Nestlé Nigeria Plc has been awarded the highest level of Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) certification by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). The company achieved Security and Safety status under the NCS AEO programme, a certification valid for five years that recognises its compliance with trade regulations, supply chain security requirements, and global best practices. The certification followed a rigorous evaluation process, including detailed customs audits and on-site operational assessments. Out of 391 applications received nationwide, only 35 companies were granted full certification, with even fewer achieving the Security and Safety status. Highlighting the significance of this milestone at the recent…
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L-R: David Solarin, Director, Water Regulatory Enforcement and Advocacy, Ogun State Ministry of Environment; Ekuma Eze, Head of Corporate Communications and Sustainability, Rite Foods Limited; Olumide Idowu, Clean Energy Advocate; Titilayo Oshodi, Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy to the Governor of Lagos State; Dumebi Azubuike, Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Expert; Barong Asiodu, General Manager, Corporate Planning and Strategy, Rite Foods Limited; and Olufemi Ajileye, General Manager, Rite Foods Limited; during the stakeholders’ forum on the International Day of Clean Energy organised by Rite Foods Limited, at the company’s headquarters in Lagos, on Friday, 30th January 2026.…
… Reaffirms Commitment to Delivering Euro‑Standard Fuel to Nigerians Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals (DPRP) has firmly denied reports suggesting that it imports finished petroleum products, describing the claims as incorrect and based on a misunderstanding of global refinery operations. As a state‑of‑the‑art, large‑scale merchant refinery, DPRP refines crude oil and processes intermediate feedstocks into premium petroleum products and petrochemicals that meet the highest international standards. Speaking during a media briefing at the refinery, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, David Bird, explained that processing intermediate or semi‑processed materials is a standard practice within the global refining industry. He clarified…
Fourteen years ago, what began as a visionary real estate development effort in Shimawa, Ogun State, has evolved into one of Nigeria’s most recognizable housing success stories. Today, Adron Homes & Properties stands as a major force in structured urban development, with over 60 livable communities and estate dwellings spread across key regions of the country. Its journey reflects a deliberate mission that is not just to sell land, but to build functional cities where Nigerians can live with dignity, security, and a strong sense of community. At a time when Nigeria faces rapid urbanization and an ever-growing housing deficit,…
Lookman Ademola Lookman has completed his move to Atletico Madrid from Atalanta. The Spanish club announced the official signing on Monday — a few hours before the close of the 2026 winter transfer window in Europe. According Fabrizio Romano, the Italian journalist, Atletico paid a €35 million fixed fee and €5 million add-ons for the 28-year-old winger. The deal makes Lookman the second-most expensive Nigerian player, behind only Victor Osimhen, who saw both Napoli and Galatasaray pay over €70 million for him. Lookman penned a four-a-half-year deal with the Rojiblancos which and will play at the Wanda Metropolitano until June 2030. Thecable
A suspect An employee of an investment company in Lagos State, Bello Samuel, has been arraigned for allegedly diverting about N90m from the firm’s account for personal use. Samuel was arraigned by the Police Special Fraud Unit before the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on charges bordering on conspiracy and money laundering. In a statement on Tuesday, the spokesperson for the PSFU, Mr Ovie Ewhubare, said the suspect, who worked in the finance department of the company, allegedly carried out the fraud through an insider scheme. According to Ewhubare, the suspect was accused of fraudulently converting company funds for…
Samha The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 arrested a Kannywood Star, Samha Inuwa over alleged Naira mutilation. Inuwa was arrested following a viral video circulated on social media platforms where she was seen conspicuously cleaning mucus from her nose using Naira notes. Following the release of the viral video, the Commission swung into action by tracing and subsequently arrested her to answer questions. She is currently being held at the Commission’s detention facility while investigation is ongoing. The suspect will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
Diezani Proceedings resumed yesterday in London in the corruption and bribery trial of former Nigerian Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke. The jurors heard detailed evidence of the former minister’s extravagant spending trail at a luxury antiques store in the British capital city. Prosecutors told the court that as much as £140,000 was spent in a single day on high-end furniture, bespoke lighting and decorative art, allegedly paid for through intermediaries during her time in office. The public gallery of the court was filled with supporters from the Ijaw community who had flown in specifically for the trial. But Alison-Madueke denies multiple…
Malami in court The Department of State Services has arraigned former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulazeez Malami, on five-count charges of terrorism financing and aiding and abetting terrorism, and illegal possession of firearms. Malami and his son appeared before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The former AGF was charged under Count One with “knowingly abetting terrorism financing by refusing to prosecute terrorism financiers whose case files were brought to your office as the Attorney-General of the Federation, for prosecution.” Both Malami and his son were jointly charged under Counts Two to…