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  • Communications Intern at Surge Africa Organisation

    Surge Africa design and implement innovative measures that improve approaches to climate adaptation through policy, media and resilient development.
    We acknowledge that climate change is multifaceted and must be tackled by anchoring strategies using a multi-layered approach towards various levels of our societies, which is why our programs are tailored to strategically advance climate resilience by influencing and advancing an inclusive decentralization of people, energy, economic and landscape governance.

    Surge Africa has a regional presence in Africa with a footprint of operations in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa through numerous programs and initiatives. Through our media work, we saw it necessary to bridge regional gaps, by initiating programs in Latin America to promote our shared values for justice and equality in climate justice advocacy.Job Summary

    As a Communications Intern, you'll assist in the execution of communication strategies to enhance the organization's public image and support the development and management of content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and the organization's website.
    You'll monitor and engage in conversations on social media platforms to build and maintain an active online presence.

    Qualifications

    1 year working or volunteer experience in Media related role.
    Strong research and analytical skills.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Familiarity with policy analysis tools and methodologies.
    Proficient in Google Workspace and any other relevant tools.
    Fast and adaptable learner
    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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  • NERC orders DisCos to refund overbilled customers before April 11

    NERC orders DisCos to refund overbilled customers before April 11

    Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have been directed by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to refund customers wrongly billed with the new rate.

     

    In a statement released on Saturday, April 6, by NERC deputy general manager in charge of market competition and rates, Abba Terab, it was stated that customers should be refunded through energy tokens no later than April 11. DisCos are also expected to file evidence of compliance with the commission by April 12.

     

    The statement read; 

     

    “All DisCos shall ensure that only the newly approved Band A feeders listed in their April 2024 supplementary orders are maintained as band A for the purpose of vending to prepaid customers and billing for post paid customers on their networks.

    “All DisCos are required to immediately post on their websites the schedule of approved Band A feeders that have been affected by the rate review.

    “All DisCos shall set up a portal by 10th April 2024 on their website that allows all customers to check their current Bands by entering their meter or account numbers.

    “All customers wrongly billed at the new rate should be refunded through energy tokens no later than Thursday 11th April 2024, and file evidence of compliance with the Commission by 12th April 2024.

    “The Commission shall monitor compliance with the requirements listed above and shall continue to provide support to all stakeholders as required.”

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  • Fresh Tragedy Hits Nigerian Army As Terrorists Kill Lt Colonel, Six Soldiers In Ambush

    The soldiers died exactly a week after the military personnel who were murdered while on a peace mission in Delta State were laid to rest at National Military Cemetery in Abuja.

    A Lieutenant Colonel in the Nigerian Army and six soldiers have lost their lives in an ambush by the Boko Haram terrorists along Biu-Buni Yadi road, Borno State.

     

    The soldiers died exactly a week after the military personnel who were murdered while on a peace mission in Delta State were laid to rest at National Military Cemetery in Abuja.

     

    Daily Trust gathered that the Boko Haram insurgents ambushed the soldiers at Kamuya, a village close to Buratai, home town of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen Tukur Buratai (rtd).

     

    A security source said the soldiers paid a supreme price on their way to Damaturu to buy fuel.

     

    “It’s very sad; they were soldiers of 135 Special Force BN FOB in Buratai. They were ambushed on their way to Damaturu, Yobe state, to buy fuel.”

     

    “Unfortunately, we lost an officer, a driver, gunner and four other escorts, while the wounded are in the hospital responding to treatment,” he said.

     

    A local source, who escaped the incident by whiskers, said while on his way to the neighboring Yadi town, hometown of Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, he ran into the scene.

     

    “I can’t describe the kind of gun battle that ensued, the insurgents who were in large number overwhelmed the soldiers. It’s by God grace that I survived,” he said. 

     

     

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  • Gov Namadi suspends commissioner over alleged mismanagement of N2.8bn approved for Iftar feeding

    The Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has suspended the state’s Commissioner for Commerce, Aminu Kanta.

    The commissioner’s suspension followed claims on the mismanagement of funds allocated to the Iftar feeding program in Babura local government area of the state.

    The state government had approved the release of N2.8 billion to the 27 LGAs in the state to provide meals during Ramadan under the Iftar feeding programme.

    The Secretary to the State Government, Bala Ibrahim, who confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday in Dutse, said the commissioner’s suspension was to ensure transparency and integrity in governance.

    He reaffirmed the government’s readiness to investigate any allegations of financial impropriety in the state thoroughly.

