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  Culled from LEADERSHIP Newspaper,  Andrew Ojiezel  By allcitynews.ng The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intercepted two tankers designated for transporting edible vegetable oil after they were found carrying Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) in Lagos. The seizure comes barely three months after the agency warned transporters against using the same tankers for petroleum products and edible oil, describing the practice as a serious threat to public health. Speaking to journalists on Monday, NAFDAC’s Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Mr Martins Iluyomade, said the tankers were intercepted during a recent enforcement operation in Lagos. According to him, investigations revealed that the two vehicles, which were meant exclusively for transporting edible vegetable oil, had been loaded with diesel in clear violation of food safety regulations. He disclosed that the tanker manager claimed he was unaware of the...

  From LEADERSHIP Newspaper, Andrew Ojiezel by allcitynews.ng The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned that it is ready for a major nationwide struggle to secure a new national minimum wage and better pensions for retired workers. NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, said the union would not accept a review of workers’ salaries without a corresponding increase in pension benefits, adding that organised labour would also push for the creation of a National Minimum Pension. Ajaero spoke during the commissioning of the Comrade Godwin Abumisi Pensioners Legacy House and Multipurpose Hall in Abuja. He said rising inflation and the high cost of living have made the current minimum wage and pension inadequate, leaving many workers and retirees struggling to survive. “We are currently preparing for a major national struggle for a comprehensive review of the national minimum wage,” Ajaero said. “But it is no longer acceptable to discuss the welfare of workers wit...

  From LEADERSHIP Newspaper bby allcitynews.ng     By Andrew Ojiezel  The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has set a July 31, 2026 deadline for all large taxpayers to wholly adopt the national e-invoicing and electronic fiscal system (EFS). This is sequel to a public notice issued by NRS on the implementation timeline and the mandatory adoption of the national e-invoicing and EFS otherwise known as the Merchant Buyer Solution (MBS). NRS chairman, Zacch Adedeji, personally signed the public notice informing all large taxpayers of the need to complete the onboarding, integration, testing, and commencement of invoice transmission to the NRS e-invoicing platform in accordance with the prescribed implementation framework. According to a statement issued  by special adviser on media to the chairman, Dare Adekanmbi, “NRS has already commenced compliance monitoring activities in order to assess the level of adherence to the e-invoicing mandate among large taxpayers. “...

  By allcitynews.ng    Access Bank has concluded plans to host the maiden edition of its MSME Conference on Friday, July 24, 2026, at its Head Office in Victoria Island, Lagos. The conference, themed “AI for SMEs: Scaling Through Digital Tools,” will bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders, policymakers, and technology experts to explore how artificial intelligence can accelerate the growth and competitiveness of Nigeria’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).   The event will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions led by representatives from the presidency on Entrepreneurship Development, Master Card, Huawei, World Trade Center Lagos, Dataleum, Aktivate Labs, and other leading institutions.  These sessions will provide participants with practical insights into digital transformation, emerging business trends, and innovative solutions that enable SMEs to build resilient, technology-enabled enterprises and scale ...

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  By allcitynews.ng  Spain finally broke Argentina’s dogged resistance in extra time to win the men’s World Cup for the second time with a 1-0 victory. Just as world leaders watched the  game with Infantino, together with  President Donald, Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, King Felipe of Spain and other members of the Trump family, watched the game in Donald Trump’s private box at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres dethroned the 10-man Argentina team, neutralised the Messi magic in a 1-0 win that drew hot tears from the eyes of the Lionel. The Barcelona winger Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a disjointed game that was almost ruined by Argentina’s spoiling tactics, which backfired when they were reduced to 10 men for extra time by the late dismissal of Enzo Fernández for two yellow cards. Spain had dominated throughout, having 20 shots to an extraordinary two from Argentina – both as they chased an equalise...