The Trade Union Congress (TUC), electricity workers, and consumers yesterday described as ‘negligible,’ the 8.1 per cent reduction in the tariff paid by Band A customers. They called for a reversal of the tariff announced last month by the Nigeria…
European parliament approves ‘‘right to repair’’ law
The European Parliament approved a new law establishing consumers’ right to repair certain products including smartphones, tablets, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, fridges, and monitors. The law, which still needs final approval from European Union member states, would require manufacturers to…
Electricity company apologises to consumers over power interruption
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), has apologised to its consumers over the power interruption being experienced in its franchise areas. The management of the company made the apology in a statement in Abuja on Friday. “We understand the inconvenience…
NCC halts MTN-Glo disconnection amidst debt resolution pact
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has intervened to prevent MTN Nigeria from disconnecting subscribers to Globacom amid interconnect debt disputes. The NCC, in a statement released on Thursday, revealed that the telecom regulatory body stepped in after both operators mutually…