First Bank named Nigeria’s strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance
First Bank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion service provider, has been recognised as the strongest brand in Nigeria in the “Nigeria 25 2026” ranking by Brand Finance, a leading independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy. The Bank achieved an AAA+ rating, the highest possible distinction, underscoring its unmatched brand strength and leadership […]
CIDO Asthma Foundation launches medical outreach
The Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation has continued to leave an indelible mark on the Igbuzo community, with its wide-ranging humanitarian initiatives transforming lives and strengthening grassroots development. Over the years, the foundation has distinguished itself through impactful empowerment programmes, including scholarship schemes for students, tricycle (keke) distribution to boost youth employment, free medical outreaches, cash […]
Indigenising mechanised agric tech in Katsina State
Across growing seasons and dry spells, a quiet agricultural revolution is unfolding in Katsina State — led by Dr. Umar Suleiman, Head of the Katsina State Sustainable Platform for Agriculture (KASPA).
2027: A divided opposition will aid Tinubu’s return, by Olu Fasan
It is a common political maxim, bearing more than a kernel of truth. Divided parties don’t win elections. Equally, a divided opposition can’t defeat a determined incumbent, however appalling its performance. That truism has played out twice in Nigeria’s recent past and seems likely to repeat itself in next year’s presidential election. In 2015, the Peoples […]
Gov Radda’s digital revolution in Katsina, by Ikechukwu Amaechi
When I told a couple of friends on Saturday that I was going to Katsina State, they asked the same question: Must you go? My affirmative answer elicited a familiar, albeit cryptic admonition: I hope you made adequate security arrangements. That is how scared most people, particularly in the South, are right now about Katsina, […]
Ijebu East students, leaders back Kasali’s Ogun Assembly bid
By Adesina Wahab Students, youths and their leaders from Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State yesterday trooped out to show their support and solidarity for Prince Temitope Kasali, who is aspiring to represent the area in the Ogun State House of Assembly. Kasali, popularly called Kastopee, is gunning for the ticket of the […]
