Author: Friday Omosola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a crucial collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) to reinforce the nation’s framework against money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF). The partnership was highlighted at the opening of a two-day capacity-building workshop during the week in Lagos. Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Zone A, Mohammed Babandede, who represented the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, stated that the initiative underscores the Customs leadership’s policy focus on inter-agency collaboration as a vital contributor to national security. READ ALSO: EFCC Chair charges new cadets to uphold integrity,…

The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has expressed disapproval of the recent defections of political figures, delivering a veiled critique of the current administration. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Wednesday, Obi stated that Nigeria is not under military rule. READ ALSO: Peter Obi seeks God’s intervention for Nigerians during visit to Rome His comments were made in reaction to the recent switch of allegiance by the Governors of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, and Ben Murray-Bruce to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). “We are not in a military time when you…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) held its third quarterly consultative meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on Wednesday in Abuja, providing a comprehensive update on upcoming electoral activities and affirming its dedication to conducting credible and transparent elections. The meeting was chaired by the Acting Chairman of INEC, May Agbamuche-Mbu, who used the platform to update stakeholders. She began by acknowledging the departure of the former INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, on October 7, 2025, and commended his tenure for its notable innovations and maintenance of institutional integrity. READ ALSO: Technology improved elections but cannot cure deeper flaws, says ex-INEC…

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has severed ties with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Making the announcement on Wednesday from the exco chamber in the state Government House, the governor did not reveal his intended new political affiliation. His decision received backing from twenty-three members of the State House of Assembly, including the Speaker. READ ALSO: Diri calls on politicians to improve Nigeria’s healthcare Diri’s resignation follows closely on the heels of his Enugu State counterpart, Peter Mbah, who defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) just 24 hours earlier. Mbah explained his switch, which he delivered in a…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has asserted that the future growth, commercial viability, and long-term endurance of Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector are intrinsically linked to the formation of strategic partnerships. The company’s position was communicated by the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Bayo Ojulari, in an address delivered at the 2025 Inaugural Annual Downstream Petroleum Week yesterday. Ojulari, whose remarks were presented by the Executive Vice President, Downstream, Mumuni Dagazau, noted that Nigeria’s downstream environment is characterised by “transition, opportunity, and strategic reform,” making collaboration essential for a stable energy future. READ ALSO: NNPC receives ₦318bn for frontier…

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has commenced full enforcement actions against all land reclamation projects operating across the state without the mandatory Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Approval and Drainage Clearance. The enforcement follows the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued by the state government to developers and individuals involved in unauthorised activities. The deadline for compliance expired on September 25, 2025, following the publication of notices in The Punch and The Nation newspapers on September 18 and 19. READ ALSO: Lagos govt urges farmers to embrace agricultural insurance for sustainability The disclosure was made known in a statement signed by the…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that the increasing number of politicians leaving their parties to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is a clear indication of internal fragmentation within the opposition ranks. Speaking at a grand reception in Enugu for Governor Peter Mbah, his cabinet, and thousands of supporters who formally joined the APC, Shettima, who represented President Bola Tinubu, described the move as a major endorsement of the governing party’s collective vision. “Their departures are not accidents; they reveal the cracks in the walls they built and the strength of the bridges we have constructed,” Shettima said.…

The Federal Government (FG) and the nation’s electricity Generation Companies (GenCos) have finalised the implementation framework for the Presidential Power Sector Debt Reduction Plan. This major initiative, approved by President Bola Tinubu, is designed to bring financial stability and boost investor confidence in Nigeria’s struggling electricity market. The plan involves issuing up to N4 trillion in government-backed bonds to settle verified legacy debts owed to both generation companies and gas suppliers. READ ALSO: FG removes Maths requirement for Arts, Humanities admissions into tertiary institutions Approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in August 2025, the intervention is the largest of its…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria’s energy transition strategy under President Bola Tinubu is expected to unlock investment opportunities exceeding $410 billion between now and 2060. This, he said, will position the nation as a leader in Africa’s renewable energy sector. Speaking at the inaugural Nigerian Renewable Energy Innovation Forum (NREIF) 2025 in Abuja on Tuesday, Shettima stated that over $23 billion of this investment is necessary to close the energy access gap for millions of Nigerians currently living without electricity. READ ALSO: Shettima assures Nigerians in diaspora of robust engagement, economic progress Shettima emphasised that as the global…

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a formal request to the Nigerian Senate for the confirmation of Professor Joash Amupitan as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The communication from the President was presented to the Senate during its plenary session on Tuesday by the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, who also read other presidential correspondence concerning appointments requiring legislative consent. READ ALSO: No one can question Tinubu’s pardons, Law Professor insists — It’s a constitutional right The letter indicated that the nomination adheres to the constitutional requirement that such appointments be subject to Senate confirmation. The…