NEITI raises alarm over illicit financial flows in solid minerals sector
By Obas Esiedesa The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has raised concerns over rising illicit financial flows in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, warning that weak regulation, illegal mining and opaque ownership structures are undermining the industry’s contribution to the economy. In a policy brief released on Thursday in Abuja titled, “Stemming the Scourge of Illicit […]
APC Primaries: Tinubu warns against rancour, urges consensus, fair play
President Bola Tinubu has urged All Progressives Congress (APC) members to prioritize unity and sportsmanship as nationwide primaries commence today, warning against rancorous conduct that could undermine the party’s strength ahead of the 2026 general elections.
How mafia fought to frustrate $20bn Dangote Petroleum Refinery — Dangote
“It was like swimming across the ocean. Once you’re in the middle, you can’t go back, so you keep moving forward.
Hoodlums attack FUTO community, shoot 1, injure many
By Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI – Hoodlums suspected to be herdsmen, Wednesday night attacked Eziobodo, the host community of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, shooting one person and left many others injured. A source in the community, who pleaded anonymity, said the incident followed a failed abduction attempt by the hoodlums in the area. The […]
2027: ‘What makes Beninese workers better than Oyo youths?’ — PDP guber aspirant
The PDP aspirant said technical and vocational training must be revived to tackle unemployment and improve productivity.
NMA condemns EFCC raid on UUTH, urges Tinubu to probe incident
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has condemned the alleged invasion of the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), describing the action as reckless, unacceptable and a threat to healthcare workers in the country. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the NMA National […]
Digital procurement to the rescue as Africa’s boardrooms battle fraud, waste
Analysts say the conversation is timely particularly as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics reshape enterprise operations globally
Stakeholders reaffirm support for One China policy in Nigeria
By Favour Ulebor, Abuja China and Nigerian foreign policy experts on Thursday reaffirmed support for the One China policy, insisting that Taiwan remains an inseparable part of China. The position was made known during a media salon held in Abuja, where speakers also warned against what they described as separatist activities by Taiwan authorities. Speaking […]
2027: NDC chieftain, Nelson Akuma picks Ebonyi South Senatorial form
By Ephraim Oseji Ebonyi State was agog on Thursday as a chieftain of Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC), Chief Nelson Akuma formally purchased his Expression of Interest and Nomination forms to contest the Ebonyi South Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. He obtained the forms at the Nigeria Democratic Party’s national secretariat in Abuja amid […]
Does it matter to Africa if Nigel Farage comes to number 10? By Azu Ishiekwene
The next British general election is in 2029, but you could already feel the tremor from the Council election of May 7. The surge of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK Party is the clearest warning sign yet that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is living on borrowed time. The Labour Party is divided, its influence weakened, and Starmer’s […]
CNN features Governor Hope Uzodimma and Imo State at 50, Highlights state’s rise as West Africa’s next investment frontier
A major international feature spotlighted Governor Hope Uzodimma’s administration and the state’s drive across infrastructure, energy, digital transformation, education and industrial development. The report highlighted major initiatives including the Orashi Special Energy Free Trade Zone, Skill Up Imo, Imo Digital City and the broader 3R Agenda as part of efforts to reposition the southeast state for […]
