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Smuggling surge, revenue losses and succession plot threaten Nigeria Customs Service

Customs officers are allegedly guarding smugglers at night, a government revenue code is being used to steal billions, and a power struggle is brewing at the top of Nigeria Customs Service.

Reprisal attack kills several residents in Kogi communities after herder’s death

Several residents have been killed in a reprisal attack on Abugi, Kuchinda and Mikugi communities in Kogi State after a vigilante allegedly shot dead an unarmed herder.

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JAMB Reschedules 2025 Mock UTME Date

JAMB has modified the 2025 Mock UTME schedule by shifting it from April 5 to April 10, 2025 to provide candidates with expanded preparation time and additional testing locations.

Lagos to Fund Free Open-Heart Surgeries for 30 Indigent Patients

Lagos State government will provide free open-heart surgeries for 30 indigent patients, fully funded by Governor Sanwo-Olu.

IHRC Calls for Peace, Unity During Rivers’ State of Emergency

IHRC urges Rivers leaders to prioritize peace and unity during the state of emergency, calling for stable governance in the state.

SERAP Drags Tinubu to Court Over ‘Unconstitutional’ Suspension of Rivers Governor

KEY POINTS SERAP sues President Tinubu over the suspension of Rivers State’s governor, deputy,...

Amnesty International Demands Investigation Into Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Allegations Against Akpabio

KEY POINTS Amnesty International calls for an independent investigation into the sexual harassment allegations...

5 Nigerian Celebrities Who Are Redefining Fashion

KEY POINTS Burna Boy blends African prints with international fashion trends. Tiwa Savage is...

UK Court Warns Against Anonymous Surrogacy After Nigerian Couple’s Struggles

A UK High Court ruling warns against anonymous surrogacy after a Nigerian couple faces legal challenges in securing their child’s parental status.

FAAN Pledges Airports Touting Elimination, Urges Patience

FAAN maintains its commitment to end touting at airports by encouraging passengers to stay patient and not harm facilities when delays occur.

NCAA Criticizes Delta Air Lines for Mistreatment of Passenger

NCAA condemns Delta for mistreating a Nigerian passenger at Lagos airport, demanding better treatment and threatening action under the regulations.

Abia State Internet Access to Reach Every Community by Year-End

Governor Otti launches a nine-month plan to provide internet access across all Abia communities, enhancing digital governance and service delivery.

Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibas Releases Withheld Local Government Allocations

KEY POINTS Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas has released withheld local government allocations,...

Civil Society Groups Condemn State of Emergency in Rivers

KEY POINTS Civil society groups have condemned the declaration of a state of emergency...

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Smuggling surge, revenue losses and succession plot threaten Nigeria Customs Service

Customs officers are allegedly guarding smugglers at night, a government revenue code is being used to steal billions, and a power struggle is brewing at the top of Nigeria Customs Service.

Reprisal attack kills several residents in Kogi communities after herder’s death

Several residents have been killed in a reprisal attack on Abugi, Kuchinda and Mikugi communities in Kogi State after a vigilante allegedly shot dead an unarmed herder.

Lagos short of 40,000 doctors as Sanwo-Olu warns of health funding gap

Lagos State needs roughly 40,000 more doctors and 40,000 nurses, Sanwo-Olu says, while its health sector needs at least N100bn above current budget provisions.

ICPC recommends prosecution of alleged PFIPC boss Adeyemi

The ICPC has recommended prosecuting Adeniyi Adeyemi, alleged head of the disputed PFIPC, telling President Tinubu in an interim report that flagged forged appointment documents.