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The Nigeria Customs Service, Kwara Area Command, generated over ₦3.89 billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2026 and recorded seizures with a Duty Paid Value (DPV) exceeding ₦204.7 million between March and May 2026. The Acting Customs Area Controller, Najeem Ogundeyi, disclosed this during a press briefing. According to him, despite the closure of Nigeria’s border with the Republic of Benin since August 2019, the Command has continued to generate revenue mainly through excise factories and intensified anti-smuggling operations. Ogundeyi revealed that the Command generated a total of ₦3,895,333,182.94 within the first quarter of the year. Speaking on…

The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Biosafety Management Agency NBMA, Fatimah Suleiman Zuntu, received a delegation from FHI 360 on a courtesy visit aimed at exploring strategic collaboration under the STRIDES Project to strengthen Nigeria’s national biosecurity systems. The meeting focused on partnership opportunities in capacity building, biosafety and biosecurity coordination, stakeholder engagement, and institutional support in response to Nigeria’s evolving health and security challenges. AI, Data Science Top FUD’s New Academic Expansion Plan Speaking during the engagement, Dr. Zuntu stressed the importance of multi-sectoral partnerships in building resilient systems capable of safeguarding public health, strengthening scientific…

Sani Dutsinma The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested one Idrisu Musa in connection with the alleged murder of his elder brother, Muhammed Haruna, and his wife, Habiba Muhammed, in Asarara Village, Kimba District of Jega Local Government Area of the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists in Birnin Kebbi. According to the statement, the couple was attacked with a cutlass while asleep in their home. They reportedly sustained severe injuries during the attack and later died. Police said investigations led to the arrest of the suspect, adding that…

Ibrahim Sulaiman The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajuddeen, has officially declared his intention to seek re-election for a fifth term as the member representing Zaria Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives. The declaration ceremony, held at the Mallawa Eid Ground in Zaria, attracted thousands of supporters, party loyalists and residents who participated in a solidarity march from the Emir’s Palace through major streets of the city before converging at the venue. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, Musa Abdullahi Krishi. Addressing the crowd, Speaker…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over allegations of abuse of office and the diversion of public funds amounting to about N37 billion. Ms Farouq, who served under former President Muhammadu Buhari between 2019 and 2023, is being investigated in connection with alleged financial misconduct during her tenure as minister. In a public notice issued on Saturday and accompanied by her photograph, the EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, called on members of the public to provide useful information that could assist in locating the former minister.…

Former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has reacted to renewed developments in the case of missing activist Abubakar Idris Dadiyata, calling for a thorough investigation and justice for the circumstances surrounding his disappearance. Kwankwaso said he had been made aware of recent testimony by a former aide to a former state governor, in which allegations were made that some police officers claimed responsibility for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna in 2019. “Investigate Or Clear Their Names”-Lawyer Tells IGP Over Dadiyata Allegations He noted that since Dadiyata was abducted, he and his associates have consistently called on authorities to conduct a…

The Director General of National Emergency Management Agency NEMA , Zubaida Umar, has called for stronger collaboration between disaster management agencies to improve flood preparedness and response across Nigeria. Mrs. Umar made the call during a working visit to the headquarters of the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency in Abuja. According to her, closer cooperation between NEMA and NIHSA is critical in ensuring timely release of hydrological forecast data, effective dissemination of early warning information, preparedness coordination and monitoring of climate-related disaster trends. She stressed the importance of continuous technical engagement through a strategic flood early warning platform to support proactive…

The Kwankwasiyya Movement has defended ongoing discussions surrounding a possible political alliance between its national leader, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and Peter Obi, describing recent criticisms of the former Kano State governor as politically motivated and driven by fear of a new national political realignment. In a statement signed by the spokesperson of the movement, Habibu Sale Mohammed, the group said public reactions to reports of strategic cooperation between the two political leaders under the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) had largely been positive across different regions and political divides. The movement, however, expressed concern over what it described…

A Multi-Stakeholder Committee on Electricity Supply in Kebbi State has held an interactive session with critical stakeholders as part of efforts to identify lasting solutions to the persistent power supply challenges facing the state. Speaking during the session, the Chairman of the Committee, Usman Abubakar Gwandu, said the meeting was organised to bring stakeholders together to deliberate on practical ways of addressing the lingering electricity problems in the state. According to him, the committee was divided into three sub-committees to allow professionals, experts and members of the public to contribute ideas and recommendations toward resolving the challenges associated with electricity…

The Nigeria Customs Service NCS,has commenced a four-day capacity-building workshop for journalists in Abuja aimed at improving media understanding of its ongoing Trade Modernisation Project and broader institutional reforms. The workshop, themed “Enhancing Media Knowledge and Understanding of Customs Modernisation Project,” brought together journalists from various media organisations across the country to deepen awareness of the Service’s digital transformation agenda. Speaking at the opening ceremony on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Enforcement, Inspection and Investigation, Timi Bomodi, said the media plays a vital role in the success of ongoing…

Ibrahim Sulaiman The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajuddeen, has donated N20 million and a brand-new ambulance to the newly reconstructed Central Juma’at Mosque at Federal University of Education FUE, Zaria. The Speaker made the donation during the commissioning ceremony of the ultra-modern mosque rebuilt by prominent philanthropist and businessman, Auwalu Abdullahi AA Rano, at the university premises in Zaria. Speaking at the event, Abbas said the donation was aimed at supporting the effective maintenance and smooth operation of the mosque complex. He commended AA Rano for investing huge resources into the reconstruction of the mosque, describing the…

