Illicit arms fueling banditry, terrorism, communal violence — Ribadu
ABUJA — The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has identified the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons as a major driver of insecurity, banditry, terrorism and communal violence in Nigeria. Ribadu stated this on Thursday in Abuja at a workshop on lessons learnt from Nigeria’s 2016 National Baseline Survey on Illicit […]
I won’t contest presidency again after 2027 – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt to become Nigeria’s president, ruling out any plan to contest the office again in 2031.
Osun: Adeleke family to provide scholarships for children, dependants of election victims
OSOGBO — The Adeleke family has pledged to provide scholarships up to university level for children and dependants of persons who lost their lives during the August 15 Osun State governorship election. Governor Ademola Adeleke disclosed this on his X platform on Wednesday while reflecting on his victory and receipt of his Certificate of Return. […]
FG unveils 11 major economic reforms, promises results
ABUJA — The Federal Government has unveiled 11 major economic and financial reforms implemented between May 2023 and December 2025, saying the measures are aimed at addressing longstanding structural challenges and laying the foundation for sustainable economic growth. The reforms were highlighted by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, […]
Guinness declares N265bn in revenue as PAT grows 53% to N25.3bn in H1 2026
Guinness Nigeria Plc has reaffirmed its confidence in the strength and future of its business, as the Company enters a new phase of growth underpinned by improved profitability, a significantly stronger balance sheet and continued investment in its brands, manufacturing capabilities and route to market.
South-West APC Youths rally behind Tinubu’s 2027 bid
By Dayo Johnson, Akure AKURE — Youth stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, across the six South-West states are set to converge for a leadership and engagement programme aimed at strengthening youth participation in governance and mobilising support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The programme, tagged “APC South-West […]
