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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
National Assembly Clerk Opposes Proposed Infrastructure Development Agency Bill
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Clerk of the National Assembly, CAN, Kamorudeen Ogunlana, on Monday expressed strong reservations about a proposed bill seeking to create a new agency to manage legislative infrastructure. He warned that the bill to establish the National Assembly Infrastructure and Property Agency may be unnecessary and could contradict efforts to reduce the […]
House Committee on Sports Celebrates Shehu Dikko at 55
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, has extended warm birthday wishes to the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko, who turned 55 on Sunday. In a statement issued on Monday, Honourable Amadu, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency, praised Dikko’s leadership and […]
Mission X: House Committee on Sports Backs Super Falcons WAFCON Title
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has called on Nigeria’s Super Falcons to sustain their winning momentum at the 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and bring home a record-extending 10th continental title. Following a dominant 3-0 victory over Tunisia in their Group B opener on Sunday, the Committee, through […]