Tinubu-Ruto banter as food for thought, by Azu Ishiekwene
Listening to Kenyan President William Ruto diss Nigerians with a smile from faraway Italy, one would think he had taken a page from Amos Tutuola’s The Palm-Wine Drinkard. It was obvious that Ruto assumed Nigerians spoke that variety of unconventional English rendered by Tutuola in his story of magical realism from Yoruba mythology. Yes, Tutuola’s English […]
Adebiyi Alex-Adedipe picks nomination form, promises better representation
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Barr. Adebiyi Alex-Adedipe has picked the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms as he kicks off his bid to represent Akure North/South Federal Constituency. Speaking after obtaining the forms, Alex-Adedipe promised to deliver quality and effective representation, vowing to prioritize the needs and aspirations of his constituents if elected. […]
NANS Diaspora hails Enikanolaiye’s appointment as foreign affairs minister
The National Association of Nigerian Students in Diaspora has congratulated Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye on his appointment as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. The group described the appointment as timely and deserving, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements and improve support for Nigerians abroad. In a statement signed by its leader, […]
Firm targets Africa’s growth with fresh corporate identity
Principal investment, financial advisory, private equity and asset management firm, Argentil Group, has expressed committed to shaping the future of enterprise, markets and sustainable value creation across Nigeria and beyond, even as it unveils a new corporate brand identity. Co-Founder and Chairperson of the Argentil Group, Mr Adekunle Adedeji, said the move signals clarity of […]
Oando boss, Wale Tinubu, celebrates Nigerian workers on May Day
The Group Chief Executive of Oando Plc, Mr. Adewale Tinubu, has congratulated Nigerian workers on the occasion of the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration, describing them as indispensable drivers of economic growth and national development.
Nigeria strengthens global tech voice as Tijani emerges ITU Council chair
By Progress Godfrey Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has been appointed Chair of the 2026 Council of the International Telecommunication Union, ITU, in a move that strengthens the country’s voice in global digital policy. According to a statement on Thursday, the Minister’s appointment was announced at the Council’s inaugural […]
