Lagos | September 13, 2025 — The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a leadership change at the Lagos Industrial Area Command as Comptroller Adebola Salawu officially assumed office, succeeding Comptroller Sarah Wadinda, who retired after years of meritorious service. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Comptroller Salawu pledged to consolidate the gains of his predecessor
Tensions continue to escalate in the Gaza Strip as an Israeli airstrike reportedly struck a building in the densely populated al-Rimal neighbourhood, a central area in Gaza City. The targeted location, according to local sources, sustained significant damage following the aerial assault which occurred amid intensified hostilities in the region. Eyewitness accounts from residents in
There is growing appreciation and commendation across the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) as staff nationwide have expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, for her exceptional commitment to staff development and welfare. For many within the commission, this marks an unprecedented chapter in the agency’s history. Under
In the heart of the Gulf, Saudi Arabia is witnessing a major shift in how people handle their finances, as digital money transfer applications have increasingly replaced traditional cash transactions in 2025. From bustling city malls in Riyadh to small family-run shops in Jeddah, residents are choosing the speed, convenience, and security of digital platforms
Nigerians may finally be getting a measure of relief at the markets as food prices begin to show a noticeable decline across the country. This development was confirmed by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who stated that recent interventions by the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are beginning
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has assured citizens that the days of erratic electricity supply are gradually coming to an end, stating that Nigerians will soon begin to enjoy uninterrupted power across the country. Speaking during a recent engagement with stakeholders in the energy sector, the minister expressed confidence in the ongoing reforms
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has officially revoked the operational licence of the Oritsemeyin drilling rig in the aftermath of a recent incident at the UDIBE-2 well site. The move comes as part of the Commission’s firm stance on safety compliance and operational accountability in Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector. According to
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has successfully recovered billions of naira through its intensified anti-corruption operations targeting public projects across Northern Nigeria. This significant breakthrough comes as part of the agency’s renewed commitment to curbing corruption and ensuring accountability in the management of public funds within the region. Over the
Fresh details have emerged following an incident involving an Air Peace aircraft that skidded off the runway at Port Harcourt International Airport, with the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) confirming that both the pilot and co-pilot tested positive for alcohol. This startling revelation has sparked renewed concerns over safety protocols and crew conduct within the
Abuja | September 12, 2025 — The Federal Government has launched Nigeria’s first fully digital procurement system for pharmaceuticals, a move designed to address recurring drug shortages and improve transparency in tertiary hospitals across the country. The system, unveiled in Abuja on Thursday, is part of wider health sector reforms aimed at modernizing medical supply
