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Senate Sets Ambitious ₦10 Trillion Revenue Target for Customs in 2025!

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As part of measures to revive Nigeria’s revenue base and tackle economic sabotage, the Senate Committee on Customs has instructed the Nigeria Customs Service to raise its 2025 target from ₦6.584 trillion to a staggering ₦10 trillion.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Senate Hikes Customs’ 2025 Revenue Target to ₦10 Trillion, Urges Tougher Stance on Smuggling, Drug Influx

The Senate Committee on Customs has directed the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to raise its 2025 revenue target from ₦6.584 trillion to an ambitious ₦10 trillion, in a move aimed at boosting government earnings and combating economic sabotage.

The directive was issued on Monday during the agency’s 2025 budget defence session, where lawmakers commended the NCS for exceeding its 2024 target by more than ₦1 trillion—but insisted the agency must now aim higher.

Senator Isah Jibrin (APC, Kogi East), Chairman of the Committee, led the charge, praising the Customs Service for surpassing its ₦5.079 trillion target for 2024 with a collection of ₦6.1 trillion. However, he emphasised that the time had come for the NCS to intensify its revenue efforts.

“You’ve done well, but you can do better,” Senator Jibrin declared. “We are raising your 2025 revenue target to ₦10 trillion. It’s bold, but it’s what the country needs.”

The agency’s 2025 proposal, which included a revenue target of ₦6.584 trillion and expenditure of ₦1.132 trillion, was presented by Deputy Comptroller General Jibo Bello on behalf of the Comptroller General. The committee unanimously adopted the revised target and will present it to the full Senate when plenary resumes on Tuesday, June 24, after the Sallah break.

While lauding the NCS for its impressive performance, lawmakers stressed that revenue collection alone is not enough. They urged the agency to intensify efforts in fulfilling its security mandate—particularly in stemming the tide of drug smuggling and illegal imports that threaten the nation’s stability.

“There is a drug crisis in Nigeria, and Customs cannot sit on the sidelines,” Senator Jibrin warned. “These illicit substances are fueling violence and criminality. You must enhance your surveillance and take the fight to the smugglers—don’t trail them, outpace them.”

He also criticised the unchecked influx of foreign products into Nigerian markets despite existing bans and tariffs.

“Many of the goods flooding our markets can be manufactured locally. We must heed the President’s call to consume what we produce. Every smuggled product represents a lost job, a failing industry, and a blow to our economy,” he said.

Jibrin urged Customs to take a leading role in defending local industries and reducing reliance on imports, noting that such a shift would boost employment and national productivity.

“If we support our producers, raw materials wasting in rural areas will become valuable, jobs will be created, and the economy will strengthen from the grassroots,” he added.

Other members of the committee echoed the chairman’s remarks, expressing confidence in the Customs Service and backing the decision to increase the agency’s revenue target.

The new ₦10 trillion benchmark reflects not only a strong vote of confidence in the NCS but also a call for deeper reforms, tougher enforcement, and measurable impact on Nigeria’s economic and security landscape.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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