Day: December 24, 2024

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his 2024 Christmas message, has called on Nigerians to embrace the season’s essence of love, peace, and unity while reflecting on the birth of Jesus Christ. The President described Christmas as a celebration that transcends religion, embodying the triumph of light over darkness and providing hope for all.   Expressing sadness over recent tragic events, including the stampedes in Ibadan, Okija, and Abuja, President Tinubu offered prayers and condolences to the victims and their families.   “We earnestly pray that such misfortunes do not revisit…

As Christians around the world celebrate Christmas, the Governor of Edo State, Dr. Felix Okpebholo, has urged believers to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ, including love, peace, and sacrifice.   In a message delivered through his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, the Governor congratulated Christians in Edo State and beyond on witnessing another yuletide season. He encouraged them to use the period for sober reflection and spiritual renewal while fostering harmonious coexistence with adherents of other faiths.   “We must extend the hands of love and fellowship to our…

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill of N675 billion into law. Tagged ‘Budget of Renewed Hope for a Rising Edo’, the budget aims to rejuvenate the state’s economy and deliver democratic dividends to its people.   The signing ceremony took place at the Government House in Benin City on Monday, shortly after the bill was passed by the Edo State House of Assembly.   In his remarks, Governor Okpebholo described the budget as a tool for economic revival, stressing its focus on capital expenditure.…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced significant reforms as part of its 2025 Enforcement Strategy, aimed at modernising border management, combating smuggling, and promoting legitimate trade. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed the Service’s plans to streamline operations by reducing customs checkpoints nationwide. This move is expected to ease the movement of goods and persons while enhancing operational efficiency through intelligence-driven frameworks and advanced technologies, including geospatial tools. In a bold step towards reform, the NCS also announced the dissolution of the Joint Border Patrol Team…