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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the appointment of Major General Adeyinka A. Fadewa (Rtd) as Special Adviser on National Security, in recognition of his outstanding record of service, strategic expertise and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture. In a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, issued by the …

Former Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun, has expressed grief over the death of the Chief Imam of Yewaland, Sikirullah Babalola, describing the late Islamic cleric as a symbol of unity and peace. Babalola, who was also the president of the League of Imams and Alphas in Ogun State, died on Saturday at the age of 98. In a condolence message …

The Dallas Mavericks introduce new team president and alternate governor Masai Ujiri on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at a press conference at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. (Nicole Malunowicz/Dallas Mavericks) The Dallas Mavericks are turning to one of the NBA’s most prominent architects to lead their next chapter, naming Masai Ujiri president and alternate governor. Ujiri will oversee all …

By Ayo Kehinde Fresh tensions have engulfed the University of Benin following the dramatic resignation of the Chairman of the University Committee for Renunciation of Cultism, Reconciliation, Reform, Rehabilitation and Interfaith (CR4IC), Reverend and University Chaplain, Egbenusi Osazee David, after a deadly sect-related attack reportedly claimed the life of a student near the institution’s main gate on Sunday evening. The …

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has highlighted the critical role of state governments in ensuring a successful transition to an Inflation Targeting (IT) monetary policy framework, stressing that sustained price stability can only be achieved through coordinated fiscal discipline at all levels of government.Speaking during a meeting with sub-national stakeholders, facilitated through the Secretariat of the Nigerian Governors Forum, …

Siminalayi Fubara’s political future was thrown into fresh uncertainty on Sunday after he abruptly walked out of the screening exercise organized by the All Progressives Congress in Abuja. It is said that Fubara, who arrived at the venue – the Plateau State Governors’ Lodge – at about 3.15pm, left moments later clearly angry, sparking speculation of a possible disagreement with …

Despite recent discussions about a possible expansion of representation by clubs from Africa’s top-ranked football nations, CAF will not be making any changes to the format of the Champions League and Confederation Cup for next season. CAF had reportedly been reviewing a proposal that could have significantly reformed its inter-club competitions by allowing the continent’s 12 top-ranked football associations to …

It’s a boom season for Nigerian governors; at no time before had they had so much. Every month they are awarded large sums of money. To whom much is given, they say, much is expected. What are the visible things they have put in place in proportion to the allocations they receive? How do we hold them accountable for this? …

Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group” or the “Company”) (NGX: TRANSCORP), Africa’s leading listed conglomerate with strategic investments in the energy, hospitality and power sector, declared a total dividend of ₦20,323,995,148, equivalent to ₦2.00 per share to its shareholders, at its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at the new and state-of-the-art Transcorp Center Abuja. The total dividend includes an interim …

Post views: 55 The Niger Tornadoes have taken a decisive step towards maintaining their NPFL status after battling to a hard-earned goalless draw against the El-Kanemi Warriors in their matchday 37 encounter at the El-Kanemi Sports Center in Maiduguri. The precious away point leaves Ikon Allah Boys firmly in contention to avoid relegation, with survival now in their hands …