Month: November 2024

CAC partners CBN to enhance regulatory and compliance drive among MDAs

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have agreed to strengthen their collaboration in the exercise of compliance and regulatory functions among MDAs. This indication was given today during a courtesy call on the Registrar-General/CEO of the Corporate Affairs Commission, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji in Abuja by a team from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Led by Mr. Kofo Salam-Alade, Director Legal, the team underscored the Commission’s contribution to the country’s economy, particularly compliance, enforcement, and regulatory duties. He stressed that the visit was aimed at,…

Gov Okpebholo approves free bus services for three Senatorial Districts

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has approved free bus services for the people of the State through the State-owned Edo City Transport Service (ECTS). The initiative according to the state government was part of Governor Okpebholo administration’s drive to entrench his policy direction, “A NEW EDO HAS RISEN”. The free bus service which covered Benin metropolis and the three Senatorial districts of Edo State (Intra and Inter city routes), is part of the commitment of Governor Okpebholo to enhance the welfare of all Edo people. “The bus services will…

Customs CG unveils Sports Arena at MMAC …… Highlights importance of Physical fitness for Customs Officers

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art sports arena at the Murtala Muhammed Area Command (MMAC) to enhance the physical and mental well-being of customs officers. The multi-purpose court was officially unveiled on Tuesday, 26 November 2024. Speaking at the event, the CGC expressed his delight at having the arena named in his honour. He commended the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Michael Awe, and his team for their initiative, as well as stakeholders whose support and generosity made the project possible. The CGC remarked, “Everywhere…

Nigeria Customs recovers High-value stolen vehicles, hands over to Canadian Authority

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted and recovered several high-value stolen vehicles allegedly originating from Canada, worth billions of naira. The service also intercepted arms and ammunition inside a commercial bus coming from Aba in Abia State to Lagos. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this during a press briefing on Tuesday, 26 November 2024 at the Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘A’ in Lagos. He noted that the recovered vehicles, which included 3 2021 Toyota Highlanders, one Mercedes-Benz G550, Range Rover Sport, one Mercedes-AMG GT with Lamborghini…

From Imamship to Royalty,by Ustaz Yunus Salahudeen Anda

Emporium Reporters

Alhaji Abubakar(Onizeiza of Ebiraland)Ibn Imam AbdulRahim Ibn Imam Yahaya Tajudeen and Alhaji Muhammad(Odeyani Anabira of Orozo-Abuja) Ibn Salahudeen Ibn Yakubu Anda are two illustrious sons of Sheikh Tajudeen Descendant. “Masha’Allah, the two sons of our beloved Imam have grown into exemplary individuals, embodying the values of leadership, compassion, and wisdom. Their attainment of royalty in our community is a testament to their exceptional character, dedication, and commitment to serving others. May Allah (SWT) continue to guide and bless them as they navigate their roles, using their positions to uplift and…

Tinubu felicitates with Atiku Abubakar@78

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the Occasion of his 78th birthday.   In a congratulatory message signed by Sunday Dare,Special Adviser to the President on Media & Communications, President Tinubu said the former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 presidential election has been an active player in Nigeria’s democratic process since the return to civilian rule in 1999.   The President recalled many special moments shared with Wazirin Adamawa as founding members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), united in the…

Bill to establish Federal University of Agriculture Kura passes second reading in Senate

Emporium Reporters

By James Isaac, Abuja   The Senator who represents Kano Central in the Red Chamber, Senator Rufai Hanga has stated that, Kano have been endowed with a lot of natural resources that if well harnessed can feed the Nation and beyond.   The Senator said there was no state in Nigeria that has more dams than Kano State, which when properly utilised will feed the Nation all year round.   This he said while leading the debate on a bill for an act to establish the federal university of agriculture…

SGBV: Why Imaan is Advocating Life Sentence for Offenders, By Abubakar Yusuf

Abubakar Yusuf

For this year’s 16 Days Global Activism Against Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) to protect womanhood, stakeholders have gathered to mark the event at the national, and sub national levels all geared towards given adequate protection and attention against domestic violence of all forms , shapes and dimensions.   The 2024 program tagged “No Excuse ” was an opportunity to review and reform policies directed and domesticated against violence prone women in the society.   It was also an event by the stakeholders to welcome the new Minister of…

MEET COMPTROLLER JOSEPH F BRIGUE Rtd

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Comptroller of Customs, Pastor, and a Lawyer, Joseph F Brigue was born in Ugheli, Delta State in 1933. At the age of 14 he started his early education at Government College Ugheli and graduated in 1956. He joined the Nigeria Customs Service on the 1st of September 1956 and rose to the rank of Comptroller in 1978. The senior officer became the first Controller of the Customs Training College as the controller training and staff development. He was there when Training College was moved from Harvey Road to Ikeja.  …

Customs Comptroller General unveils newly renovated TINCAN Island Port Command Office Complex

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi today commissioned the newly renovated office complex of the Tin Can Island Port Command. In his welcome address,Customs Area Controller Tin Can Island Port Area Command Apapa,D.A Nnadi said since the inception of this Command in 1977, no major renovation has been undertaken.   He said “For decades, our officers have worked diligently within the confines of outdated infrastructure, and today, we witness a transformation that will no longer be just a reflection of the past, but a symbol of the future…