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United States calls back, says Tesla brake warnings were too small

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American safety officials say they have uncovered another problem in cars made by Elon Musk’s Tesla: brake warning lights that were too small.

The electric carmaker has issued a software update to make the font bigger in a recall affecting nearly 2.2 million cars.

It is the latest back and forth between regulators and Tesla.

Officials also said they were stepping up their probe of alleged power steering issues.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said there had been thousands of complaints about a loss of steering control, involving 2023 Model 3 sedans and Y SUVs, and one accident tied to the issue.

The NHTSA started its investigation last July. It is now going to conduct an engineering analysis, which could lead to a recall over the issue.

Small font increases crash risk

The font issues were uncovered in a routine audit earlier this month.

The voluntary recall for the brake, park and antilock system affects almost every vehicle Tesla has sold in the US. It is free for drivers.

No accidents have been associated with the problem, NHTSA said, but “warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash”.

Tesla has faced mounting scrutiny from regulators around the world, as a big jump in production in recent years has put more of its cars on the road.

It recalled more 16 million vehicles in china  earlier this month over issues with steering software and its door-locking system, while in December it faced a US recall of about 2 million cars  related to its autopilot features.

Complaints about power steering issues have also popped up previously, forcing a recall of about 40,000 cars in the US in 2022.

Tesla has often been able to address issues with remote software updates, unlike traditional recalls which force drivers to return cars to dealerships.

The terminology has drawn criticism from Mr Musk, who last year wrote on social media: “The word ‘recall’ for an over-the-air software update is anachronistic and just flat wrong!”

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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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