By Newscount The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)’s Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone (FTZ) Command has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening inter-agency cooperation with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to boost security, trade facilitation, and intelligence sharing within the Free Trade Zone. This was highlighted during a courtesy visit by Comptroller Emeka Eneh, Comptroller of […]
Tinubu Appoints Bishop Kukah to Lead Federal University of Applied Sciences
By Newscount President Bola Tinubu has made key appointments to the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State, naming Bishop Matthew Kukah as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council. Bishop Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, will lead the university’s governing council alongside other newly appointed members, including Mr. Thomas Etuh, representing […]
HURIWA Condemns Power-Driven Actions of Rivers State Lawmakers Loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike
Calls for Immediate Cessation of Destabilizing Tactics Against Governor Fubara Prominent rights group, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), has issued a strong warning to the 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over what it describes as an “orchestrated […]
HURIWA Defends NYSC Corper’s Right to Free Speech, Condemns Unlawful Harassment and Intimidation
Pro-democracy Advocacy Group: HUMAN RIGHTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HURIWA) has unequivocally defended the right of the young NYSC Corper who recently voiced strong criticisms regarding President Bola Tinubu’s administration. HURIWA affirmed that every citizen has the right to express their opinions and concerns about governmental performance without fear of intimidation or retribution just as […]
“Police Service Commission Promotes 66 Senior Officers to New Ranks”
By Newscount The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 66 senior police officers to various ranks. This move aims to strengthen the Nigerian Police Force and recognize the outstanding performances of its officers.Twenty senior officers were promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs). Those promoted include Fasuba Akinyele […]
DUBEM ONYIA! GOD WHY NOW?
By Ikechukwu Ani I stumbled on a social media report that faithful Monday afternoon of March 10, 2025 and before me was the shocking news break that my boss (will forever remain my boss), the debonair, industrious and effervescent Chief Hon. (Sir) Dubem Onyia, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, two time Member of […]
NUJ AT 70!
Dear Members, I am thrilled to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) with each and every one of you. As the president of this esteemed union, I want to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude and admiration for all the hard work and dedication that you have put […]
52% of N4.2 Trillion Tinubu Government’s Road Projects Focused on North
-Works Minister Umahi claims By Newscount The Bola Tinubu administration has revealed a high concentration of over half of its ongoing road construction projects in Northern Nigeria. Minister of Works, David Umahi, revealed this during an inspection of a major section of the 1,068km Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway in Gulumbe, Kebbi State. The 258km, three-lane carriageway […]
CGC Hosts Gov. Bago, Affirms Customs Intervention
By: Newscount The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has assured the Niger State Government of the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) commitment to supporting agricultural development and strengthening border security. The CGC made this known on Wednesday, 12 March 2025, when he received the Governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, on a courtesy visit at […]
Natasha Has Gone External- Akpabio
She wants to Embarrass Nigeria before the World —Senate President By: Newscount In what appeared to be an emotional appeal, Akpabio urged political stakeholders not to allow the actions of a single individual to tarnish the political aspirations of other women. “I have four daughters, and I want to plead with politicians to still give […]
