By Wandoo Sombo Abuja, March 4, 2026 The Attorney- General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has taken over prosecution of former AGF, Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulaziz over alleged terrorism and illegal possession of firearms charges. The Department of State Services (DSS) filed a five-count charge against Malami and his son at […]
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Umuahia, March 3, 2026 The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr. Shehu Mohammed, has warned personnel against indiscipline, extortion and abuse of authority. Mohammed issued the warning on Tuesday during a sensitisation engagement with staff in Umuahia. The event, organised by the Corps, was titled ‘Sensitisation Programme on Discipline, […]
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri has defended his position on the 2027 presidential contest, insisting that it is in the country’s interest for the South to retain the presidency. Speaking in a television interview, Fintiri argued that no northerner should contest the nation’s top office at this time, emphasising fairness, unity, and the principle of […]
The future of secure and intelligent networking took centre stage over the weekend, as leading technology distributor, TD Africa, in collaboration with Cisco and Arravo Technology, hosted an exclusive C-level customer engagement focused on strengthening enterprise security and building resilient network infrastructures. The event brought together senior decision-makers from various organisations to explore how businesses […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance, subject to confirmation by the Senate. The President has forwarded Oyedele’s nomination to the Senate in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Oyedele will replace Doris Uzoka-Anite, who has been reassigned as Minister of State at the […]
Nigeria’s Super Falcons produced a commanding display to defeat the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon 3-1 in an international friendly played at the Military Stadium in Yaounde on Tuesday evening. The match was the second of a two-game tour and served as part of preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The […]
Across continents and cultures, across democracies and dictatorships, across political systems that claim sophistication and those that claim to be developing, a troubling pattern appears to be consolidating itself in recent years. It is the steady elevation of loyalty over and above competence in public life. It is the quiet but determined patronage of loyalty […]
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has elected Chief Yemi Sanusi and 35 others as members of its State Executive Committee for a four-year term. The election was ratified through a voice affirmation by 1,180 delegates and statutory delegates at the State Congress held at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Abeokuta. The […]
Businessman, entrepreneur and tested administrator, Chief Austin Onyedebelu has been elected the new Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, taking over from esthwhile Chairman of the Party, Sir MacDonald Ebere, whose four years tenure came to a glorious end with a State Congress to elect his successor, Tuesday, March 3. Onyedebelu […]
By Ihechinyere Chigemeri-Uwom Nvosi (Abia), March 3, 2026 Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has announced institutional reforms to reposition the organisation for greater impact and strengthen its leadership structure. President-General, Sen. John Azuta-Mbata, disclosed this during a visit to Gov. Alex Otti in Nvosi, Isiala Ngwa South of Abia. Azuta-Mbata, represented by his deputy, Chief Okey Nwadinobi, […]
Zenith Bank Plc will commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day with a renewed call to purposeful action and leadership. As part of preparations to celebrate this significant occasion, the Bank is set to hold its annual International Women’s Day Seminar on Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Aligned with the […]
…204 room hotel to open December 2026 The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) on Monday signed an international management agreement (IMA) with Radisson Hospitality Belgium, and Edison Hotel and Property Development Company, in respect of the Board’s 204 rooms hotel and conference center, developed adjacent the Nigerian Content Tower, Swali, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The management […]
War without strategy becomes escalation without exit. Is a war with Iran in the best interest of the United States? That is not a rhetorical question. It is a strategic one. And if we are serious about American interests—security, economic stability, global leadership—the answer deserves more than slogans and flag-waving. War is not a tweet. […]
March 2, 2026 Introduction The story of humanity’s fall begins in the Garden of Eden, where Adam and Eve’s disobedience led to sin entering the world (Genesis 3:15). This pivotal event had far-reaching consequences, separating humanity from God and plunging the world into darkness. The Consequences of Disobedience Adam and Eve’s actions resulted in: – […]
Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce platform, Konga, has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Berekete Sales, a nationwide promotional campaign designed to deliver exceptional value to customers across key product categories. The initiative reinforces Konga’s commitment to affordability, accessibility, and innovation while strengthening its position as a trusted retail partner for millions of Nigerians. The […]
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, March 3, 2026 U.S. First Lady, Melania Trump, on Monday presided over historic Security Council session on Children in conflict at the UN headquarters in New York. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the United States, which holds the rotating presidency for March, decided to have Mrs. Trump […]
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, on the occasion of his 84th birthday. He described Pastor Adeboye, who clocked 84 on Monday, March 2, as a respected global preacher whose unblemished record of service in God’s […]
Washington, March 3, 2026 The U.S. on Monday imposed sanctions on the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and top military officials over their role in ongoing fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and called for their immediate withdrawal from the mineral-rich region. Rwanda has long rejected allegations from Congo, the United Nations, and Western powers that […]
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has warned that Nigerians should not expect a flawless general election in 2027, even though the commission is fully prepared to transmit results electronically. Speaking at a live town hall programme on Sunday, March 1, 2026, Amupitan appealed to citizens to manage their expectations. […]
The Nigeria Police Council (NPC) on Monday unanimously ratified the appointment of Olatunji Rilwan Disu as the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), paving the way for his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. The ceremony, according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), will take place during the […]
Tugboat By Mark Longyen Abuja, March 2, 2026 A maritime tragedy unfolded off South Africa’s coast where Nigerian tugboat, LEO, sank in turbulent waters late on Saturday. One crew member was confirmed dead, five remain missing, and 12 others were rescued in a swift emergency response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement […]
By Nathan Nwakamma Yenagoa, March 2, 2026 Operatives of the Ekeki Division of the Police Command in Bayelsa have arrested a pastor and his wife over alleged sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl in Yenagoa. The State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Iyamah Edebor, confirmed the development to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday. […]
ABUJA The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has stated that Nigeria’s gross and net foreign reserves showed significant improvement at the end of 2025, reflecting stronger external sector fundamentals and sustained policy reforms. Following his disclosure at the post-Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press briefing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, […]
Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, 02 March 2026 Pan African Multilateral Bank, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has announced a major expansion of its engagement with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), increasing its regional financing limit from US$3 billion over the next four years. The enhanced commitment builds on more than $750 million already disbursed across the […]
President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to expand into steel production, electricity generation and port development as part of a broader ambition to accelerate industrialisation across Africa. Dangote, whose conglomerate spans cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser, and petrochemicals, said his long term goal is to deepen Africa’s manufacturing base beyond oil refining and […]
