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Olanike Balogun Becomes the First Female Pilot in Nigeria Customs Service History
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has marked a significant milestone by announcing Deputy Superintendent Olanike Balogun as its first-ever female pilot.
This historic achievement was shared by the NCS spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, in a statement on Sunday.
Balogun’s groundbreaking accomplishment signals a progressive step forward for the NCS, an institution traditionally dominated by male officers.
Her dedication and persistence were celebrated by the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, who praised her journey as an example of what can be achieved when determination meets institutional support.
He noted that her success highlights the Service’s ongoing commitment to building capacity, embracing innovation, and empowering its workforce.
“Her story exemplifies what is possible with determination and institutional support,” Adeniyi remarked.
Balogun’s journey to the cockpit has not only broken barriers but also serves as an inspiration to women within and outside the NCS.
Her achievement challenges the long-standing gender norms in aviation and law enforcement.
In her speech, Balogun expressed that her new role is about more than personal success.
She hopes it will encourage other women to pursue their goals, no matter the obstacles.
“My role as the first female pilot in the Service reflects my commitment as a woman to advancing my passionate dream as well as the operational capabilities of the NCS,” she stated.
FIFA has announced Saudi Arabia as the official host of the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The decision was confirmed during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress meeting on Wednesday, December 11, where Saudi Arabia’s unopposed bid was applauded by over 200 FIFA member federations attending remotely.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the vote as “loud and clear,” highlighting global support for Saudi Arabia’s bid.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed excitement, promising an exceptional tournament that will bring joy to football fans worldwide.
Additionally, FIFA confirmed that the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay hosting one match each in celebration of the tournament’s centenary. The 2026 World Cup will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The National Grid Collapses for the 12th time in 2024, it was reported that the power grid collapsed on Wednesday 11th of December around 2pm.
The reason behind the collapse has not yet been disclosed. This will be a total of 12 times that the Nigeria power grid collapsed. The collapse started becoming more frequent from the month of October, as it collapsed 3 within one week.
The information about the collapse was confirmed on by a tweet from the official page of Nigeria’s National Grid.
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has appointed five new imams for the National Mosque in Abuja.
The Secretary-General, Ishaq Oloyede, announced the appointees: Ilyasu Usman (Enugu), Luqman Zakariyah (Osun), Khalid Abubakar (Plateau), Haroun Muhammad Eze (Enugu), and Abdulkadir Salman (Kwara).
Oloyede highlighted the appointments as part of efforts to enhance the mosque’s role as a center for worship and learning. The selection process was vetted by the NSCIA’s General Purpose and Fatwa Committees, ensuring the imams’ qualifications.
This move also fulfills the council’s promise to increase representation from the South-East and South-South regions, marking a milestone in the mosque’s administration.
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