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Customs to Sanction Non-Compliant Importers, Clearing Agents

The Nigeria Customs Service has issued a stern warning to importers and licensed clearing agents, declaring its intention to impose strict sanctions on operators who fail to comply with customs laws, procedures and documentation requirements. The Service said the move is aimed at strengthening compliance, protecting government revenue and improving transparency within the nation’s ports [...] Source from InfoStride News

PenCom Secures ₦972.12m Recovery in Q1 2025 as Pension Enforcement Intensifies

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced a major leap in enforcement activities as it recorded ₦972.12 million in recoveries from defaulting employers in the first quarter of 2025. The figure, representing a 503.7% increase from the ₦161.03 million recovered in the fourth quarter of 2024, underscores the regulator’s deepened resolve to protect workers’ retirement [...] Source from InfoStride News

Brokers Urged to Brace for Sweeping Insurance Reforms in Nigeria

The Nigerian insurance industry is on the brink of major transformation as the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act Bill, 2025, awaits presidential assent. Having cleared both chambers of the National Assembly, the bill introduces wide-ranging reforms that seek to overhaul the regulatory landscape, strengthen corporate governance, and enhance the overall integrity of the industry. As [...] Source from InfoStride News

Anthony Joshua involved in road accident, two feared dead

British heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident on Tuesday, sparking widespread concern among fans and the sporting community after reports emerged that two people are feared dead. The accident reportedly occurred along a major highway, with eyewitnesses describing a violent collision involving multiple vehicles. Emergency responders were said to [...] Source from InfoStride News

PETROAN Pushes NNPC Refineries’ Privatisation by Q1 2026

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria has renewed calls for the privatisation of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s refineries, urging the Federal Government to complete the process by the first quarter of 2026. The association said decisive action is needed to end decades of inefficiency, repeated rehabilitation failures and financial losses [...] Source from InfoStride News

Polaris Bank Strengthens Customer Experience, Expands Environmental Sustainability Drive

Polaris Bank has reinforced its commitment to delivering improved customer experience while scaling up its environmental sustainability initiatives, as part of efforts to align business growth with responsible banking practices. The bank said the dual focus reflects its strategy to enhance service delivery, deepen customer trust and contribute meaningfully to environmental protection and sustainable development. [...] Source from InfoStride News

AfDB Group Mobilises Private Capital to Bridge Africa’s Financing Gap

The African Development Bank Group has intensified efforts to mobilise private capital as part of a broader strategy to close Africa’s widening financing gap and accelerate sustainable economic development across the continent. The multilateral lender said leveraging private sector resources has become increasingly critical as public finances across many African countries come under pressure from [...] Source from InfoStride News

LCCI Flags Engineering, Power Gaps Hindering Industrialisation

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry has raised concerns over persistent engineering capacity deficits and unreliable power supply, warning that these challenges continue to undermine Nigeria’s industrialisation drive and limit the competitiveness of local industries. The chamber said unless these structural issues are urgently addressed, the country risks falling short of its industrial development [...] Source from InfoStride News

Seplat to Invest in Power Sector to Tackle Nigeria’s Electricity Deficit

Seplat Energy Plc, one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous energy companies, has announced a bold move to invest significantly in the country’s power sector. The initiative is part of the company’s broader strategic shift to diversify its operations and contribute to bridging the huge energy access gap in Nigeria, particularly in off-grid communities. According to the [...] Source from InfoStride News

I’ll Celebrate 40 Years On Earth And 20 Years In Film In March – Juliet Ibrahim

Popular Ghanaian actress Juliet Ibrahim is gearing up to mark a milestone birthday in style. She recently revealed that she is turning 40 on March 3, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she’ll be celebrating not just her age, but her growth, resilience plus accomplishments as an actress, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Juliet added [...] Source from InfoStride News

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Accident claims life of club manager along Ikom-Calabar road

By Odey Ojeka UGEP (CONVERSEER) – A tragic accident has claimed the life of Smart Love Eyong, Manager of Don Wills Club Bar and Lodge in Ugep, Cross River State. The incident occurred on Friday at Adim in Biase LGA, a village near Ugep, leaving two others injured. Eyong died instantly and was taken to... This article Accident claims life of club manager along Ikom-Calabar road first appeared on Converseer.