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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has highlighted the strategic role of communication in advancing institutional reforms, trade facilitation, revenue generation and stakeholder engagement, with particular emphasis on its B’Odogwu digital modernisation platform. The National Public Relations Officer of the Service, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, stated this on Wednesday, 2  September 2026, while representing the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, at the 13th Annual Conference of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN) held at the National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja. Maiwada stressed that communication was indispensable to the effective implementation of the Service’s mandate, noting that technological and institutional reforms could only achieve their intended objectives when properly communicated to stakeholders. “Our critical role in trade facilitation, revenue generation and anti-smuggling cannot be eff...

After an eight years legal battle, the Nigeria Customs Service, Niger/Kogi Area Command, on 2 September 2026, formally handed over seized ammunition comprising of 7,560 packages containing 189,000 cartridges to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW).  The handover ceremony, which was held at the Niger/Kogi Area Command, Minna, was conducted by the Customs Area Controller of the command, Comptroller Mohammed Sani Umar, mni, who represented the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, dsm, fnipr, psc(+). The ammunition, according to a Press Release signed and issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Command,  Assistant Superintendent of Customs I, ASC1 Abubakar Abdulkareem Zakariya onn behalf of the Customs Area Controller was intercepted on 18 June 2018 by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service during an operation that underscored their vigilance and commitment to preventing the illicit movement of arms and ammuni...

The FedeThe Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), has intercepted narcotics and pharmaceutical products and other goods which has a combined street value of N3.951billion with 3 suspects aarressted in connection with the seizures. Speaking during the handover ceremony, held at the Unit's headquarters in Ikeja earlier today, 3rd of September, 2926, the Area Controller of FOU Zone A, Comptroller Gambo Aliyu, said the seizures demonstrated the unit’s commitment to protecting national security, public health and the economic well-being of Nigerians.  Giving an insight insight on the seizures, the Area Controller said his men intercepted 5,669 parcels and 19 sacks of synthetic strain of Cannabis Sativa weighing 3,116.9kg, alongside other cannabis products and one wrap of Crystal Methamphetamine weighing 0.35kg. Other narcotics seized included 49 wraps of Cannabis (Skunk) weighing 26.1kg, 3½ packs of ground Cannabis (Skunk) weighing 3.45kg, two 5 o...

L-R: Head alpher, Union Bank of Nigeria, Mrs. Aderonke Chukwudeme; Founder, Bequeenz Beauty, Ms. Esther Harmony Elois; Founder, Atas Nutraboom Nutrition, Ms Oluwakemi Olaniyan; Founder, Gadesh & Co Nigeria Limited; Ms. Abojukoro Ganiyat Adeshola; Head SME Banking, Union Bank of Nigeria, Mrs. Gloria Omereonye, and Founder, Zuri Circle Network, Ms. Linda Obi during the Bank’s presentation of grants to business pitch winners at the Fearless Female Founders (FFF) 2.0 programme at Vibranium Valley, Local Airport Road, Ikeja, Lagos recently A lpher, Union Bank of Nigeria’s dedicated proposition for women, has partnered with Zuri Circle Network (ZCN) to empower 98 female entrepreneurs through the Fearless Female Founders (FFF) 2.0 Accelerator Programme. The initiative was designed to bridge the gap between women-led businesses and access to capital, business knowledge, mentorship and opportunities for sustainable growth. The programme attracted 2,810 applications from women entrepreneur...

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...