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Unnecessary Delays in Drivers Licence Production in Nigeria: Citizens Paying the Price for FRSC Failures

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  Published by {Eye360newsmedia} In Nigeria today, acquiring a driver’s licence has become a frustrating ordeal. What should ordinarily take weeks often stretches into months, sometimes years, leaving many citizens stranded in a cycle of unnecessary delays. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the body responsible for issuing licences, continues to face widespread criticism over its inefficiency in processing applications. Applicants who have gone through the rigorous steps of documentation, biometric capture, and payment are often left waiting endlessly for their permanent licence to be ready. Instead, they are forced to carry around flimsy temporary slips, which expire quickly and create more problems than solutions. Unfortunately, this delay does not just inconvenience drivers—it exposes them to constant harassment and humiliation from law enforcement officers. Police officers, sometimes unwilling to recognize temporary slips, accuse drivers of flouting the law, leading to ...

Tinted Car Permits in Nigeria: A Clear Guide to Legal Compliance

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  By Eye360newsmedia 🇳🇬  Why You Need a Tinted Glass Permit Under the Motor Vehicle (Prohibition of Tinted Glass) Act, vehicles with aftermarket tinted windows must have an official permit to avoid legal penalties. This measure helps law enforcement verify vehicle interiors and combat illicit activity  . How to Apply: Official Process via POSSAP Visit the Legit Portal Go to the Nigeria Police Force’s POSSAP portal at possap.gov.ng , which offers the Tinted Permit service under the “Request Service” section  . Register Your Account Sign up using your NIN, BVN, or TIN, then verify your email or phone to activate your dashboard  . Start an Application Choose “Tinted Glass Permit”, fill in vehicle details (make, model, registration number), and provide owner information accurately  . Upload Required Documents Submit scanned copies of: Vehicle license or proof of ownership Driver’s license Passport‑style photo Medical report (if a...

The Future of Fintech in Africa: A Digital Revolution Unfolding

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Published by [Eye360newsmedia]   The African continent is undergoing a financial revolution powered by Fintech (Financial Technology). With a youthful population, rising smartphone penetration, and a growing demand for financial inclusion, Africa has become a fertile ground for innovation in digital banking and mobile finance solutions. Why Fintech is Thriving in Africa Unbanked Population: Millions of Africans lack access to traditional banking services. Fintech platforms like Flutterwave, Paystack, and OPay bridge this gap by offering digital wallets and payment solutions. Mobile Money Boom: Platforms like M-Pesa in Kenya and Paga in Nigeria have transformed how people send and receive money without the need for bank accounts. Government Support and Policies: Regulatory bodies in Nigeria and other nations are gradually creating frameworks that support Fintech growth and encourage foreign investment. Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies: The rise of decentralized finance (D...

🌍 Web3 in Africa: The Rise of Orange Web3 and the Power of ORNG Gifting

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 Published by [Eye360newsmedia] As the world moves towards decentralized technologies, Africa is emerging as a silent force in the global Web3 revolution. With a young, tech-savvy population and growing access to digital infrastructure, the continent is leapfrogging traditional systems into blockchain-powered solutions. One rising name in this transformation is Orange Web3, with its native token, ORNG, gaining popularity through its innovative ORNG Gifting model. 🚀 What is Web3, and Why is Africa Embracing It? Web3 refers to the next generation of the internet — one that is decentralized, transparent, and user-owned. Unlike traditional Web2 platforms like Facebook or Twitter, Web3 puts power back into the hands of users through blockchain, smart contracts, and tokenization. In Africa, where trust in centralized institutions (banks, governments, etc.) is often low, Web3 offers: Decentralized finance (DeFi) for unbanked populations Ownership of digital identity and data Alternati...