Day: December 10, 2024

Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), has called for urgent reforms to foster patriotism and establish a cohesive national identity among Nigerians. Speaking at a Town Hall Meeting and media parley held in Abuja on Tuesday, the DG outlined a comprehensive National Identity Project aimed at reshaping the values and character of the nation.   The project, endorsed by the National Executive Council (NEC), includes initiatives such as the National Values Charter, The Nigerian Promise, Citizens’ Codes, and the 7 for 7 Initiative, which identifies…

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has honored the publisher of SINL Nigeria Online, Saminu Ibrahim, with the prestigious 2024 Media Award. The award was presented during a grand ceremony held at the commission’s headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday, as part of activities marking International Human Rights Day (IHRD).   This year’s theme, “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now,” underscored the urgency of addressing human rights issues globally. The event also served as the highpoint of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign that started…

On December 5, 2024, the Imo/Abia Customs Area Command organized a grand retirement ceremony to honor Comptroller E. Luka (Rtd) as he officially bowed out of active service.   The event, held at the command headquarters in Owerri, celebrated Compt. Luka’s eight months, one week, and four days of impactful leadership as the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Imo/Abia Area Command. In his speech, the Public Relations Officer, SC NO Aligwekwe, highlighted the CAC’s tenure, which began on March 27, 2024. He expressed appreciation for the outgoing CAC’s unwavering…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) showcased its commitment to interagency collaboration with the premiere of the film Beyond the Badge on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Silverbird Cinema in Kaduna. The event brought together representatives from various sister agencies, highlighting the importance of teamwork in safeguarding Nigeria’s borders and combating smuggling. Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Adekunle Oloyede, represented by Deputy Comptroller Amwe Aku, emphasized that the film reflects the NCS’s innovation-driven leadership under the Comptroller-General of Customs. He noted that the production underscores the vital partnerships between the NCS and…

The National Orientation Agency NOA today unveiled a nationwide sensitization campaign aimed at tackling key issues affecting Nigeria’s growth and development. Themed “Promoting Awareness, Ethical Values, and National Development,” the initiative seek to educate citizens on tax reforms, public health, security awareness, and ethical values while fostering unity and collective action.   Speaking at the event, NOA Director-General, Mallam Lanre Isa-Onilu, represented by Mrs. Agbanusi Ijeoma, emphasized the need for a more informed and ethical society to drive sustainable development.   At the heart of the campaign were sweeping tax…