Blog

The United Kingdom’s unemployment rate dropped unexpectedly to 4.9% in the three months to February….

The post UK unemployment falls to 4.9% in February appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigerian comedian and former BBNaija housemate, DeeOne, has said President Bola Tinubu’s administration may not be easy for Nigerians, but…

The post 2027: Why Tinubu’s govt is way forward for Nigeria — DeeOne appeared first on Tribune Online.

Three top Bundesliga clubs are interested in Nigerian youngster Zadok Yohanna, according to Sky Sports Germany.

Borussia Dortmund are leading the chase, with Bayer Leverkusen and RB Liepzig also interested.

Zadok has enjoyed a sensational start to the season with Swedish club, AIK.

The 18-year-old has registered one goal and two assists in three appearances in the Swedish Allsvenskan.

AIK are reportedly willing to sell the winger for between 20 and 25 million euros.

Zadok has been widely tipped to leave AIK in the summer.

Transfer: Bundesliga clubs track Nigerian youngster

The Cross River State Government has confirmed the isolation of a Chinese national at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital following suspected COVID-19 infection.

Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, disclosed this to journalists in Calabar on Tuesday, stating that the patient is currently receiving treatment and under close medical observation.

COVID-19 first broke out in Nigeria in February 2020, compelling the Federal Government to order a lockdown in the country as did other countries in order to prevent movements, close contacts and escalation of the spread.

Ayuk said the Chinese arrived Nigeria via Lagos on March 17, 2026, before proceeding to Calabar en route to a factory located in Akamkpa Local Government Area, where symptoms were first detected at a clinic.

He noted that the case was promptly referred to UCTH, where isolation protocols were activated, while the state immediately triggered its public health response mechanisms.

“We have activated all necessary procedures, including contact tracing and isolation, to prevent further spread,” Ayuk said, adding that officials are working in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control.

The commissioner assured residents that the situation is under control, urging calm while reiterating government’s commitment to containing any potential outbreak.

Also confirming the development, the World Health Organization coordinator in the state, Dr. Olatunde Yewande, alongside the State Epidemiologist, Dr. Inyang Ekpenyong, said surveillance and response systems have been strengthened.

They explained that COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2, presents with symptoms ranging from mild to severe, including fever, cough, fatigue, and breathing difficulties.

Health authorities advised residents to adhere strictly to preventive measures such as regular hand hygiene, vaccination, use of face masks where necessary, and avoiding close contact with suspected cases.

They emphasised that early detection and prompt isolation remain critical in limiting transmission.

COVID-19 scare in Cross River as Chinese national isolated at UCTH

The Cross River State Government has confirmed a case of COVID-19 and swiftly activated its public health emergency response mechanisms to contain any potential spread, health authorities announced. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Henry Egbe Ayuk, disclosed this on Tuesday in Calabar, assuring residents that the situation is under control and does not warrant […]

The post Cross River confirms COVID-19 case, activates emergency response appeared first on Tribune Online.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has secured an interim forfeiture order for 17 containers loaded with illicit opioids valued at over N33.6 billion.

The order was granted by the Federal High Court, Port Harcourt, following an ex parte motion filed by the agency.

In a statement on Tuesday, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, said the containers were intercepted at the Port Harcourt Ports Complex, Onne, Rivers State, on multiple dates between April and September 2025.

According to the agency, the seized consignments contain 19.6 million pills of Tramadol, Tafrodol, Tapentadol and Carisoprodol, as well as 2,496,400 bottles of codeine syrup, with a combined street value estimated at N33,691,200,000.

Ruling on the application, Justice Adamu Turaki Mohammed ordered the interim forfeiture of the containers, which contain 365,657kg of psychotropic substances, to the Federal Government.

The court also granted custody of the items to the NDLEA pending the final determination of the suit.

Reacting to the development, NDLEA Chairman, Mohamed Buba Marwa, described the forfeiture as a major blow to drug trafficking networks.

He said the action deprives criminal syndicates of resources used to fuel drug abuse and other crimes, adding that it sends a strong signal of the government’s resolve to combat illicit drug trade.

Marwa also commended the judiciary for granting the order, noting that collaboration between the courts and the agency remains critical in tackling drug-related offences.

He further praised NDLEA personnel at the Onne Port Command, as well as other security agencies and international partners, for their roles in the operation.

NDLEA secures forfeiture of N33.6bn worth of opioids intercepted at Onne

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has warned that the Independent National Electoral Commission could face fresh legal battles over ongoing disputes surrounding court orders, raising concerns about possible disruptions to the electoral timetable.

Speaking on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, faulted INEC’s handling of the situation, stressing that improper interpretation of court rulings could trigger further litigation.

Johnson said, “INEC must be cautious in handling court orders to avoid plunging the electoral process into unnecessary legal battles that could disrupt the timetable.”

The warning comes amid lingering legal disputes within the NNPP, where rival factions have previously approached the courts over leadership control and party structure.

The crisis has led to conflicting court positions and raised questions about which faction should be officially recognised by the electoral commission.

Johnson added that unresolved legal disputes within political parties, if not carefully managed, could create uncertainty ahead of upcoming electoral activities and weaken public confidence in the system.

