By Grace Alegba DataPro, a Nigerian technology-driven rating agency, has advised banks to begin portfolio reviews and strengthen data gathering processes to meet the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) stress testing directive. Mr Idris Adeleke, a member of the firm’s rating team, gave this recommendation during aContinue Reading
By Joan Odafe Experts in corporate, creative and health sectors have urged women professionals to embrace impact-driven leadership by prioritising mentorship, personal growth, strong character and mental well-being. They said these are essential tools for shaping society and empowering others. The call was made at the just-concluded 2026 SheratonContinue Reading
By Aisha Gambo The Kaduna State Government, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has validated draft Gender in Education and Life Skills Policies aimed at promoting inclusive and holistic learning across the state. The validation workshop, held in Kaduna, brought together education experts, government officials, development partners, and civil societyContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Oloniruha Sen. Gbenga Daniel (APC-Ogun East) has proposed that the Federal Government grant a structured amnesty to Nigerians who return illicit funds held abroad, provided the money is invested in productive sectors of the economy. Daniel, a former governor of Ogun, made the recommendation on WednesdayContinue Reading
By Emmanuel Oloniruha President Bola Tinubu has warmly celebrated former Ogun governor, Sen. Gbenga Daniel, marking his 70th birthday, highlighting his impactful contributions to engineering, business, and political spheres as an enduring inspiration. The President stated this in his remarks at a ceremony marking the 70th birthday anniversaryContinue Reading
By Nefishetu Yakubu The newly elected National chairman of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday said the party would fix Nigeria’s numerous challenges if elected in 2027. Baba-Ahmed said this during the inauguration of the newly elected executives at the party secretariat in Abuja. He saidContinue Reading
By Naomi Sharang The World Bank has reaffirmed its strong support for Nigeria’s reform agenda, highlighting steady progress toward economic recovery and the importance of parliamentary oversight in development projects. The Bank’s Country Director for Nigeria, Matthew Verghis, made the statement on Wednesday during a meeting with theContinue Reading
By Deborah Akpede Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority. Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende Garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.Continue Reading
By Itohan Abara-Laserian An electric spark on Wednesday compelled the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to divert flights from the Terminal 3 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja. The FAAN Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Henry Agbebire, said in a statement in Lagos that theContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has warned that wildlife crime poses a significant threat to sustainable development, security and economic stability, calling for urgent and coordinated action to address the growing menace. The UNODC Country Representative in Nigeria, Cheikh Toure, gave the warningContinue Reading
