By Taiwo Niyi KWARA The Kwara Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a significant success in its ongoing battle against smuggling, with the interception of a large consignment of Cannabis Sativa valued at N57.6 million. The seizure was made on July 3, 2024, by operatives along the …
Read More »Oyo Boosts Security, Commits Funds to Education, Economic Growth
The Oyo State Executive Council has implemented key initiatives to enhance security, stimulate economic growth, and advance education within the state. In an effort to bolster security, the council has expanded the fleet for Operation Burst to 60 vehicles by procuring 40 additional security vehicles. These enhancements extend beyond Operation …
Read More »Nigeria’s First Olympic Medallist, Nojim Maiyegun, Dies at 85
Nigeria’s first Olympic medallist, Nojim Maiyegun, has passed away at the age of 85. He reportedly died of natural causes in Vienna, Austria, where he had lived for many years. Maiyegun etched his name in history by winning a bronze medal in boxing at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, marking Nigeria’s …
Read More »FG Defends Cancellation of Fake Degrees from Togo, Benin Republic
The Federal Government has defended its decision to invalidate over 22,700 degree certificates obtained by Nigerians from unrecognised universities in Togo and Benin Republic. According to the Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, these degrees, awarded by what he described as “illegal” institutions, tarnish Nigeria’s reputation. Mamman emphasised that the decision …
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