NNPP warns INEC against fresh legal battles, timetable disruption

… faces possible death penalty American singer and Tiktok star D4vd has pleaded not guilty to the alleged murder of a 14-year-old girl, Celeste Rivas Hernandez, as prosecutors disclosed details of the charges against him.   The 21-year-old artiste, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was formally arraigned on Monday on a first-degree murder […]

The post Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old appeared first on Tribune Online.

In line with their shared vision to drive growth and innovation in West Africa, Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) and CEVA Logistics have announced the signing of a Joint Venture (JV) agreement. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing integrated logistics solutions in Nigeria and the broader West Africa region.

The agreement, which has been approved by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) of Nigeria, was formally signed recently. CEVA Logistics will hold a majority stake in the newly established joint venture.

This collaboration brings together CEVA Logistics’ extensive global network and expertise with Lagos Free Zone’s strategic location and infrastructure. The JV establishes the first global logistics leader-operated warehouse within Lagos Free Zone, home to Nigeria’s Lekki Deep Sea Port. This facility positions importers to seamlessly access West African markets, particularly multinational manufacturers serving the region. Speaking on the strategic joint venture, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Lagos Free Zone, Adesuwa Ladoja said, “This partnership with CEVA Logistics underscores our commitment to creating a one-stop solution for manufacturing and trade businesses in Nigeria. By integrating Lekki Port, reliable industrial infrastructure, and efficient logistics solutions, we are building a logistics hub for West Africa.

Collaborating with CEVA, a global leader in logistics, strengthens our ability to deliver on this vision.”
Ladoja noted that Lekki Port, with its modern infrastructure, serves as a critical entry point for goods entering West Africa. Importers leveraging the free zone warehouse facilities at Lekki Port will benefit from duty-free exports to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) markets, creating a streamlined and cost-effective logistics solution.

She added that the advantage is further reinforced by the Lagos Free Zone Green Channel — a Nigeria Customs Service–approved logistics corridor launched in February 2026 that enables cargo to move directly between Lekki Port and Lagos Free Zone in hours rather than days, significantly reducing demurrage costs and giving manufacturers the supply chain predictability needed to compete in time-sensitive regional markets.

In his remarks, the Vice President, Air and Ocean Product at CEVA IMEA, Jean-Baptiste Rambaud, stated, “We are proud to partner with Lagos Free Zone in this strategic venture. Our targeted investments in Nigeria reflect our commitment to providing uninterrupted logistics services to our global clients exporting to West Africa, including ECOWAS. This free zone warehouse is the final piece in creating a seamless logistics journey for goods and products from around the world to West Africa.”
Rambaud disclosed that the partnership will mark a new phase of enhanced logistics solutions, leading to a seamless journey for global trade in West Africa, a region with its dynamic and youthful population that represents a key growth market for global manufacturers, especially in the FMCG sector. The logistics journey to this region requires a deep understanding of trade lanes, local port operations, and customs procedures. By combining CEVA Logistics’ global capabilities with Lagos Free Zone’s integrated infrastructure, the JV will enable businesses to focus on their core operations while ensuring a seamless journey for goods from global origins to West African destinations.

About Lagos Free Zone
Promoted by Singapore-based Tolaram, Lagos Free Zone is the first privately-held deep sea port-based free trade zone in Nigeria. Centrally located in Lagos State, the commercial hub of West Africa’s largest economy, the zone covers an area of 860 hectares. It is fully equipped with world-class infrastructure, a single window clearance for ease of doing business, and is home to Lekki Deep Sea Port, which allows for access to regional and international markets. LFZ aims to be the preferred industrial hub in West Africa with world-class infrastructure and is currently home to global brands like ADM, Tata International, Kellogg’s, Colgate, Arla, Dufil, Lekki Port among others as its current tenants.

About CEVA Logistics
CEVA Logistics, a world leader in third-party logistics, provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Headquartered in Marseille, France, CEVA Logistics offers a broad range of end-to-end, customized solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground and finished vehicle transport in 170 countries worldwide thanks to its approximately 110,000 employees at more than 1,700 facilities. With 2025 revenue of US$18.3 billion, CEVA Logistics is part of the CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions.

Lagos Free Zone, CEVA Logistics Announce Strategic Joint Venture to Enhance Integrated Logistics in West Africa

Activist Aisha Yesufu has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, following its recent statement on a purportedly fabricated X account linked to its chairman, Joash Amupitan.

Reacting via her verified X account on Tuesday, Yesufu said the development raises concerns about the credibility of the electoral body ahead of future elections.

Her remarks come amid ongoing public debate over INEC’s clarification regarding the alleged fake social media account attributed to its chairman.

Recall that INEC had released a statement on Monday detailing how a fabricated X account was used in a coordinated attempt to frame Amupitan following a forensic investigation that it said found no link between him and the viral posts attributed to his name.

The commission said the probe, conducted with the support of independent cybersecurity experts, established that the account @joashamupitan and the controversial post, “Victory is sure,” were products of digital manipulation and impersonation.

However, Yusuf insists that the INEC chair cannot be trusted.

“This more than anything shows INEC under Joash Amupitan cannot be trusted to conduct free, fair and credible election. By this desperation to deny something that is so glaring, Amupitan has offered himself as a tool to be used,” she wrote.

INEC Under Amupitan Cannot Be Trusted – Aisha Yusuf is first published on The Whistler Newspaper