7 h. ago Oyo Monarch Sacks Chief Over Alleged Insubordination, Extortion

The Sabiganna of Iganna Kingdom in Iwajowa local government area of Oyo State, Oba Azeez Soliu Oyemonla has sacked a chief, Mallam Memudu, over alleged insubordination, extortion and actions said to be capable of destabilising the peace of the area. The monarch had lodged formal complaint with the Iganna Police Area Command, alleging that Memudu […]

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2 d. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Political tsunami hits Southern Kaduna as PDP, LP bigwigs defect to APC

in this report, GODWIN ISENYO writes on the political maneuvering that could shape Kaduna politics ahead of the 2027 elections In a dramatic turn of events, Kaduna, especially, the Southern part has witnessed a mass exodus of politicians from the Labour Party and Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. This seismic shift has Read More

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5 d. ago Customs arrests 6 suspected smugglers with N1.720bn contraband

By Steve Agbota The operatives of Federal Operation Unit Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service yesterday said that it arrested six suspected smugglers in connection with various contraband worth over N1.720 billion. The Unit said notable among the items seized from the suspected smugglers are: 820 litres of petrol, seven trailer loads of rice, […] The post Customs arrests 6 suspected smugglers with N1.720bn contraband appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Cartels who collected N300,000 from truckers before ETO fighting back — TTP

Tribune Online Cartels who collected N300,000 from truckers before ETO fighting back — TTP The firm handling the Electronic Call-Up system for trucks at the Lagos Ports, Trucks Transit Parks (TTP), has raised the alarm that some individuals, both outside and in government, who benefitted from the extortion of N300,000 and N250,000 from truckers along the port access roads before the implementation of ETO (electronic call-up system) are already fighting back to frustrate the electronic call-up system. Cartels who collected N300,000 from truckers before ETO fighting back — TTP Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Jos DISCO urges customers on prompt payment for energy consumed

…Say customers owe them N81B   From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi     The management of Jos Electricity Distribution (JED) Plc, Benue State, has called on its customers to settle their energy consumption bills promptly.    Engr. Felix emphasized that the substantial debt owed to the company poses significant challenges to its operations and investment in […] The post Jos DISCO urges customers on prompt payment for energy consumed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Customs Intercepts N1.72bn Trucks Of Rice, Petrol, Others In 1 Month

The Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone A, Ikeja of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Wednesday, announced the interception of contraband worth N1.72 billion from smugglers in the last month. The seized contraband include 3,832 bags of 50kg foreign parboiled rice equivalent to 7 trucks, 27 used vehicles, also known as ‘tokunbo’ vehicles; 494 Jerry […]

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7 d. ago Customs intercepts 14,820 litres of petrol, hard drugs, others worth N1.720bn

Arrests 6 suspected smugglers with various contraband By Steve Agbota The operatives of Federal Operation Unit Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service on Wednesday said that intercepted 14, 820 litres of petrol, 7 trailer loads of rice, 3,643kg of cannabis sativa and others worth over N1.720 billion. The Customs Area Controller of the Unit, […] The post Customs intercepts 14,820 litres of petrol, hard drugs, others worth N1.720bn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West

Tribune Online Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service on Wednesday said that it intercepted contraband items worth N1.720 billion in the South West region over the past month. Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West Tribune Online

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8 d. 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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8 d. ago Customs crack down on smuggling, seize 125,000 litres of petrol in Kebbi

The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted 125,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, in Kebbi State, disrupting an anti-smuggling operation. Customs said the seizure, carried out under Operation Whirlwind, is the largest fuel bust recorded since the initiative began. Speaking at a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Tuesday, the National Coordinator Read More

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8 d. ago Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos

Tribune Online Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos LAGOS State police command has detained three officers for allegedly extorting N150,000 from a content creator at Isheri area of the state, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has reported.  The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the development in a post on his X handle (@BenHundeyin) on Monday. “A 21-year-old X user (@netrovertHQ) had […] Police detain three officers for alleged extortion of content creator in Lagos Tribune Online

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8 d. 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 Customs: Bishir Balogun resumes as controller of FOU Zone ‘C’ Owerri

A leadership change has occurred at the Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘C’ in Owerri, Imo State, as a new controller, Abdulahi Bishir Balogun, has taken control of the unit. The baton of leadership was handed over to him by the former controller, Michael Ugbagu at the unit’s headquarters in Owerri. The […] The post Customs: Bishir Balogun resumes as controller of FOU Zone ‘C’ Owerri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week 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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1 week ago Motorists lament alleged police extortion, payment of ‘gate pass’ at police stations

Tribune Online Motorists lament alleged police extortion, payment of ‘gate pass’ at police stations   I paid N6000 to bail my car from the police  — Motorist Police accused me of driving a stolen car, collected N20, 000 as bail  — Victim MOTORISTS in Lagos State have raised concern over the continued extortion and harassment by police officers and the payment of gate passes at various police stations […] Motorists lament alleged police extortion, payment of ‘gate pass’ at police stations Tribune Online

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1 week ago NHRC accuses police officer, village head of extorting alleged witchcraft suspect

The National Human Rights Commission has accused a police officer said to be serving at Billiri divisional police station. and identified as Geoffrey Yusuf-Dogo, for allegedly extorting money from a witchcraft suspect. Arewa PUNCH’s investigations revealed that the police officer was alleged to be involved in the act in connivance with the village head of Read More

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2 w. ago CP Orders Probe Of Alleged Police Assault, Extortion Of AkwaPoly Students

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police (CP), CP Baba Azare has vowed to wield the big stick against any corrupt personnel found culpable in extortion and other unwholesome practices in the course of their official and unofficial responsibilities. CP Azare gave the warning against the backdrop of allegations by three female students of Akwa Ibom […]

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2 w. ago A’Ibom CP orders probe into alleged police brutality, extortion at polytechnic

The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, has ordered a full-scale investigation into allegations of police brutality and extortion levelled by students of the State Polytechnic, Ikot-Osura, in Ikot-Ekpene Local Government Area. A statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, on Tuesday, said the directive followed a meeting between the Read More

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2 w. ago Resurgence of diphtheria: A public health concern in Nigeria

Tribune Online Resurgence of diphtheria: A public health concern in Nigeria The recent outbreak and spread of diphtheria, a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening disease, in some parts of the country has continued to heighten health concerns. KAZEEM BIRIOWO, in this report, writes on the causes, mode of transmission, symptoms, and treatment options available, among others. Nigerians is currently witnessing firsthand devastating effects of diphtheria, a […] Resurgence of diphtheria: A public health concern in Nigeria Tribune Online

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