Middle East crisis: Chemical, pharma manufacturers at highest risk — MAN
By Yinka Kolawole THE Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has raised alarm over the escalating military confrontation involving the United States, Israel and Iran, warning that Nigeria’s chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers face the gravest risk as global economic shocks ripple through the industrial sector. In a statement, Director General of MAN, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, said the […]
US–Iran war: Despite Dangote price cut, marketers sell petrol at N1,330/litre
Despite the reduction in the gantry price of Dangote Petroleum Refinery to N1,200 per litre from N1,275 per litre, oil marketers have continued to sell Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol, at N1,330 per litre and above in Lagos and its environs.
Akpanudom assumes duty at FCID Lagos, promises transparency
…pledges regular media engagement, humane detention reforms, and improved investigations By Efe Onodjae The Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Ikoyi, Lagos, yesterday, witnessed the formal assumption of duty of the 56th Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Simeon Akpanudom, who vowed to drive transparency, strengthen public trust, and reform operational practices in the department. Akpanudom, […]
Obi donates ₦10m to Ehime General Hospital, calls for greater support to health sector
Mr. Peter Obi has visited Ehime General Hospital in Ehime Mbano, where he donated ₦10 million to support ongoing efforts to deliver quality healthcare services.
Ozegbe felicitates with Onyeme over birthday anniversary
Frontline contender for the Ndokwa West Constituency House of Assembly seat in the forthcoming 2027 general elections, Mr John Ikechukwu Ozegbe, has extended warm, heartfelt felicitations to Delta State Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, on the joyful occasion of his Birthday anniversary. Ozegbe’s felicitation was contained in a congratulatory birthday message which he personally signed […]
Chants of treason: No water, no electricity, no food! By Owei Lakemfa
A diplomat from the Group of Seven, G7, countries in March 2026, invited me to dinner in Abuja. The first thing he asked was how I was coping with water supply. The diplomatic mission, like some others, is suffering disruption of water supply. I explained that since I relocated to Abuja from Lagos a quarter of […]
Delta ADC clarifies unity, urges members to follow leadership ahead of congresses
The Delta State Transition Leadership Team of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has clarified that the party remains united, following reports suggesting otherwise.
Gov Mbah, Ezekwesili, others celebrate Prof Joy Ezeilo at 60
The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has hailed renowned legal scholar and human rights activist, Prof. Joy Ezeilo, SAN, as an “icon whose life reflects courage and service” during her 60th birthday celebrations in Enugu.
Northern Governors, Kano Emir, NSA mourn El-Rufai’s mother
Northern Governors represented by Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, on Sunday joined dignitaries, family members and mourners at the National Mosque Abuja for the Janazah (funeral) prayer of the late Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmed El-Rufai.
FIFA agent Drew Uyi applauds Warri stadium’s world-class pitch, robust security
FIFA licensed football agent, Drew Uyi, has assessed the ongoing renovation and remodeling works at the Warri City Stadium and came up with this verdict, that the Delta State government was doing something remarkable that will impact positively in the global repositioning of Nigeria in the global football map. The London-based Drew Uyi, who flew […]
Stakeholders back retention of specialised status for Maritime Academy
In a decisive move that signals a major shift in Nigeria’s maritime education policy, stakeholders, host community leaders, and the Governing Council of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria MAN, Oron, Akwa Ibom State, yesterday reached a consensus that the institution will retain its specialised academy status rather than pursue conversion into a conventional university.
ADC Sokoto condemns ‘Public Humiliation’ of State chairman at NEC meeting
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned what it described as the “insulting and disgraceful public humiliation” of its State Chairman, Hon. Umar Faruk Muhammad, during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja on March 25, 2026. In a statement issued on Sunday […]
NILOWV leads coalition to press for increased women representation
By Esther Onyegbula IN a renewed push to address gender imbalance in Nigeria’s political space, the League of Women Voters of Nigeria, NILOWV, Lagos Chapter, on Monday led a coalition of women’s groups on a peaceful advocacy march to the Lagos Mainland Federal Constituency Secretariat, demanding urgent legislative action on the Special Seats for Women […]
Edema breaks silence on Delta South Senate calls, says Focus remains on current assignment
Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema has broken his silence on growing calls for him to contest the Delta South Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, stating that he remains focused on his current responsibilities and has not taken any decision on a future bid.
Okpebholo pledges revival of moribund industries at BENCCIMA Trade Fair pre-launch
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to revive all moribund industries owned by the state government as part of efforts to boost economic growth and reposition the state as a hub for trade and investment.
Nigeria’s reforms driving strong domestic capital mobilisation – NGX Group CEO
The Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Exchange Group Plc, Temi Popoola, has said Nigeria’s ongoing economic reforms are already strengthening domestic capital formation and positioning the country for deeper global investment partnerships.
