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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced a two-week Technical Assistance Mission on Post Clearance Audit (PCA) in collaboration with the World Bank Group under the Accelerated Revenue Mobilisation Reform (ARMOR) Programme, aimed at strengthening compliance management, revenue assurance, and trade facilitation through modern audit practices. ‎ ‎The workshop, which runs from June 1 to June 12, 2026, is taking place at the Service's  Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. ‎ ‎Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, Assistant Comptroller-General Babatunde Olomu described the mission as a significant step in advancing the Service's modernisation agenda and strengthening its capacity as a technology-driven, intelligence-led, and globally competitive customs administration. ‎ ‎ He noted that modern customs administrations increasingly rely on intelligence-led, risk-based, and post-clearance interventions that promote vo...

Global maritime leaders are set to converge in Nigeria for the 8th  Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria for the 8th Regional Conference. ‎ ‎The conference, which is scheduled for 25th and 26th of June 2026 at the Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos is expected to be gathering  of influencial maritime leaders, policymakers, regulators, investors, energy experts, legal practitioners, logistics professionals, and business executives from across Africa and around the world for two days of strategic dialogue, networking and collaboration. ‎  ‎According to a statement from WISTA, this year’s conference comes at a defining moment for Africa’s maritime and blue economy sectors, as industry stakeholders navigate evolving global conversations around energy transition, sustainability, trade competitiveness, digital transformation, taxation, and inclusive economic growth. ‎ ‎ For WISTA Nigeria, the hosting carries historic si...

Union Bank of Nigeria's Endless Possibilities campaign has won Bronze in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards, one of Africa's foremost platforms for creative excellence.   ‎ ‎The   campaign   was   also   shortlisted   in   the   Craft   category   for   Film   Craft,   a recognition of the artistry and technical quality behind the work. These recognitions were awarded following adjudication alongside qualifying entries from across the African continent. ‎ ‎The Heritage win carries a particular resonance. It recognises the bank’s ability to honour its rich heritage while maintaining relevance with contemporary audiences. ‎ ‎For more than a century, Union Bank has been woven into the fabric of Nigeria's economic and social progress, and Endless Possibilities continues that story rather than departing from it. ‎ ‎Built to celebrate th...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to launch a strategic engagement platform aimed at promoting the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises across Nigeria. ‎ ‎Known as the Fidelity Quarterly Business Forum, the initiative is designed to bring together SME business leaders, founders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss business opportunities, economic trends, innovation and sustainable growth strategies. ‎ ‎Speaking on the initiative, Ugochi Osinigwe, Divisional Head, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises, Fidelity Bank Plc, said the forum reflects the bank’s commitment to delivering a wide range of initiatives that support the growth of small businesses in Nigeria. ‎ ‎“Our Quarterly Business Forum is part of our regular engagement with small businesses across the country. As you may know, Fidelity Bank is a leading supporter of SMEs through numerous financial products, and a strong advocate of a multi-dimensional approach to help...

The  Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to advancing regional maritime integration, cooperation and capacity development across Africa. ‎ ‎Dr. Mobereola made this known when he received the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Liberia in Lagos, Mr. Dapo Akinosun, SAN, at the Agency’s headquarters in Lagos. ‎ ‎The NIMASA DG described the meeting as a reflection of the longstanding and mutually beneficial relationship between Nigeria and Liberia, particularly within the maritime sector. ‎ ‎According to him, stronger collaboration among African nations remains critical to unlocking the continent’s maritime potential, strengthening the Blue Economy, and promoting sustainable regional growth of the continent. ‎ ‎ ‎L-R: Head, Media Department at the Liberian Consulate in Lagos, Mr. Kehinde Ogundimu; Honorary Consul of the Republic of Liberia in Lagos, Mr. Dapo Akinosun,...

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi II, has cited President Bola Tinubu’s public commendation of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, as evidence of the confidence reposed in the Customs boss, describing his leadership of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and impact on community development as a source of pride to the ancient Ife Kingdom and the Modakeke community. ‎ ‎The monarch stated this on Thursday, 28 May 2026, during the annual Eid-el-Kabir gathering hosted by the Comptroller-General at his residence in Modakeke, Osun State. ‎ ‎ The event attracted traditional rulers, political leaders, senior Customs officers, community stakeholders, family members, friends and associates. ‎ ‎Oba Ogunwusi said President Tinubu’s public expression of satisfaction with Adeniyi’s performance reflected confidence in his leadership and the results being achieved by the Service. ‎ ‎“We are very proud of him and the work he is doing. When Mr President publicly expressed...