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A court has granted Dele Farotimi bail in the sum of ₦30 million, prompting reactions from leaders of the Obidient Movement. Dr. Yunusa Tanko, the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, confirmed that Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, facilitated the bail conditions as a gesture of leadership and respect for the rule of law. “I consulted His Excellency Peter Obi as the leader of the Obidient Movement. As a respecter of the rule of law, due process, and order, he offered to take Dele Farotimi on the bail conditions,” Tanko said. Tanko expressed gratitude to the courts and all…
The Tincan Island Port Area Command has welcomed Comptroller FO Onyeka as its new Customs Area Controller. His appointment follows the elevation of his predecessor, Comptroller DA Nnadi, to the rank of Assistant Comptroller General (ACG). In his inaugural address, Comptroller Onyeka expressed his commitment to advancing the key policy pillars of the Comptroller-General of Customs: collaboration, consolidation, and innovation. “I am committed to sustaining and building on the legacy of my predecessor, particularly in revenue generation, anti-smuggling operations, and infrastructural transformation,” he stated. He also emphasized an inclusive leadership style, urging stakeholders, including security agencies, freight forwarders, terminal operators,…
…Apapa Command Honours Top Stakeholders and Officers The Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has applauded the Apapa Port Command for its exceptional revenue collection of over N2.2 trillion in 2024, urging the command to sustain its performance through enhanced compliance and collaboration. Speaking at the command’s End-of-Year Party and Award Ceremony in Apapa on Friday, December 13, 2024, Adeniyi, represented by Deputy Comptroller General Caroline Niagwan (Tariff and Trade), highlighted compliance as a critical tool for competitiveness, transparency, and economic growth. He stated, “Compliance is not merely a requirement; it is a competitive advantage. It fosters…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has introduced key fiscal incentives under the Presidential Gas for Growth Initiative, aimed at boosting domestic gas utilization and promoting cleaner energy sources in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s investment climate. Speaking on the initiative, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, emphasized, “These measures will significantly reduce the cost of living, enhance energy security, and accelerate our nation’s transition to cleaner energy sources. It’s a step forward for both economic growth and environmental sustainability.” Under the new policy, machinery, equipment, and spare parts imported for gas utilization, including…
The Chairman Gombe State Athletics Association Hon. Ahmed Shuaibu Gara-Gombe was granted interview where he discussed many topics on why sports ministry was scrapped and replaced with National Sports Commission (NSC). Fielding questions on AriseTV, recently, Gombe also discussed other topics such as the iligality of NSC art..Corporate business World not in Nigeria sports, Ese Brume training grant saga and Adopt a talent Project. Let’s walk you through the interview. On the scrapping the Sports Ministry, “My position about the creation of NSC in the last 48 years is that, we have been changing names moving from Ministry of Sports…
Vindi Petroleum has announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at making fuel affordable and accessible during the festive season, ensuring Nigerians can travel with ease for Christmas celebrations. Speaking during the launch of the program in Lagos, Executive Chairman Victor Kalu, the driving force behind the initiative, described it as a revolutionary step toward creating a more affordable and efficient fuel distribution system across Nigeria. “We are committed to growing the economy by making fuel readily available and affordable for Nigerians during the yuletide,” Kalu said. “Our initiative, Fuel Yapa—which means ‘fuel in abundance’—focuses on creating a vast network that can…
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has urged maritime stakeholders to back the passage of the Shipping and Port Economic Regulatory Agency Bill 2023, emphasizing its importance in reforming the sector. Speaking at the 2024 annual conference and awards of the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) in Lagos, NSC Executive Secretary/CEO, Barr. Akutah Pius, represented by the Director of Strategic Planning and Research, Rotimi Anifowose, described the bill as a cornerstone for improving port efficiency, promoting fair trade practices, and enhancing Nigeria’s maritime competitiveness. “For a country focused on the Renewed Hope Agenda in the maritime sector, we must…
Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, has significant untapped potential to dominate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Experts and stakeholders have called for a strategic overhaul of policies and infrastructure to position the country as a frontrunner in this historic trade pact. Speaking on Nigeria’s role in AfCFTA, a freight forwarder and international trade expert highlighted the country’s potential to rival global production giants. “With a population of 223 million, Nigeria is the single largest market in Africa. However, while our exports are growing, they remain disproportionate to our high import volumes. Nigeria has what it…
The Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) has kicked off its 5th Biennial Conference and Awards in grand style, bringing together industry leaders, stakeholders, and policymakers to deliberate on the future of Nigeria’s maritime sector. Speaking at the event, the outgoing AMJON President, Paul Ogbuokiri, highlighted the significance of this year’s edition. “This year is special because we are inducting a new Patron, Dr. Paul Adalikwu, whose sterling leadership as Secretary General of the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) has redefined maritime governance in the region. This induction will be conducted by our current Patron, Chief…
The Secretary General of the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA), Dr. Paul Adalikwu, will be formally inducted as a Patron of the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria (AMJON) during its 2024 annual conference. The event, scheduled for Thursday at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos, will highlight Dr. Adalikwu’s exceptional contributions to maritime development in West and Central Africa. Elected in November 2021 for a four-year renewable term, Dr. Adalikwu has been credited with repositioning MOWCA as a regional powerhouse for marine and Blue Economy initiatives. This year’s AMJON lecture, themed “Nigeria’s Maritime/Blue Economy Industry under the Renewed…