The telecommunication giant, MTN has started debts for many customers in Nigeria.
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This was observed early hours of today, Saturday, November 11, 2023, as users shared experiences of having their debts, such as N5000 debt, cleared by MTN.

The details of the act are yet to be known as of the time of writing this report, but it is said to be a strategic business move by MTN, aiming to encourage users.

MTN users who are owing can check if their debt is cleared by dialing *310#.

Meanwhile, the decision of MTN has generated discussions on various social media platforms while many are thanking the telecom giant others are calling for an explanation.

@wdaniel420 on Twitter said; “MTN Nigeria, waking up to clearing my 10k debts… E remain Palmpay😂😭😅.. For Here dem never see anything.”

@rexchazy wrote; “MTN teach FG how to give palliative. I hope it deliberate not that their account was hacked.”

Alex Smith, a Facebook user said; “I still dey shock me like this🤣🤣🤣
I feel like it’s a set up.”

@Heroesworths said; “They probably think the are going to lose there customers to Glo network.”

@Utd_vegas wrote; “So mtn no credit people way no dey owe true true this life no dey favor good people.”

Canada also joined the United States and the United Kingdom in issuing a warning against nonessential travel to Nigeria.

On Monday, the High Commission witnessed a fire outbreak that killed two persons and injured two others.

Shortly after the incident, the Canadian Foreign Minister, Melanie Joly, issued a terse statement on X, mourning the victims of the explosion.

“We can confirm there was an explosion at our High Commission in Nigeria. The fire is out and we are working to shed light on what caused this situation. I send my heartfelt condolences to the families of the 2 people killed in this tragedy,” she said.

Also, Canada’s High Commission in Nigeria, said on social media that it had “temporarily suspended operations until further notice”.

However, the Commission was silent on Monday’s explosion, issuing a travel advisory and warning against non-essential travel to Nigeria, including the capital Abuja.

It blamed the decision on “the unpredictable security situation throughout the country and the significant risk of terrorism, crime, inter-communal clashes, armed attacks and kidnappings”.

Earlier, President Bola Tinubu sympathised with the Canadian Government and the victims of the fire incident which occurred at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja.

The President’s sympathy was conveyed in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, on Monday.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sympathises with the Canadian government, the diplomatic community, and all persons affected by a fire incident which occurred on Monday at the Canadian High Commission in Abuja.

“The President assures the Canadian authorities of the full support of the Nigerian government in the aid of diplomatic and local staff of the High Commission who were particularly affected by the incident.

“President Tinubu prays for the repose of the departed souls and wishes all injured persons a rapid and full recovery,” the statement read.

In a significant development, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke has been appointed as a Member of the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). This appointment comes after his confirmation by the Senate and approval by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, a seasoned and accomplished figure in Nigerian politics, is set to play a pivotal role in the NDDC. His appointment aligns with the provisions of Section 2 (2)(a) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (Establishment) Act, 2000. It marks a new chapter in the commission’s efforts to promote development and progress in the Niger Delta region.

The appointment, which is on a part-time basis, as stipulated in Section 2(3) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (Establishment) Act, 2000, officially took effect on Thursday, October 25, 2023. Rt. Hon. Orok Duke will serve an initial term of four (4) years, during which his expertise and vision will be invaluable in shaping the NDDC’s strategic initiatives.

This development holds particular significance as it coincides with ongoing efforts to revitalize and address the unique challenges facing the Niger Delta region. Rt. Hon. Orok Duke’s appointment is a testament to his dedication to public service and his commitment to the betterment of Nigeria as a whole.

The allowances attached to his appointment are in accordance with the provisions outlined in Circular Ref. No. SWC/S/04/S.310/T/65 of 8th April, 2016, for special category federal government agencies and statutory corporations.

Sen. George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, conveyed the President’s approval and extended his congratulations and best wishes to Hon. Orok Duke on his appointment.

This appointment is a matter of national interest, coinciding with the NDDC’s ongoing efforts to address the unique challenges facing the Niger Delta region. Rt. Hon. Orok Duke’s extensive experience and dedication to public service make him well-suited to contribute positively to the NDDC’s mission of fostering growth and development in the region.