The Nigeria Customs Service NCS has reaffirmed its resolve to intensify border security operations and protect the nation’s economy from the threats posed by criminal networks. This reaffirmation came during a press briefing held at the Customs Training College, Ikeja, Lagos, by the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Adeniyi Adewale. NCS Ta Kama Kudin Waje Sama da Miliyan 650 A Filin Jirgin Sama Na Kano The CGC, who was represented by the National Coordinator of Operation Whirlwind, Assistant Comptroller General of Customs, ACG Hussein Ejibunu, commended the recent operational successes achieved by the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone ‘A’ and…
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The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has announced a major breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on crime and criminality across the state. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John (LLB, ANIPR), four suspects have been arrested, and a large cache of suspected stolen government and public property recovered following an intelligence-led operation carried out in Uyo. The operation began at about 4:45 PM on July 15, 2025, when Aniekpeno Essien Isaac (male) was apprehended during a separate raid. Akwa Ibom Police Arrest Suspected Cultists, Recover Weapons His confession led police operatives to two…
Dr Kaita The recent decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to rename the University of Maiduguri after the late former President Muhammadu Buhari has drawn widespread commendation from across the nation. The announcement, made during a special expanded federal executive council meeting, is seen as a deeply symbolic and well-deserved tribute to a man whose life was marked by service, patriotism, and a deep belief in the unity and progress of Nigeria. Just in: Buhari’s Remains Depart London for State Burial in Daura Beyond its ceremonial value, the gesture reflects the nation’s collective memory and appreciation of Buhari’s contributions, especially…
Gwamnatin Jihar Katsina ta tabbatar da cewa gwamnan jihar, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, yana cikin koshin lafiya bayan hatsarin mota da ya rutsa da shi a kan hanyar Katsina zuwa Daura a ranar Lahadi. A cewar sanarwar da Daraktan Yaɗa Labarai na Gwamnan, Malam Maiwada Dammallam ya fitar, hatsarin ya faru ne lokacin da wata mota ƙirar Golf ta kauce hanyarta ta buge motar da gwamnan ke ciki. Governor Radda offers automatic employment to IKCOE Graduates “Bayan faruwar hatsarin, an garzaya da gwamna da sauran mutanen da ke tare da shi zuwa asibitin Daura domin samun kulawar gaggawa,” in ji…
Mambobin Kwamitin Gasar Karatun Alƙur’ani na Jihar Kaduna sun kai wa Gwamna Uba Sani ƙorafi kan zargin almundahana da rashawa da ake yi wa mai tsara harkokin gasar na dindindin, Sheikh Jamilu Abubakar wanda aka fi sani da Albany. Sun zargi Albany da nuna halin girman kai, rashin gaskiya wajen tafiyar da kuɗaɗen gasar da kuma cin zarafin mambobin kwamitin tun lokacin da aka nada shi a shekarar 2015. Farin Dutse Community Celebrates Abduljabbars’ Quranic Recitation Victory A wata takardar ƙorafi da aka aika wa gwamnan a ranar 15 ga Yuli, wadda shugaban kwamitin ya sanya wa hannu tare da…
In a decisive move to tackle Nigeria’s immunisation gaps, lawmakers from four northern states, Bauchi, Borno, Kano, and Sokoto, have launched a coordinated legislative push to reduce the number of zero-dose children across the country. The initiative, now known as the “Lagos Declaration,” emerged from a two-day Legislative Retreat on Immunisation Equity held in Lagos from July 18–19, 2025. ZDLH Hosts Legislative Retreat in Lagos to Strengthen Immunization Efforts The retreat was convened under the Zero Dose Learning Hub (ZDLH) initiative, with the theme: “Legislative Partnerships for Reaching Zero-Dose Children in Nigeria.” This was contained in a communique signed by…
Ado Salisu Gabon national hammer record holder, Kenza Falana is certain that her time to rule the spotlight and make headlines is now. It’s a medal within reach for the young Gabonese hammer thrower who was selected to represent her country at the CAA U-18/20 Championship, held in Abeokuta, Ogun State, South-West, Nigeria. Abeokuta Gears Up for 3rd African U18/U20 Athletics The 18-year-old who broke into the international stage a year ago, at the biggest sporting spectacle – the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, added that she is looking to revive the spirit of unity, commitment and collaboration — to…
Ado Salisu The President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa and the President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA), Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, Ogun State governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, paid an urgent visit to some members of Team Tunisia involved in an accident on Saturday evening. Chief Okowa, the CAA Boss, Hamad Kalkaba Malboum and the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, the CEO of CAA Lamine Faty and the Director General of the National Sports Commission Bukola Olopade were at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta to sympathise and see how the athletes are responding…
The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha H Akpoti-Uduaghan, has successfully trained and empowered 250 youths from her constituency with in-demand digital and technical skills. The training and empowerment programme covered the following areas: Drone Security and Environmental Sustainability/Remediation Initiatives –80 beneficiaries. Advanced Welding and Fabrication Techniques –50 beneficiaries Renewable Energy Installation –50 beneficiaries. Data Analytics and Digital Transformation –70 beneficiaries. This brings the total number of empowered youths to 250. Ramadan: Senator Natasha Distributes Grains to Constituents The trainings held at her residence in Kogi Central, were designed to promote self-reliance by equipping people and learning institutions…
Khadijah Aliyu Women have been advised to desist from using rags, mattresses, and tissue paper during their menstrual periods to promote hygiene and prevent health complications. The Kano State Support Officer for the Menstrual Hygiene Now (MH-NoW) initiative, Amina Sabiu Musa made the call during a menstrual hygiene workshop for media professionals and social media influencers held in Kano. PSI Nigeria Launches Menstrual Health Project in Kano State According to her, the MH-NoW project targets 200,000 girls and young women aged 10 to 24 and aims to address menstrual poverty across Nigeria. She explained that the initiative, implemented by Population…