NSCDC opens new security outpost in Kano
By Mardiyyah Abubakar The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has strengthened its security presence in Kano State with the inauguration of a new operational outpost in Yelwa Quarters, Dala Local Government Area.The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has strengthened its security presence in Kano State with the inauguration of a new […]
NSITF Pays N31.72m to Families of Five Workers
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has paid N31.72 million in compensation to five beneficiaries of federal workers under the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS). The cheques were presented on Tuesday in Abuja to families of workers who died or suffered injuries in the course of their official duties. The payment is […]
Customs Clarifies Vehicles Eligible for Duty, VAT Waivers
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service has clarified the categories of clean-energy vehicles and equipment eligible for Import Duty and Value Added Tax exemptions under the Federal Government’s Presidential Gas for Growth Initiative. Under the new guidelines, on friday 100 per cent CNG vehicles, 100 per cent LPG vehicles and pure electric vehicles will […]
Reps, Fuel Marketers Open Dialogue on Downstream Reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream) has opened consultations with fuel marketers as part of efforts to develop practical policies on petroleum importation, domestic refining and fuel distribution. Chairman of the committee, Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere, said the engagement signals a shift from confrontation to collaboration, with lawmakers seeking direct […]
NOA, NSCDC Unite To Deepen Security Awareness In Kwara
By Al-kadriyar Abdullahi The National Orientation Agency (NOA) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have renewed their commitment to a stronger partnership aimed at improving security, promoting civic responsibility and closing the communication gap between government and citizens in Kwara State. The commitment was reaffirmed during a working visit by the NOA […]
Court Jails Oyo School Kidnap Suspects for Life
By Oluwakemi Kindness Three men linked to the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Justice Salim Ibrahim convicted Abdulrazak Umar, also known as Abu Khalifa or Abu Khalid, Yunusa Musa (alias Yunusa Bin Musa), and […]
Reps Urge Tougher Action Over South Africa Attacks
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to adopt tougher diplomatic measures against South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals. The lawmakers urged the government to review Nigeria’s bilateral relations with South Africa and suspend areas of cooperation where necessary until firm guarantees are […]
Nigeria Dominates Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Qualifiers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria underlined its dominance in West African beach volleyball by winning both the men’s and women’s titles at the 2026 African Nations Cup Zone 3 Beach Volleyball Qualifiers held in Badagry, Lagos State. The three-day championship, which featured teams from Nigeria, Ghana, Benin Republic, Niger Republic, Liberia and Côte d’Ivoire, ended with […]
Reps Summon AGF, Threaten Sanctions Over Oversight Snub
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has issued a final summons to the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF), Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, ordering him to appear before the committee on Monday, July 13, over his alleged failure to honour repeated invitations and submit key financial documents. The committee warned that it would […]
NDLEA Takes Custody of 6.8 Tonnes of Canadian Loud
By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has taken custody of 6,778.5 kilogrammes of Canadian Loud, a potent strain of cannabis, following what it described as one of Nigeria’s biggest seizures linked to an international drug trafficking network. It said the illicit consignment was intercepted during joint examinations of two containers at […]