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By Tricia Ikem The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has approved the appointment of Norbert Akachukwu Sochukwudinma (NAS) as Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Local Government Affairs. The appointment is part of ongoing efforts by the APC national leadership to strengthen grassroots engagement and enhance coordination between the party’s national secretariat and local government structures across the country. Sochukwudinma is a seasoned politician and an active member of the APC, with deep roots in Delta State politics. He currently serves as the APC Chairman for Aniocha South Local Government Area. In addition to his…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun I Area Command, has confirmed a violent attack on some of its officers by suspected armed drug traffickers during an anti-smuggling operation at Akokoro area of Iwoye, Imeko-Afon Local Government Area of Ogun State, on Thursday, 22 January 2026, at about 1600 hours. The incident occurred while officers of the Command, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted a 12-tyre truck suspected to be conveying a large consignment of illicit drugs and other prohibited items. Before reinforcement teams could arrive, the suspects mobilised a large number of armed hoodlums and launched a coordinated attack on the…

By Tricia Ikem A magistrate court in Bwari, Abuja, has struck out a terrorism case against the Oloje Bello family of Orubu Mokun, Majidun, Ikorodu, Lagos State, ending a legal battle that had caused significant distress to the family. The legal reprieve comes after the family petitioned the Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Zone 2, alleging that Ayinla Hazzan and members of the Amosun family, in collaboration with Omotubora Abayomi, orchestrated attacks against them. According to the petition, the suspects allegedly mobilised land grabbers to intimidate the family, creating fear and preventing them from moving freely within their community. Chief…

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.