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A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has described the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as “a cult, not a political party.” He accused the party of lacking ideology, internal democracy and a coherent vision for Nigeria’s future. Speaking on AIT Democracy Today and later at an interactive session with journalists […]
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has said the South East would unanimously support the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 to reciprocate his good gesture to the zone. He said President Tinubu has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to inclusive economic prosperity for all sections of the nation. Umahi stated these during the celebration […]
A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed a purported resignation letter attributed to its acting national chairman, Hon. Nafiu Bala, describing it as forged and malicious. The party’s director of Media and Public Affairs, Dr Christopher Okechukwu, in a statement issued in Abuja at weekend, said the letter, dated May 18, 2025, […]
A governorship hopeful in Nasarawa State for the 2027 race, Sadiq Osude, has advocated youth civic engagement and pro-poor leadership for the overall development of the country. Osude, a philanthropist and thought leader made the advocacy at the prestigious National Achievers Congress in Singapore which held at the weekend. Represented by his close associate, Godwin […]
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has urged the federal government to prioritise local manufacturers in procuring the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, Operational Perimeter Fencing and Security Surveillance Project. The director-general of MAN, Segun Ajayi-Kadir, released a statement yesterday, commending the federal government for its initiatives to sustain the national infrastructure. He stated this […]
Stanbic IBTC Bank will reward its Private Banking clients with exciting prizes through the Save and Enjoy Promo Season 2. This refreshed campaign builds on the established success of its maiden edition, in which high-net-worth individuals were rewarded with exclusive benefits such as open business class tickets to a world-class destination, priority passes, and other […]
Advancly Microfinance Bank said it is set to enhance financial access for individuals and businesses, particularly in underserved communities. The co-founder/CEO of Advancly, Julian Lotanna, said that Advancly Microfinance Bank was launched to liberalise financial access in Nigeria. Lotanna emphasised that the bank was created with a clear focus: to redefine how Nigerians build credit […]
The CEO of Economic Associates, Dr. Ayo Teriba, has called for greater transparency from the federal government regarding the country’s external reserves position, emphasising the importance of focusing on net reserves rather than gross reserves to provide a clearer picture of Nigeria’s economic health. In an interview with LEADERSHIP, Dr. Teriba highlighted the crucial distinction […]
President Bola Tinubu arrived in Brasília, Brazil, in the wee hours of Monday, to commence a state visit. President Tinubu, who flew in from Los Angeles, United States, was received by senior Brazilian government officials at the Brasília Air Base. According to a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Morning morning, the officials included […]
Pan-Africanist and South African opposition leader, Julius Malema, has called on Africans to embrace self-reliance, unity, and economic independence, stressing that the continent’s transformation lies within, not from external powers. Malema spoke on Sunday during the opening ceremony of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference in Enugu, where he was a special guest. […]