Senate unveils safeguards against political misuse of state police powers

Senate unveils safeguards against political misuse of state police powers

As the Senate advances constitutional reforms to establish state police services across Nigeria, lawmakers have moved to allay fears that governors could use the new security structure to intimidate opponents or pursue personal political interests. Leading debate on the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Alteration (State Police) Bill, 2026, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele…

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Customs Intensify Anti-Smuggling Drive, Seize N273m Contraband

Customs Intensify Anti-Smuggling Drive, Seize N273m Contraband

[mc4wp_form id=33047] The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized prohibited imports worth N273.7m in Cross River State, in what officials described as part of efforts to protect local manufacturers from unfair competition and curb smuggling activities. Among the items intercepted were 1,996 kegs of foreign refined vegetable oil, a product listed under the Federal Government’s…

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From conversations to capital: Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES) releases its first impact report highlighting investment, partnerships and impact across Africa's green economy

From conversations to capital: Africa's Green Economy Summit (AGES) releases its first impact report highlighting investment, partnerships and impact across Africa's green economy

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, June 24, 2026/APO Group/ — Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) has released its first Impact Report, revealing a project pipeline exceeding US$12 billion, more than 20 deals initiated, and over US$25 million in known financing outcomes linked to projects participating in the AGES ecosystem. Across four editions, AGES has established itself…

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