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  • Lagos Warns Supermarkets, Grocery Stores Against Hiding Products’ Price Tags

    The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has warned supermarkets and grocery stores in the state against non-disclosure of price tags on products.

    According to LASCOPA, the warning is aimed at ensuring transparency and protecting consumers from price exploitation.

    The agency disclosed this on Saturday in a statement posted on the website of the state government.

    “The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency (LASCOPA) has issued a stern warning to supermarkets and grocery stores within the state regarding the non-disclosure of price tags on products.

    “LASCOPA’s warning aims to ensure transparency and protect consumers from potential price exploitation as non-disclosure of price tags can lead to misunderstandings and inconvenience at the point of sale,” the statement reads.

    The General Manager of LASCOPA, Mr. Afolabi Solebo, said that such practices violate consumers’ rights and the Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency Law.

    He emphasised the importance of adhering to regulations, noting that the absence of price tags denies consumers the ability to make informed decisions.

    Solebo warned that the agency would not hesitate to shut any erring supermarkets.

    “…such practices contradict the Consumer Protection Act, which mandates the clear display of prices for goods and services.

    Solebo maintained that ”failure to comply with the law will result in fines in accordance with consumer protection laws, adding that the Agency will not hesitate to seal erring supermarkets over non-disclosure of price tags on products on shelves.”

    He urged consumers to report any instances of non-compliance to LASCOPA through the agency’s social media platforms or the following dedicated contact numbers.

    Lagos Warns Supermarkets, Grocery Stores Against Hiding Products’ Price Tags is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

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  • Policy & Research Intern at Surge Africa Organisation April, 2024

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  • Man who sleeps with s3x workers for free and steals their items while they are asleep nabbed

    Man who sleeps with s3x workers for free and steals their items while they are asleep nabbed

    A man who sleeps with s3x workers for free and steals their items while they are asleep has been nabbed by some of his victims. 

     

    The suspect was simply identified as Richy and it was gathered that he met his waterloo after robbing 5 s3x workers.

     

    It’s unclear if he was handed over to the police.

     

     

     



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  • Lawless Nigerian Navy Personnel Beat Civilian Staff To Death In Lagos As Family Demands Justice

     

    The family of Richard Onumegbu, a civilian staff of the Federal Ministry of Defence, Nigerian Navy Base, Ojo, Lagos State, has raised the alarm, demanding justice for their son reportedly beaten to death by four Navy officers. 

     

    Narrating how Richard was killed, a family source in a video on social media said he was killed by the four Naval officers contracted by a young woman who was fond of bullying him and calling him a “dog boy”.

     

    According to the family source, late Richard who worked with the ministry’s laboratory for 15 years before he died on Easter Sunday following the brutal attack he received from the naval officers, loved taking care of dogs and the young woman had made it a point of duty to constantly bully him, but on March 26, when she called him a dog boy as usual, he confronted her and they had an altercation.

     

    She attempted to slap him but after he overpowered and pinned her on the ground without beating her, he asked her to apologise to him, which she did and he let her go. 

    She thereafter went and called five naval officers who pounced on Richard and brutalised him for several hours.

     

    Richard died on Easter Sunday which was March 31, at work as he still went to work with the bruises and swollen body from the attack.

     

    However, the family source said that the Nigerian Navy has been hiding information of its investigation into the matter from Richard’s family, saying that the military could not divulge information about the case to the family.

     

    The family source said, “Richard Onumegbu was a civilian staff of the Nigerian Ministry of Defence. He worked there for 15 years and he dedicated his life to that ministry. He worked in the laboratory.

     

    “Unfortunately, on March 26, 2024, Richard did not come home. His family and his sister who he was living with was worried, unknown that Richard was being beaten, brutalized and battered for seven hours. He was beaten from 8pm on March 26 to 1am March 27.

     

    “His crime was that he loves taking care of dogs. One of his bosses was not around and left his dog in Richard’s care. After work, as usual, Richard went to take care of the dogs.

     

    “There is a particular lady living in the compound that is always bullying Richard. Whenever she sees Richard, she calls him ‘dog boy’. That day, he decided to stand for himself and told her he had had enough of her bullying.

     

    “They had a little bit of altercations and the lady tried to slap him but he tried to defend himself and being a man, he had the upper hand but he did not beat this lady. 

     

    “Because of the whole back and forth, Richard pinned the lady on the floor and he asked her to apologise to him before he could let her go. Understanding that she had wronged him, she apologised to Richard and he let her go. He never laid his hand on the lady.

