From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to facilitating legitimate trade and supporting compliant businesses, assuring Renaissance Africa Energy Limited of the Service’s continued partnership in promoting investment, energy security, and national economic growth. According to a statement issued in Abuja, Adeniyi gave the assurance during a courtesy visit by the management of Renaissance Africa Energy Limited, led by its Vice President of Production, Meshack Maichibi, to the NCS Headquarters in Abuja. Congratulating Renaissance Africa on the successful completion of its corporate transition, the CGC said…
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By Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit the names and personal particulars of their candidates for the 2027 Presidential and National Assembly elections to midnight on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The Commission announced the extension in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Mohammed Kudu Haruna, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee. Haruna said the previous deadline, which was fixed for Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the Revised Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election, had been shifted following…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Secretary of the Niger Delta Activists Forum (NDAF), Comrade Ogar Emmanuel Oko, has called on the management of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) to urgently strengthen security measures following a series of reported thefts and break-ins in female hostels. In a statement made available to journalists in Calabar, Oko expressed concern over the growing insecurity on campus, particularly in the female hostels, where criminals have allegedly been gaining access to students’ rooms and stealing valuables. “The recent spate of thefts and break-ins at the University of Calabar, particularly in the female hostels, has become…
By Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing technical support and deepening collaboration with the Industrial Injuries Compensation Fund (IICF) of the Social Security and Housing Finance Corporation (SSHFC) of The Gambia to strengthen social protection and workers’ welfare across West Africa. The assurance was given by the Managing Director and Chief Executive of NSITF, Barr. Oluwaseun Faleye, during the closing ceremony of a one-week study tour by the Gambian delegation in Abuja. Represented by the Executive Director (Administration), Barr. Samaila Abdu, Faleye said the partnership between the two institutions would…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar Cross River State Governor, Bassey Edet Otu, has declared that the state is entering a new era of restoration, economic recovery and renewed opportunities following the successful recovery of several strategic state investments and assets previously considered lost. Governor Otu made the declaration during the quarterly Solemn Assembly held in Calabar, where political leaders, clerics and residents gathered to pray for the peace, unity and prosperity of Cross River State. Conveying the goodwill of the First Lady, Bishop Mrs. Eyoanwan Bassey Otu, the governor commended religious leaders for sustaining the vision of the Solemn Assembly,…
By Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Niger Delta Post Newspaper, a prominent publication based in Akwa Ibom State, has returned to print, with its management announcing a transition to weekly publication every Monday. In a statement made available to our correspondent in Calabar, the Special Assistant on Media to the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Ekaette Okon Joseph, expressed excitement over the newspaper’s return. “We are excited to announce our transition to a Monday publication. “Our latest edition is now available, marking a renewed commitment to delivering credible journalism, in-depth analysis, exclusive reports, and stories that matter to the people of…
Daga Shu’aibu Ibrahim, Gusau Gwamnan Jihar Zamfara, Dauda Lawal, ya kaddamar da Masana’antar Hakar Ma’adinai da Sarrafa Lithium ta Zamfara, wadda aka gina kan jarin dala miliyan 200 a Kauyen Boko, Karamar Hukumar Zurmi. Da yake jawabi yayin bikin kaddamar da masana’antar a ranar Asabar, Gwamna Lawal ya jaddada cewa ana samun ci gaba mai dorewa ne idan aka sarrafa albarkatun kasa cikin gaskiya da rikon amana, tare da samar da yanayi mai kyau ga masu zuba jari domin gudanar da ayyukansu cikin alhaki. Masana’antar, wadda aka kafa ta hanyar hadin gwiwa tsakanin ZAM Mining Company Ltd, Bima Mines Ltd,…
By Shafi’u Yahaya The leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Shahuci Ward, Kano Municipal Local Government Area, has reaffirmed its decision to expel Hajiya Naja’atu Muhammad from the party, insisting that the resolution adopted by the Ward Executive Committee remains valid, binding, and fully in force. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ward leadership said Naja’atu Muhammad should immediately stop presenting herself as a leader, member, or representative of the ADC in any official capacity. It warned that any continued attempt to speak or act on behalf of the party despite the ward’s decision would compel the…
From Umar Danladi Ado, Sokoto The First Lady of Sokoto State, Hajiya Fatima Ahmed Aliyu, has flagged off the distribution of cash assistance and food items to women and vulnerable groups across the state. Speaking at the ceremony on Saturday, the First Lady reaffirmed the commitment of Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration to improving the welfare and livelihoods of less privileged residents. She said the intervention was designed to provide immediate relief to vulnerable households while also giving beneficiaries startup capital to establish small businesses, become self-reliant and improve their standard of living. According to her, the programme is one of…
By Christiana Gokyo, Jos The Plateau State Government has officially flagged off the distribution of 500 truckloads of subsidised fertiliser for the 2026 farming season as part of efforts to boost agricultural production and strengthen food security across the state. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang performed the flag-off ceremony on Friday in Jos South Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving the livelihoods of farmers and developing the agricultural sector. Mutfwang described agriculture as the backbone of Plateau State’s economy and urged residents not to be discouraged by prevailing security challenges. “The fact that we are going to farm…