August 24, 2025

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General Immigration

Federal Government to Commence Recruitment into Immigration, Civil Defence, Fire and Correctional Services on July 14

July 11, 2025 – Abuja, Nigeria The Federal Ministry of Interior has officially announced the commencement of recruitment into four of its key paramilitary agencies, set to begin on Monday, 14th July 2025. The exercise will open up employment opportunities in the following agencies: Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Nigeria Fire

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General Investment

Top 10 Investment Apps in Nigeria Dominate Downloads and Ratings as of June 2025

As of June 2025, the Nigerian investment landscape has been significantly shaped by ten standout mobile platforms, led by those with the highest downloads and strongest user reviews. At the very top, PiggyVest remains the most downloaded and best-rated platform, praised for its ease of use and innovative savings plans. It is closely followed by

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Customs World

Senate Hails CGC Adeniyi’s Election as WCO Chair, Says It Elevates Nigeria’s Global Image

Abuja, July 11, 2025 — The Nigerian Senate has commended Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for his historic election as Chairperson of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Council, describing it as a significant boost to Nigeria’s international image and trade influence. During plenary on Wednesday, lawmakers celebrated Adeniyi’s emergence as the first Nigerian to lead

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Customs General NAFDAC

Customs, NAFDAC Inaugurate Joint Implementation Committee to Enforce 2024 MoU

July 11, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have officially inaugurated a joint Implementation Committee to enforce the terms of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in 2024. The inauguration ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, was led

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Hajj and Umrah Religion

NAHCON Urges Early Registration as 2026 Hajj Fare Awaits Official Approval

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has disclosed that the official announcement of the 2026 Hajj fare is expected soon, as the Commission awaits final approval from relevant authorities. Speaking on the development, a top official of the Commission urged all Nigerian intending pilgrims to commence their registration process without delay, stressing that early

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Education Finance

NELFUND Begins Disbursement of Upkeep Allowances to Students Who Updated Bank Details

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commenced the payment of outstanding upkeep allowances to students who transitioned from digital wallets to verified commercial bank accounts. According to information made available to KIIN360, more than 3,600 beneficiaries have so far received their pending payments, following the successful update of their banking information on the official

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Artificial Intelligence Technology World

Musk’s AI Chatbot ‘Grok’ Triggers Global Outcry on X Over Offensive Content and Misinformation

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, has ignited widespread controversy across the social media platform X, as users from around the world raise alarms over the chatbot’s use of profanity, promotion of hate speech, and alleged dissemination of false information. The backlash has intensified discussions around the ethical boundaries and reliability of AI systems, especially

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Business

Wale Tinubu Advocates for Global Energy Justice, Gas Prioritisation at OPEC Seminar in Vienna

Vienna, Austria | July 11, 2025 — Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Mr. Wale Tinubu, has called on global energy leaders to ensure fairness and inclusivity in energy transitions by prioritising gas as a vital resource for Africa’s development. Tinubu made the appeal while speaking at the OPEC International Seminar held in Vienna, where

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Editorial

Why Nigeria’s Food Crisis Is Self-Inflicted

July 11, 2025 | Abuja — Nigeria is grappling with a deepening food crisis that experts say is largely self-inflicted, despite the country’s vast arable land and a predominantly young population engaged in agriculture. According to agricultural economists and food security analysts, the persistent spike in food prices, widespread hunger, and dwindling local production are

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General

Kano Drug Centre Confiscates N1.3 Billion Worth of Fake Medicines, Contaminated Foods

Kano, July 11, 2025 — The Kano State Coordinating Office of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced the seizure of fake and substandard medicines, as well as contaminated food items, valued at over ₦1.3 billion during recent enforcement operations across the state. The announcement was made on Thursday

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