Lagos, Nigeria – July, 2025 — In a remarkable demonstration of youth-driven innovation and commitment to inclusive development, the 2023/2024 Fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy have unveiled the ‘EmpowerAbility Hub’, a dynamic initiative aimed at empowering persons living with disabilities and promoting inclusive economic participation across Lagos State. The project, launched as part
Owerri, Nigeria – July 2025 — Comptroller Mohammed Wadinda of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Imo/Abia Area Command, has called on importers, freight forwarders, and other stakeholders in the trade and logistics sector to fully comply with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023. He made this appeal during a stakeholders’ engagement session
Lagos, Nigeria – July 2025 — A Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja has sentenced one John Oluwaseun to two years in prison for engaging in internet fraud amounting to $2,000. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate, secured the conviction after prosecuting Oluwaseun on a one-count charge of impersonation and
Abuja, Nigeria – July 2025 — In a bid to enhance the welfare and mental well-being of its personnel, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has partnered with the African Health Foundation for Gender Empowerment (AHFGE) to promote work–life balance and improve the quality of life of officers and their families. This initiative was unveiled during
Gwagwalada, FCT – July, 2025 — The Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, held a special three-day reunion to celebrate its past and present Directing Staff, highlighting their critical role in mentoring and shaping the intellectual direction of the Nigeria Customs Service. The reunion kicked off with a Regimental Dinner on Monday, 31 June
Abuja, Nigeria – July, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a landmark Technical Manpower Assistance Agreement with the Government of Saint Lucia, paving the way for the deployment of skilled Nigerian professionals to the Caribbean nation. This initiative is aimed at strengthening South-South cooperation and deepening ties with the African diaspora The agreement,
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated the sum of ₦1 billion to victims of violent attacks in Plateau State, as part of efforts to provide relief and restore hope to displaced families and affected communities. The announcement was made during her visit to Jos, the Plateau State capital, where she met with government
Abuja, Nigeria – July, 2025 The Nigerian oil and gas industry has secured a total investment commitment of $16 billion over the past two years, according to the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). This milestone reflects growing investor confidence in the country’s energy sector despite global uncertainties and domestic challenges. NUPRC Chief Executive, Gbenga
Lagos, Nigeria – July, 2025 The Sierra Leonean Leone (SLE) has emerged as Africa’s weakest currency in 2025, according to recent financial analysis, as African currencies continue to struggle against the United States Dollar amid economic pressures, inflation, and fiscal instability. A review of official exchange rates and monetary performance across the continent reveals that
Lagos, Nigeria – In a major development for internet connectivity in Nigeria, Starlink, the satellite internet service provider owned by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has resumed direct shipments of its internet kits to Lagos. This move is accompanied by the opening of a new operational office in the state, aimed at strengthening local support and expanding
