The Borno/Yobe Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 180 bags of psychoactive substances and a consignment of endangered wildlife in separate anti-smuggling operations in Borno. Customs Area Controller (CAC) Idris Abdullahi briefed journalists at the Command Headquarters in Maiduguri, revealing that the first interception occurred on April 15 along Kano Road following credible intelligence. Operatives intercepted a vehicle carrying 180 bags of a psychoactive substance known locally as Akuskura. “Each bag contained about 500 bottles, totaling approximately 90,000 bottles. The substances were concealed in sacks and disguised as general merchandise to evade detection,” Abdullahi said. In…
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The National Library of Nigeria, Kaduna branch, in collaboration with the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), held a community outreach on Thursday to commemorate International World Book and Copyright Day. The event, themed “Read Your Way,” welcomed teachers and students from both private and public secondary schools. Head of Branch, Mrs. Egwuibe Martina, encouraged students to read while respecting copyright by purchasing original books and avoiding pirated copies. She emphasized the importance of transforming reading from a duty into a delight and teaching students the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). READ ALSO: Kaduna gov lauded for boosting education…
The Lagos State Ministry of Health has trained Disease Surveillance and Notification Officers (DSNOs) to strengthen the state’s capacity for early detection, reporting, and response to public health threats. Permanent Secretary Dr. Dayo Lajide on Thursday emphasized the importance of maximizing in-person training opportunities despite funding and logistical constraints. The training, themed “From Data to Action: Hands-on Surveillance Evaluation Using Case-Based Approaches,” brought together frontline surveillance officers, public health experts, laboratory scientists, and development partners to enhance skills in real-time data use and coordinated response. Describing the theme as apt, Lajide noted that the shift from data collection to actionable…
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has reaffirmed its commitment to nation-building as it inducted 109 new members and fellows during the ongoing Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW 2026) in Kaduna. The President of NIPR, Dr. Ike Neliaku, stated on the sidelines of the event that the institute would continue to support initiatives that strengthen national development. Neliaku revealed that the Global Alliance for Public Relations and Communication recently recognized NIPR for maintaining its reputation as a core asset. He added that the institute has also developed one of the most robust global frameworks for measuring reputation, emphasizing the…
The Airtel Africa Foundation has opened applications for its DigiLeap Tech Drive, a digital skills programme aimed at training 200 young women to boost inclusion in the technology sector. Dr. Segun Ogunsanya, Chairman of the Airtel Africa Foundation, announced this on Thursday in Lagos. Ogunsanya said the initiative, delivered through Airtel Nigeria in partnership with the Ishk Tolaram Foundation and Co-Creation Hub (CcHub), seeks to bridge the gender gap in the digital economy. He added that the programme equips underserved young women with industry-standard technical and digital literacy skills at no cost. “Our mission at the Airtel Africa Foundation is…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released a draft of its revised Guide to Charges by Banks and Other Financial Institutions, 2026, introducing fee caps and stricter disclosure requirements to improve transparency across the banking system. In a circular dated April 21, 2026, and signed by the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, Dr. Rita Sike, the apex bank said the updated framework is part of broader efforts to strengthen financial stability, deepen financial inclusion, and accelerate the adoption of digital financial services. The CBN noted that the revised guide reflects a policy shift toward a more…
A recent poll placing Michael Abayomi Adeyanju—popularly known as Imole—at a striking 90 per cent approval rating has ignited conversations across Ondo State about his rising political capital and viability as a senatorial contender for Ondo North. Such an overwhelming figure, though still within the realm of opinion polling, points to a broader narrative: the emergence of a candidate whose appeal cuts across professional, economic, and grassroots constituencies. Adeyanju, a registered engineer and accomplished entrepreneur, has steadily built a profile that extends beyond boardroom success. His involvement in enterprise development and job creation has reportedly contributed to local economic activity,…
At least 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to work-related risks, according to a new International Labour Organisation (ILO) report. The study identifies long working hours, job insecurity, workplace harassment, and bullying as key hazards. It emphasizes that how jobs are designed, organized, and managed significantly affects workers’ health and safety. Titled “The Psychosocial Working Environment: Global Developments and Pathways for Action”, the report links these risks to rising rates of cardiovascular disease and mental disorders, including suicide. Researchers analyzed job demands, responsibilities, organization, management practices, and workplace policies, including performance and reward systems and rules against…
Michael David, Executive Director of the Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP), said on Wednesday that banning solar imports would be counterproductive given Nigeria’s current manufacturing capacity. Speaking through Ms. Dorcas Nicanor, Assistant Programme Manager at GIFSEP, David made the remarks in Abuja at a media roundtable on Strengthening Media Capacity for Informed Energy Reporting. The government had announced in March 2025 plans to phase out solar panel imports to promote local manufacturing, citing over N200 billion spent on imports. David said, “Banning solar imports at this stage would be counterproductive, especially given Nigeria’s limited local manufacturing…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike-backed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has released its timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general election. In a timetable issued on Wednesday in Abuja by the party’s National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, the cost of the presidential expression of interest and nomination forms was set at N51 million. The nomination forms for governorship were pegged at N31 million, Senate at N7 million, House of Representatives at N4 million, and House of Assembly at N3 million. Female aspirants are required to pay only the expression of interest fee, fixed at N1…