46 h. ago I wasn’t prepared for traditional stool – Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba

Gbong Gwom Jos and Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, and former Controller-General of Customs, His Royal Majesty, Gyang Buba, speaks to JAMES ABRAHAM on how he joined the Customs before becoming a monarch, security challenges in Plateau State, among other issues Can you tell us about your background and upbringing? Read More

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55 h. ago PSG aim for unbeaten Ligue 1 season after dominating title race

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Friday the prospect of completing the Ligue 1 season undefeated provided extra motivation for his team as they stand on the brink of securing another French title. PSG are 21 points clear of nearest challengers Monaco with seven games remaining, meaning a draw at home to Angers on Saturday Read More

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60 h. ago Security Crisis In Kebbi South A Thing Of The Past – Gov Nasir Idris

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has announced that security challenges in Kebbi South are now a thing of the past. During a recent statement, he attributed the restoration of peace in the region to both divine intervention and the tireless efforts of various security agencies. Governor Idris expressed his gratitude to the security personnel who […] The post Security Crisis In Kebbi South A Thing Of The Past – Gov Nasir Idris appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago BREAKING: Edo Tribunal dismisses Action Alliance’s petition against Gov Okpebholo

Tribune Online BREAKING: Edo Tribunal dismisses Action Alliance’s petition against Gov Okpebholo Governor Monday Okpebholo and his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), have secured an initial victory in the series of petitions challenging their declaration as winners of the 21 September 2024 governorship election in Edo State. In a judgment delivered on Wednesday, the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal dismissed a petition filed against them […] BREAKING: Edo Tribunal dismisses Action Alliance’s petition against Gov Okpebholo Tribune Online

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1 week ago Traditional Ruler Raises The Alarm Over Increasing Robbery Cases

The Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye, has raised the alarm over increasing armed robbery cases in some parts of the ancient town. As a result, the monarch charged the newly appointed Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Johnson O. Adenola, to intensify efforts in tackling security challenges in Ogbomosoland. The monarch made this appeal […]

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1 week ago Ogun Monarch Calls For Youths’ Involvement In Farming To Tackle Unemployment

The Alake and Paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo on Wednesday stressed the need for Nigerian youths to embrace agriculture as the best panacea for overcoming challenges of unemployment, as well as food security for the country. Oba Gbadebo, who described the level of youth unemployment and the current high prices of food […]

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1 week ago Soun Expresses Concern Over Armed Robbery, Violent Herdsmen In Ogbomoso

The Soun of Ogbomoso in Oyo State, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye has expressed concern over the increasing cases of armed robbery and activities of destructive herdsmen in some parts of the town. The monarch, as a result, charged the new Oyo State Commissioner of Police, CP Johnson Adenola to intensify efforts towards tackling security challenges […]

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1 week ago Army chief reaffirms commitment to transforming Nigerian military

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede, has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming the Nigerian Army into a combat-ready force capable of addressing the nation’s security challenges. He made this known during the Senior Command and Leadership Seminar held in Lafia, Nasarawa State, on Tuesday at the Taal […] The post Army chief reaffirms commitment to transforming Nigerian military appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Customs CG tasks operation whirlwind officers to crush smuggling in Kebbi

Tribune Online Customs CG tasks operation whirlwind officers to crush smuggling in Kebbi The Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has charged officers and men of the Operation Whirlwind unit of the Nigerian Customs Service to redouble their efforts in putting an end to the activities and menace of die-hard smugglers in the Kebbi State Area Command. Customs CG tasks operation whirlwind officers to crush smuggling in Kebbi Tribune Online

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1 week ago Customs intensify border monitoring to boost revenue in Kebbi

The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service is ramping up efforts in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling operations. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Chidi Chukwumeziri Nwokorie, reiterated his commitment to enforcing Customs regulations, while promoting legitimate trade. Arewa PUNCH reports that within just six weeks Read More

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1 week ago NSCDC commandant seeks enhanced intelligence sharing to combat forest crimes 

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in the Federal Capital Territory Command, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has called for increased intelligence sharing between security agencies to combat rising forest crimes in the region. Odumosu made the plea during a courtesy visit by the Nigeria Forest Security Service to his office on Monday. Read More

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1 week ago Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone and Akwa Ibom Area Command of the Nigerian Customs Service has apprehended a wildlife trafficker with 346 rare bird heads and other animal specimens in Cross River State. The Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Gabriel Ogbonna, disclosed this at the Customs House in […] The post Wildlife trafficker caught with bird heads, chimpanzee parts in Cross River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Delta State secures N1bn from European Investment Bank to tackle environmental challenges

Delta State has secured a N1 billion intervention fund from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to address pressing environmental challenges, read more Delta State secures N1bn from European Investment Bank to tackle environmental challenges

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2 w. ago Police hold stakeholders meeting to address security challenges in Plateau

The Nigerian Police Force, Plateau State Command on Friday convened a stakeholders meeting aimed to address contemporary security challenges in read more Police hold stakeholders meeting to address security challenges in Plateau

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2 w. ago Customs Seizes $193,000 Hidden In Yoghurt Carton At Abuja Airport

The Nigeria Customs Service has made a significant seizure at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, intercepting $193,000 in undeclared foreign currency concealed in a carton of yoghurt. According to Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Olumide Adebisi on Friday he disclosed, “Around the early hours of today, we received an intelligence report, which proved very […] The post Customs Seizes $193,000 Hidden In Yoghurt Carton At Abuja Airport appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Customs seize ₦84.2m smuggled goods, strengthen border security

The Kebbi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intensified its anti-smuggling operations, leading to the seizure of contraband goods, including Premium Motor Spirit and other restricted items, while also boosting revenue generation. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Chidi Nwokorie, reaffirmed his commitment to enforcing customs regulations, curbing Read More

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2 w. ago True autonomy for LGs will solve security challenges, says ALGON

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) on Thursday advocated true autonomy for Local Governments(LGs), saying it will help read more True autonomy for LGs will solve security challenges, says ALGON

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2 w. ago Customs Cares: NCS Dedicates 4% Of Salaries To CSR Initiatives

Comptroller General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi has announced the resolve of the management of the service to earmark four percent of the annual salaries of the men and officers of the service to fund a Corporate Social Responsibility programme tagged “Customs Cares.” The CGC said through the Customs Cares initiative, the service aims to make […]

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2 w. ago DSS, Police pledge collaboration to rid Jigawa of security threats 

The Department of State Services and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration and synergy in ensuring the continued peace and security of Jigawa State. This was stated when the newly posted State Director of Security, Murtala Abdullahi, paid a courtesy call to the Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Abdullahi, at Read More

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2 w. ago Insecurity: Experts, Stakeholders Call For Community Engagement

Security experts, policymakers, and stakeholders have advocated intelligence-led security operations and community-driven approaches to addressing security challenges nationwide. They called at the second edition of the National Security Summit, organised by the Green Assembly Initiative, to assess Nigeria’s security challenges and recommend actionable solutions. The summit, with the theme “Insecurity and the Nation: The Journey […]

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