Day: April 22, 2025

NAHCON sets to begin Airlift of Pilgrims May 9, assures of Hitch-Free 2025 Hajj

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced that the airlift of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj will begin on May 9, 2025, with comprehensive arrangements already in place to ensure a smooth and successful pilgrimage.   The assurance was given on Tuesday after the NAHCON board met with Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to brief him on the state of preparedness for the 2025 Hajj operations.   Addressing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner in charge of Operations, Inspectorate & Licensing, Prince Anofi…

Nigeria Customs Generates N1.75 Trillion in Q1 2025, Records 29.96% Revenue Growth – CG Adeniyi

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a total revenue generation of ₦1.75 trillion for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 29.96% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This milestone was disclosed by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, during a press briefing at the Service’s headquarters in Abuja on Monday, April 22, 2025. The revenue performance, which exceeded the quarterly target of ₦1.645 trillion by ₦106.5 billion, was attributed to the impact of ongoing reforms introduced by the current administration under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…

Beyond the Vatican Walls: Pope Francis’s Global Campaign for Peace By Afolabi Olajuwon

Emporium Reporters

Since his election in 2013, Pope Francis has distinguished himself as a prominent advocate for global peace and social justice. His approach echoes across religious and national boundaries, prompting dialogue and fostering reconciliation in a world often marred by division and conflict. In my findings and research, come with me to analyse Pope Francis’s diplomatic and humanitarian efforts, highlighting notable initiatives and outcomes that exemplify his commitment to fostering peace. Pope Francis’s papacy is marked by a dedication to humility and outreach, principles rooted in his early life in Argentina.…

NITDA to hold First-Ever Startup Consultative Forum April 28

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced that the first-ever meeting of the Startup Consultative Forum will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, in Abuja.   The initiative mark a significant milestone in the government’s drive to deepen engagement with stakeholders in Nigeria’s dynamic startup ecosystem.   In a statement signed by Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations, the agency said the Forum is designed to provide a collaborative platform for startup founders, innovators, ecosystem enablers, and intermediaries to contribute meaningfully to national…