Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more lives
By Peter Egwuatu Nigeria’s campaign against illicit alcohol deserves to be seen for what it truly is, not simply a fight against counterfeit drinks, but a battle to protect consumers, safeguard legitimate businesses and defend the country’s economic future. The recent efforts by the Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to rally regulators, policymakers […]
HYPPADEC commends FG’s N80bn flood intervention, begins resettlement housing projects
By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (HYPPADEC) has commended the Federal Government for approving N80 billion to mitigate the impact of anticipated flooding in vulnerable communities across the country. Speaking with journalists on the sidelines of a three-day management consultative meeting with the commission’s state coordinators and area officers in […]
CBN Data Localisation: Galaxy Backbone moves to capture banks, fintechs
By Progress Godfrey Galaxy Backbone (GBB) has intensified its engagement with banks, fintech firms, and other financial institutions as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) moves to enforce the local storage of payment transaction data. The digital infrastructure and shared services provider, in a statement yesterday, brought together Chief Information Officers, fintech leaders, and technology stakeholders […]
2027: Kwara APC stakeholders reject Ajuloopin’s fourth-term bid
…Seek Transparent Candidate Selection By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Ekiti, Irepodun, Isin and Oke-Ero Federal Constituency of Kwara State have opposed the reported fourth-term ambition of the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Tunji Olawuyi (Ajuloopin), and expressed reservations over reports that Mrs. […]
2026 World Cup: Why I cried after Argentina defeated Egypt – Messi
Argentina captain Lionel Messi has explained why he broke down in tears after his side secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Insecurity: Governor Lawal rules out negotiations again, urges bandits to surrender or face death
Governor Dauda Lawal reiterated that his administration will never negotiate with bandits but will sustain military operations until they surrender or face the full weight of the law. The declaration was made at the inauguration of the Association of Zamfara State Indigenes Residing in Kaduna secretariat on Sunday. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Mukhtar […]
