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Admin - September 19, 2025

NIGERIA: Lagos State Orders Immediate Suspension of Reclamation Projects

  by Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Lagos State Government has directed an immediate suspension of all reclamation projects across the state, warning that non-compliance will attract tough sanctions.   The order, issued on Tuesday by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, affects ongoing and planned reclamation activities in […]
Admin - September 17, 2025

South Sudan Judges Receive Training on Gender-Based Violence

  ‎By Deborah Akur Chol, South Sudan ‎ ‎The Centre for Inclusive Governance, Peace and Justice (CIGPJ) has initiated a three-day workshop aimed at enhancing the skills of High Court judges and magistrates in managing cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and transitional justice. The event commenced on Wednesday in Juba and brings together approximately 30 […]
Admin - September 16, 2025

NIGERIA: US Embassy Reaffirms Non-Refundable Visa Fees Policy, Issues New Application Guidelines

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    The United States Mission in Nigeria has reiterated that visa application fees remain non-refundable and non-transferable, stressing that the policy is consistent with global practices.   In a statement released via its official X handle on Tuesday, the Mission explained that the fees cover the cost of processing applications, […]
Admin - September 14, 2025

NIGERIA: FG To Transform 417 Grazing Reserves Into Modern Livestock Villages

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Federal Government has announced plans to convert Nigeria’s 417 grazing reserves into fully functional “Renewed Hope Livestock Villages” equipped with modern infrastructure and essential services.   Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, disclosed this on Sunday during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the […]
Admin - September 11, 2025

NIGERIA: Lagos Govt Seals 26 Bars And Lounges In Lekki Over Noise Pollution

    By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Lagos State Government has sealed 26 bars and lounges in Lekki Phase 1 for persistent noise pollution and violation of environmental regulations.     The enforcement, which was carried out by the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources through the Lagos State Environmental […]
Admin - September 5, 2025

NIGERIA: EFCC Declares Sujimoto CEO Wanted Over Alleged Money Laundering

    By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Olasijibomi Ogundele, Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, wanted over allegations of fund diversion and money laundering.   The declaration was made in a notice issued on Friday by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale.   Ogundele, […]
Admin - September 3, 2025

NIGERIA: ICPC, PTAD Join Forces to Tackle Pension Fraud, Protect Retirees

    By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to curb pension fraud and safeguard the entitlements of Nigerian retirees.   At the signing ceremony on Wednesday, ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu […]
Admin - September 3, 2025

NIGERIA:: Sanwo-Olu Slashes Blue Line Fare by 50% To Celebrate 2nd Anniversary 

  By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria    Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced a 50% reduction in fares on the Lagos Rail Mass Transit (LRMT) Blue Line to mark its second anniversary.   The governor, in a statement on Wednesday, said the Blue Line had carried more than five million passengers safely in the […]
Admin - August 28, 2025

NIGERIA: Immigration Hikes Passport Fees To N100,000, N200,000

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    The Nigeria Immigration Service has announced a fresh increase in the cost of obtaining Nigerian passports, effective September 1, 2025.   In a statement signed on Thursday by the Service Public Relations Officer, ACI AS Akinlabi, the NIS said the new fees will apply only to passport applications processed […]
Admin - August 27, 2025

NIGERIA: Tinubu Pledges Tech-Driven Growth, Food Security In Meeting With Nigerians In Brazil

  By Onoja Baba, Nigeria    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged to fast-track Nigeria’s development through technology and food security, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s economic progress.   The President made the commitment on Tuesday during a meeting with Nigerians living in Brazil, according to a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and […]
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