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SON Backs National Single Window, Set to Transform Nigeria’s Trade Processes

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Federal Government’s initiative to deploy the National Single Window (NSW) for Trade, a strategic digital platform designed to streamline import and export processes and strengthen Nigeria’s trade environment. The National Single Window initiative, scheduled to commence operations on March 27, 2026, will […]

MWUN in Mourning Mood; Loses DPG Comrade Taofeek Dabiri

The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), under the leadership of its President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, announces with deep sorrow the passing of Comrade Taofeek Dabiri, Deputy President-General (DPG) of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) branch. Comrade Dabiri was a distinguished unionist, admired for his humility, dignity, and exemplary conduct. Known for his cheerful […]

Ogun 1 Command Intercepts ₦1.35 Billion Contraband, Artefacts

By Tunde Ojudun The Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Idiroko, has intensified its anti-smuggling operations, intercepting prohibited goods valued at over ₦1.35 billion. Among the seizures were two 19th‑century artefacts of significant cultural importance. Acting Comptroller Olukayode Afeni, addressing the press, highlighted that the command generated ₦285,652,460 in revenue during the […]

Apapa Customs Blows Off Codeine Syrup Syndicate, Seizes ₦3.398 Billion

By Tunde Ojudun The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has dismantled another smuggling attempt, intercepting 3,398 cartons (339,800 bottles) of codeine-containing syrup worth ₦3.398 billion Duty Paid Value (DPV). The operation, carried out on Sunday, 15 March 2026, came just five days after Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR PhD, visited […]

NIMASA Reaffirms Commitment to Greater Women’s Participation in Maritime Sector

By Tunde Ojudun The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusion in the maritime sector, emphasizing that sustainable progress requires the contributions of both men and women. Delivering the keynote address at NIMASA’s International Women’s Day 2026 celebration in Lagos, Director General Dr. Dayo Mobereola highlighted the vast […]

Film, Tourism: Next Major Drivers of Nigeria’s Economy, Say NFVCB, NTDA

The Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr. Shaibu Husseini, on Thursday received the management of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), led by its Director-General, Dr. Ola Awakan, during a courtesy visit to the Board’s headquarters in Abuja. According to a press statement signed by Ogbonna Onwumere, Director of […]

Film, Tourism; Next Major Drivers of Nigeria’s Economy, Say NFVCB, NTDA

The Executive Director of the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB), Dr. Shaibu Husseini, on Thursday received the management of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), led by its Director-General, Dr. Ola Awakan, during a courtesy visit to the Board’s headquarters in Abuja. According to a press statement signed by Ogbonna Onwumere, Director of […]

Oyo/Osun Customs Acting Controller Strengthens Ties with Traditional Rulers to Combat Smuggling

The Acting Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command, Deputy Comptroller Wale Adewole, on Thursday, March 12, 2026, paid courtesy visits to the Aseyin of Iseyin Land, Oba (Dr.) Sefiu Olawale Oyebola Adeyeri III, and the Soun of Ogbomosho, Oba Ghandi Olaoye. The visits, part of the Command’s stakeholder engagement strategy, sought to deepen […]