Category: News
NDLEA Intercepts Cocaine Hidden in Dry Fish, Arrests Suspected Drug Kingpins Nationwide
Lagos State , March 30, 2026 The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a large consignment of cocaine concealed in the heads of imported dry stock fish, popularly known as Okporoko, and arrested a suspected drug trafficker linked to an international syndicate. The arrest followed credible intelligence on the group’s trans-border operations, prompting…
APC National Convention Ends on High Note as Otunba Dapo Okubadejo Hails Unity, Renewed Directions.
The APC National Convention in Abuja brought together leaders and members from across Nigeria in a strong show of unity. Hon. Dapo Okubadejo joined Governor Dapo Abiodun and other leaders, reaffirming commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda and continued progress.
FCT High Court Issues Arrest Warrant for PDP Chairman Kabiru Turaki
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory on Thursday issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Kabiru Turaki, over his failure to appear in court for arraignment. The presiding judge, Justice U. P. Kekemeke, ruled that the defendant failed to provide a valid reason…
FG, CUSTOMS ADVANCE TRADE EFFICIENCY WITH NATIONAL SINGLE WINDOW
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with the Nigeria Customs Service, has intensified efforts to enhance trade efficiency through the advancement of the National Single Window initiative. The update, shared via Aso Villa Digital, reflects ongoing reforms targeted at modernizing Nigeria’s trade ecosystem and improving ease of doing business….
FG PARTNERS WITH NIMC TO LAUNCH NIN-ENABLED G2P CARD FOR GEEP BENEFICIARIES
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has partnered with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to launch a NIN-enabled Government-to-Person (G2P) card aimed at enhancing service delivery for beneficiaries of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP). The initiative, announced via Aso Villa Digital, is part of broader efforts to improve…
NAF, EKITI PARTNER ON AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE DEPOT TO BOOST SECURITY, ECONOMY
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has partnered with the Ekiti State Government to establish an aircraft maintenance depot aimed at strengthening national security and stimulating economic growth. The development was announced via Aso Villa Digital, underscoring the Federal Government’s commitment to enhancing defence capabilities while driving local economic development. The…
NNPC LTD PARTICIPATES IN #CERAWEEK, HIGHLIGHTS NIGERIA’S ENERGY SOVEREIGNTY
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 NNPC Ltd. actively participated in #CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, where Olugbenga Oluwaniyi served as a panelist in the session “African Energy Sovereignty: The ‘all-of-the-above’ strategy.” The discussion, moderated by Daniel Evans, also featured Bambo Ibidapo-Obe and Alcides Andrade. Oluwaniyi emphasized Nigeria’s strategy for energy self-determination through control of…
PRESS RELEASE: RE: ALLEGED EXTRAJUDICIAL KILLING OF MR ABDULRAHMAN MUSTAPHA BY MILITARY PERSONNEL
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The Headquarters Theatre Command of Operation HADIN KAI has addressed social media reports alleging that on 22 March 2026, troops fatally shot one Abdulrahman Mustapha (also referred to as Abchin) at the Polo Axis near the Federal High Court, Maiduguri. The reports claim the deceased was unarmed, returning from a…
CBN GOVERNOR HIGHLIGHTS SHARED RESPONSIBILITY FOR MACROECONOMIC STABILITY AT 2026 MONETARY POLICY FORUM
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, addressed the 2026 Monetary Policy Forum in Abuja on Thursday, March 26, 2026, presenting an overview of Nigeria’s monetary policy and emphasizing that macroeconomic stability is a shared responsibility. The forum highlighted the importance of collaboration between fiscal authorities, commercial banks,…
CBN GOVERNOR OUTLINES KEY REFORMS AT 2026 MONETARY POLICY FORUM
Ibadan, Nigeria, March 27, 2026 The 2026 Monetary Policy Forum of the Central Bank of Nigeria reinforced collaboration between fiscal authorities, banks, and the private sector to sustain economic growth and ensure price stability. Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the CBN, highlighted key reform actions aimed at strengthening the banking sector and supporting financial stability: These…