By George Ozalla The National Human Rights Commission has called on government at all levels and key stakeholders to strengthen social protection measures and guarantee the rights of all citizens, as Nigeria joined the global community to commemorate the 2026 World Day of Social Justice.The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission, Dr. Tony […]
Nigeria Customs Reports ₦362.79 Billion Revenue Growth Under AEO Programme
by George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service has recorded significant revenue growth and enhanced trade facilitation under its Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programme, with certified operators contributing an additional ₦362.79 billion in revenue. This represents a 29.68% increase from pre-certification levels, as revenue for the 51 AEO-certified entities rose from ₦1.222 trillion before certification to […]
Nwankwoeze: A Steadfast Leader in Abuja’s Land Administration
Feature Profile By Chukwudi George Ozalla “True leadership is measured not by the distance one holds from the people, but by the care with which one listens and responds to them.” These words, often echoed by colleagues and peers in the Federal Capital Territory Administration, capture the essence of Chijioke Nwankwoeze, Director of Lands. At […]
Falana Urges Immediate Digital Preservation of Polling-Unit Results to Safeguard Nigerian Elections
By George Ozalla Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, SAN, has urged lawmakers to mandate the immediate electronic preservation and public verification of signed polling-unit results as part of the ongoing amendment of Nigeria’s Electoral Act, emphasizing that the reform being sought is not electronic voting but the digital safeguarding of manually recorded results.Falana made […]
Ameh Accuses APC of Majoritarian Tyranny in National Assembly
By George Ozalla Peter Ameh has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of imposing what he described as majoritarian tyranny in Nigeria’s legislative process, warning that the development poses a serious threat to democratic accountability and the independence of the parliament.According to a statement by Ameh, the former National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council, […]
Akpabio Celebrates Anyim at 65, Praises His Enduring Contributions to Nigeria’s Democracy
By George Ozalla President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has paid glowing tribute to former President of the Senate, Anyim Pius Anyim, on the occasion of his 65th birthday, commending his remarkable legacy of leadership, patriotism, and service to Nigeria.In a goodwill message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Rt. Hon. Eseme […]
CGC Adeniyi Commissions ASR-Donated Customs Hospital in Bauchi
By George Ozalla The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, commissioned the Abdul Samad Rabiu / Nigeria Customs Service Hospital in Bauchi, a 60-bed facility constructed and donated by Abdul Samad Rabiu, Chairman of ASR Africa and Founder/Executive Chairman of BUA Group.The hospital, delivered through the Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative, […]
Nigeria Customs Denies Manipulating Forex Rates
By George Ozalla ,Nigeria Customs Service has denied claims that it manipulates foreign exchange rates used in valuing imports and exports, saying it does not change the figures applied to cargo clearance and duty assessment. The service said all exchange rates used in customs valuation come directly from the Central Bank of Nigeria, which is […]
Tinubu Signs Electoral Act 2026, Paving Way for 2027 Elections
Special News Report By Chukwudi George Ozalla President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re‑Enactment) Bill 2026 into law, completing a major overhaul of Nigeria’s electoral framework ahead of the 2027 general elections. The signing took place on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, in the […]
NPC Laments Non-Release of 2025 Capital Funds as Senate Pushes for First-Line Charge Status
By George Ozalla The Chairman of the National Population Commission, Dr. Aminu Yusuf, on Wednesday presented the Commission’s 2025 budget performance report and defended its 2026 budget proposal before the Senate Committee on National Identity Card and National Population at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja.Dr. Yusuf appeared alongside key officials, including the Federal Commissioner representing […]
