Agro exports crash 31% as port delays, pesticides trigger global rejections
Nigeria’s agricultural exports suffered a sharp 31.2 per cent decline in the first quarter of 2026 (Q1’26) as prolonged port delays, excessive pesticide application, outdated chemical preservatives and failure to obtain required phytosanitary certification combined to trigger increasing rejection of the country’s farm produce in international markets.
We had good leadership – Goodie Ibru; as ‘The Ibru Story’ launch holds July 22
By Providence Ayanfeoluwa & Cynthia Alo Accomplished businessman and elder statesman, Goodie Ibru, has attributed the success of the Ibru family business empire to effective leadership and responsible followership, saying the family was fortunate to have been guided by strong leadership under the late patriarch, Olorogun Michael Ibru.This is even as “The Ibru Story”, an […]
When will Nigeria truly understand the value of the FIFA World Cup?
Nigeria, unfortunately, continues to see football largely through the narrow prism of administration and competition, rather than as a strategic national asset.
Gridlock: Bad road, ongoing works cripple Ota-Atan-Idiroko expressway
By Godwin Oritse The persistent traffic congestion along the Ota-Goro-Atan-Idiroko Expressway has been largely attributed to the deteriorating condition of the road and the slow pace of the ongoing reconstruction project, rather than the activities of security agencies. The Federal Government awarded the reconstruction of the highway in 2023, but several sections of the road […]
Wema Bank emerges Euromoney’s Best Digital Bank for Consumers
By Henry Obetta Wema Bank Plc has been named Nigeria’s Best Digital Bank for Consumers 2026 by Euromoney, in a recognition that highlights the lender’s leadership in digital innovation, customer experience and financial inclusion. The award, which is part of the Euromoney Awards for Excellence, celebrates banks that are transforming financial services through innovation, measurable […]
Gunmen abduct pastor’s wife, three children in Borno
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have abducted the wife of a pastor and his three children in Damasak, headquarters of Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State. The victims, whose identities have not been disclosed, were reportedly travelling to Damasak on Saturday when the attackers intercepted their vehicle near Kareto village and […]
