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Nigeria Customs adopts AI tools to tackle online scams, fake news
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has begun efforts to tackle the spread of fake news and online scams that damage its image through the integration of digital data-tracking and intelligence tools. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Neccipr Roundtable 2026 held in Lagos, with the theme, “Algorithm Influence and Public Relations”.…
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Obasanjo, Fayemi, Olojede lead debate on Africa’s role in changing global order
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi and publisher of the defunct Next Newspaper and Pulitzer Prize winner, Dele Olojede, were among the policymakers, activists and political leaders who participated in the Amandla Parapo 2026 conversation on Africa’s place in the new world order. The three-day conversation was convened by the Amandla Institute under its annual 2026…
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State Police Bill secures required two-third approval, heads to Tinubu
The push to establish State Police has crossed a major constitutional hurdle, with 28 State Houses of Assembly approving the Constitution Alteration Bill seeking to create state-controlled police forces. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, confirmed the approvals in a statement, saying the number exceeds the two-thirds threshold required under Section 9 of the 1999 Constitution. According to…
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Olaopa advocates AI literacy, warns of technology’s risks to humanity
The Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has proposed measures to harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) for development while addressing its risks to humanity. Olaopa spoke in Abuja while delivering a presentation titled “Media and Information Literacy, AI and Youth Creativity” at a stakeholders’ dinner organised by the International Media and Information Literacy Institute (IMILI), in…
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Tinubu completes Umrah after rare access to Holy Kaaba
President Bola Tinubu has completed the lesser Hajj, known as Umrah, after being granted rare access to the Holy Kaaba in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to offer prayers. The President disclosed this on Monday in a post on his X account, where he announced the conclusion of his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Tinubu said he and members of…
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Tinubu joins select world leaders granted access to Kaaba
President Bola Tinubu has been granted rare access to the interior of the Holy Kaaba in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, during his Umrah pilgrimage. In a statement, Yusuf Ali, the president’s focal person on digital and strategic communications, said the visit provided an opportunity for the Nigerian leader to offer prayers for the country’s peace and prosperity. Ali said Tinubu was…
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VIDEO: I prayed for wisdom, resilience to serve Nigerians at Ka’abah — Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said he prayed for the wisdom and strength to serve Nigerians during his visit to the Ka’abah in Saudi Arabia. The president made this known in an interview while reflecting on his prayers and the responsibility of leading the country. Tinubu expressed gratitude to Allah for the opportunity to serve, acknowledging that power belongs to…
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Sultan’s leadership has bridged religious divides, Tinubu says at 20th anniversary
President Bola Tinubu has praised the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, for his contributions to religious harmony, national unity and peacebuilding as the monarch marks 20 years on the throne. Tinubu said the Sultan had used his position to promote peaceful coexistence among Nigerians of different religious backgrounds and strengthen national development. The President stated this in…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu prays inside Ka’abah, thanks Saudi King for rare privilege
President Bola Tinubu on Monday prayed inside the Holy Ka’abah in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, after receiving special permission from King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Tinubu, who was accompanied by members of the Nigerian delegation, expressed gratitude to the Saudi King and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for granting them access to the sacred site during their Umrah visit. The…
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I’m determined to develop Nigeria, create opportunities for youths, Tinubu says
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to building a prosperous Nigeria, saying he will continue to pursue national development, invest in the future of young people and serve the country with wisdom and resilience. Tinubu spoke on Monday while reflecting on his recent spiritual journey to Saudi Arabia for the lesser Hajj (Umrah), during which he was granted access…
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