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Nigeria Customs Service Highlights Innovations in Border Security for National Security

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has once again brought global attention to the transformative role of NCS in safeguarding Nigeria’s borders. Speaking at the 18th Africa Security Watch Conference in Doha, Qatar, the CGC, represented by the National Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, shared a comprehensive account of the Service’s achievements in balancing security enforcement with trade facilitation. In his keynote address titled "Protecting National Security Through Effective […]

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National Assembly

Abia Airport: Kalu Commends President Tinubu for Prioritizing Development of South-East

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government for prioritizing the development of the South East region. Specifically, Kalu acknowledged the Federal Government's efforts in initiating the construction of the Abia Airport, which is set to commence next Tuesday. Kalu said that the Abia Airport project is a testament to the Federal Government's commitment to bridging the infrastructure gap in the region. According to a statement […]

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News

FG to Save N640bn On Abuja-Kano Road Construction Using Concrete

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has defended the Federal Government's decision to switch from using asphalt for the construction of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road to using concrete. According to the Minister the decision will save the Government over N640 billion. The contract for the construction of the road which was awarded to Julius Berger was recently terminated by the Minister, who accused the contractor of unethical practises and failure to abide by the terms of the […]

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News

INEC Debunks Viral News On Professor Yakubu’s Death.

By Anayo Akwitti The Independent National Electoral Commission,INEC says its attention has been drawn to a fake news narrative circulated by a section of the social media claiming the purported death of the INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu at a London hospital. The Commission noted that story first appeared on Monday, 9th December 2024. In a statement on Saturday,Chief Press Secretary to the INEC chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi appealled to the public to disregard the rumour. He said Prof. Yakubu is […]

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Economy

FG, States, LGCs Share N1.727trn For November 2024

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government, States and the Local Government Councils has shared a total sum of N 1.727 trillion, being November 2024. The revenue was shared at the December 2024 meeting of the Federation Accounts Allocation Committee (FAAC) held in Abuja. The N1.727 trillion revenue comprised statutory revenue of N455.354 billion, Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N585.700 billion, Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of N15.046 billion and Exchange Difference revenue of N671.392 billion. A communiqué issued […]

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Security

FCT Police Ban Use of Firecrackers During Festive Season

By Oluwakemi Kindness The FCT Police Command has warned against the use of firecrackers (Knockouts) during the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations. This ban is implemented to ensure the safety of all residents and to protect lives and property throughout the festive season. Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, emphasized that the use of these items can lead to unnecessary panic and anxiety within the community. Additionally, they present significant risks, including fire hazards and other preventable incidents. Speaking in […]

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Economy

CBN Reiterates Validity of Old Series of Naira Denominations

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Friday refuted misinformation regarding the validity of the old ₦1000, ₦500, and ₦200 banknotes currently in circulation. The apex Bank said in line with the it’s previous clarifications, it is reiterating that the subsisting Supreme Court ruling granted on November 29, 2023, permits the concurrent circulation of all versions of the ₦1000, ₦500, and ₦200 denominations of the Naira indefinitely. According to a statement on Friday by the Ag. Director, […]

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Health

Coalition Petitions NHRC, FCCPC, seeks prohibition of GMOs in Nigeria

By Oluwakemi Kindness The GMO-Free Nigeria Alliance on Friday petitioned the National Human Right Commission and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) demanding the ban on the use and consumption of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) in Nigeria. The Alliance consisting of experts, farmers, women, youth groups and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) submitted their protest letter to the agencies in Abuja during a rally led by Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF). The rally which held simultaneously across 10 […]

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Featured

NILDS Inspires Staff with Awards and Salary Boost at End-of-Year Celebration

The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) on Thursday, December 12, 2024, had its end of the year party, celebrating and honouring exceptional staff who had contributed positively to the success of the organisation. At the ceremony, Director General of NILDS, Professor Abubakar Olanrewaju Sulaiman, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin, Professor Edoba Bright Omoregie, for his exemplary service as the former Director of Legislative Support Service (DLSS),urging him to maintain his […]

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