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CNS Swimming Championship Set to Kick-Off

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso As preparations gear up for one of Nigeria's biggest swimming competitions, key stakeholders are rallying to ensure a historic and successful outing. Leading the charge is the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), who has expressed strong support for the event by deploying relevant departments within the Nigerian Navy to work closely with the federation. "We are most excited that the CNS himself has thrown his weight around this event and has deployed the relevant department within the […]

July 8, 2025

Education

FG Enforces 16-Year Age Limit for Tertiary Admissions

By Aremu Toyeebaht In a bid to tighten admission processes and uphold academic integrity, the Federal Government has officially enforced 16 years as the minimum age for entry into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the directive during the 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), held in Abuja on Tuesday. Dr. Alausa declared that the age policy is now mandatory and irreversible, warning institutions against bypassing the Central Admissions Processing […]

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Politics

Lawmakers Push for Comprehensive Maritime Sector Reform in Nigeria

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives on Monday renewed calls for sweeping reforms in Nigeria’s maritime sector, urging improved funding, enhanced revenue collection systems, and full compliance with remittance policies. This call was made during the 2025 budget presentation by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) on Monday at the National Assembly. Chairman of the House Committee on Maritime Safety, Rep. Kadjiat Ibrahim, described the sector as a critical revenue source that requires urgent attention. While the […]

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Patrick Bassey, head coach of the TDS U15 team, speaks at the closing ceremony of the first batch of the Talent Development Scheme

Sport

TDS Under-15: Patrick Bassey Commends NFF Talent Development Scheme

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The head coach of the Talent Development Scheme (TDS) Under-15 team Patrick Bassey has expressed deep appreciation to the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following the successful conclusion of the first batch of the Talent Development Scheme (TDS), a grassroots football initiative jointly organized by FIFA and the NFF. Speaking after the close of the first phase of the program, which ended on Saturday the 5th of July 2025, the coach thanked the NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa […]

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Uncategorized

Jaiz Bank Appoints Indimi, Nike Kolawole to Strengthen Board Leadership

By Oluwakemi Kindness Nigeria’s pioneer non-interest financial institution, Jaiz Bank Plc, has strengthened its Board with the appointment of two accomplished professionals, Ahmed Mohammed Indimi and Nike Kolawole. They bring onboard deep expertise in energy, ethical finance, and global capital markets. According to a statement issued in Abuja, the Bank describes the appointments as strategic moves to deepen leadership capacity and sharpen its ethical banking mandate. Chairman of the Board, Mohammed Bintube, describes the appointments as transformative. “Ahmed Indimi’s sectoral […]

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Economy

Nigeria, Netherlands Begin Tax Treaty Renegotiation

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially opened talks with the Kingdom of the Netherlands to renegotiate their Double Taxation Agreement (DTA). This marks the first international tax treaty review since the enactment of sweeping tax reforms signed into law by President Bola Tinubu on June 26, 2025. The milestone event, held at the Revenue House in Abuja, was hosted by the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, who received the […]

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Economy

Customs Cracks Down on Cash Smuggling Through Airlines

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a direct sensitisation campaign targeting international airline operators, urging stricter enforcement of currency declaration rules. The exercise which is a renewed effort to curb illicit financial flows and tighten Nigeria’s border controls, held in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, and airline representatives at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at the weekend. The move is part of broader anti-money laundering measures amid rising concerns over terrorism financing and cross-border cash […]

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Economy

Judiciary Key to Investor Confidence, Market Reform – Shettima

By Oluwakemi Kindness Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the Nigerian judiciary to play a more decisive role in boosting investor confidence and accelerating economic reforms by ensuring timely resolution of capital market disputes. Speaking at the SEC Judges’ Workshop in Abuja on Monday where he was represented by his adviser Tope Fasua, Shettima said legal certainty and efficient justice delivery are vital to achieving the government’s N1 trillion economy target. “Justice delayed is justice denied—especially in capital markets […]

July 7, 2025

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Economy

CBN Clarifies NRBVN Charges for Nigerians in Diaspora

By Oluwakemi Kindness CBN says BVN registration remains free for Nigerians at home, clarifies $50 fee applies only to diaspora enrolment via the NRBVN platform. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that the Bank Verification Number (BVN) registration remains free for Nigerians residing in the country, dismissing rumours of new or hidden charges. This follows speculations surrounding the newly launched Non-Resident BVN (NRBVN) platform, which is designed for Nigerians living abroad. Speaking via a statement issued in Abuja […]

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