A Port Harcourt church faces backlash after allegedly denying groomsmen and a lady entry to a wedding over their braided hair and attire. The guests spent N185k on suits. Read the full story and public reactions.
Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency pledges to improve ease of doing business and tackle negative perceptions to attract investments. Key stakeholders call for protection of existing businesses.
Analysis reveals the proposed Customs, Excise and Tariff Amendment Bill lacks Nigeria-specific evidence, risks 1.5 million jobs, and contradicts fiscal stability goals. Lawmakers urged to pause for broader consultation.
Nigeria Customs Service Ogun 1 Command intercepts drugs, rice, and petrol worth over N2bn, handing cannabis to NDLEA. Acting CAC Oladapo Afeni vows continued vigilance.
Nigeria's aviation safety gets a major boost as NCAA certifies Mallam Aminu Kano and Port Harcourt international airports. Read about the rigorous process and what it means for passengers and investors.
Nigeria Customs Service deploys new tracking technology nationwide, intercepts 20 containers worth N769.5m in Kano. Read how tech is fighting economic sabotage.
Ondo State secures revalidated licence for its deep-sea port, a major hub set to serve Nigeria and West Africa with 18-metre depth for large vessels. Read more.
The Nigeria Customs Service warns designated banks over delayed remittance of collected revenue. Defaulters face a penalty interest of 3% above NIBOR. Details inside.
The Nigeria Customs Service announces a 3% penalty for banks delaying stamp duty remittances. Defaulters risk public exposure and deactivation from the B'odogwu platform. Read the full details.
Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun intercepts heroin, cannabis, spaghetti, and oil worth billions in major crackdown. Read details of the intelligence-led operations.
The Nigeria Customs Service has graduated 100 middle cadre officers from its Command and Staff College to enhance leadership and service delivery. Read about the ceremony and the Service's modernization agenda.
A Nigerian lady left stunned after her commercial bike rider sends a WhatsApp voice note proposing a secret romantic relationship. The viral TikTok post has ignited a firestorm of mixed reactions online.
Gunmen attacked Ora community on the Osun-Kwara border, kidnapping retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi and killing a chief. Police have intensified search efforts. Read the full story.
Panic in Ora community as gunmen abduct retired Customs officer Emmanuel Owolabi, killing a local chief. Police confirm incident and intensify bush combing operations. #OsunSecurity #Kidnapping
The Guardian's Ann Godwin wins NMMA Female Reporter and DMOMA Personality of the Year for an investigation that forced government action at UPTH. Read her impactful story.
Alesa community in Rivers State inaugurates a Land Development Committee to combat land grabbing and fraudulent sales, backed by the state government and traditional ruler. This new system aims to protect investors and ensure secure land transactions.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts 25.5kg of cocaine hidden on MV San Anthonio at Apapa Port. The vessel, which sailed from Brazil, has been detained. Read the full details of the major drug bust.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts over 184,000 litres of PMS in Adamawa, its largest fuel seizure in the state. Operation Whirlwind makes 55 seizures, combating economic sabotage.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts smuggled fuel worth N181.6 million near Cameroon border in eight weeks. ACG Kolapo Oladeji warns smugglers face life imprisonment. NNPCL also announces another petrol price cut.
The Shippers Association of Lagos State warns illegal checkpoints and overlapping levies are pushing businesses out. Customs promises the National Single Window will fix delays by 2026. Read more.
FRSC confirms two fatalities and nine injuries in a major pile-up involving 11 vehicles on the Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway. Rescue operations coordinated by multiple agencies.
A horrific multi-vehicle crash involving trailers, buses, and cars on the Enugu-Port Harcourt highway near Gariki Market has resulted in significant casualties. Read the full report on the tragic incident and rescue efforts.
Algerian & Nigerian customs pledge stronger collaboration on training, modernization & trade facilitation. Delegation from Nigeria studies Algeria's oil export procedures to boost efficiency.
A Nigerian woman shares tragic story of her brother dying just four days after their father's burial. She warns others to critically examine cultural traditions.
A University of Port Harcourt student has been sentenced to death for the murder and dismemberment of his girlfriend. Justice delivered in Rivers State High Court.
Kano Free Trade Zone reports N18.8 billion revenue from Jan-Oct 2025, signaling growth in Nigeria's non-oil sector. Discover how this achievement boosts economic diversification.
China pledges technical support for Nigeria's port automation, offering expertise from 52 automated ports. Partnership includes maritime training and digital infrastructure development.
The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted $2.2 million in undeclared cash from major airports between January and July 2025. Discover how this strengthens border security.
The Nigeria Customs Service mandates drug tests for all new recruits and serving officers to ensure operational integrity and a drug-free institution. Read the full details.
Chief Ikenna Okafor reveals plans to grow the CIO Golf Classics into a major tourism driver for Nigeria, with prize money increasing to N100 million. Discover how golf can transform the economy.