Author: Olóyè Gbenga

The Northern APC Peace Agenda has said the political reconciliation between Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, and his predecessor, Bello Matawalle, could significantly reshape the political landscape in Zamfara State and the wider North-West region if sustained. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Kaduna, the group described the alliance as a stabilising development ahead of the 2027 general elections. It noted that such cooperation is uncommon in a region often characterised by intense political rivalries. President of the group, Rabiu Ahmad, said Matawalle’s decision to support Lawal reflects political maturity and a broader commitment to unity within the All…

FIFA’s investigatory chamber of the independent Ethics Committee has opened formal proceedings against three senior officials of the Congolese Football Association (FECOFOOT) over alleged financial misconduct involving FIFA funds. The officials under investigation include FECOFOOT President Jean Guy Mayolas, General Secretary Wantete Badji, and Finance Director Raoul Kanda. The development was confirmed in a statement published on FIFA’s website on Wednesday. FIFA stated that the proceedings follow a review of information and documentation gathered through a FIFA-initiated process, which indicated potential financial irregularities and inconsistencies in the use of FIFA-allocated funds. “Based on this information, the investigatory chamber has determined…

The Head of Wealth Management at FairMoney Microfinance Bank, Chinwe Iwobi, has outlined five key strategies aimed at helping Nigerian women transition from financial resilience to building sustainable, generational wealth. Iwobi noted that women-led businesses in Nigeria continue to face systemic barriers, particularly in accessing the financial infrastructure required to scale. Despite owning nearly 40 per cent of small and medium-sized enterprises, many female entrepreneurs remain constrained by limited access to credit and investment opportunities. She warned that the impact of these challenges extends beyond individual businesses, affecting household stability and even national economic growth. Read related news: Nigeria faces…

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization has revealed that the number of children and young people out of school worldwide has risen to 273 million, highlighting a growing global education crisis. In its 2026 Global Education Monitoring Report released on Wednesday, UNESCO disclosed that the figure has increased for the seventh consecutive year, signalling a worrying reversal in progress towards universal education. According to the report, one in six school-age children is currently excluded from education, while only two-thirds of students globally complete secondary school. The organisation warned that progress in expanding access to education has slowed significantly…

The Nigeria Christian Civil Chaplain Corps has called for the integration of spiritual intervention with conventional military strategies in addressing Nigeria’s persistent security challenges. The Corps Commanding Officer, Daniel Joe Alimi, made the appeal in a statement issued on Wednesday, stressing that national transformation requires both physical and spiritual efforts. Alimi argued that Nigeria’s path to stability and progress extends beyond political solutions, emphasising the need for moral and spiritual renewal across the country. Read related news:  One million bibles to be shared nationwide to inspire youth, honour Seyi Tinubu at 40 2024 RCCG congress: Activist Alimi criticizes Adeboye over…

The Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, has called on agencies responsible for traffic regulation to intensify enforcement of road safety measures across Nigeria. Alli made the appeal following a fatal road accident in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, which claimed the lives of two individuals on Tuesday. The lawmaker stressed that stricter compliance and routine vehicle checks are essential to preventing avoidable deaths on Nigerian roads. Reacting to the incident, Alli expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended his condolences to the families of the victims. He emphasised that many road accidents could…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Jigawa State has declared its alignment with former governor Sule Lamido and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, amid the party’s ongoing leadership crisis. The state chapter said its position reflects a commitment to legality and justice, noting that Lamido’s recent support for Wike’s faction is consistent with its own stance. The PDP has been facing deep internal divisions, with rival groups contesting control of its leadership structure. Lamido, in a recent interview with BBC Hausa, explained that resolving the crisis requires stakeholders to recognise the caretaker committee led by Abdulrahman…

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has approved a comprehensive timetable for its nationwide congresses, beginning with polling unit and ward congresses scheduled for April 7. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, disclosed this while briefing journalists after the NEC meeting held in Abuja on Wednesday. He described the meeting as “short, simple, and productive,” noting that it was attended by all required NEC members. According to Abdullahi, the NEC also endorsed key reports submitted to the National Working Committee (NWC), including those of the Policy and Manifesto Committee and the Constitutional Review Committee.…

The Lagos State Government has launched a new promotion framework for senior officers in its parastatal organisations, introducing formal assessments as a requirement for career advancement. The initiative, known as the Structured Evaluation Assessment Programme (SEAP), marks a shift from traditional promotion methods based largely on seniority to a system driven by performance, competence, and measurable capacity. Exams Now Required for Promotion Under the new policy, officers on Grade Levels 12 to 16 must undergo written examinations and computer-based tests before they can be considered for promotion. According to an official statement, the programme represents the first time such formal…

Former Bayelsa State Governor Seriake Dickson has voiced strong concerns over the current state of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), arguing that the party has drifted so far from its founding principles that it no longer resembles the platform he once knew. Speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television, Dickson rejected suggestions that he and others are abandoning the PDP. Instead, he maintained that the party itself has moved away from its original identity. “Where we are now, it is not fair to say that I and others who are leaving now have left the PDP. It…