…higher collections over the years if not for government-approved duty waivers and other policy interventions. According to him, one of the major factors affecting Customs revenue is the Import Duty Exemption Certificate policy introduced in March 2020. He said, “IDEC approvals reached about ₦34 trillion in 2025, 60 per…
…exceptional leadership, steadfast support, and commitment to providing the resources and policy direction that continue to strengthen Operation Whirlwind across all operational zones. Aliyu maintained that the interception of the PMS products serves as a clear warning to all individuals and criminal syndicates involved…
…commend the authorities for listening to the widespread public outcry and suspending the policy, it must be said that the fee was an unnecessary burden that should never have been introduced at this time of great hardship, when we should be doing everything possible to invest in basic education and reduce the millions…
…career in the upper chamber, where he was widely known as a leading voice on foreign policy and national defense. He consistently advocated for robust American military presence abroad, maintaining strong stances on interventions in the Middle East and championing recent legislative efforts to fund Ukrainian defense fo…
…repealing the 2007 legislation. The new law reinforces the “One Person, One Identity” policy by making the National Identification Number the country’s foundational identity credential for accessing government and essential private services, including banking, passport applications, tax administration, pensions, land t…
…fees and sweeping reforms across Nigeria's education sector. Sowore, who shared the policy document on his verified X handle on Monday, said no child would be required to pay for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, the National Examination Council examination or any other public examination under hi…
…on Shettima.” I was going to use that established academic concept in American foreign policy studies to speculate on the electoral dangers of delaying Shettima’s re-nomination further, 42 days after Tinubu himself secured the APC ticket. I thought that for an incumbent president to leave the position of his deputy vac…
…assuming office in September 2023, CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso has led the Monetary Policy Committee through one of the most aggressive tightening cycles in Nigeria’s history, raising the Monetary Policy Rate from 18.75 per cent to a peak of 27.50 per cent through a series of hikes in 2024 aimed at curbing inflation,…
…the arrest of terrorists’ family members in line with President Bola Tinubu’s new policy of not paying ransom or negotiating with terrorists. Kidnappers’ demands The kidnappers had initially demanded the release of detained terrorist commanders, payment of ransom, two Hilux vehicles and the implementation of Sharia-rel…
…rejig aligns with Ukraine’s renewed “political strategy.” Each priority area of foreign policy will be assigned to an individual with substantial experience, Zelenesky said. The important areas include the United States-Ukraine agreements on licenses to manufacture Patriot systems, as well as the general bilateral secu…
…the government is adding to their hardship," Odiir said CERON lamented that the policy reflects a lack of understanding of the harsh economic realities facing ordinary Nigerians. "The approval of the increase in examination fees is a clear indication that those in charge of this country do not understand the magnitude…
…Council (NECO) examinations from 2027. The former vice president warned that the policy could deny millions of Nigerian children access to education, describing it as an additional financial burden on families already struggling with the country’s economic challenges. He also condemned the recent increase in fees charg…
…dealers spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. They said that the policy would reduce vehicle prices, lower business costs and benefit buyers, but noted that its overall impact would depend on other economic factors, including exchange rates. NAN recalls that the Comptroller-General of the Nigeri…
…774 local government areas. He also called for accelerated review of the National Youth Policy and sustained investment in education, skills development, healthcare and job creation to enable young Nigerians to maximise their potential. Speaking on the theme of the 2026 World Population Day, “Realising the hopes and as…
…Nigeria now has a more realistic view of active telecom participation. That matters for policy, investment, national broadband planning, infrastructure deployment, emergency response, digital identity and financial inclusion. Second, it improved commercial discipline. Operators can no longer hide behind inflated totals…
…engagement with state actors. The incoming Executive Council assumes office with a clear policy roadmap aimed at addressing the fundamental issues confronting the Nigerian education sector, including administrative bottlenecks, campus security concerns and the protection of student welfare. “Moving away from archaic me…
…support disease surveillance, monitor treatment outcomes and generate reliable data for policy decisions. “This is a model that I believe can transform cancer care across the country,” he said. Also speaking during the session, the Director of Human Health at the International Atomic Energy Agency, Austria, Dr. May Abd…
…The modern model, according to Popoola focuses on ecosystem building and coordination, policy leadership and advocacy, investment facilitation, cluster and sector development, innovation, digital transformation, and export readiness. "KASEDA must embrace the modern model to drive real economic transformation in Katsina…
…Nations and Chairman, CSO-African Countries Group of World Bank, Civil Society Policy Forum (CSPF). The post Makinde is bequeathing enduring legacies to Oyo State — Aduwo appeared first on Tribune Online.
…Service Rules and Regulations.The Lagos State Government maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption and any form of misconduct within its public service. Any officer found culpable will be subjected to the appropriate disciplinary measures as stipulated by the relevant regulations.I also wish to remind Lagosi…
…Association, NAMA has advised the Federal Government to complement its 2026 fiscal policy reforms with strong industrial protection measures, warning that tariff liberalisation without adequate safeguards could threaten investments in Nigeria's automotive manufacturing sector. In a position paper submitted to the Minis…
…review for a potential upgrade during the 2027 assessment.S&P DJI stated that sustained policy implementation and operational resilience will be key factors in determining whether Nigeria qualifies for Frontier Market status. The development follows a series of reforms spearheaded by the Securities and Exchange Commiss…
…summit focused on key industry priorities, including low-carbon construction, climate policy, financing for decarbonisation and the deployment of innovative technologies required to achieve net-zero emissions without slowing economic development. Speaking after the meeting, Pathak said Africa is uniquely positioned to…
…to improve transparency, enforcement, and market integrity," adding that consistent policy implementation and operational resilience will be critical in determining whether Nigeria qualifies for Frontier Market classification during the 2027 review. The development comes as Nigeria's capital market continues to impleme…
…lawsuit against them in court Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has claimed that Al Jazeera privately apologised to him over a controversial interview aired earlier this year, adding that the matter is now before a court in England.Speaking on The Morayo Show, Bwala said th…