The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Adewale Adeniyi, said yesterday the federal government has reduced the import tariffs on used vehicles from 15 per cent to five and on brand-new vehicles from 20 per cent to 10. Adeniyi spoke when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on C…

…that the move could compromise patient safety and the quality of rehabilitation services in Nigeria. The specialists argued that physiotherapy is a highly specialised healthcare profession that requires comprehensive university-level training to assess, diagnose, and manage patients with physical impairments and disabi…

…mostly low income earners, emerging real estate market industry experts under the auspices of Association of Housing Corporations of Nigeria (AHCN), are calling for urgent scalable solutions to meet the rising housing demand of the people. They also suggested brilliant solutions to enhance homeownership among Nigerians…

Through climate-smart investments and sustainable practices, Nigeria can create jobs, strengthen resilience, attract investment and secure long-term prosperity for future generations," he said. Also, the Country Head, Aggregates and Concrete, HBM Nigeria Plc, Emmanuel Ilaboya, highlighted the growing pressures shaping…

…combines improved cassava varieties, mechanised farming systems, modern agronomic practices and farmer capacity-building programmes to enhance agricultural output. The collaboration further underscores the expanding agricultural partnership between China and African countries while complementing Nigeria's drive to mode…

…are characterised by transparency in decision-making, accountability in public service, and respect for the rule of law, merit-based appointments, professional competence, ethical leadership and continuous innovation. "Whenever these principles are weakened, institutions lose credibility and development slows. "Institu…

…expansion and national prosperity. According to the organiser of the show, the choice of Oyedele as the keynote speaker reflects the growing recognition that sustainable housing delivery requires sound fiscal policies, innovative financing mechanisms, tax reforms and a conducive investment environment. "The housing sec…

…advantage, the proposal reflects the realities confronting modern Air Navigation Service Providers worldwide. Aviation has evolved into one of the most technology-driven industries on earth. Consequently, the agencies responsible for managing national airspace now operate some of the most sophisticated and capital-inte…

…In most cases, the chief of staff organises the itineraries of these key political office holders and their political kinsmen. More importantly, this officer determines who gets access to the principal officers; this is where the critical questions begin to develop the legendary k-leg. If you expect Long Range to serve…

…by weak coordination and inadequate infrastructure planning. Chief Technology Officer at FiberOne, Adetola Akinmade, called for telecom infrastructure to be formally treated as a national asset and proposed the establishment of a "Digital Utility Corridor" to standardise fibre deployment alongside other public utilitie…

…the anniversary, while two other industrial projects - a beer factory and a fruit juice processing plant - await commissioning. He also said First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu commissioned 10 urban renewal roads executed by his administration during her visit. Alia said the meeting gave him the opportunity to update the…

…further claimed that supporters of former Kano State governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso had voiced opposition to any political partnership between their leader and Obi. "This is what people in Kano are telling Kwankwaso now. They say they have always supported him and will continue to do so if he contests for president, but…

…by the Central Bank of Nigeria have continued strengthening market transparency and price discovery. "The recent appreciation reflects improving foreign exchange liquidity and increased confidence in the official market. "The consistency of recent gains suggests that current monetary and foreign exchange reforms are be…

…Conference Centre, Abuja, will be held under the theme, “From Local Pharmacy Practice to Global Impact: Managing Complex Political Systems.” Organisers said the week-long event would focus on strengthening collaboration among government, healthcare professionals and development partners to address challenges affecting…

…the development to the administration of President Bola Tinubu and the support of the Office of the National Security Adviser. Otuaro made the remarks while declaring open the sixth batch of the two-day Leadership, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation Training for PAP stakeholders at the Nigerian Army Resource…

…for safety, taking refuge in the bushes. When contacted, spokesperson of the State Police Command, Blessing Agabe, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, confirmed the incident. She stated, "I can confirm the incident. Two persons were killed in the attack. Investigation is ongoing to ascertain the motive behind the at…

A former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, has said the Nigeria Police Force is poorly funded, understaffed and ill-equipped, arguing that this is the reason for growing calls for the establishment of state police. Okiro made the remarks while featuring on Channels Television's Politics Today on Monday. "Nigeria…

…Governor for his transformative programmes and prayed for his continuous success in office and the party's success at the polls next year. “The forecourt of my palace has been filled up with your supporters since the morning. Is today the voting day or you only came for familiarisation? I pray to God that whatever step…

…to Alhaji Jakande's legacy, which embodies dedication to journalism, governance, and service to Nigeria." It added: “The Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture continues to serve as a platform for thought leadership, policy debate, and national introspection, while keeping alive the standard Jakande set in journalism and publ…

…said the party had screened about 2,500 aspirants who sought to contest different offices under its platform, adding that certificates of return had already been issued to the successful candidates, while the approved list had been forwarded to INEC. “There is nothing unusual about replacing the name of a candidate. If…

…National Electoral Commission has partnered with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to train its staff on promoting integrity and preventing corruption ahead of the 2027 General Election. The two-day Anti-Corruption Education and Sensitisation Workshop, themed "Corruption-Free Elect…

…speeding, dangerous driving, driver fatigue, poor tyre maintenance and the illegal practice of conveying passengers alongside goods. In a statement on Monday by the Corps Public Education Officer, Deputy Corps Commander Osondu Ohaeri, the FRSC said it sympathised with the families of the victims and wished those receiv…

The Kano State Police Command has impounded 81 vehicles found plying roads with covered number plates, defaced registration numbers or no registration at all, warning that the owners and drivers will face prosecution. The state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, disclosed this while briefing journalists on Monday,…

…who represented the President at the ceremony. He said a beer factory and a fruit juice factory among the commissioned projects were still awaiting commissioning. The First Lady had also commissioned 10 urban renewal road projects during the period, he added. The governor explained, "We came to thank him for showing up…

…His administration is threatening Brazil with new tariffs over alleged unfair trade practices. Last year, Trump’s administration hit Brazil with steep tariffs over a coup trial against the now-jailed Jair Bolsonaro, 71. However, the duties were lifted after a meeting between Lula and Trump. Last month Lula warned Trump…