Author: Saint Augustine

The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, on Thursday launched the Time Release Study, TRS as a testament to its avowed commitment to improve customs operations and trade facilitation in Nigeria. The launch which was witnessed by the Ministers of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Uzoka-Anite and Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, representatives of the World Customs Organization, manufacturers, freight forwarders and other well meaning Nigerians was held in Lagos, the commercial hub of the country. In his remarks, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi stated that with the launch,…

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC has announcef that the interconnect debt dispute between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc. (MTN) and Globacom Limited (Globacom) has been amicably resolved. NCC, in a statement signed in Abuja on Thursday by its Director, Public Affairs, Reuben Muoka informed that in view of the resolution, the disconnection approval granted to MTN for the disconnection of Globacom had now been withdrawn. The statement added that following its initial Public Notice, the Commission with the aim of mitigating any potential disruptions to subscribers, undertook further regulatory intervention by mediating between the parties and facilitating the reconciliation process. “The…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu Anambra State Government led by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, continues to make giant and groundbreaking strides in the realm of technology. In recognition of Anambra’s commitment to a digital future, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Anambra State ICT Agency was selected by the US Consulate Lagos as part of the Reverse Trade Mission, RTM Delegates on Cybersecurity, underscoring the Soludo’s administration’s commitment to delivering a digital Anambra, attracting collaborators and global attention. The MD/CEO of Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata is part of a 9-man Nigerian delegation invited to the Access Africa: Nigeria…

…As Agubama canvases for reduction in training fees The President General of the Nigerian Association of Freight Forwarders and Consolidators, NAFFAC, Prince Bakare Adeyinka has advised the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN to adopt a new approach if they are to make any headway in the collection of the Practitioners Operating Fee, POF. Adeyinka who gave this advice when the Acting Registrar led the management team of the Council on a working visit to NAFFAC headquarters in Lagos on Wednesday warned that the Council cannot get 40 percent of the POF from the freight forwarders…

…Restates commitment to uphold world-class standards in maritime service delivery …Agency receives accolades from Ministry, Presidency and others. The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has launched its Service Charter, renewing its performance bond in the service of the country, the maritime sector, and its stakeholders. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, commended the Management of NIMASA for her commitment to improved service delivery in line with the direction of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration. Oyetola, who was represented by the Director, Maritime Safety and Security, Babatunde Bombata, commended NIMASA for embracing technological…

…As Acting Registrar promises regular interface with freight forwarders In a bid to reposition the freight forwarding subsector of the economy to contribute effectively to the Gross Domestic Product, GDP of the country, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Hon. Adegboyega Oyetola has approved the amendment of the Act establishing the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN. The Acting Registrar of CRFFN, Mrs. Chinyere Uromta who disclosed this when she paid a working visit to the headquarters of the Nigerian Association of Freight Forwarders and Consolidators, NAFFAC in Lagos on Wednesday said that the Minister…

In the face of soaring commodity costs, a growing number of Nigerians find themselves grappling with hunger, prompting the Financial and Business Online Publishers, FiBOP to urgently call upon the Nigerian government to address this critical issue. The escalating prices of essential food items have become a cause for concern, with rice hitting N1,200 per cup, a pant of garri at N2,200, and a cup of beans costing N1,000. These exorbitant prices underscore the pressing need for immediate intervention to ensure that basic necessities remain accessible to all citizens. FiBOP emphasizes that the calculation of these prices is intricately linked…

…Seeks association’s support to register new members, POF collection …NAGAFF lists areas of improvement, pledges support The Acting Registrar, Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN, Mrs. Chinyere Uromta has described the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF as a strong pillar of support for the economy in general, the Marine and Blue Economy sector and the CRFFN in particular. Uromta who made this assertion when she visited the NAGAFF headquarters in Lagos on Monday appreciated the association for it’s support and cooperation since the Council came to be as well as since she took…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu The people of Oraifite community in Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State have accused the lawyer to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Ifeanyi Ejiofor of aiding and fuelling insecurity in the community. The Traditional Ruler of Oraifite, Dr. Daniel Udorji and the President-General, Sir Vin Dike made these allegations during a press conference they jointly addressed in the presence of other members of the community at the Oraifite Civic Centre on Monday. The development followed the recent kidnapping and alleged killing of a 38-year-old youth leader in the community. Journalists from…

SIFAX Group and its aviation partner, Changi Airports International from Singapore have opened discussions on strategic collaboration with the Federal Government and Lagos State government to develop the country’s aviation sector. SIFAX Group, through one of its subsidiaries, SAHCO Plc, is already a major player in the aviation ground handling space. However, the consortium is looking to explore more business prospects in the sector such as aviation terminal management, airline management and development and other ancillary services. In various meetings recently with the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, the…