Day: January 2, 2026

First 2026 Victory: Customs – NDLEA Teamwork Nets 30.1kg Cocaine on Foreign Ship

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In a decisive blow to transnational narcotics networks, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Apapa Area Command, in synergy with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) , have intercepted 30.1 kilograms of cocaine at the Lagos Apapa Port. This high-profile seizure underscores an intensified commitment to securing Nigeria’s port against illicit trade through seamless inter-agency intelligence sharing. On January 2, 2026, during a search of the MV Aruna at the Greenview Terminal, a significant quantity of illicit material was discovered. The material was professionally concealed within the vessel, reflecting the…

Adedeji: Nigeria Needs Five Years to Optimize New Tax Laws

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Nigeria Revenue Service Chairman Adedeji states new tax laws require a five-year stabilization period. This is concise and directly conveys the key information with a formal tone. NRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji confirmed on January 1, 2026, that the new tax framework is designed to harmonize Nigeria’s fiscal system. Speaking at a recent event, he explained that the reforms unify multiple taxes into a single, streamlined structure to improve efficiency. According to Adedeji, a core benefit of the unified framework is the reduction in taxpayer compliance burdens and the creation of…

Public Alert: ATBU Denounces Fabricated Social Media Statements Using Forged Registrar’s Signature

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Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) has issued a stern warning against a forged circular targeting parents and guardians. The fake document, dated December 29, 2025, carries a forged signature of Registrar Alhaji Kabiru Garba Aminu, fnipr, and contains false information regarding a January 2, 2026 reopening and a ₦80,000 accommodation charge. The University Management confirms these claims are entirely untrue and fraudulent. Zailani Bappa, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Vice Chancellor, issued the university’s response on Thursday, January 1, 2026. Bappa stated: ”FAKE CIRCULAR…