The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has strengthened its border security and intelligence capabilities by deploying an INTERPOL Data Centre at its Headquarters in Abuja, giving officers access to one of the world’s largest criminal intelligence networks. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, announced the development during a demonstration of the facility, describing it as a major milestone in the Service’s technology-driven transformation and intelligence-led enforcement strategy. Customs enforcement has evolved beyond conventional compliance, with technology now playing a central role in combating transnational crime. He added that the planned signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with INTERPOL would…
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L-R: Rasheed Bolarinwa, Group Head, Brand Management & Corporate Communications, Polaris Bank Limited; Professor Abigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika of Mass Communication Dept, University of Lagos; Olufemi Awoyemi, mni, Chairman, Pros-hare; and Sheriff Adekoya, Lead Strategist, Edgeforth Business Solutions, at the 12th Polaris Bank Annual Media Capacity Seminar in Lagos over the weekend. Polaris Bank Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing ethical journalism and strengthening media professionalism with the successful hosting of the 12th edition of its Annual Media Capacity Seminar, themed “Rebuilding Trust and Reinventing Storytelling in the Age of AI.” The virtual seminar, held via Microsoft Teams, brought together more…
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned Nigerian politicians against manipulating his prophecies using Artificial Intelligence (AI). The warning follows the circulation of a video on social media shared by a former aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Lauretta Onochie, which falsely portrays the cleric as declaring that President Bola Tinubu is “gone” and that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar would have the upper hand over other contenders. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele cautioned Onochie and others involved in the manipulation to desist immediately or face both legal consequences…
JMG Limited, Nigeria’s leading integrated electromechanical solutions company, has reinforced its commitment to helping Nigerian businesses improve efficiency and sustainability with the successful delivery of three major engineering projects across the healthcare, manufacturing and aviation sectors during the second quarter of 2026. The projects, executed through JMG’s renewable energy, climate solutions and elevator divisions, these projects reflect the company’s continued focus on delivering innovative engineering solutions that improve operational performance, reduce costs, and support long-term business growth. One of the quarter’s flagship projects saw JMG Solar design and install a hybrid solar power system for St. Catherine Specialist Hospital in Wuse 2, Abuja, providing…
L-R: Director of Assessment, Federal Ministry of Environment, Abuja, Mrs. Rofikat Adebukunola Odetoro; Managing Director, Infrastructure & Logistics, Dangote Industries Limited, Capt. Jamil Abubakar; Alara of Araromi Seaside Kingdom, HRM Oba Adeoloye Olawole, and Chief Executive, Amiable Consulting & Logistics, Mrs. Aina Elizabeth Egharevba, at the Community Engagement in presence of government officials on the environmental, social impact of the proposed Dangote Industrial City/ Deep Seaport project at Araromi Seaside Kingdom, Ilaje Local Government Area, Ondo State on Tuesday 30 June 2026. …Dangote’s committed to ensuring Africa becomes more self-sufficient through strategic infrastructure investments, says MD …Dangote is a genius,…
Prince William revealed that his father King Charles “hates football” in an appearance on Travis Kelce’s podcast that aired Friday, just hours before the NFL star was due to celebrate his marriage to pop megastar Taylor Swift. The World Cup, rather than the wedding, was the main theme of the chat with Kelce and his co-host brother Jason Kelce, with the prince saying he would travel to the competition in the United States if England made it into the final. The prince is known as a fan of the Premiership side Aston Villa and, when asked if King Charles was…
Popular Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has taken delivery of a one-of-one custom Venuum Widebody Bugatti Chiron, reportedly valued at over ₦9 billion. In a post shared by Venuum on Instagram on Saturday, “Happy birthday, Burna Boy! Today we’ve made your dream a reality a one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron VXX Special Edition just for you. It’s a masterpiece that is sure to make waves around the world. Sending you a big hug from the Venuum family.” The Grammy-winning artiste reportedly splashed the huge sum on the bespoke hypercar to mark his birthday celebrations. Burna Boy had earlier…
Afrobeats star Davido has defended his decision to highlight the abduction of 39 children and seven teachers during his performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that Nigeria’s image should not take precedence over the safety of innocent children. Speaking in an interview with Focus on Africa host Waihiga Mwaura, shared on Sunday, the singer explained why he wore pins bearing the names of the missing victims while performing on the global stage. Davido said he deliberately used the international platform to draw attention to Nigeria’s security challenges, arguing that remaining silent to protect the country’s reputation was unjustifiable…
Burna Boy, the Afro-fusion titan and Grammy winner, turns 35 today. But this isn’t just a birthday; it’s a milestone for a man who has reshaped the sonic landscape of an entire continent and carried African music to heights few dared to imagine. From his breakout moment to his current reign as one of the world’s most formidable voices, his journey is not merely worth acknowledging but demands reverence. Born Damini Ogulu, the Afro-fusion icon first burst onto the scene with ‘Like to Party’, the lead single from his debut album L.I.F.E (2013). Since then, he has evolved into one of…
Erling Haaland scored a brace to help Norway beat Brazil 2-1, in a major World Cup upset.Details later…