N47 trillion later: A midterm reality check for state power, by Dakuku Peterside
The halfway mark of any journey invites a reckoning, and politics is no exception. In mature liberal democracies, the reckoning is built into the calendar: midterm elections test the strength of the governing party by subjecting its record to the electorate’s cold appraisal. One of the defining features of American-style liberal democracy is the midterm performance […]
Reps move to rejuvenate Nigeria’s textile industry
The House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to ban importation of foreign textiles as a way of rejuvenating the production of local textile materials in the country. This was sequel to the adoption of a motion by Rep. Garba Muhammed (NNPP-Kano) at the plenary on Wednesday. Moving the motion, Muhammad said that the Nigerian […]
ITMB records 51% earning surge, appoints new CEO
By Favour Ulebor – Abuja Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank Plc (ITMB) has defied Nigeria’s harsh economic realities to post a remarkable 51 per cent growth in gross earnings for the year 2024. The announcement came during the bank’s 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in a hybrid format on Tuesday in Abuja, where shareholders and […]
Politics of JAMB failure and Nigerian child’s right to education
By TAIWO AKINLAMI The recent outcry over the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, results has reignited public concern about Nigeria’s crumbling educational system. With over 1.95 million candidates sitting for UTME, only 21.5 per cent scored above 200, while a staggering 78.5 per cent scored below the university benchmark. This has provoked nationwide anger, complaints of […]
Tinubu’s “Nigeria First Policy” to unlock potentials of industries – AMMON
The Association of Meter Manufacturers of Nigeria (AMMON), a coalition of industry leaders committed to advancing local meter manufacturing, ensuring quality standards, and supporting Nigeria’s energy sector growth, has expressed enthusiasm for President Bola Tinubu’s “Nigeria First Policy”.
Creative event designers unite as ACEDA holds milestone town hall
The Association of Creative Event Designers, Abuja (ACEDA), recorded a landmark achievement with the successful hosting of its recent town hall meeting—an event that has been described as a major turning point in the association’s journey toward unity, professionalism, and strategic growth. Held in Abuja, the meeting drew a vibrant attendance from members across the […]