     

    “Unknown to Richard, the lady went to mobilise and came back with five Navy officers. They came there and four of them, without listening to Richard’s side of the story, started brutalising him. They kicked him, punched and beat him.

     

    “They beat him to the extent that he was filled with sores and swollen. Unfortunately, on Easter Sunday, his family got a call that he had died. 

     

    “To show much Richard loved the Navy and his job, with the bruises in his body, he still went to work and he died at work. 

     

    “Jungle justice is what they did to him. They took away the joy of the family. Took away a promising young man that had so much to give. All we want is justice.

     

    “We want justice. The Nigerian Navy failed him when he was alive. This case is looking like it is going to be swept under the carpet. They are hiding details surrounding how far they are going with the interrogation of the people who perpetrated this act.

     

    “The Nigerian Navy are covering a lot of things. They are not saying anything to the family. They are saying that they cannot divulge the information of the case to the family.

     

    “We want justice for him and we cannot keep silent. Governor Sanwo-Olu, please come to our aid. We need justice for Richard. He was taken from us abruptly. He had dreams. 

     

    “This could have been your son or your brother or happened to anybody. He worked there for 15 years, and to think that he died at the hands of the Nigerian Navy makes it worse. Justice must prevail.”

     

     

     



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  • Ndume urges Nigerian govt to reconsider decision on electricity tariff hike

    The Senate Chief Whip, Ali Ndume, on Saturday urged the Federal Government to reconsider its position on the electricity tariff hike.

    Ndume, who made the call in a statement in Abuja, described the timing of the electricity tariff increase as unfavourable.

    He reminded the federal government that Nigerians are yet to recover from the removal of fuel subsidy.

    The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on Wednesday approved an increase in electricity tariff for Band A consumers.

    The decision allowed the electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) to raise electricity prices from N68 to N225 per kilowatt-hour from April 1.

    The lawmaker noted that Nigerians were facing many challenges, including unprecedented inflation, poor purchasing power, insecurity, and other hardships.

    Ndume urged the federal government to focus on providing stable electricity, inflation reduction, stabilise the naira, reduction in food prices, and provision of other basic amenities to Nigerians before the increase in tariff.

    He expressed concern that the decision to increase the electricity tariff was taken without due consultation with the National Assembly.

    The chief whip said: “The news of the increment came to me and many of my colleagues as a shock.

    “It also came at a time when the National Assembly was on a break, personally, I think the timing of this hike is very wrong, Nigerians are grappling with many challenges.

    “To put this fresh responsibility on them is very unfair. Nigerians are yet to recover from the fuel subsidy removal of last year.

    “Many Nigerians are still grappling with the ripple effects that the removal had on them.

    “I believe that the timing is wrong, there ought to have been some consultations, especially with the National Assembly as representatives of the people, we were not consulted, we saw the news like every other Nigerian.

    “The inflation is still very high, and the prices of food commodities, drugs, transportation, school fees, and other daily expenditures are still on the high side, to now add this new burden is unfair.

    “The minimum wage has not been increased, many state governments are yet to even pay the current minimum wage of N30,000. How do we expect the people to survive? We have to be very realistic and feel the pulse of the people we represent as a government.

    “For me, I think the Federal Government should, first of all, provide stable electricity, reduce inflation, stabilise the naira, and prices of food commodities.

    “Then, the purchasing power of Nigerians must significantly improve before we can place a fresh responsibility on them as a government.

    “The Federal Government needs to allow the National Assembly to also step in and consult because we represent the people. We feel their pulse, and we know what they are going through right now.”

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  • EFCC Holds Director’s Lecture Series on PR

    EFCC Holds Director’s Lecture Series on PR

    EFCC Holds Director’s Lecture Series on PR

    In line with the dreams of the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, to constantly hone the public relations skills of officers of the Commission, the first quarter of the Director’s Lecture Series for Public Affairs Department held on Friday, April 5th, 2024, at the PAD Conference Room, Abuja.

    Yushau Shuaibu, Managing Director, Image Merchants Promotions Limited, who was the guest lecturer spoke on the topic: “Effective Public Relations Strategies for Law Enforcement Agencies”.

    Acting Director, Public Affairs of the Commission, Wilson Uwujaren, appreciated the guest speaker for finding time to impact knowledge on upcoming public relations practitioners of the Commission. He also said that the training is in consonance with professionalism, being a core value of the Commission.

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