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As Nigeria’s population continues to grow, estimated by the United NationsPopulation Fund to reach over 237 million by 2025—so does the volume of wastegenerated across the country. With over 32 million tonnes of solid waste produced annually according to the World Bank,the pressure on city authorities and private stakeholders to develop sustainable waste management systems has never beengreater. Among the most transformative responses to this challenge is the Extended ProducerResponsibility (EPR) policy, introduced in 2014 through the National EnvironmentalStandards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). This policy gave birth to the Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA) in 2018, Nigeria’s first…

By Ifeoma Ikem Edukate Africa, an edu-fintech platform is set to host the Disrupt Education Summit Africa (Disrupt ED) aimed at tackling funding barriers, skills gaps and curriculum mismatch in Nigeria’s education system. The Director of Edukate Africa, Francis Omorojie who disclosed this to newsmen explained that the initiative was driven by the high rate of school dropouts linked largely to financial constraints, particularly at the higher institution Omorojie said the summit scheduled for January 29 at the University of Lagos will bring together government officials, universities, financial institutions, private sector players and philanthropies to rethink education financing and prepare…

The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) convened its first parade of the 2026 operational year, bringing together officers and men of the Command in a ceremony that combined solemn remembrance, renewed commitment to national duty and a comprehensive health screening for all personnel. The event began with gratitude to Almighty God for life, strength, and unity. Comptroller Ibrahim MM MNIM, fdc, extended New Year wishes to officers and their families, and paid tribute to fallen colleagues who lost their lives in service, offering prayers for their souls and comfort for their families. In his address, Comptroller…

The newly appointed Governing Member of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Hon. Funmilayo Olasehinde, has expressed her profound appreciation to the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, for facilitating her appointment. Hon. Olasehinde described the appointment as a great honour and a call to service, pledging her unwavering commitment to contribute meaningfully to the growth and effectiveness of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council. She assured the Minister that she would justify the confidence reposed in her and work diligently to support the objectives of the Ministry and the Council. She further reaffirmed her dedication to professionalism, accountability,…

Network of Nigerian Maritime Journalists (NNMJ), an umbrella body of all Nigerian maritime Journalists heartily felicitates the Customs Comptroller- General, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on his birthday. In a statement today, Monday, 19th January 2026, signed by the Chairman of NNMJ, Elder Dele Aderibigbe and Secretary, Mr . Moses Ebosele, The Network congratulated Dr Adeniyi for reaching this milestone. According to NNMJ, the CGC deserves all the accolades as he stood up to be counted when the NCS needed direction. Adeniyi, he stated, has repositioned the Service bringing it out from the eye of the storm to an enviable position in…

Nigeria’s banking sector is being reshaped by one of the most ambitious recapitalisation programmes in its history. If you bank, invest, or do business in Nigeria, understanding how this works and where each bank stands matters.In 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria raised minimum capital requirements and introduced three banking “tiers”: regional, national, and international. Banks have until March 31, 2026, to comply.Here’s what that means: International banks need ₦500bn in paid-up capitalNational banks need ₦200bnRegional banks need ₦50bnPaid-up capital is key. Retained earnings don’t count.Several banks, including Access Bank, Zenith Bank, GTBank, UBA, Fidelity Bank, and First Bank of…

A diesel tanker overturned on the Apapa Bridge in Lagos,spilling it’s contents onto the busy roadway The incident occurred early of Monday morning causing traffic disruption and raising fears of a possible fire outbreak, given the flammable nature of the spilled due to the flammable nature of the spilled content. Videos and images circulated on social media, confirming that some residents were seen scooping the diesel from the fallen tanker, despite the danger of an explosion.

The Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NRMG) has announced the inaugural Nigeria Reputation Summit 2026, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, bringing together key leaders from government, business, and civil society to advance conversations around rebuilding Nigeria’s national reputation. The summit will feature a keynote address by the former Governor of Lagos State and two-term Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, delivered under the theme “Better Nigeria, Better Reputation.” The address is expected to highlight the role of leadership, governance, and institutional consistency in shaping…

By Citizen Bolaji O. Akinyemi Nigeria’s journey of nation building does not permit final condemnation through partisan judgments. Partisan politics, by its very nature, drives members of political parties to project their platforms and candidates—reasonably or unreasonably—under the banner of loyalty. Politics, in practice, is often rooted in self-interest; at its base is the SELF, from which selfishness easily flows. Democracy, unfortunately, has also become a game of numbers. Decisions belong to the majority, while minorities are merely entitled to speak. Yet numbers alone do not translate to national progress. When democracy is reduced to arithmetic without moral legitimacy, it…

We call expressly for end to illegal demolition in Makoko Community in Lagos State. The Chairperson,Ayodele Ademiluyi of theRadical Agenda Movement In The Nigerian Bar Movement (RAMINBA) has condemns the reckless and inhumane actions of the Lagos State Government In press statement issued by Ayodele Ademiluyi,the chairperson and signed by the secretary of the (RAMINBA) made available to pressmen in Lagos said that despite the valid and subsisting Judgment of Honourable Justice Ogazi of the Lagos Division of the Federal High Court, Lagos State Government acting through her front agencies have commenced demolition exceeding in the community . The statements…