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By Efe Onodjae Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON) has called on the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, to investigate alleged corrupt practices within its highway enforcement units, in relation to the controversial “short payment” on imported vehicles. National President of AMDON, Ajibola Adedoyin, warned that the practice, which involves stopping already-cleared vehicles on transit corridors over alleged duty discrepancies, is fueling extortion, increasing transaction costs, and worsening the burden on auto importers and end users across the country. Speaking with Vanguard, Adedoyin described the practice as a major burden on vehicle dealers and importers, alleging…

The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) on Sunday urged the Federal Government, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), and fuel suppliers to urgently address the ongoing Jet A1 fuel crisis, warning that the situation is posing growing risks to airline operations and passenger safety. In a statement issued in Abuja, the union said persistent fuel supply disruptions have continued to affect flight operations nationwide, forcing airlines to adjust schedules, delay departures and reduce route frequencies amid mounting operational costs. NAAPE President, Bunmi Gindeh, said the situation has become…

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick’s father has died ahead of the Clasico, the Catalan club said in a statement released on Sunday. “Barcelona and the entire Blaugrana family wish to convey our affection to Hansi Flick over the passing of his father,” said Barcelona. “We share his pain and stand with him during this very difficult time for him and his family.” Flick, 61, is on the verge of securing back-to-back La Liga titles with Barcelona. The German coach’s team lead Real Madrid by 11 points with four matches remaining and can secure the trophy if they avoid defeat by Los…

Veteran Nigerian movie stars Sola Sobowale and Kanayo O. Kanayo have been honoured with the Industry Merit Award at the 2026 edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards. The duo received the awards on Saturday night during the 12th AMVCA ceremony held at Eko Hotel and Suites. The awards recognised their decades-long contributions to the Nigerian movie industry and their influence as two of Nollywood’s most celebrated screen icons. Speaking after receiving her award, Sobowale expressed gratitude to God, the organisers, her colleagues, fans, and especially her children for supporting her career journey. “I want to specially thank God…

TUNDE AJAJA examines the rate at which children of top politicians and elite are dominating the political space, both for appointive and elective positions, and what it portends for the system. In Nigeria’s political enterprise, every election season seems to come with intriguing developments, and the 2023 general elections will likely not be an exception. One striking trend that has emerged boldly in the ongoing electioneering is the number of politicians’ children seeking elective offices. The number is simply unprecedented. Across the country, politicians would seem to be paving the way for their children, perhaps to perpetuate their family’s access…

This is a topic we have previously discussed on this page several times in the past, involving discussions about the various causes, how to deal with the problem, the natural means of boosting male libido and generating testosterone production, and how treatments can be assessed. These were all different topics discussed at various times. Various treatment options were also examined, but many questions about the condition continue to come in every week. Here is a breakdown of the main types of erectile dysfunction, or ED. It is usually grouped according to its cause. At this initial stage, the emphasis will…

If you receive the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Social Relief of Distress (SRD) R370 ($22.59) grant, you already know that your payment does not arrive on the same day as the older persons or disability grants. The SRD runs on its own schedule, and May 2026 is no different. SASSA has confirmed that SRD payments for May 2026 will be processed between Saturday, May 24 and Saturday, May 30, 2026. Since SASSA only processes payments on business days, most beneficiaries will see their money between Monday, May 25 and Friday, May 29. Your personal payment date within that…

New Zealand is set to introduce a new citizenship test for migrants in the second half of 2027, marking a significant change to the country’s naturalisation process. As reported by the Economic Times on Sunday, under the new system, applicants for citizenship by grant will be required to complete an in-person, 20-question multiple-choice exam in English. To pass, candidates must answer at least 15 questions correctly. The test will assess understanding of New Zealand’s legal system, democratic structures, and civic responsibilities. The proposed exam will cover topics including the Bill of Rights Act, human rights, voting rights, democratic principles, the…

Airtel Africa Plc reported strong full-year earnings for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 as profit after tax surged by 147.4 percent to $813 million, supported by robust revenue growth, improved operating margins and foreign exchange gains. The telecommunications and mobile money giant said revenue rose by 29.5 percent in reported currency to $6.42 billion while constant currency revenue increased by 24 percent during the period under review. The company attributed the strong performance to sustained customer growth, rising smartphone penetration, expanding data consumption and continued growth in Airtel Money operations across its 14 African markets. Customer base increased…

The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Seriake Dickson, has said he led the opposition party to retain political control in Bayelsa State at a time the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) sought to take over the state’s political structure. Mr Dickson, who currently represents Bayelsa West Senatorial District in the Senate, said he faced inducement, threats and intimidation because of the role he played in sustaining the opposition in the state. He claimed that during the period, many people were attacked, with some killed and others maimed. Mr Dickson made the remarks while addressing delegates at the…