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Barely two weeks of handing over of 399 Pump Action Rifles to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons NCCSALW, the Nigeria Customs Service, TinCan Island Ports Command in it's quest for national security has yet again intercepted another cache of fire arms and it's components. Disclosing this in Lagos yesterday, Monday 31 August, 2026, during a press briefing, the Comptroller‑General of Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi PhD, Mfr, who was represented by the  Deputy Comptroller‑General of Customs (Enforcement, Investigation and Inspection), DCG Timi Bomodi,  disclosed that 204 Pump Action Rifles and other Components concealed among household items where discovered during a 100 percent physical examination of a 20‑foot container which arrived from Turkey aboard MV Algeciras Express on August 16, 2026. Giving details of the discovery, DCG Bomodi said, "100 percent physical inspection uncovered the rifles hidden among furniture, refrige...

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Unilever Nigeria PLC, on 27 August 2026, signed separate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) at the NCS Headquarters, Abuja, to strengthen inter-agency and public-private collaboration, enhance security, protect legitimate trade, safeguard lives and consumers, and support Nigeria’s economic growth. During his engagement with the FFS, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, described the MoU as a bold, deliberate and strategic step towards strengthening inter-agency collaboration and supporting the shared mandates of both agencies to protect lives, property and critical national assets. He said the agreement would enhance fire safety standards across Customs facilities, facilitate rapid response to emergencies, support joint training and capacity building, and promote information sharing on fire safety and emergency preparedness. “I am very confident that this MoU will translate to practical action...

The Nigeria Customs Service, Kebbi Area Command, on Thursday, 27 August 2026, hosted a delegation from the Nigerien Customs (Douanes du Niger) at the Command Headquarters to deliberate on emerging issues affecting trade along the Kamba–Tungan Gyado border corridor, with a view to facilitating legitimate trade, generating revenue and bringing relief to communities on both sides of the border. The engagement was attended by the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Kebbi Area Command, Comptroller Mahmoud Matawalle Ibrahim; Comptroller, Douanes du Dosso, Niger Republic Abdoulaye Vincent; Chairman, Dendi Ganda, Sarkin Shikon Kamba Mamuda Zarumai; Secretary-General, SNAT Gaya, Abubakar Inusa; and other stakeholders. During the engagement, The Comptroller, Douanes du Dosso, according to a press release issured by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Assistant Superintendent of Customs 1 Mustapha Mubarak, appreciated the CAC for hosting the delegation and called for stronger collaboration ...

The news of the passing of Dotun Oladipo hit me this morning with a profound sense of loss. Nigeria has lost a distinguished journalist, media entrepreneur, and advocate of ethical journalism. But beyond the public tributes and professional accolades, I have lost a friend, ally, confidant, and brother. My relationship with Dotun dates back to the late 1990s when we were colleagues at The Punch newspapers. Even then, he stood out as a journalist of uncommon conviction - calm, principled, and deeply committed to the ideals of responsible journalism. We shared similar beliefs about the role of the media in society: to inform truthfully, act responsibly, and serve the public interest. Our bond endured long after our paths diverged professionally. While I moved into corporate communications and banking, Dotun continued to distinguish himself in journalism, eventually founding The EagleOnline and rising to become President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP). Our friendship...

The Eastern Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) had intercepted 680 cartons of smuggled cosmetics and 112 pneumatic tyres along the Oron Ibaka- Cameroon waterways, preventing potentially dangerous products from reaching the Nigerian market. According to a statement from the command, officers made the seizures during an intelligence-led operation in the Eastern waterways, as part of efforts to curb smuggling and enforce compliance with import regulations. Speaking on the development, the Acting Comptroller of Eastern Marine Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Esien Etim Essiet, said the operation aimed to protect lives and safeguard legitimate businesses from the consequences of illicit trade. He disclosed that the 112 pneumatic tyres were found to be unsafe, substandard and improperly stored, conditions which could expose motorists and other road users to tyre failure, blowouts and potentially fatal accidents. He added that the 680 cartons of cosmetics were inte...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the next edition of its Quarterly Business Forum on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Kano, bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and key stakeholders to explore opportunities for business growth and sustainability across Northern Nigeria. The Kano edition builds on the success of the Bank’s previous Quarterly Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, which provided business owners and entrepreneurs with practical insights, valuable industry connections, and opportunities for sustainable business growth. Themed “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” the forum will spotlight the opportunities and trends shaping the business landscape in the region. Discussions will focus on practical strategies for strengthening business operations, enhancing financial management, improving access to finance, leveraging digital solutions, expanding market reach and building businesses that are positioned fo...

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR has received the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, at the State House, Abuja, where issues bordering on the development of Nigeria’s maritime sector were discussed. During the meeting, Dr. Mobereola briefed the President on developments within NIMASA over the past two years, highlighting the progress recorded by the Agency as well as some of the challenges confronting the industry. During the briefing, according to a press statement issued by Head of Public Relations Unit of NIMASA, Osagie Edward, President Tinubu, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the continuous development of Nigeria’s maritime industry. He noted that the creation of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy was a deliberate step towards ensuring that the maritime sector contributes more significantly to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). While commending NIMASA for the progress recorded so fa...

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced enhanced enforcement of the statutory requirements for indigenous participation in Nigeria’s Cabotage trade and maritime activities. This disclosure was contained in a marine notice issued pursuant to the Agency’s statutory mandate of implementing applicable laws including the NIMASA Act 2007 and the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act 2003, in addition to the Cabotage regulations and implementing guidelines. Under the enhanced enforcement regime, all persons and entities requiring vessels for Cabotage operations are required to use vessels that meet applicable Nigerian ownership, registration, manning and construction requirements and are duly registered in the Special Register for Vessels and Ship Owning Companies Engaged in Cabotage. The Agency further requires all vessels, owners, operators, charterers, managers and other stakeholders engaged in Cabotage activities to maintain valid statutory certi...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has continued its efforts to address food insecurity and support vulnerable households with the distribution of essential food items to more than 1,000 families in Kogi State through its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative. The outreach programme, held at the Youth Centre in Lokoja, reflects the bank's commitment to fostering positive social impact in communities across Nigeria. Since its launch in April 2023, the Fidelity Food Bank has reached hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries nationwide, providing critical support to families facing economic hardship while contributing to the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 – Zero Hunger. Speaking at the distribution exercise, Regional Bank Head, North Central II, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Blessing Onwumere, described the initiative as one of the bank's most far-reaching Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) interventions. According to her, the programme was ...