Tag: News
VP Kashim Shettima Charges NCS to Sustain World-Class Standards for ‘Made-in-Nigeria’ Products
Nigeria, March 30, 2026 The Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, has charged the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) to sustain world-class standards in the promotion and regulation of ‘Made-in-Nigeria’ products. The Vice President gave the directive as part of ongoing efforts by the Federal Government of Nigeria to boost local production, enhance export quality, and…
EFCC Arrests Company Representative Over Alleged N993m Fraud in Ilorin
Ilorin, March 30, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ilorin Zonal Directorate, has arrested a company representative, Kofoworola Motunrayo Kolawole, over an alleged fraud amounting to N993,247,796.70. Kolawole, 37, was arrested following a petition submitted to the Commission by Predictus Remit Limited, a subsidiary of Fairmoney Microfinance Bank. According to the petitioner, Kolawole,…
FG Partners with Yobe State to Deploy $5M Solar Power for Health and Education Institutions
Yobe State, March 30, 2026 The Federal Government of Nigeria has partnered with the Yobe State Government to deploy a $5 million solar power project aimed at improving electricity supply to health and education institutions across the state. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure in underserved communities, particularly in the…
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.
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…