The government of Niger Republic has officially reopened the Konni border for operations today, March 22. This development comes one week after the Nigerian Customs Service, in accordance with the directives of the Presidency, opened the Illela land border between Nigeria and Niger Republic. The Konni border was declared open precisely at noon on Friday.…
The Rivers State Police Command successfully thwarted an armed robbery attempt along Prisigbara/Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Road in Bori, the headquarters of Khana local government area of the State, resulting in the demise of three suspected robbers. SP Grace Iringe-Koko, spokesperson of the command, confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday, March 22, 2024, in…
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the suspension of the 25% penalty previously imposed on improperly imported vehicles, in alignment with the directives of the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. This decision also includes the initiation of a 90-day window, effective from March 4, 2024, to July 5,…
The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended three suspected criminals for stealing a motorcycle in the Gidan Ruwa area of the state. SP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, the spokesperson for the command, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, March 22, 2024. According to Wakil, the suspects made away with a motorcycle valued at N400,000 and…
President Bola Tinubu says the perpetrators of the killing of soldiers in Delta State will face certain justice, warning that his administration will not tolerate attacks on the military and security infrastructure. The President, who hosted the leadership of the Senate to a dinner to break the Ramadan fast at the State House on Thursday,…
A diphtheria outbreak in Minjibir Local Government Area of Kano State has tragically claimed the lives of four children, with an additional 28 children diagnosed with the disease, according to Mr. Tasiu Yahaya, the Information Officer of the local government. In a statement issued, Mr. Yahaya disclosed that the affected children hailed from the towns…
The Nigerian Army has emphasized that troops will remain stationed in the creeks of Delta State until those responsible for the tragic killing of 17 military personnel in Okuama community are brought to justice. Major General Jamal Abdussalam, the General Officer Commanding of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, and Land Component Commander of the Joint…
President Bola Tinubu says his administration is sustaining investments in digital technology to enhance the sustainability of small businesses, expand opportunities across sectors, and propel Nigeria to become the lodestar of information and communications technology in Africa. Speaking when he received a delegation from Meta Platforms Incorporated, led by Sir Nick Clegg, former UK Deputy…
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to diligently implement world-leading sustainability reporting standards aimed at unlocking capital investments, transforming business models, and safeguarding the environment in the country. The President gave the assurance during a meeting on Thursday in Abuja with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) Chair, Mr. Emmanuel Faber. The President’s endorsement…
Hanks Anuku has expressed a desire to be recognized and celebrated while he is still alive. In a recent Instagram post, the actor shared a new photo along with the caption: “Celebrate me and appreciate me now that I’m alive.” Hanks Anuku, a prominent figure in Nollywood, has faced various challenges in recent years.…
