Ooni backs Sunday Igboho’s security network with N100m, Hilux donation
Igboho said the proposed summit, to be hosted by the Ooni in Ile Ife, would bring together monarchs from across the South West to deliberate on security, regional unity and other strategic issues aimed at protecting and advancing the collective interests of Yorubaland.
Afia Media unveils advertising grant to boost South-East SMEs
Afia Media, Nigeria’s only South-East-focused broadcaster on DStv and GOtv platforms, has launched the Obuzo Advertising Grant, an initiative aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the region access television and radio advertising opportunities. The grant programme is designed to support businesses with increased visibility and market reach by providing promotional opportunities across […]
Devolve Power to States’: Mimiko cites Jethro principle as cure for Nigeria’s governance crisis
By Dayo Johnson Akure Former Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, says Nigeria can only break free from administrative gridlock and insecurity if power is genuinely transferred to sub-national governments. Mimiko spoke at the Pastors’ Seed Service of the 74th Annual Convention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, on the topic, “The Government […]
QNET distances self from alleged fraud syndicate, backs Immigration Service crackdown
Direct selling company, QNET, has distanced itself from an alleged criminal syndicate recently arrested by the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, warning against attempts to link the company with an organisation identified as Ignite.
Military Pay: Matawalle applauds Tinubu as privates get 80%, colonels 50%, generals 30% raise
By Kingsley Omonobi The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a salary increase for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Matawalle described the decision as “a landmark demonstration of the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare, morale […]
Withdrawal of COVID-19 Forbearance pushes banks’ bad loans above CBN limit
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The withdrawal of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) COVID-19 regulatory forbearance given to banks has pushed banks’ Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) ratio to 9.94 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26), significantly above the apex bank’s prudential benchmark of 5.0 per cent. The development was disclosed in the CBN’s first quarter […]
