*Feature* By George Ozalla All is set to honor The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as a Lifetime Humanitarian Hero on Institutional Reform at the 2025 Humanitarian Service Diamond Awards tomorrow. This recognition spotlights his outstanding contributions to humanitarian causes, particularly in the areas of institutional reform and community development. Under Adeniyi’s leadership, […]
By George Ozalla As Nigeria joins the global community to commemorate the 2025 International Humanitarian Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has paid tribute to the selfless dedication and sacrifices of humanitarian workers worldwide. In a statement, NHRC Executive Secretary Dr. Tony Ojukwu acknowledged the tireless efforts of humanitarian workers in providing critical assistance […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a high-level consultation with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to address challenges arising from the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, commonly known as B’Odogwu. The meeting, held on August 19, 2025, in Abuja, aimed to find practical solutions to mitigate delays and demurrage […]
By George Ozalla In a bold move, 23-year-old Nigerian entrepreneur Odogwu Ekene Enefe has launched Lokats, a new social media platform designed to facilitate meaningful reconnections. With a unique focus on memory-based interactions and robust privacy features, Lokats aims to differentiate itself from existing platforms. Enefe, a software engineering graduate from Nile University of Nigeria, […]
By George Ozalla Senator Uche Ekwunife has condemned the brutal murder of Reverend Mark Okonkwo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Nri Ward 2 Chairman. The politician expressed her shock and sadness over the incident, emphasizing the need for justice and an end to violence in the state. While there are no details on the motive […]
By George Ozalla The recent concluded bye-election last saturday in Anambra State has been marred by controversy, with allegations of widespread vote buying and claims of a major political party’s exclusion from the polls. According to a press statement signed bye Arc. Okey Chukwuogo, Director-General of Dr. George Moghalu and Hon. Mrs. Ifeoma Okaro’s campaign […]
By George Ozalla Senate President Godswill Akpabio has returned to Nigeria after a brief vacation in London, putting to rest speculation about his health. Akpabio arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja around 4 a.m. on Monday, where he was welcomed by fellow senators, aides, and supporters. The Senate President had been the […]
By George Ozalla The Women’s Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative (WRAPA) and the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy & Development (Centre LSD) are set to host a public presentation of policy briefs and a memorandum aimed at improving Nigeria’s electoral process. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:00 am WAT via Zoom, […]
By George Ozalla Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has emphasized the significance of designating telecoms infrastructure as critical national assets. This move aims to protect the country’s digital economy and ensure a stable and secure communication network. As the head of NCC, Dr. Maida brings over 15 years […]
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command, has recorded a remarkable revenue collection of ₦89.2 billion between January and June 2025, surpassing previous half-year records. This achievement represents a 63% increase compared to the same period in 2024. According to Comptroller Joy Edelduok, Customs Area Controller (CAC), the […]
