Nigeria’s import duty waiver policy has come under renewed scrutiny after the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) disclosed that import duty exemption certificates approved by the Federal Government reached an estimated N34 trillion in 2025—a figure that has sparked concerns over fiscal sustainability, transparency, and public accountability. The disclosure has prompted economists and financial experts to […]
Emmanuel James Releases Inspiring New Gospel Song, “Blessing” Nigerian gospel music minister Emmanuel James returns with an uplifting new single titled “Blessing,” a heartfelt Gospel Afrobeat song that celebrates God’s goodness, grace, mercy, and faithfulness. Combining contemporary Afrobeat rhythms with inspirational gospel lyrics, Blessing delivers a message of hope to believers around the world. The […]
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Manchester United are reportedly on the verge of completing one of the most surprising Premier League transfers of the summer after moving to sign Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans by activating a reported £35 million release clause in his contract. The development, first reported by transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, suggests United have accelerated their plans […]
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heads into its decisive semi-final stage, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has praised several players with close ties to the Spanish giants, reserving his strongest admiration for Lionel Messi, whose remarkable performances continue to rewrite football history. Speaking to reporters in Dallas, Laporta described Messi’s tournament as “extraordinary” while also […]
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The 2026 women’s summer transfer window is rapidly reshaping the balance of power across European football, and one of the most eye-catching moves so far is Spanish defender Mapi León leaving FC Barcelona Femení to join London City Lionesses. The transfer signals the growing ambition of the Women’s Super League newcomers, who continue to invest […]
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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has called on the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government to tighten security around communities bordering the Old Oyo National Park, warning that stronger preventive measures are needed to stop future attacks. The monarch made the appeal following the recent rescue of dozens of students and teachers […]
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The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, has expressed confidence that the proposed establishment of state police across Nigeria could transform the country’s security architecture by bringing law enforcement closer to local communities and strengthening intelligence gathering. Speaking during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) while attending the United Nations Chiefs of […]
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More than seven weeks after dozens of schoolchildren and their teachers were abducted in Oyo State, Nigerian security agencies have confirmed the successful rescue of all 44 victims following an extensive multi-agency operation that also resulted in casualties among security personnel. The military disclosed on Saturday that members of the security forces lost their lives […]
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Relations between the United States and Iran have entered another period of heightened uncertainty after President Donald Trump warned that any attempt on his life by the Iranian government would trigger an overwhelming U.S. military response, even as both sides remain linked to fragile diplomatic efforts. The latest exchange of statements underscores the difficult balance […]
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Nigeria’s position as the world’s largest cassava producer could become one of its biggest economic advantages—if the country successfully shifts from exporting raw agricultural potential to manufacturing high-value industrial products. Although cassava has long been regarded as a staple food consumed in millions of Nigerian households, experts and industry stakeholders now argue that the crop […]
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Every rainy season, thousands of Lagos residents brace for flooded streets, hours-long traffic gridlock, damaged homes, and disrupted businesses. While climate change and intense rainfall continue to increase flood risks, environmental experts argue that many of the city’s worst flooding incidents are made significantly worse by human activities—particularly the widespread practice of dumping refuse into […]
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For years, successive government interventions have sought to restore free movement along Lagos’ Apapa and Kirikiri corridors. Yet, long queues of petroleum tankers continue to dominate the roads, slowing commercial activities, delaying cargo movement, and leaving commuters trapped in hours of traffic. Industry stakeholders say the recurring congestion is no longer simply a traffic management […]
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A fresh controversy over Nigeria’s 2026 federal budget has intensified after the Senate declined to immediately investigate how more than ₦1.3 billion was allocated to the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC)—an entity reportedly disowned by the Presidency. The decision has fueled debate over transparency in Nigeria’s appropriation process, with lawmakers divided over whether […]
