NEWS

NCC Urges African Nations to Present United Front at 2026 Global Telecom Conference

Daily Dispatch July 22, 2026

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged African countries to strengthen collaboration and adopt a common position ahead of the 2026 International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Conference, saying a unified approach will enable the continent to play a greater role in shaping global

NEWS

Climate Change Is a Human Rights Crisis, NHRC Declares

Daily Dispatch July 21, 2026

…Unveils National Action Group The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has declared climate change a growing human rights emergency in Nigeria, warning that rising temperatures, devastating floods, prolonged droughts and climate-induced displacement are stripping millions of Nigerians of their fundamental rights to life, food, shelter, health and dignity. In a

EDUCATION

Abiodun Charges Graduates to Solve Nigeria’s Challenges

Daily Dispatch July 21, 2026

…Bags Babcock Good Governance Award, Rewards Best Students …says education must produce solution providers, not just degree holders Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has challenged Nigerian graduates to deploy the knowledge and skills acquired through their academic pursuits to develop practical solutions to the numerous challenges confronting the country,

BUSINESS NEWS

Metering Crisis: Manufacturers Withdraw Suit

Daily Dispatch July 21, 2026

…Clearing Path for 1.55m Smart Meters Rollout Nigerian electricity consumers may soon witness renewed efforts to end years of estimated billing as the Association of Meter Manufacturers of Nigeria (AMMON) has withdrawn its legal action against the Federal Government, paving the way for the resumption of a major procurement process involving 1.55 million smart

NEWS

Tinubu’s Power Reforms Gain Momentum as FG Unveils Series II Bond to Deepen Electricity Sector Recovery

Daily Dispatch July 21, 2026

The Federal Government has launched the Investor Forum for the Series II Bond Issuance under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme (PPSFRP), reaffirming its commitment to restoring financial stability in Nigeria’s electricity sector and attracting long-term private investment. Speaking at the forum in Abuja on Tuesday, the Special Adviser to the

LEAD STORY 2

PFIPC Probe: CBN Says OAGF Directed Opening of Council’s Accounts

Daily Dispatch July 21, 2026

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed opening two domiciliary accounts linked to the controversial presidential foreign investment promotion council (PFIPC) on the directive of the office of the accountant-general of the federation (OAGF). The apex bank, however, said the accounts, one denominated in United States dollars and the other in British pounds sterling,