Benin Republic
15 Apr
Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has met with the Customs Administration of Benin Republic to facilitate trade operations and ensure efficient management of cross-border activities for the mutual benefit of both nations.
23 Feb
The Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, has returned to Nigeria two years after his sojourn in Benin Republic while on exile.
3 Jan
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) said it has commenced an investigation into the alleged six-week degree scheme in Ecole Superieure de Gestion et de Technologies (ESGT) in Cotonou, Benin Republic. The Commission in a statement by its Spokesperson, Azuka Ogugua, said the move began when ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Adamu…
28 Dec
The police in Ogun State have arrested one Tayo Adeleke, a member of a kidnapping and child trafficking gang operating in the state. According to the police, Adeleke and his team specialised in kidnapping children and selling them in neighbouring Benin Republic. The Guardian learnt that Adeleke is currently undergoing interrogation, following the latest attempt he made with two other…
10 Dec
Taiwo Josu, a young lady in her 20s, strapped a school bag on her back; another of such bag was fastened on her chest, while a sack sat on her head. She appeared like someone set for the space, as she walked slowly under the heavy weight of what she carried this sweltering afternoon. Josu…
12 Sep 2023
The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) said it has concluded plans to partner with the Republic of Benin Customs Administration so as to enhance cross-border trade between the two West African nations. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the Ag. Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi expressed their commitment to partner with their…
27 Aug 2023
From the bustling city of Lagos to other parts of the country, the presence of hardworking artisans and craftsmen from Togo, Ghana and Benin Republic is unmistakable as they have become an integral part of the Nigerian economy, providing valuable skills and services that help to drive the country's growth. They are an invaluable resource…
18 Jul 2023
President Bola Tinubu is hosting presidents of three neighbouring West African countries at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The three presidents visiting President Tinubu are Patrice Talon of Benin Republic, Umaro Sissoco Embalo of Guinea-Bissau; and Mohammed Bazoum of Niger Republic. Although details of their visit to Abuja are not officially made available as of the…
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