Around the end of December 2023, there was viral video circulating in social media platform accusing Penden Cement Authority Limited (PCAL) management on dispatching underweight cement causing concerns. The video captures a man expressing dissatisfaction with the weight of cement, claiming it to be 3-5kg less than the actual weight. Initially, the weights displayed on […]
Fed Govt Seeks Compliance In Weight, Measuring Instrument
The Federal Government is set to ensure compliance in the usage of weighing and measuring instrument in all sectors of the economy. The Chief Executive Officer NIGERCO Nigeria Ltd, Engr. Yabagi Sani disclosed this at a briefing in Abuja. He said, “All organisation involved should register their weight, measures, weighing and measuring instruments used for […]
Amid Crisis, Reps Throw Weight Behind Dangote Refinery After Facility Tour
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has said lawmakers are committed to addressing all issues affecting the ease of doing business in Nigeria amid challenges surrounding the full take-off of the Dangote Refinery. The Speaker said this when he led the leadership of the House of Representatives on familiarization visit to Dangote Refinery […]
Trade Minister Reiterates Role Of Weights And Measures Department In Oil Sector
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) Otunba Adeniyi Adebayo on Monday in Abuja, reiterated the importance of the role of Weights and Measures Department in the oil and gas sector Adebayo said this at a meeting with the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Mr Timipre Sylva. The meeting was initiated by the […]
Inaccurate Weights and Measurements Cost Nigeria N755Bn Monthly
25 April 2013, Abuja – Inaccurate weights and measurements costs Nigeria financial losses in excess of N755 billion every month, Mr.Olusegun Aganga, the minister of Industry, Trade and Investment has disclosed. He made the disclosure at the launching of the Legal Metrology web-portal of the Weights and Measures Aganga said the amount is the aggregate loss […]
FG Moves to Ensure Accurate Measurement of Luggage at MMIA
In a bid to ensure accurate measurement of travellers’ luggage, the Federal Government on Thursday conducted a verification of measuring scales at the nation’s airports. The exercise was undertaken by the Weights and Measures Department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. Speaking after […]
Balancing Security, Support, and Regulation: Nigerians Weigh in on the Complexities of Food Importation
Food insecurity remains a critical issue in Nigeria, with debates ongoing about the mBusinessDay’s recent poll BusinessDay JulyTalkExchange poll, sought to gauge public opinion on various aspects of food importation and its impact on Nigeria’s food crisis, agricultural policies, and local farming. This article delves into the poll’s findings, highlighting the diverse perspectives of respondents. Effectiveness of Food Importation in […]
Canada Weighing Extra Border Measures for Asylum Seekers From Mexico, Minister Says
OTTAWA, Jan 21 (Reuters) – Canada is weighing a number of measures to prevent Mexican nationals from flying into the country to request asylum, a top official said on Sunday, after Quebec’s premier said earlier this week the lack of visa requirements for Mexican travelers meant more refugees were arriving by plane. Speaking to the […]
Biden Administration Weighing Measures to Help Palestinians Bring Families
The Biden administration is weighing measures to help Palestinians living in the United States who want to bring family from the war-torn region. We are constantly evaluating policy proposals to further support Palestinians who are family members of American citizens and may want to come to the United States, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre […]
FG Unveils Weight, Measurement Agency
The Federal Government intends to upgrade the Ways and Measures Department of the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment to a full-fledged agency named the “Nigerian Weights and Measures Regulatory Agency”. The aim is to improve the quality of services provided, boost consumer confidence, and facilitate international trade. The minister, Niyi Adebayo, confirmed this […]