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Something serious went down in Ganjuwa, Bauchi State—and it reads like a scene from a movie. Under the cover of darkness, a group of illegal operators quietly moved into the area. They weren’t small-time actors either. We’re talking heavy machinery, excavators, and even a full processing setup—all deployed without a single legal permit. No license. No environmental checks. No regard for the community. Just pure exploitation. But here’s the twist—they weren’t as unnoticed as they thought. Acting on solid intelligence, the Mining Marshals swooped in and shut everything down. The entire illegal site was sealed off, and operations were brought to an immediate halt. When those behind the operation were called to justify what they were doing, they had nothing. No documents. No approvals.  No defense. Just evidence of illegal activity. This is exactly what the Mining Marshals are set up to tackle—unauthorized mining that damages the environment, robs th...

.CGC Adewale Bashir Adeniyi, Adeniyi Pushes Stakeholder Synergy to Strengthen Transparency and Plug Revenue Leakages The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified its push for an AI-driven transformation of revenue generation, remittance, and reconciliation, calling for stronger collaboration with critical stakeholders, including collecting banks, external auditors, and the National Assembly (NASS). The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, made the call on Monday in Abuja at the opening of a high-level training programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven revenue systems. The training was organised for stakeholders across the Customs operational and oversight ecosystem. Adeniyi emphasised that revenue administration is a complex, multi-layered system that extends beyond Customs operations to include financial institutions, auditors, policy bodies, and legislative oversight authorities. He noted that effective coordination among these actors is crucial to...

FCT POLICE COMMAND ARRESTS SUSPECT BEHIND VIRAL VIDEO FALSELY ALLEGING BANDIT INVASION OF ABUJA The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect linked to the circulation of a viral video falsely alleging an ongoing bandit invasion of Abuja, a development that had sparked widespread panic among residents of the nation’s capital. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Josephine Adeh, the suspect was apprehended following a thorough digital investigation which traced the origin of the misleading content. The video, which gained traction across several social media platforms, falsely claimed that armed bandits had infiltrated parts of Abuja, causing fear and uncertainty among residents. The Command described the video as “entirely fabricated and malicious,” stressing that there was no such security breach or attack within the Federal Capital Territory. Police authorities noted that the deliberate spread of fals...

AIG PATRICK A. ATAYERO DRIVING A NEW ERA OF EXCELLENCE IN NIGERIA POLICE ACADEMY  At the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano, a quiet but meaningful transformation is taking place, one that reflects a renewed commitment to quality, professionalism, and the future of policing in Nigeria. At the centre of this progress is the 24th Commandant, Patrick A. Ateyero, MSc(UK), MBA(USA), psc, mspsp. Recognizing that great officers are shaped by great teachers, AIG Ateyero recently introduced an induction course designed to prepare Directing Staff for lecturing roles in Police Professional Courses. More than just a routine training, the programme focuses on how people learn, how knowledge is retained, and how lessons can be delivered in ways that truly make an impact. Through sessions on learning processes, memory, lesson planning, and curriculum development, participants were equipped not just with knowledge, but with the tools to inspire and effectively train the next g...

Inside FCMB Fraud Case: ₦3bn Targeted, Swift Action Cuts Losses to ₦677m More than ₦3 billion was targeted, but about ₦677 million reached the culprits, with recovery and prosecutions underway, reflecting how banks are responding to more sophisticated fraud risks. Nigeria’s expanding digital banking sector is facing increasingly sophisticated fraud attempts, as financial institutions adapt to faster transactions and broader online services. A recent case involving First City Monument Bank (FCMB), linked to fraudulent activity detected in December 2025, has drawn attention to how banks are responding to such incidents, with a focus on limiting exposure, recovering funds and working with law enforcement. According to findings referenced in proceedings before the Lagos State Special Offences Court, the incident involved unauthorised transactions tied to a digital product. Early reports erroneously suggested more than ₦3 billion was lost. Subsequent clarification shows that ove...

Nigeria Customs Engages AfCFTA Secretariat on Simplified Trade Regime The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) held a strategic engagement with a delegation from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat at its Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, on 23 March 2026. The meeting focused on advancing the implementation of the Simplified Trade Regime (STR) to support small-scale cross-border trade. The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) was represented at the meeting by the Deputy Comptroller-General (DCG) in charge of Tariff and Trade, DCG Caroline Niagwan, who reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to facilitating trade and supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through simplified and transparent customs processes. In her remarks, DCG Niagwan stated, “Our goal is to make trade easier, more transparent, and inclusive for small-scale traders, while ensuring compliance with national and regional trade regulations.” In his opening remarks, the leader of the...

The Kogi State Government has taken a bold step toward transforming its economic landscape as Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo officially signed contracts for the construction of a new international airport in Lokoja. The landmark project, which is set to be located in Zariagi, within the state capital, signals a major push by the administration to strengthen infrastructure, boost connectivity, and position Kogi as a strategic investment hub in Nigeria. At a formal ceremony held at the Government House in Lokoja, Governor Ododo presented contract award letters to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation and Gamji Nigeria Limited, the firms responsible for executing the project. Describing the initiative as a “strategic investment,” the governor emphasized that the airport would serve as a catalyst for economic growth, facilitating trade, enhancing transportation networks, and attracting both local and international investors. According to him, the project aligns with his ...