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Customs, Sister Agencies Deepen Collaboration on National Security

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirm the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deepening collaboration with agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). This is as he describes shared facilities and joint operations as critical to strengthening national security. According to a statement on Saturday, he stated this on Thursday, when the CDCFIB leadership paid a courtesy visit to the Customs Headquarters in Abuja. Customs spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada quotes Adeniyi […]

August 23, 2025

Economy

FAAC Disburses N2trn to Three Tiers of Government in July

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total sum of N2.001 trillion as July 2025 Federation Account Revenue to the Federal Government, states, and local government councils. The allocation was made at the FAAC meeting held in Abuja on Friday, according to a communiqué issued after the session. The N2.001 trillion distributable revenue comprised: *Statutory revenue:* N1.283 trillion *Value Added Tax (VAT):* N640.61 billion *Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL):* N37.60 billion *Exchange Difference:* N39.75 billion […]

August 22, 2025

Security

IGP Creates Two Area Commands, Upgrades Five Divisions in Benue

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the creation of two new Area Commands and the upgrade of five Police Stations to Divisional Headquarters in Benue State, as part of renewed efforts to tackle insecurity and strengthen policing in difficult terrains. The new Area Commands include Daudu, which will oversee Guma, Daudu, Yelwata, and Agan Divisions; and Naka, which will supervise Naka, Apa, Agatu, and Okpokolo Divisions. In addition, Police Stations in Ayilamo, Yelwata, […]

August 22, 2025

Business

AfCFTA, Urges Nigeria to Prioritise Product Quality, Certification for Trade Gains

By Oluwakemi Kindness The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, has urged Nigeria to prioritise product quality, strong branding, and certification if it must fully harness the trade opportunities offered under the agreement. The call was made in Abuja on Friday, at the NEPC Re-Energized Webinar 6.0 themed “Unlocking Nigeria’s AfCFTA Potentials.” Franca Achimugu, representative of the National Action Committee (NAC) on AfCFTA, warned that tariff liberalisation alone would not guarantee success for Nigerian exporters. She stressed that the real determinant would […]

August 22, 2025

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Sport

NBSL Round Two Begins in Nnewi, Prof. Madubuko Honoured

By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) resumed with thrilling action in Nnewi, where fans were treated to exciting contests and a special recognition for one of the sport’s biggest contributors, Professor Victor Madubuko, Chairman of the Anambra State Beach Soccer Association. On the sand, Kebbi United BSC endured a disappointing start as they fell 3–0 to Jigawa Golden Stars BSC, while Ibom BSC continued their fine form with a dominant 3–0 victory over Nmanko Patigi BSC. […]

August 22, 2025 2

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General

Reps Unveil Africa’s First Legislative Barometer to Track Lawmakers’ Productivity

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has unveiled Africa’s first National Assembly Deliberative Barometer, a data-driven tool designed to track parliamentary productivity, strengthen accountability, and deepen democratic governance. The initiative, developed by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) in collaboration with ERGAF-Africa, was launched on Thursday at the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abuja. Represented by Rep. Cyril Harthson, Abbas described the barometer as a “historic step toward embedding data […]

August 22, 2025 2

Economy

FG Eyes N24bn Savings with BisonFly Project

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government has directed the speedy implementation of the BisonFly Project, a cost-cutting initiative projected to save between N18bn and N24bn annually in official air travel expenses across the Federal Civil Service. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with stakeholders on the project. Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Special Duties, Raymond Omenka Omachi, the Minister underscored the urgency of timely execution, […]

August 21, 2025

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Security

IGP Egbetokun Pledges Tech-Driven Intelligence to Tackle Emerging Threats

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has reiterate his commitment to strengthening intelligence-led policing through the adoption of cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships. Speaking during an inspection of advanced intelligence installations at Idu Community in Abuja, the IGP emphasizes that *“intelligence gathering remains the bedrock of effective policing in the 21st century.”* According to a statement by the force public relations officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, the IGP assures that under his leadership, the Nigeria Police Force […]

August 21, 2025 2

Security

Speaker Abbas Condemns Attack on Katsina Mosque

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has condemned in strong terms the killing of worshipers in Katsina State by bandits, describing the attack as barbaric and gruesome. The death toll from the attack on a mosque in the Unguwan Mantau community, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, in the dawn of Tuesday during Fajr prayers has reportedly risen to 32, though the police confirmed 17. The Speaker in a statement on Thursday by […]

August 21, 2025