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History rarely moves in straight lines. For nations within nations, its rhythm is often cyclical—moments of grandeur, followed by decline, and then the possibility of renewal. The Igala people, heirs of a once-expansive kingdom that straddled the confluence of the Niger and Benue rivers, know this well. For centuries, their empire traded, negotiated, and warred […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has confirmed the participation of Emirates Airlines in the upcoming Africa Tourism and Creative Economy Expo (AFTCREE), scheduled to hold in Abuja between November 24 and 25, 2025. Afrocultour is organising the Expo with the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy. Following the recent endorsement of the […]
Billionaire businessman and chairman of the Gates Foundation, Bill Gates, addressed an expanded session of the National Economic Council (NEC) in Abuja on Thursday, March 22, 2018. At the session, Gates reminded Nigeria of the importance of making tangible investments in human capital, especially education, by saying that, “to anchor the economy over the long […]
We have read with amusement the latest propaganda piece by Wahab Oba titled “While Aládé Chases Shadows, Kwara Counts Graves,” as well as Anu Ibiwoye’s melodramatic outburst on Channels Television’s Politics Today of Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Both men—card-carrying members of the sinking PDP—have once again shown that their desperation for relevance is stronger than […]
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho on his election as Vice President (Africa) of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH). The executive secretary/CEO of the Council, Dr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima, described Dr. Dantsoho’s emergence as a remarkable milestone that reflects his exceptional leadership, professional excellence, and […]
The Nigerian capital market stakeholders supported the federal government’s reforms and encouraged more companies to list on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). They cited the potential of the capital market to transform businesses and democratize wealth. A delegation of Nigerian capital market stakeholders, including Nonso Okpala, the group managing director of VFD Group Plc, met with […]
The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has inaugurated a national building code advisory committee (NBCAC) to reposition Nigeria’s building and construction industry on a solid standards, regulations, and professionalism foundation. The minister of state for housing and urban development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, inaugurated the committee yesterday at the ministry’s headquarters in Mabushi, Abuja. […]
Air Peace has taken centre stage in a new chapter of Nigeria-Brazil relations with the successful launch of its maiden Lagos–Brazil flight. LEADERSHIP reports that the milestone marks a breakthrough in aviation and a powerful symbol of connectivity and enduring partnership between Africa’s largest economy and South America’s economic powerhouse. Aviation featured prominently in their […]
In a bold move to enhance digital safety and customer education, OPay, Nigeria’s leading mobile financial services platform, has rolled out the “My OPay Security Vote Challenge”, a nationwide initiative designed to raise awareness about its seven in-app Security Features. The campaign, which officially launched in the first week of August 2025, reflects OPay’s ongoing […]
Access Holdings Plc has appointed Innocent Ike as its new group managing director/chief executive officer, effective August 29, 2025, following the receipt of regulatory approval. The appointment recognised the exceptional contributions of Bolaji Agbede, who served as acting group chief executive officer. Ike will succeed Bolaji Agbede, who has served as the company’s acting group […]