Nigerian Lawyers Divided Over Two-Year Pupillage Bill
A bill proposing a mandatory two-year apprenticeship for new lawyers in Nigeria has divided the legal profession. Explore the arguments from senior advocates and young graduates.
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Apapa Port Nears Full Deployment of Cargo Scanners
The Nigeria Customs Service is 80% ready to deploy a new FS6000 scanner at Apapa Port, aiming to end physical cargo checks and boost trade. Read more about the impact on clearance times.
Nigeria's Endless Wait for Quality Telecom Experience in 2025
Despite a 50% tariff hike in January 2025, Nigerian telecom subscribers face dropped calls & slow internet. Explore the causes & economic impact of the persistent poor Quality of Experience (QoE).
Maritime Drug Smuggling Threatens Nigeria's Ports
A new report reveals criminal gangs are using 'legitimate' forwarding businesses to move drugs via commercial vessels. SEREC calls for urgent tech and institutional reforms to secure Nigeria's ports and supply chains. Read more.
Why Africa's Downstream Sector is the Next Big Investment
Africa's downstream oil sector needs over $100bn investment by 2050. Discover how ARDA is tackling regulatory & infrastructure gaps to unlock this massive opportunity for global investors.
Tin Can Customs Revenue Hits N1.57tr, Exceeds Target
Tin Can Island Port Customs generated N1.57 trillion, exceeding its annual target by N51.8 billion, driven by a surge in used vehicle imports. Read the full report on the revenue feat.
Customs Reaffirms Commitment to Trade Facilitation
CGC Adewale Adeniyi tells Kano stakeholders that effective trade facilitation requires full compliance with laws. He highlights tech reforms like B'Odogwu platform.
Navy Hands Over 58 Bags of Smuggled Rice to Customs
Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has transferred 58 seized bags of foreign parboiled rice to Customs. The interception highlights ongoing efforts to curb smuggling in Lagos waters.
Nigeria Rallies Businesses for National Biodiversity Plan
Nigeria intensifies efforts to halt biodiversity loss, mobilising private sector support for its 2025-2030 National Biodiversity Strategy. Business leaders convened in Lagos to shape a practical Business Action Plan aligned with global goals.
Lawmakers Must Revisit Beverage Excise Bill, Experts Warn
Analysis reveals the proposed Customs, Excise and Tariff Amendment Bill lacks Nigeria-specific evidence, risks 1.5 million jobs, and contradicts fiscal stability goals. Lawmakers urged to pause for broader consultation.
Media trained on ethical SGBV reporting in Lagos, Edo
WRAHP trained 20 journalists from Lagos and Edo States on ethical reporting of SGBV cases to protect survivors and advance justice. Learn how media can drive change.
Customs Seizes N2bn Goods, Disrupts Ogun Smuggling Networks
Nigeria Customs Service Ogun 1 Command intercepts drugs, rice, and petrol worth over N2bn, handing cannabis to NDLEA. Acting CAC Oladapo Afeni vows continued vigilance.
Nigeria Customs Deploys Tech, Seizes N760m Goods
Nigeria Customs Service deploys new tracking technology nationwide, intercepts 20 containers worth N769.5m in Kano. Read how tech is fighting economic sabotage.
House of Reps Rejects Criminalising Vote-Buying in Primaries
Nigerian lawmakers have voted against a proposal for a two-year jail term for inducing delegates during party primaries. Discover the details and approved tougher penalties for other electoral offences.
Customs Slaps Banks with Penalty for Late Revenue Remittance
The Nigeria Customs Service warns designated banks over delayed remittance of collected revenue. Defaulters face a penalty interest of 3% above NIBOR. Details inside.
Customs Imposes 3% Penalty on Banks for Late Duty Remittances
The Nigeria Customs Service announces a 3% penalty for banks delaying stamp duty remittances. Defaulters risk public exposure and deactivation from the B'odogwu platform. Read the full details.
Tinubu mourns death of engineer, philanthropist Michael Ponle
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle, the 86-year-old Chairman of Miccom Wires and Cable. Read about his legacy in engineering and tourism.
Ogun Customs Seizes ₦2.6B Drugs, Contraband
Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun intercepts heroin, cannabis, spaghetti, and oil worth billions in major crackdown. Read details of the intelligence-led operations.
Nigeria's Parliament Votes on Major Constitutional Reforms
Nigeria's House of Representatives votes today on landmark constitutional reforms including state police and gender inclusion. The outcome will shape the nation's democracy amid deep political divisions.
House of Reps Faces Confusion Over Constitutional Amendment Vote
The House of Representatives is in confusion over the voting process for the 1999 Constitution amendment. Speaker Abbas and Deputy Speaker Kalu gave conflicting signals on electronic voting readiness. Read the latest.
Customs College Graduates 100 Officers in Leadership Drive
The Nigeria Customs Service has graduated 100 middle cadre officers from its Command and Staff College to enhance leadership and service delivery. Read about the ceremony and the Service's modernization agenda.
NUPRC: Making Oil & Gas Work for Nigerians
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) is leading a historic shift towards transparency and accountability in the oil sector, turning a 'resource curse' into a national blessing. Discover how this reform benefits citizens.
Lawyers Condemn Media Trial of NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
Okpebholo presents ₦939.85bn 2026 budget to Edo Assembly
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
Gunmen Kidnap Ex-Customs Officer, Kill Chief in Osun
Gunmen attacked Ora community on the Osun-Kwara border, kidnapping retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi and killing a chief. Police have intensified search efforts. Read the full story.
Lawyers Slam Dangote Over NMDPRA Corruption Allegations
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.
Ex-Customs Officer Kidnapped, One Killed in Osun
Panic in Ora community as gunmen abduct retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi, killing a local chief. Police confirm incident and intensify bush combing operations. #OsunSecurity #Kidnapping
APC Leader Pushes for Reserved Legislative Seats for Women
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Constitutional Amendment Seeks 182 New Seats for Women
Nigeria's National Assembly debates a landmark bill to create 182 reserved legislative seats for women, aiming to tackle the nation's severe gender imbalance in politics. Read the details and the Senate's counter-proposal.
NCS Intercepts Cocaine on Brazilian Ship at Apapa
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts 25.5kg of cocaine hidden on MV San Anthonio at Apapa Port. The vessel, which sailed from Brazil, has been detained. Read the full details of the major drug bust.
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