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09 Feb

Tantita Contract Row: Activist Warns Against Ethnic Politics, Defends Pipeline Surveillance Deal

Esther KomolafeBusiness

A Niger Delta activist, Comrade Preye Tambou, has urged ethnic champions and pressure groups in Delta State to reconsider their opposition to the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, warning that ethnic agitation could undermine national security and oil sector gains. Tambou defended the contract, saying it was awarded based on merit and operational competence, not ethnic considerations. He noted that Nigeria's crude oil production has improved significantly since Tantita took over pipeline surveillance duties. The activist cautioned against turning the issue into an ethnic debate, stressing that it breeds division and weakens collective security. He…

07 Feb

Transparency Triumph: Media Anti-Corruption Initiative Backs FG’s NSW Project Launch

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Media Anti-Corruption Initiative has expressed strong support for the Federal Government's announcement to launch Phase 1 of the National Single Window (NSW) Project on March 27, 2026, aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in trade. The initiative is set to revolutionize business interactions with government agencies, streamlining processes and reducing corruption opportunities. The NSW Project will create a centralized platform for managing trade-related transactions, integrating government services into a single digital interface. This will simplify documentation, expedite approvals, and foster a more accountable business environment, aligning with global best practices in governance and trade facilitation . The project is…

06 Feb

Customs Zone A Coordinator Praises Apapa Command’s Revenue Performance, Urges Integrity

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Zonal Coordinator of Zone A, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG) Mohammed Babandede, has commended the Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for its exceptional performance in revenue generation, anti-smuggling operations, and trade facilitation in 2025. During a visit to the Command, Babandede acknowledged the operational challenges faced by the Command and appreciated its notable achievements, particularly in exceeding its annual revenue target. He also lauded the Command's significant seizures of narcotics and other illicit substances, describing them as critical contributions to national security, public health, and societal safety. The Zonal Coordinator emphasized the importance of integrity,…

05 Feb

Freight Forwarders Cry Foul Over FAN’s Proposed Airport Charges

Esther KomolafeBusiness

In a press briefing organized on Wednesday the 4th of February 2026,by Airport Freight Forwarders the Deputy National President of National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), Dr Segun Musa in charge of Air and Logistics, Mr. Tope Akindele, Chairman of ANLCA Airport Chapter, African Professionals Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) and MAFFAC, They made their position known that if the decision enforced by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) is not reviewed through dialogue, it could lead to disrupt of cargo operations across airports nationwide and further depress government revenue. Speaking on behalf of the…

03 Feb

Customs Comptroller Unveils Major Seizures, Vows to Confront Smuggling Syndicates

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Comptroller of Federal Operations Unit Zone A, Ikeja, Comptroller Gambo Aliyu, has revealed significant seizures made by the unit, including 6,954 bags of foreign parboiled rice, 77 bags of foreign sugar, and 21 units of assorted Tokunbo vehicles, with a total duty paid value of N3.3 billion. The seizures were made possible through intelligence-driven deployment and strengthened internal supervision. Aliyu also announced the interception of 3,029 parcels of synthetic cannabis indica, weighing 1,431kg, and four live pangolins, highlighting the unit's commitment to combating drug trafficking and protecting endangered species. The Comptroller expressed his condolences to the family of an…

01 Feb

NAGAFF Founder Recommissions Compliance Team, Urges Members to Adhere to Law

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Founder of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, has recommissioned the Compliance Team, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to laws and regulations governing Nigeria's freight forwarding industry. The move aims to ensure only qualified persons are involved in freight forwarding, aligning with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. Dr. Aniebonam praised key NAGAFF members, including Alhaji Ibrahim Tanko, Chief Tochukwu EZisi, and Dr. Segun Musa, for their contributions to the association's progress. The Compliance Team, inaugurated in February 2021, serves as NAGAFF's enforcement arm, ensuring freight forwarders and government agencies comply with regulations…

30 Jan

Customs Hands Over Seized Arms, Ammunition to NCCSALW in Major Security Boost

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), PTML Command, has handed over seized arms and ammunition to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW) in a bid to curb illicit arms proliferation. Comptroller Joe Anani, Customs Area Controller, PTML Command, revealed that the seized items include five pistols, one Crossman pump master rifle, 132 Remington live cartridges, 51 9mm Lugar live ammunition, and other related items. These seizures were made during examinations of imported vehicles between 2022 and 2025. Anani emphasized the command's commitment to implementing the Revised Kyoto Convention and utilizing technology to enhance trade…

30 Jan

FG Unveils N14.6bn Modern Boats to Tackle Riverine Mishaps

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Federal Government has procured modern boats and ferries worth N14.6 billion to replace dilapidated and wooden watercraft in riverine areas, aiming to reduce boat mishaps. The boats, expected to arrive in the next few months, will be distributed to states like Niger, Kogi, Benue, Kwara, and Kebbi, which are prone to water accidents. Former NIWA MD, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji, revealed that the purchase was made in response to his recommendations to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. Oyebamiji noted that wooden and dilapidated boats account for 20-25% of mishaps, while human error contributes to 70% of…

29 Jan

2H and I: The Key to Raising Responsible Gen Z

Esther KomolafeBusiness

Dr. Segun Musa, a renowned freight forwarder has emphasized the importance of humility, humanity, and integrity in shaping the younger generation. Speaking at an event, he shared his "2H and I" philosophy, urging parents and caregivers to instill these values in children to help them navigate the challenges of the modern world. Musa lamented the decline of moral values among young people, citing examples of disrespect, laziness, and compromised integrity. He stressed that humility, humanity, and integrity are essential for building strong character and achieving success in life. The speaker also advised parents to be role models, create time for…

29 Jan

BACCIMA Praises Benin-Nigeria Business Forum as Catalyst for Regional Trade Growth

Esther KomolafeBusiness

The Badagry Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BACCIMA) has extended its warm goodwill to the organizers and participants of the Benin-Nigeria Business Forum, recognizing it as a timely step towards strengthening bilateral trade relations and deepening regional economic integration within the ECOWAS sub-region. Speaking at the event, Alhaji Yahaya Idris, President of the Badagry Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BACCIMA), welcomed the Forum, highlighting its potential to boost cross-border commerce, particularly along the Badagry-Seme corridor. Alhaji Idris commended FEWACCI’s efforts in promoting private-sector collaboration and economic integration, saying BACCIMA had been at the forefront of…