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 NDC Exempts Obi, Kwankwaso From Anti-Defection Oath Policy The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has exempted its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and vice-presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, from its newly introduced anti-defection oath, which is aimed at discouraging elected officials from leaving the party after winning elections. The party’s National Secretary, Ikenna Enekweizu, disclosed this on Wednesday during an appearance on a television, where he defended the policy amid criticism that it may violate constitutional provisions. Enekweizu said the requirement for candidates to sign an oath of loyalty is grounded in the party’s constitution and is designed to prevent the wave of defections that has weakened several political parties in recent years. “First and foremost, a political party is like any other association, and every member who subscribes to the membership of the party is bound by the provisions of the constitution of the party and decisions taken by the p...

 NIGERIA CUSTOMS SERVICE AND AMERICAN BUSINESS COUNCIL DEEPEN TRADE COLLABORATION The Nigeria Customs Service and the American Business Council have renewed their commitment to deepening trade relations and resolving business challenges through sustained public-private sector collaboration. At the quarterly meeting in Abuja, both parties focused on enhancing trade facilitation, strengthening security, and fostering stronger economic ties between Nigeria and the United States. The Comptroller-general of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, announced plans to institutionalise the engagement as a permanent feature of the Customs calendar, underscoring the value of regular stakeholder consultations. He also highlighted progress in key reforms, including the Advance Ruling System, the Authorised Economic Operator Programme, Post Clearance Audit, the B'Odogwu Platform, and improvements to cargo clearance processes. President America Business Council Nneka Enwereji, described the session as highly p...

 Amnesty International Condemns Deadly Attack On Southern Kaduna Community Amnesty International has condemned the deadly attack carried out by gunmen on the Irigwe community of Angwan Magaji in Kamaru Ward, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, which left nine people dead and 11 others injured. The attack, which occurred late on the night of June 16, also claimed the lives of two young children aged five and four years.  According to Amnesty International, several victims were killed in their homes, while search efforts are still ongoing for residents reported missing after the incident. Describing the attack as one of the deadliest recent incidents in Southern Kaduna, Amnesty International expressed deep concern over the continued insecurity in the region, where communities have faced recurrent killings, abductions, and violent attacks. The organization criticized what it described as the authorities’ failure to effectively address the persistent violence and ensure a...