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U.S. says Iran port blockade fully enforced, trade halted
Washington. April 15, 2026 The U.S. military said it had successfully enforced a naval blockade against Iran, halting maritime trade…
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Washington. April 15, 2026 The U.S. military said it had successfully enforced a naval blockade against Iran, halting maritime trade…
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IMF endorses Nigeria’s bank recapitalisation, calls for stronger fiscal buffers
By Nana Musa Washington, April 15, 2026 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has endorsed Nigeria’s ongoing bank recapitalisation drive. It…
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US-Israel-Iran: Who won and who lost the war? By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533, 0803 251 0193 Prussian war strategist, Carl von Clausewitz, defines war as the continuation of politics…
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The Aburi Accord and why it collapsed By Emeka Asinugo (See some vintage pictures)
Of recent, a video clip has been circulating in the social media of a gentleman who heavily criticized the Biafran…
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ADC convention: Atiku, Obi, Amaechi, harp on unity, viable candidate
By Nefishetu Yakubu Abuja, April 14, 2026 Leaders of African Democratic Congress (ADC) have stressed the need for unity and…
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Abia, ANPA to partner on healthcare delivery – Otti
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, April 14, 2026 Gov. Alex Otti has said that Abia is ready to collaborate with the…
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ADC convention ratifies David Mark-led NWC
By Nefishetu Yakubu Abuja, April 14, 2026 African Democratic Congress (ADC) has ratified the National Working Committee (NWC) led by…
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Aliko Dangote meets World Bank Group’s President, Ajay Banga, in Washington DC
The President/Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has met with the World Bank Group’s President, Mr. Ajay Banga…
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Guterres urges U.S.–Iran talks, warns against eroding international law
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, April 14, 2026 United Nations Secretary General, António Guterres, has called for serious negotiations between…
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Old tax laws made Nigerians poor, new systems will create opportunities, prosperity, says Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, said colonial-era tax laws impoverished Nigerians through fragmentation, multiplicity, and inconsistencies, and assured…
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NIMASA DG commends NSDP graduates, urges professionalism
The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has described beneficiaries of the…
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PFPAD: Guterres urges global action against racism
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, April 14, 2026 António Guterres has urged countries to implement the Durban Declaration and Programme…
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Afreximbank and Government of St Kitts and Nevis sign Hosting Agreement for ACTIF2026
Cairo, Egypt | Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis 14 April 2026 African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the signing of…
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(Poem) Members of the Bench, and members of the Stool By Chinedu Agu
They sweep to court in flowing thread, With heavy books and learned heads, Their voices grave, their faces cool, Yet…
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Reforms shield Nigeria from global shocks, sustain economic progress – Edun
By Nana Hauwa Washington, April 14, 2026 The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, says…
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The Insecurity Triad: Money, Land and Mind — The Capstone By MAX AMUCHIE
A nation does not collapse all at once. It erodes—layer by layer, system by system—until what once appeared unshakable begins…
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World Bank advice risks dragging Nigeria back into fuel import trap, violates Petroleum Law — Energy experts warn
Energy experts have criticised recent recommendations by the World Bank urging Nigeria to deepen fuel importation and fully liberalise its…
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EFCC warns banks against unsecured loans
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has cautioned Nigerian banks against granting…
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ICPC arraigns El-Rufai on nine-count charge; Court adjourns for bail ruling
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, on…
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Atiku condemns alleged plot against ADC Convention venue in Abuja
2027 presidential hopeful and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused the Federal Government of attempting…
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UN reaffirms support for Nigerian-led solutions
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, April 14, 2026 The UN Deputy Secretary-General, Ms Amina Mohammed, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment…
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NCDMB, Seplat firm up plans for take-off of Centre of Excellence at DELSU
Key Management staff of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and Seplat Energy Plc met with principal officers…
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Nneoma Jane Ezioma Ugenyi, Matriarch of Ugenyi family, goes home, Friday, April 17; Celebrated in New Jersey, USA
All is set for the final home going ceremony in honour of Nneoma Jane Ezioma Ugenyi, nee Asiegbu, the Matriarch…
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Abia lawmaker launches Education Support Scheme, begins with 250 beneficiaries
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Abia State lawmaker representing Isiala Ngwa North State Constituency, Chief Collins Iheonunekwu, has launched an education support…
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