The David Mark-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced May 12, 2026, for the inauguration of its newly elected state executives and chairmen. This followed the conclusion of its congresses ahead of the April 14, 2026 national convention. The NWC has vowed to continue with the party’s internal processes […] read more ADC sets May 12 for inauguration of new state executives

The Federal Government, through the Equipment Leasing Registration Authority (ELRA), has partnered Century Information Systems Ltd (CIS) and the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (NATOMORAS) to introduce a structured leasing model. According to a statement signed by Adebola Sunday, Head, Media, and Corporate Communication of ELRA, the leasing model […] read more FG, partners roll out structured leasing scheme for okada, tricycle operators

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has dismissed what he described as smear campaign against the party, insisting it will not stop the APC from winning the August 15 governorship election in the state. BusinessDay reports that Osun State is currently governed by Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking […] read more Osun gov’ship: APC unfazed by smear campaign, will secure victory — Oyintiloye

Blessing Umoh, a top professional in fraud prevention and compliance, has urged a stronger compliance systems, smarter fraud prevention, and ethical leadership in digital finance. Umoh exclusively told BusinessDay that the greatest challenge currently facing financial institutions is keeping pace with the sophistication of financial crime. According to her, fraud has evolved beyond traditional methods […] read more Expert calls for ethical digital finance leadership

By Max Amuchie What exactly is Nigeria’s security crisis—and how should it be understood? In this edition of The Sunday Stew, MAX AMUCHIE offers a defining formulation: The Insecurity Triad, a system in which kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism converge across money, land, and mind. A nation does not collapse all at once. It erodes—layer by […] read more The Insecurity Triad: Money, land and mind — The Capstone

Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector is recording measurable gains under the leadership of Mojisola Adeyeye, as reforms driven by the head of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) push local drug manufacturing and elevate the country’s global regulatory standing. Industry stakeholders at the commissioning of Sam Pharmaceutical Limited, say Adeyeye’s flagship “5+5” […] read more Adeyeye’s reforms lift Nigeria pharma output to 50%, secure global regulatory ranking

The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has defended the retirement of four of its directors, saying the move was in line with a federal government directive and existing public service rules, amid rising tensions with unionised researchers. The institute’s clarification comes after members of the Academic Staff Union of Research Institutions (ASURI) at NIMR […] read more NIMR defends directors’ exit as rule-driven, says union strike ‘misplaced’

The Kano State Government has issued a stern warning against fraud in its women empowerment programme, declaring that anyone who attempts to exploit beneficiaries of its N50,000 monthly support scheme will face arrest and prosecution. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf gave the warning on Saturday at the Government House in Kano while disbursing N50,000 each to […] read more Kano disburses N50,000 each to 6,680 Women, vows zero tolerance for fraud

…….Nabs couple, recovers large consignments of illicit drugs in Lagos, others raid The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 93-year-old man and a 69-year-old medical doctor in connection with alleged drug trafficking. The arrests followed intensified offensive action and a crackdown on drug cartels and their collaborators in intelligence-led interdiction operations across […] read more Grandfather, medical doctor held in major drugs bust 

The growing rift between the Kano State Government and the Kwankwasiyya movement took a new turn after security operatives invited and questioned top government aides over allegations of cyberbullying and defamation linked to former governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. The Department of State Services (DSS) recently quizzed and released several officials serving under Governor Abba Kabir […] read more Kano rift deepens as DSS quizzes govt aides over Kwankwaso’s petition

Summer Inn Essentials Owerri is a brand-new hotel, designed for excellence, where the staff are passionate, and create a lasting impression on guests and visitors. Francis Ifeanyi Agomuo, general manager (GM), a seasoned hotel and hospitality administrator, speaks with SABY ELEMBA, revealing so many reasons why the hotel is a premium hospitality destination in Owerri. […] read more Why Summer Inn Essentials is a premium hospitality destination in Owerri – GM

