Author: Mujeedat
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is pleased to announce the implementation of the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures and Tariff Amendments as approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The approved Fiscal Policy Measures introduce comprehensive amendments to Nigeria’s Customs and Excise Tariff framework to support domestic industrial development, facilitate legitimate trade, and improve the administration of fiscal and tariff policies across the country. According to Abdullah I Maiwada, The Deputy Comptroller of National Public Relations Officer in a press statement said, the approved amendments include the Revised Import Adjustment Tax (IAT) List for the implementation of the ECOWAS Common…
By Uzor Odigbo Sports entrepreneur Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara Gombe, has hit back at former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Barr Solomon Dalung, challenging him to explain decisions taken during his tenure . Gombe’s response followed Dalung’s description of him as a “serial blackmailer” seeking attention, while recalling petitions Gombe had previously submitted against Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) President and his subsequent appointments to positions within the sports administration despite those criticisms. The founder and Chairman Board of Trustee of Athletics and Other Sports Commission, said he had initially refrained from responding to Dalung’s recent political…
History was made on July 21, 2026 in the life of one of Nigeria’s foremost legal practitioners, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, following the award of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree in Law by Babcock University. For many who know him, it may appear to be just another academic ceremony. But for Dr. Ubani, it represents the culmination of a lifelong dream, decades of perseverance, countless sacrifices, and an unwavering faith in God. His story is one of destiny triumphing over circumstance; of a village boy whose father wanted him to become a mechanic, but who, through hard work,…
Eleven poetry collections have made the longlist for the 2026 Nigeria Prize for Literature, narrowing the contest from 223 submissions into the first major stage of the race for the $100,000 award. The announcement signals the start of a tighter round of judging, with the board now preparing to select three finalists before the winner is named later in the year. According to the advisory board, this year’s longlist reflects the strength, range and inventiveness of contemporary Nigerian poetry. The selected works were praised for engaging history, memory, identity, violence, oppression and resilience, while also showing a…
By Vera Osokpo Customs officers gathered on Port Harcourt to ensure its story and its reforms are communicated with greater purpose and impact. National Public Relations Officer, Deputy Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada, who is the lead presenter, opened the conference by stressing that communication must be integrated into operations rather than treated as an afterthought. He noted that effective communication strengthens public trust, improves compliance, and supports the successful implementation of reforms. “We need to humanise reforms and showcase success stories to demonstrate their impact on the everyday citizen, while aligning operational achievement with strategic communication,” he…
By Vera Osokpo Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has rewarded Master Great Chinedu Okediashi with N20 million for emerging winner of the World Spelling Bee Championship in China, describing the feat as a testament to the state’s sustained investment in education. The governor announced the cash reward on Friday in Asaba while receiving the championship trophy from the student and officials of the Ministry of Secondary Education at Government House. Oborevwori said the global victory reaffirmed that Delta State’s deliberate investments in education were yielding tangible results, stressing that education remained the greatest legacy parents and governments…
Author Aderemi Ogunsuyi has released Living in America, a memoir that offers an intimate and thought-provoking account of immigration, resilience, identity and the pursuit of a better life. The book chronicles Ogunsuyi’s personal journey of leaving his homeland for the United States, detailing the sacrifices, cultural adjustments and emotional challenges that shaped his path to building a new life while remaining connected to his roots. Described as more than a personal memoir, Living in America reflects the experiences of countless immigrants who have had to navigate unfamiliar environments, embrace change and overcome adversity in search of new opportunities.…
By Vera Osokpo The Nigeria Customs Service has launched a Management Information System (MIS) File Tracker commencing at PTML Area Command. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, described the move as part of efforts to deepen the use of technology for easy administration of customs personnel and promote speed and efficiency in processing documentation Represented by DCC Oluyomi Adebakin, Deputy Comptroller General in Charge of ICT /Modernisation, Adeniyi said the initiative represents another milestone in the Service’s expanding modernisation agenda, which is focused on deploying digital solutions to improve operational efficiency, enhance transparency, and facilitate seamless…
In the report, Moniepoint captures its evolution from a financial infrastructure provider to a comprehensive financial ecosystem, now serving over 20 million businesses and individuals, processing over $250 billion in transaction value annually. In a press release, the financial company stated that, the beauty of the reported impact is the expanded access to credit, banking, and business management tools for MSMEs in Nigeria, with a funding gap of approximately $32.2 billion. In 2025, Moniepoint disbursed more than $700 million in loans to MSMEs. For three out of four borrowers, a loan from the firm was the first formal…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled a new photo book, *Sanwo-Olu: Against All Odds, A Photo Story of Resilience in the Face of Adversity*, as a visual record of his administration’s journey and the state’s transformation. The book, authored by his Executive Assistant and official photographer, Ademola Olaniran, highlights resilience, continuity and the spirit of Lagos. The launch, held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island, drew top political, traditional and business figures, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s representative, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, along with Governors Hope Uzodinma and Babagana Zulum. Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat…