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Power Firm Seeks Out-of-court Settlement With Niger Over Rent Dispute

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2 years ago

June 11, 2024

North-South Power Company Limited and Stanbic IBTC Bank, operating in Niger State, have expressed their commitment to resolving the issue of rent owed to the state out-of-court. This decision comes after bench warrants were issued by the Niger State High Court II against the managing director of North-South Company and Mainstream Energy for failing to appear in court regarding the charges.

In the criminal case involving North-South Power Company Limited and its Managing Director, counsel to the complainant, Niger State Internal Revenue Service Aliyu Lemu (SAN), informed the court that the defendants’ counsel has shown a commitment to addressing the issues that led to the bench warrant issuance against their clients.

Justice Abdullahi Mika’ilu, while adjourning the matter to July 17, 2024, for the defendants to enter their pleas, emphasized that the bench warrant remains in effect.

Similarly, the court upheld its earlier bench warrant against Stanbic IBTC Bank, following the defense counsel’s application and no objection from the complainant’s counsel.

During the adjourned date, the complainant’s counsel confirmed to the court that personal service had been made to the managing director of the first defendant, Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited, who was absent from court. However, the company was represented in court.

Justice Abdullahi Mika’iku adjourned the criminal case to July 8, 2024, for the defendants, Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited and its managing director, to enter their pleas.

The case is part of the criminal aspect of the multi-billion Naira civil case against North-South Power Company Limited and Mainstream Energy Solutions Limited, which is ongoing at the Federal High Court II Minna.

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Bolaji Abdullahi Says APC’s Continuation Under Tinubu in 2027 ‘Scary’

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38 minutes ago

January 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Olokuta Rofiat

The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has described the prospect of the All Progressives Congress (APC) retaining power under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 as “scary to contemplate.”

Speaking on Thursday, Abdullahi criticised the APC-led government’s performance, citing persistent economic hardship and security challenges that, he said, have left many Nigerians dissatisfied.

He warned that extending the current administration beyond 2027 could worsen national difficulties and further strain governance and the daily lives of citizens.

Abdullahi’s remarks come amid growing political positioning by opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the ADC urging voters to critically assess the ruling party’s record.

The APC has yet to respond to the comments, though it has previously defended its policies, insisting it is working to stabilise the economy and tackle insecurity.

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CAF, PUMA Unveil Special Gold ITRI Ball for AFCON 2025 Final

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41 minutes ago

January 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Samuel Adeola

The Confederation of African Football (CAF), and its technical partner, PUMA, have unveiled a special gold-accented edition of the official match ball, ITRI, for Sunday’s TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 final in Morocco.

Hosts Morocco will face Senegal at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00pm local time.

CAF said in a statement on Friday that the commemorative ball was designed to honour the two finalists. The ITRI ball, used throughout the tournament, draws inspiration from traditional Moroccan zellij designs, featuring star shapes, floral patterns and circular symmetry.

Built on PUMA’s Orbita 6 technology, CAF noted that the ball blends cultural heritage with innovation while meeting elite performance standards.

CAF and PUMA had earlier unveiled the ITRI ball as the official match ball for AFCON 2025.

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ADC: Nigerians Agree APC Government Has Failed

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44 minutes ago

January 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Olokuta Rofiat

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has claimed that Nigerians are largely agreed that the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government has failed to meet expectations and tackle the country’s major challenges.

In a statement on Thursday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, cited persistent economic hardship, worsening insecurity and rising living costs under President Bola Tinubu’s administration as evidence of what it described as poor governance.

The ADC said growing public dissatisfaction reflects frustration with the APC’s inability to deliver on its promises since coming to power.

The party urged the federal government to address the concerns of ordinary Nigerians and called on citizens to hold leaders accountable ahead of the 2027 general elections.