The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Enugu/Anambra/Ebonyi Command has achieved a remarkable feat, recording an unprecedented revenue of N50,847,625,597.08 in 2024. This impressive figure represents a 50% increase from the N27.9 billion collected in 2023, marking the highest revenue collection in the Command’s history. NCS Receives 573,519 Applications for 2024-2025 Recruitment Comptroller Comfort Ukpanah, Customs Area Controller, attributed this success to the Command’s strategic alignment with the Comptroller General’s policy thrust of Collaboration, Consolidation, and Innovation. By fostering a collaborative relationship with stakeholders, the Command created an inclusive methodology that promoted trust and strict adherence to trade guidelines. Tsamiya Dry Port…
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The Kano State Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has tasked information officers attached to local Government areas to broaden their scope of reportage by highlighting community challenges that require the state government’s prompt intervention. Open Letter to Commissioner Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya In a statement signed by the Director, Special Duties Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs Sani Abba Yola made available to newsmen. The statement pointed out that the commissioner made the indication during his maiden meeting with local government information officers, emphasizing that proactive efforts of this nature would contribute to improving residents’ living…
The Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Jibril Ismail Falgore, has welcomed the Appeal Court’s judgment in favor of Emir Sanusi, describing it as a triumph of justice on the Kano throne. Appeal Court Sets October 17 for hearing on Kano Emirship Tussel According to a statement issued by Kamaluddeen Sani Shawai, spokesperson for the Speaker, the Appeal Court’s decision has brought an end to a long-standing legal dispute aimed at creating discord and undermining the prestige of the Kano Emirate. The judgment, which struck out the fundamental human rights case filed by Alh. Aminu Ado…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has launched the Women in the Digital Economy Fund (WiDEF) Project to equip women and girls with the necessary skills, knowledge, and opportunities to thrive in the digital economy. CITAD Empowers Youth with Digital, Entrepreneurial Skills in Kano Ms Zainab Aminu, CITAD Project Manager, said that the project was to address the gender digital divide and create economic opportunities for women in Northern Nigeria. Aminu made the disclosure at a media briefing on Friday in Kano. CITAD Empowers Thirty RAAMP Staff with ICT Knowledge The project manager said the project “Addressing Gender…
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation, NDIC has given reasons why some depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank have not been reimbursed. Speaking at the opening of a three-day retreat for senior management and executive staff of the NDIC, held in Kano on Friday, the Director/Chief Executive Officer of the corporation, Bello Hassan, said the depositors have not received their reimbursement because they have not provided their alternate bank accounts. CBN Revokes Heritage Bank’s PLC Licence With Immediate Effect According to him, the NDIC had used the affected depositors’ Bank Verification Number, BVN, but “could not locate their alternate bank account…
Kano was filled with jubilation as Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II triumphed in a crucial legal battle, with the Court of Appeal ruling in his favor and striking out the fundamental human rights case filed by Aminu Ado Bayero, the 15th Emir of Kano. Appeal Court Sets October 17 for hearing on Kano Emirship Tussel The decision has brought an end to a long-running legal dispute that threatened to shake the foundations of the Kano Emirate. The Appeal Court ruled that Bayero’s case, which sought to challenge Emir Sanusi’s position, lacked merit. Kano Emirship Tussel:The Police Will Adhere to Court Order-CP…
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD), with support from the British Council and King Trust International has concluded an eight-week intensive employability and entrepreneurship training for 70 young entrepreneurs. CITAD Empowers Thirty RAAMP Staff with ICT Knowledge The closing ceremony of the event tagged “Youth Sustainable Enterprise Challenge”, held today in Kano, marked the graduation of participants and highlighted the program’s focus on equipping youth with digital and entrepreneurial skills. Speaking at the event, Executive Director of CITAD, Engr. Y.Z Ya’u, emphasized that the program aimed to prepare participants for the next stage of entrepreneurship. CITAD, SCI Distributes…
Open Letter to Hon. Comr. Comr Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya The Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs, Kano State. Dear Honorable Commissioner, COMMENDATION FOR GROUNDBREAKING INITIATIVES IN TRANSPARENCY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND GOOD GOVERNANCE Waiya, Others Sworn In As Commissioners, by Gov Abba Kabir I am writing to express my heartfelt commendation for your groundbreaking initiatives as the Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs in Kano State. Your dedication to transparency, accountability, and good governance is truly inspiring. Waiya’s Appointment: A New Era for Info Dissemination in Kano-ASSOMEG The launch of the “Kano Citizens Platform” is a bold step towards fostering…
The Nigeria Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling kidnapping and other crimes nationwide. In recent operations, police operatives successfully rescued hostages and neutralized kidnappers in Benue and Nasarawa States, while also intercepting a suspect with arms and ammunition in Bayelsa State. IGP Orders Immediate Clampdown on Nganzai Borno Attackers According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the police operatives demonstrated exceptional skill and coordination in the operations. On December 31, 2024, police operatives in Benue State rescued a kidnapped victim, Tor Gajir, in Kwande LGA, neutralizing three kidnappers in the process. Police…
The Nigeria Police Force has debunked rumors circulating online about an alleged hack of the Enugu State Government’s official account, which supposedly led to the theft of N1.09 billion. IGP Orders Immediate Clampdown on Nganzai Borno Attackers According to the police, this claim is completely unfounded, and there’s no evidence of any hacking incident or cyber breach . Police Foil Human Trafficking Attempt, Rescue 59 Children Instead, investigations by the NPF-National Cyber Crime Centre (NCCC) revealed that the case was actually a procurement fraud. Senator Kwankwaso Condems Arraignment Of 67 Minors By Police A suspect has been arrested in connection…