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Customs FTZ Command Boosts Trade, Compliance in Rivers State

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone Command has reiterated its commitment to facilitating trade and ensuring regulatory compliance in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

Speaking during a press briefing at the Command’s headquarters on Tuesday, 10 December 2024, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Seriki Usman, highlighted the Command’s achievements from January to November 2024. He noted that the Command successfully managed the import and export of goods within the free trade zone, ensuring seamless operations for licensed enterprises.

Comptroller Usman detailed the export of key products, including refined sugar, fertiliser, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and crude oil, from major facilities such as Bundu Sugar Refinery, Notore Chemical PLC, and Bonny Island.

A notable achievement of the Command was its record-breaking revenue collection of ₦53.98 billion. “This figure represents a 2.3% increase over our annual target for 2024 and a remarkable 98.6% rise compared to the ₦26.80 billion collected in 2023,” Comptroller Usman stated.

He attributed the success to collaborative efforts with stakeholders, including the Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone Authority, emphasising the importance of maintaining the momentum for trade growth and innovation within the zone.

Comptroller Usman also expressed gratitude to the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for his leadership and guidance.

Assuring Nigerians of the Command’s dedication, Comptroller Usman pledged continued efforts to enhance regulatory compliance, facilitate trade, and generate revenue. He affirmed the Command’s commitment to improving service delivery and contributing significantly to the nation’s economic growth.

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Sabinus’ Sister Gets Called to the Nigerian Bar

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Nigerian comedian and skitmaker, Emmanuel Ejekwu, aka Sabinus, has taken to social media to celebrate a major milestone in his family, his younger sister, Hachi Ejekwu, has been called to the Nigerian Bar.

In a heartwarming and hilarious video shared on his Instagram page, Sabinus beamed with pride as he showcased his sister in her full legal regalia, exuding confidence and joy.

Photo source: Instagram

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“God said hold my cup” – Unilag Law Graduate Celebrates First Class, Emerges Top 10 Nationwide

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A newly called-to-bar law graduate, Austine Orimoloye, is trending online after sharing her inspiring journey from law school dream to national recognition.

In a post shared on X, Austine announced that she not only bagged a First Class but also ranked 10th out of 7,134 candidates in Nigerian Law School results. She also emerged 2023 Best Graduating Student from the Faculty of Law, University of Lagos.

“Prayed and prepared for a first class but God literally said hold my cup,” she wrote, celebrating the big win.

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Panic among Ondo varsity students over missing colleagues

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The student community of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, has been thrown into a state of panic following the mysterious disappearance of two of their colleagues.

The whereabouts of the students, Andrel Okah of the Department of History and International Studies, and John Abba of the Department of Economics, who were last seen two weeks ago, have caused fear and despair among their coursemates.

Both students are in 200-level, and according to close friends, all efforts to reach them via their phones have been unsuccessful. This has raised particular concern, as they are known for their regular attendance at classes and academic activities.

According to a fellow student, who identified himself as Ajibola, the two students have not been seen on campus for the past two weeks, behaviour he described as highly unusual, hence the growing anxiety.

He said, “We don’t even know if it is a case of kidnapping or something else. The two of them are very close, though. But efforts to reach them through their phones have repeatedly failed. Their sudden disappearance is giving us concerns. The students’ community is already worried and also agitated.”

Expressing frustration over what he described as a lack of urgency from the relevant authorities, Ajibola noted that, although the matter had been reported to both the university management and the police, no concrete action had yet been taken.

When contacted, the spokesperson for the institution, Mr Victor Akinpelumi, stated that the police had already been informed of the development by the university.

Similarly, the spokesperson for the state police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed that the matter had been reported and was under investigation.

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