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Imo NURTW Chair Settles Dispute Between Orlu Zone Beach Owners, Tipper Drivers.

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By Onyinyechi Nwankwo.

To foster peace and unity among members of Road Transport Workers, the Imo State Chairman of National Union Of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Hon. Samuel Udeh FCAI, JP (Ezeumuokorobia) has brokered peace amongst Orlu Zone Beach Owners and Tipper Drivers who have been in business disagreements for some months.

The bone of contention for the delayed rancor between the Beach Owners and Tipper Drivers from Umuaka, Isiozi-aka and Njaba branches of the Union, was presented during an emergency meeting of leaders from the various branches of the State, called by the number one driver of the state when he got the report of disagreement from the 2 groups, held at the State Secretariat in Owerri, on Thursday.

Having tabled their case prior to the meeting day via letter, the Beach Owners complained that Tipper Drivers for over 2Months have been on strike, refusing to mine sand from them just because they(Beach Owners) have made a slight increment in the price of sand mining.

Beach Owners noted that the increase in sand excavation price came as a result of the country’s economic meltdown which has directly and indirectly affected the prices of goods and services including the maintenance of mining equipment.

On their part, Tipper Drivers argued that increment should be expected every 4years not sudden, adding that they too are experiencing the economic hardship, as diesel price has also increased, and that they pay through their noses to fix their Tippers and keep it fit. This they said made them reject the mining price increment from Beach Owners, hence the strike.

In settling the dispute, the peace loving State Chairman, who always see to it that members of the Union is united without any member or branch subjugated, meticulously analysed the issue of dispute, gave a fair judgement to it, as he brought the two parties to reach a compromise in the differing prices negotiated by them.

Udeh expressed happiness that the warring Unionists respected him as their Chairman and accepted the peace brokered, saying that he hope that the ugly phase of the country’s economy which brought about the whole increment issue and rancor among his members, also tears and bitterness to the citizens of the country in general would soon pass and things return to normal, assuring the Unionists of his ever readiness to address their issues while accommodating all.

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CAC reviews service fees

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June 18, 2025

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The Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, has announced a review of its service fees, scheduled to take effect from August 1, 2025.

Ekwutosblog learnt that the review followed a thorough evaluation of current economic conditions, rising operational costs, and consultations with key stakeholders across relevant sectors by the Commission.

The adjustments affect services provided to companies, business names, limited partnerships, and incorporated trustees, including post-incorporation filings and other regulatory services.

 

A comprehensive list of the new fees is available on the CAC website.

The adjustment is reportedly aimed at improving service delivery through enhanced digital operations.

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Lagos loses N4trn yearly to traffic congestion, moves to regulate tanker operations

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June 13, 2025

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The Lagos State Government has disclosed that the state suffers economic losses amounting to approximately N4 trillion each year due to persistent traffic congestion

This was revealed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Mr Sola Giwa, during a recent interview on TVC News.

He identified unregulated parking and the chaotic activities of tankers and articulated vehicles along key logistics corridors as major contributors to the problem.

In response, the government has announced the enforcement of an Electronic Call-Up (E-Call-Up) system, scheduled to take effect from Monday, June 16, 2025.

The initiative targets tankers and articulated vehicles operating along the Lekki-Epe corridor

Giwa explained that all truck operators entering Lagos to load or offload goods will now be required to register and book their movements through the E-Call-Up platform.

The system is designed to coordinate truck activities, eliminate indiscriminate roadside parking, and reduce traffic disruptions.

“Under the new system, tanker operators will be required to upload their Authority to Load, ATL, and pre-book assigned parking slots before arriving in Lagos.

The platform will also collect relevant cargo and travel data, supporting better logistical planning and enforcement.

Seven dedicated truck parks have been approved along the Lekki-Epe axis. These facilities will be equipped with restrooms, kitchens, electricity, and other basic amenities to support driver welfare and operational efficiency.

Giwa stated that the policy is the outcome of more than two years of stakeholder engagement and is a key part of the state’s broader efforts to reform its transportation system and build a more efficient and resilient urban environment.

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Arnold Ekpe: Nine things you need to know about new Chairman of Dangote Sugar

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June 12, 2025

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Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc recently appointed Mr Arnold Ekpe as the new Chairman of its Board, effective 16th June 2025.

Ekpe’s appointment comes after the retirement of Alhaji Aliko Dangote as Chairman of the company on Wednesday.

Dangote’s retirement brought an end to a 20-year leadership of the company.

His retirement will take effect starting from June 16, this year, according to a statement issued yesterday by Company Secretary Temitope Hassan.

However, Ekwutosblog brings you seven things you need to know about Dangote’s replacement, Arnold Ekpe:

1. Ekpe is a seasoned finance professional with more than thirty years of experience in the corporate sectors and banking.

2. He was born in Aug. 1953 in Nigeria, and went to King’s College, Lagos, where he graduated in 1972 and later traveled to abroad for his tertiary education.

3. Ekpe attended the University of Manchester and earned a First Class Honours degree in Engineering as a Shell Scholar (1973–1976).

4. He later obtained an MBA from Manchester Business School (1977–1979).

5. Ekpe started his career in 1977 with Schlumberger SA as a Wireline Logging Engineer.

6. He joined Alcan Aluminium Nigeria as Executive Assistant to the CEO in 1979.

7. Ekpe then entered the banking industry in the early 1980s, starting at International Merchant Bank (an affiliate of First Chicago) as Head of Strategy.

8. He later became Group CEO of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, a role he held until his retirement in 2012.

9. He has served as an Independent Non‑Executive Director at Dangote Sugar Refinery since 2024.

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