By Toby Prince In the heart of Nigeria’s digital economy, a story of patriotism and resilience unfolds. The telecommunications sector, a driving force behind the country’s growth, has been facing unprecedented challenges. Despite its significant contributions to Nigeria’s social and economic development, the sector has been struggling to keep up with the rising costs of operations. For nearly a decade, telecom tariffs in Nigeria remained unchanged, while the demand for data and voice services skyrocketed. The cost of operations, however, surged due to rising energy costs, inflation, currency devaluation, and increased costs of importing telecom equipment. These mounting expenses threatened…
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***Confirms Recovery of 1519 Stolen Vehicles via e-CMR By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Police Force, under the astute leadership of IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, once again restates its commitment to emplacing e-policing strategies such as the Police Rescue Me App, Police VGS emergency App, and also the reactivation of the Central Motor Registry Portal (e-CMR), to curb vehicle-related crimes and enhance its crime-fighting capabilities through the integration of electronic and information communication technology (ICT) aimed at creating an effective policing system for all citizens across Nigeria. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer disclosed this in a Press conference…
By Miriam Humbe In view of the consequences caused by the economic saboteurs against the citizens, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), under the leadership of CGC Adewale Adeniyi, has intensified its crackdown on fuel smuggling, seizing nearly 200,000 litres of petroleum products in Adamawa State under Operation Whirlwind. Announcing the latest development in Yola, Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi condemned smugglers’ continued sabotage of Nigeria’s energy sector by describing their actions as a direct assault on the economy. “Despite the well-articulated economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to stabilise the energy sector, some unpatriotic elements remain determined to…
By Miriam Humbe In a landmark judgment today, Chief Barr. Kenneth Udeze, National Chairman of the Action Alliance (AA), has been discharged and acquitted of all frivolous charges brought against him in a politically motivated case aimed at undermining the integrity of the party. In the judgment delivered by the presiding Magistrate at the Chief Magistrates’ Court 3 sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, the Court dismissed the frivolous charges of conspiracy, perjury, and forgery, which were orchestrated by political adversaries seeking to hijack the Action Alliance leadership and sew discord in the party. The judgment represents a decisive rejection of…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa on Wednesday, addressed the 5th meeting of the Lake Chad Basin Governors Forum in Maiduguri. The CDS called for Unity of purpose amongst the leaders and other critical actors to allow the lake Chad region to flourish. Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The CDS said he was at the meeting to further appreciate members for the support extended to the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the Multi National Joint Task Force. General Musa described the meeting of…
Professor Charles Anosike, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NiMet (middle), Haruna Zakari, Technical Assistant 1 to the DG/CEO of NiMet (1st left), Zainab Yunusa, Senior Special Assistant to the President on NEC and Climate Change (Office of the Vice President) (2nd left), Mohammed Ahmed, Special Assistant to the President on Special Dutie, National Emergency Management (Office of the Vice President) (right), and Wilfred Idowu, Technical Assistant 2 to the DG/CEO NiMet, during a courtesy visit to the DG/CEO of NiMet by the team from the Office of the Vice President on Wednesday, 29th January 2025, to explore collaborative…
***Decorates 37 Newly Promoted Officers, Men By Miriam Humbe The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Customs (KLTC) Area Command reported a 101% surge in revenue in for 2024. Comptroller Joy Edeldouk, who announced the impressive figures during the decoration of newly promoted Officers, revealed that the Command generated ₦107,182,674,904 compared to ₦53,429,613,592 in 2023. SC JT Ayagbalo, the Public Relations Officer, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. Comptroller Edeldouk stated that the remarkable revenue growth is attributed to the Command’s strategic efforts to strengthen revenue collection, improve compliance, and enhance operational efficiency. She highlighted that…
***Dismisses Harassment Claims The Nigeria Police Force hereby announce the arrest of one Mr. Jesam Michael, the CEO of Afriq Arbitrage System (AAS), in connection with an ongoing fraud investigation following a report made earlier by Mr. Michael to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Special Investigation Unit (SIU), in which he alleged that he had been defrauded of the sum of USD87million by one Mr. Abayomi Segun Oluwasesan. Upon the arrest of Mr. Oluwasesan, he admitted to the charges but contested the amount involved, asserting it was significantly lower than claimed by Mr. Michael. Notably, concerns have emerged regarding a…
***To Discuss Initiatives In Regional Policing By Miriam Humbe The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, in his capacity as the Chairperson of the West Africa Police Chiefs Committee (WAPCCO), has arrived at the Eastern Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization (EAPCCO) Annual General Meeting taking place from Tuesday 28th January to 31st January 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. This prestigious event gathers police leaders, law enforcement officials, and stakeholders from around the globe to discuss strategies, share intelligence, and enhance international cooperation in…
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) will commence implementation of new guidelines regulating the dwelling time for import and export consignments at port terminals, reflecting its commitment to trade facilitation in line with the Federal Government’s Ease of Doing Business initiatives. The new measures aim to address port congestion, streamline clearance processes and reduce disputes arising from the disposal of overtime cargo. Pursuant to the Nigeria Customs Service Act (NCSA) 2023, the Service is reinforcing the provisions that mandate imported consignments to be cleared within 30 days after the completion of discharge of the importing carrier or within a timeframe prescribed…
By Miriam Humbe The Port Harcourt Area II Command, Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone, Onne, joined the global community in commemorating International Customs Day at the Area II Conference Centre, Onne. The event was marked by the presence of esteemed government agencies, stakeholders, and industry leaders. The Customs Area Controller of Port Harcourt Area II Command, Comptroller Mohammed Babandede, highlighted the achievements recorded in the year 2024 and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to continuous improvement. He emphasized that the purpose of the event was to review past activities, identify areas of progress, and strategize for a more effective and…
By Miriam Humbe Corps Members have been warned to avoid traveling out of their States of deployment without getting approval from the National Youth Service Corps. NYSC’s Acting Director Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed gave the warning during his visit to the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Stream Two Corps Members undergoing their three weeks induction at Nasarawa State Orientation Camp in Magaji Dan Yamusa, Keffi. He said it was an offence for any Corps Member to travel without obtaining approval from NYSC, adding that…