Lagos: The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has made a strong appeal for the seamless implementation of the Single Inter-State Road Tax Sticker (SIRTS) and Single Haulage Fee (SHF) systems. These initiatives are seen as crucial steps toward addressing the issues of illegal road taxes and the heavy burden of multiple taxation on businesses operating […]
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Strategic Work-Based Learning to Boost Private-Sector Participation in Agriculture, Says UNESCO
Abuja: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) advocates for a strategic approach to Work-Based Learning (WBL) to enhance private sector involvement in Nigeria’s agriculture sector. Mr. Mendy Albert, Head of the Abuja Office and UNESCO Representative to Nigeria, conveyed this message during a one-day workshop in Abuja focused on promoting private-sector participation […]
NDLEA Seizes 1.3 Billion Tramadol Pills in 18-Month Operation
Kaduna: The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, announced that the agency seized 1.3 billion pills of Tramadol and 4.4 million bottles of Codeine between January 2024 and June 2025. Marwa made this disclosure during a plenary session at the two-day interactive Session on Government-citizens’ Engagement held on […]
Charcoal Trade Poses Threat to Nigeria’s Forest Sustainability and Livelihood
Abuja: The Federal Government has highlighted the charcoal trade as a significant threat to forest sustainability and livelihoods across Nigeria. Dr. Aishetu Ndayako, Permanent Secretary of the Ecological Project Office, made this assertion at a stakeholders dialogue focused on charcoal production and forest conservation. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the event was organized by […]
Tinubu Boosts NDLEA’s Capacity to Combat Drug Abuse, Says Agency Chief
Kaduna: The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa, announced that President Bola Tinubu has significantly enhanced the agency’s ability to fulfill its mandate effectively. Marwa made this statement during a presentation at the two-day interactive session on Government-citizens’ Engagement in Kaduna. According to News […]