A legal practitioner, Abba A. Hikima, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP),Olatunji Rilwan Disu, demanding an immediate, independent and transparent investigation into allegations surrounding the disappearance and alleged killing of Abubakar Idris, popularly known as Dadiyata. Hikima disclosed this in a petition dated May 8, 2026, which he also shared on his Facebook page alongside copies of the document. The petition was addressed to the IGP at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters, Louis Edet House, Abuja. In the letter, the lawyer referenced allegations reportedly made by Muhammad Musa Kamarawa, a former Senior Special Assistant to former Zamfara State…

Dr Musa Abdullahi Sufi Sustainable Development Journalist In the dusty heartland of Nigeria’s Sahel, a powerful revolution is rising not with sirens or slogans, but with innovation, vision, and the courage to dream beyond limitations. Governor Dikko Umaru Radda is not merely building schools; he is engineering the future. With the commissioning of the Katsina Model and Smart Secondary School in Radda, Katsina State has sent a bold message to Africa and the world: the era of outdated education is over. This is not just another school project. It is a declaration that the children of Katsina deserve to compete…

Lauya kuma mai fafutukar kare hakkin jama’a, Barista Abba Hikima Fagge, ya miƙa ƙorafi a hukumance ga Sufeto Janar na ‘Yan Sandan Najeriya, inda ya buƙaci a gudanar da cikakken bincike mai zaman kansa kan zargin da ake yi na kisan Abubakar Idris, wanda aka fi sani da Dadiyata. A cikin takardar ƙorafin da aka rubuta ranar 8 ga Mayu, 2026, lauyan ya bayyana cewa wani mutum mai suna Muhammad Musa Kamarawa ya yi ikirarin cewa ya kasance shaida kan yadda wasu jami’an ‘yan sanda suka kashe Dadiyata. Takardar ta kuma nuna cewa zargin ya ambaci sunayen wasu jami’an ‘yan…

Shugaban Amurka Donald Trump ya yi hasashen cewa yaƙin da ake yi a Iran na dab da kawo ƙarshe, inda ya ce mutane da dama sun fahimci dalilinsa na kawo ƙarshen burin Tehran na mallakar nukiliya. Shugaba Trump ɗin ya kuma shaida wa manema labarai cewa Iran ta ‘amince’ ba za ta mallaki makamin nukiliya ba, wani abu da har yanzu Iran ɗin ba ta tabbatar ba. Kalamansa na zuwa ne a yayin da Iran ta ce tana nazari kan daftarin da Amurka ta gabatar. A wata tattaunawa ta wayar tarho da shugaban Faransa Emmanuel Macron, Shugaba Iran Masoud Pezeshkian…

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission ICPC has called on the University of Ibadan to deepen its commitment to ethical standards, transparency, and accountability in the administration of public institutions. The charge was given by the Oyo State Office of the ICPC during the induction and inauguration of members of the university’s Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU). ICPC, Partners Lift Spirits of Female Inmates in Katsina Speaking at the event, Barr. Chile Ogwuegbu said the commission’s mandate extends beyond investigation and prosecution of corruption cases to include corruption prevention through system reviews, public enlightenment, and strengthening institutional…

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission NDPC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bureau of Public Procurement BPP aimed at strengthening data protection and privacy within Nigeria’s public procurement system. Speaking during the signing ceremony, the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji, commended the Director-General of the BPP, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, for his commitment to promoting data protection and privacy in the agency. Dr Olatunji described privacy as a global issue that must be taken seriously to enhance trust, confidence, and the credibility of Nigeria’s procurement processes. Nigeria Ready For Nationwide Digital Switch…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC has arraigned one Gambomi Muhammed before the Borno State High Court sitting in Maiduguri over an alleged N4.5 million employment scam. The defendant was arraigned by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the EFCC before Justice Aisha Kumaliya on a 10-count charge bordering on obtaining by false pretence. According to the EFCC, Muhammed allegedly collected a total of N4.5 million from several individuals between June 2022 and February 2023 under the pretext of securing employment for them with the Nigerian Correctional Service. One of the charges stated that the defendant obtained money from victims…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC has arraigned an alleged fake Bureau De Change operator, Okeke Ejike Callistus, before the Anambra State High Court sitting in Onitsha over an alleged N78.2 million fraud. The defendant was arraigned by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the EFCC before Justice D.A. Onyefulu on a 10-count charge bordering on forgery and stealing involving N78,295,000. According to the EFCC, Callistus, who allegedly operated under the business name Nwachimereze Amen Resources, fraudulently converted millions of naira belonging to one Ezeugwu Leonard Chinedu, owner of Leatez Enterprises, for personal use. One of the charges alleged that…

The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council NERDC,has showcased Nigeria’s ongoing foundational learning reforms at the South-South Learning Symposium in New Delhi India. Speaking at the symposium, the Executive Secretary of NERDC, Prof. Salisu Shehu, said Nigeria has embarked on critical education reform initiatives over the past three years under the leadership of the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Said Ahmad. Education Stakeholders Back NERDC’s ABEP Curriculum Review According to him, the reforms are aimed at improving the quality of education delivery, particularly at the foundational level. Prof. Shehu…