The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, suffering from serious arthritis, cerebral malaria and a splitting headache by three countries, turns 50 on May 28, 2025. It had a dream of regional integration, including a free and seamless flow of persons, services and capital, the elimination of customs duties, and joint development of transport, communication, […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo In a landmark effort to foster lasting peace and unity, the Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SKCLA), led by Apostle Emmanuel Nuhu Kure, has joined forces with several Chief Imams to convene a historic meeting of traditional rulers from across the region. Held in Kafanchan, the meeting brought together monarchs from various […]

By Theodore Opara Innoson Chairman Founder of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd (IVM), Chief Innocent Chukwuma, CON, has expressed optimism that the Federal Government’s newly approved Nigeria-First policy will revitalise struggling local industries and attract global investors to Nigeria’s manufacturing sector. Speaking on The Morning Brief, a Channels Television breakfast programme, on Tuesday, Chukwuma said […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has said that Ojaja Mall represents more than commerce.The mall is a newly unveiled mixed-use complex in Lagos, combining a shopping mall, multiplex cinemas and a full-service hotel under one roof. According to Ogunwusi, “It gives me great pride to see Ojaja Mall completed and […]

By Rosemary Iwunze There are indications that two of the biggest names in global and African non-banking finance and insurance services, Sanlam and Allianz, are set for completion of the expected merger of their operations in Nigeria. The firms, which have already merged operations in 27 African countries, including Ghana and Rwanda, under the SanlamAllianz […]

By Providence Ayanfeoluwa The Alternative Bank (AltBank), Nigeria’s leading non-interest bank, has announced the successful signing of the terms for a $15 million Murabaha financing line with the Islamic Trade Finance Corporation, ITFC.The deal was signed with Sterling Bank Limited and The Alternative Bank as the Executing Agency. A statement from the bank said this […]

“We have intensified our operational engagements to neutralise these economic saboteurs in our maritime environment with resounding success.

For his outstanding performance and exemplary leadership, the Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA) has commended the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji. The global plaudit for Adedeji came during the 96th management committee meeting of CATA held at Broadway House, United Kingdom, on Thursday.   A statement by Sikiru Akinola, Technical […]

By Bashir Bello KANO — The Federal Government through Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, CREDICORP, has kick started a cultural reorientation campaign in Kano to sensitize Nigerians on window opportunities to collect credits in order to move them out of poverty circle and better their lives. Speaking at the event, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Uzoma […]

By TEMITAYO AJILA I write this appeal from the depths of my heart to the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladelusi Ogunlade Aladetoyinbo, Odundun II; the Iwarafa Mefa; and all sons and daughters of Akure, including many distinguished Nigerians. I plead for understanding and unity among all communities of the Akure District – Akure, Isolo, Isinkan, […]