Kogi Launches Anti-Internet Fraud Campaign, Proposes Anti-Fraud Clubs in Schools

Kogi Launches Anti-Internet Fraud Campaign, Proposes Anti-Fraud Clubs in Schools

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Kogi State Government has launched an anti-internet fraud campaign and called for the establishment of Anti-Internet Fraud Campaign Clubs in schools and tertiary institutions across the state to curb cybercrime among youths. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo made the call during the flag-off of the campaign at the Government House in Lokoja, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs. Folashade Ayoade Arike. Ayoade urged parents, […]

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Customs Launches Digital Declaration System to Cut Airport Delays

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service has launched a new digital platform aimed at reducing passenger delays, improving baggage clearance, and enhancing transparency at the nation’s international airports. The platform, known as the Simplified Customs Advanced Declaration System, was officially unveiled on Monday at the International Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Speaking at the launch, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of ICT and Modernisation, Oluyomi […]

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Nigeria Customs Holds 7th Medical Retreat in Katsina, Launches Free Healthcare Outreach

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Medical Unit has commenced its 7th Annual Medical Corps Retreat in Katsina State, with a focus on strengthening healthcare delivery and improving the welfare of officers and personnel across the Service. The five-day retreat, which began on Monday, May 11, 2026, is themed “Operational Wellbeing: Protecting Health to Protect Borders.” Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, represented […]

May 19, 2026 12

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Operation Enduring Peace Launches Fertiliser Support, Security Talks in Southern Kaduna

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Operation ENDURING PEACE has launched an agricultural support programme and security stakeholders’ engagement in Southern Kaduna ahead of the 2026 farming season. In a statement signed by Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the initiative is aimed at ensuring peaceful farming activities and improving relations among communities in the area. The General Officer Commanding 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander of Operation Enduring Peace, Folusho Oyinlola, […]

May 1, 2026 13

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FG Launches Satellite-Based Agric Project To Boost Food Security

By Toffa Momoh ABUJA — The Federal Government has launched a new Earth Observation-based Agricultural Innovations Project to drive food security and modernize farming through space technology. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, said the path to food security lies in space-based solutions. He was represented at the event by Dr. Muktar Yawale, who described the initiative as a game-changer for […]

April 22, 2026 27

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FCT Police Command Denies Terrorist Attack Allegations, Launches Investigation Into Viral Video

By Toffa Momoh I Abuja The FCT Police Command has dismissed as false and misleading a viral video claiming terrorists are advancing on Abuja, with gunshots reportedly "raining heavily" in the Federal Capital Territory. The Command, in a statement by its spokesperson, ASP Josephine Adeh, states there's no record of any such attack or security breach in Abuja or the FCT. According to the statement, preliminary findings show the gunshot […]

April 12, 2026 8

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INEC Launches Mega Voter Registration Drive in Lagos Central

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched its Mega Voter Registration Exercise in Lagos Central, aiming to increase voter access and participation in the electoral process. The ceremony took place at Ajele Sports Complex (Campos), Lagos Island, led by Resident Electoral Commissioner Professor Ayobami Salami. The Mega Centre is designed to address high registration volumes in urban areas, reduce congestion, and provide efficient services […]

April 9, 2026 10

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Customs launches training programme to boost AfCFTA implementation

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced a three-day capacity-building programme on Rules of Origin to strengthen Nigeria’s implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). According to a statement signed by the Service, the training, which runs from 31 March to 2 April 2026, is aimed at equipping stakeholders with the technical knowledge required to enhance Nigeria’s participation in intra-African trade. Declaring the programme […]

April 4, 2026 12

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Defence Ministry Launches Major Career Transition Programme for Army Personnel

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Nigerian Army has taken a bold step toward strengthening personnel welfare, as the Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, officially launched the Senior Executive Career Transition Programme (SECTP). The initiative, executed by the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, is designed to help senior officers prepare for life after active military service, ensuring a smooth and structured transition into civilian careers. Held at […]

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