Tinubu, Idris, and a whole new 2027 campaign, by Suleiman A. Suleiman
Nigerians paying close attention to the emerging 2027 presidential campaign would by now have the sense, as I have, that this election will be very different from previous ones. We are only a few weeks in, no doubt, but it seems clear enough that this election will be fought on policy and strategic voter engagement. […]
Xenophobia: Tinubu drags South Africa to AU
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu yesterday formally reported the recurring xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks against Africans and other nationals in South Africa to the African Union, warning that the incidents undermined the continent’s solidarity, unity and peaceful coexistence.
US strikes Iran for first time in a month
The United States said Sunday it had carried out strikes on Iranian rocket launchers on a small island in the Strait of Hormuz, its first attacks on Iran since late July.
Denge Josef Onoh: The man behind the conviction
…Celebrating a Life of Courage, Loyalty, Principle and Purpose By Dennis Agbo Some people are remembered for the offices they occupied. Others are remembered for the battles they fought. And there are a few whose presence is remembered simply because of the kind of people they are.Denge Dr. Josef Umunnakwe Onoh, Oka-ome IV of Ngwo […]
Faith, discipline shaped my children’s success, says retired teacher
By Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja A 70-year-old retired teacher, Mrs Ngozi-Stella Atinko, has attributed the success of her children and her achievements in life to faith in God, prayer, discipline and selflessness. Atinko spoke in Abuja on Sunday during celebrations marking her 70th birthday, where she reflected on her life and the challenges she overcame, particularly […]
Maritime Lawyer Daji to unveil ‘Blueprint for Financial Freedom’ Sept 4
Nigerian maritime lawyer, entrepreneur and author, Melvin Ponsak Daji, is set to unveil his new book, Blueprint for Financial Freedom, to the public on Friday, September 4, 2026. The book offers a practical roadmap for individuals seeking to move beyond earning an income to achieving financial stability, building productive assets and securing long-term prosperity. The […]
Senator Adegbonmire lists empowerment, health, education projects across Ondo central
— Says no constituency is neglected By Dayo Johnson Akure The Senator representing Ondo Central Senatorial District, Adeniyi Adegbonmire (SAN), has declared that his constituency interventions cut across all six local government areas he represents. Adegbonmire denied claims that Ijare in Ifedore Local Government Area had been excluded from his constituency projects and programmes. In […]
Nigerian Army X account hit in second military cyber breach
The Nigerian Army has reported an attempted unauthorised access to its official X account, marking the second reported cyber breach involving a Nigerian military social media account in about two weeks. The Army’s account began publishing memecoin-related updates at about 3:50 p.m. on Saturday, before the development was flagged as a cybersecurity incident. The Acting […]
2027: Kano women’s group endorses Abba Yusuf for second term
The Kano Women Vanguard for Good Governance, KWVGG, has thrown its weight behind the re-election bid of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, endorsing him for a second term on the strength of what it described as his administration’s “transformative” development projects across the state.
FTSE Russell reclassification, opportunity to deepen Nigeria’s market — NGX Group CEO
The confirmation of Nigeria’s return to FTSE Russell’s Frontier Market universe creates an opportunity to deepen the country’s capital market, broaden international participation and mobilise more long-term capital for Nigerian businesses, Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NGX Group, has said. FTSE Russell has confirmed that Nigeria’s reclassification from Unclassified to Frontier Market […]
Ikogosi warm springs resort joins AFRIMMA for 2026 festival
African music and culture will take centre stage in Dallas, Texas, on September 12, with Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort joining AFRIMMA as presenting sponsor of this year’s music festival. Themed “A Day in Africa,” the festival which will take place at Annette Strauss Square at the AT&T Performing Arts Center will bring together music, food, […]
