Officer, ACI Akimsola Akinlabi in Abuja on August 1, stated that the NIS and US mission in Abuja have reinforced their commitment to ensuring secure and efficient visa processes.
According to Akinlabi, “The NIS has issued a travel advisory to Nigerians on the responsible use of US visas, reminding visa holders to strictly adhere to the purpose stated in their visa applications and comply with US immigration laws.”
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The US government has expressed concerns regarding the misuse of US visas by Nigerians, and the NIS is working closely with the US Mission to address these issues.
Nigerian students in the US are required to maintain an active study status to avoid visa cancellation and potential future eligibility issues.
US consular officers will deny tourist visa applications if they suspect that the primary purpose of travel is to give birth in the United States to secure US citizenship for the child.
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The NIS and the US Mission in Abuja are collaborating to ensure that Nigeria is not subject to expanded visa restrictions.
This joint effort underscores the commitment of both countries to maintaining secure and transparent visa processes.
“We are dedicated to ensuring that our citizens comply with visa regulations and respect the laws of other countries,” said ACI Akinlabi.
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