September 2, 2025

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OPL&CE Launches Voter Advocacy Campaign in Ikeja Local Government

July 5, 2025 – Ikeja, Lagos State  The Office of Political Literacy and Civic Engagement (OPL&CE) has intensified its grassroots voter education efforts by launching a voter advocacy campaign in Ikeja Local Government Area. The initiative, aimed at increasing political awareness, voter participation, and civic responsibility among residents, was held at the Ikeja Council Secretariat.

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General

President Tinubu Arrives in Brazil for 17th BRICS Summit as Nigeria Gains ‘Partner Country’ Status

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – July 5, 2025  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, ahead of the 17th BRICS Summit, marking a significant diplomatic milestone for Nigeria on the global stage. The President is attending the summit at the invitation of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, under Nigeria’s

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General

Pressure Intensifies on Tinubu to Release NDDC Audit Report Amid Alleged ₦4 Million Monthly Payments to Company Linked to Amaechi’s Wife

Abuja, Nigeria – July 5, 2025 Growing pressure is being placed on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to release the long-awaited forensic audit report of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), following allegations that a company associated with the wife of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, allegedly received ₦4 million monthly from the agency. This

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Customs General

ACG Orbih Applauds Seme Customs Command for Infrastructural Strides and Operational Strategy

Seme Border, Lagos – July 4, 2025  Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) of Customs in charge of Zone A, ACG Mohammed Babandede Orbih, has commended the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Seme Area Command for its notable infrastructure achievements and strategic efforts to enhance border security and trade facilitation. ACG Orbih gave the commendation during an official visit

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Football Sports

Nico Williams Snubs Barcelona, Signs New Athletic Club Deal Until 2035

July, 2025 — Spain — Rising Spanish star Nico Williams has officially turned down a move to FC Barcelona, opting instead to extend his stay at Athletic Club until 2035. The 22-year-old winger, who has been a key figure for both club and country, signed a long-term contract extension with the Basque side, effectively putting

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Business

Tin Can Island Port Command Rakes in N747 Billion Revenue in H1 2025, Records Major Anti-Smuggling Achievements

Lagos, Nigeria – July, 2025 — The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has announced a remarkable revenue generation of ₦747 billion between January and June 2025, alongside significant strides in anti-smuggling operations. Comptroller Dera Nnadi, the Customs Area Controller, disclosed the figures while briefing journalists in Lagos. He attributed the

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Politics

Customs FOU ‘A’ Strengthens Alliance with NDLEA to Tackle Surge in Drug Abuse

Lagos, Nigeria – July 4, 2025  The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone ‘A’, has announced a strategic collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to intensify efforts in combating the growing menace of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking across the region. The partnership was sealed during a high-level meeting

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Empowerment General Youths

FG Trains 1,800 Youths in Web Development, Cybersecurity to Tackle Poverty

Abuja, Nigeria – July 4, 2025 — As part of efforts to combat poverty and empower young Nigerians with in-demand digital competencies, the Federal Government has successfully trained 1,800 youths in web development and cybersecurity. The initiative, championed by the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, was implemented in collaboration with strategic technical

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Business General

Vice President Shettima Inaugurates Board of National Credit Guarantee Company

Abuja, Nigeria – July , 2025 — Vice President Kashim Shettima has officially inaugurated the Board of the National Credit Guarantee Company (NCGC), a strategic institution designed to enhance access to credit for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, marks a critical step

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Leadership Religion

Parenting in Islam; Nurturing with Love, Leading with Values

Bismillāh-ir-Rahmān-ir-Rahīm. Introduction Parenting is one of the greatest trusts (amanah) that Allah has placed in our hands. In Islam, parenting is not merely about raising children, but about cultivating future leaders, righteous servants of Allah, and responsible members of society. As parents, we are not just caregivers, we are moral compasses, emotional anchors, and spiritual

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