Agents fault FG’s Green Tax on imported vehicles, demand suspension
By Godwin Oritse The Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) has called on the Federal Government (FG) to suspend the implementation of the Green Tax Policy, scheduled to take off from July 1st, 2026, citing inadequate stakeholder engagement by the implementing agency, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The association argued that key stakeholders, particularly licensed […]
Foursquare women urge unwavering faith at June rally
…As 25 women receive skills, grants, women’s quarters project takes centre stage By Ebunoluwa Sessou The National President of Foursquare Women International (FWI), Elder Margaret Udoh, has called on Christian women to remain steadfast in their faith and trust in God’s power to overcome life’s challenges, declaring that “the finger of God” remains the ultimate […]
Arthur Eze awards scholarships to 50 indigent Northwest University students
By Matilda Ikediobi Industrialist and Chairman of Oranto Petroleum Ltd, Prince (Engr.) Arthur Eze, OFR, has instituted a scholarship programme for 50 indigent but academically outstanding students of Northwest University Sokoto (NWUS), beginning from the 2026/2027 academic session. According to a statement issued by the university’s Director of Communications, Public Affairs and Protocol, Abdallah Elkurebe, […]
Ex-British boxing champion, Oboh mourns Gary Leonard
“King Charles III to encourage, and mobilise, more funds for cancer research in Britain and the world at large”
FG, Singapore partner to retrain technical college teachers
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Federal Government has commenced an intensive capacity-building programme for technical college teachers in partnership with Singapore’s Institute of Technical Education Services (ITES), as part of efforts to transform Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) into a practical, industry-driven system capable of meeting Nigeria’s growing demand for skilled manpower. The […]
Foundation hosts luncheon profers panacea to poverty
…Council Boss lauds Initiative By Ebunoluwa Sessou The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government Comrade Akeem Dauda, AKOD, has lauded the great humanitarian feat of the Heart of Gold Support & Care Initiative, HOGSCI and Patrick Ejedawe Empowerment Foundation, describing it as a cause worthy of emulation by well meaning Nigerians. Dauda made this submission […]
ERA launches 20-country environmental rights case studies
The Environmental Rights in Africa (ERA) Coalition will officially launch a 20-country Environmental Rights Case Study on 1 July 2026, marking a significant development in efforts to strengthen environmental rights, environmental governance, and environmental justice across Africa. Supported by the Open Society Foundations (OSF), the case studies form part of ERA’s five-year strategic program to […]
NIPHID bill will boost Nigeria’s health security, not duplicate NCDC — Don
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo A fresh push for the establishment of the National Institute of Public Health and Infectious Diseases (NIPHID), Zaria, gained momentum as health experts urged the National Assembly to pass the enabling bill, insisting that the proposed institute would complement, rather than duplicate, the functions of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and […]
Paraguay beat Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Paraguay stunned Germany in a penalty shootout on Monday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup.
Dotun Popoola Showcases ‘The Swift Ascendant’ at Reclaimed Beauty Exhibition in Abuja
By Josephine AgbonkheseAs Nigeria grapples with the pressing issues of youth unemployment and economic instability, artist Dotun Popoola has taken a commendable and proactive stance through his groundbreaking exhibition, “Reclaimed Beauty.” This initiative is not merely a showcase of artistic talent; it serves as a clarion call for the nation’s youth to engage actively in […]
NCDMB, AFN Global Services train 50 Rivers youths on DSTV, CCTV, Starlink installation
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, NCDMB, has partnered with AFN Global Services Limited to launch a 10-day technical training for 50 youths in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, to boost jobs in Nigeria’s growing tech and security services sector. The programme, which commenced on June 29 and will run till July 10, 2026, focuses […]