A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jet mistakenly bombed civilians during a weekly market in the Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State on Saturday, leaving many feared dead, sources say. The incident occurred in the remote village of Jilli, which borders Yobe State. BusinessDay understands the market attracts traders from several adjoining communities, including […] read more Many feared dead as NAF jet mistakenly hits Borno weekly market

Traditional rulers from across the Niger Delta and South West, the Rivers State government, and international representatives joined the people of the ancient Opobo Kingdom on Saturday to pay their final respects to King Dandeson Douglas Jaja, Jeki V, Amanyanabo of Opobo. King Dandeson Jaja “transmigrated” in December 2025 at the age of 83. Rivers […] read more Global dignitaries gather as Opobo bids farewell to King Dandeson Jaja

Fresh political manoeuvring is shaping the search for a new deputy governor in Kano, as key All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders have pruned the list of contenders to three names. The selection reflects a delicate balance of experience, acceptability, and political risk. At a high-level meeting held on Saturday, party leaders submitted the nominees to […] read more Rurum, Garo, Bichi emerge top contenders for Kano deputy governor post 

  Nollywood is entering a defining phase in 2026, marked by rising production standards, expanding global partnerships, and a strategic shift toward streaming-led distribution. As industry players balance commercial viability with creative experimentation, key questions are emerging around where value is being created, which platforms are driving growth, and what stories will shape the industry’s […] read more April Gen Z pick 2026: Is Nollywood ready for global scale?

Five forest guards, including their commander, were brutally killed on Friday after armed bandits launched a deadly attack on Nuku community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, in what residents described as one of the most devastating assaults on local security operatives in recent months. The attackers reportedly stormed the rural settlement in […] read more Bandits kill security operatives, set village ablaze in Kwara

Frank Lampard’s Coventry City were held to a goalless draw by relegated Sheffield Wednesday to prolong the Sky Blues automatic promotion to the Premier League. This goalless draw was a second this week for Coventry after their 0-0 draw at Hull City on Easter Monday. Against a team who had lost 30 of their 41 […] read more Lampard’s Coventry held goalless draw by relegated Sheffield Wednesday

Africa Sports Unified (ASU), the world’s leading Pan-African sports business hub, has launched the Africa Sports Deals Tracker, a new data intelligence product designed to bridge visibility, structure, and clarity in commercial activity across Africa’s sports market. As investment, partnerships, and commercial activity continue to grow across the continent, market visibility remains limited. “The African […] read more Africa Sports Deals Tracker to bridge market visibility across continent – ASU

The Youth Charter has called for a transformative Commonwealth youth legacy programme to be launched in the lead-up to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, urging Commonwealth leaders to seize the opportunity to invest in young people across the Commonwealth. The call comes as youth delegates from across the Commonwealth gathered at the University of […] read more Glasgow 2026: Youth Charter urges  investment in young people across Commonwealth

…Says Nigerian lives so devalued, world no longer even bother to condole A former presidential candidate, Gbenga Hashim, has said that a fresh wave of mass killings across Nigeria, many of them underreported, has intensified accusations of global indifference, as repeated attacks in Shanga Local Government of Kebbi State and many spots in the North […] read more Underreported killings in Nigeria, global silence worrisome — Gbenga Hashim

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, has tasked the management of the Dangote Group of Companies on the need to expand the annual production capacity of its subsidiary, the Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR), to 600,000 metric tonnes by the year 2030. The Minister, accompanied by Kamar Bakrin, Executive Secretary of the National […] read more Sugar production: FG tasks Dangote Group on 600,000 metric tonnes target by 2030

Burnley was pushed further to the brink of relegation back to the Championship following a 0-2 loss to Brighton at the Turf Moor on Saturday. With just one league win since October, Burnley are 12 points adrift of safety with just six games left in the 2025/26 season. Mats Wieffer ended a 16-month goal drought […] read more Burnley in brink of relegation back to Championship football

Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State has said that cattle markets had become tactical targets for criminals who steal livestock, terrorise traders, and disrupt food supply chains. The governor, who disclosed this in a press statement, said that the criminals were also causing significant economic losses which the government views as unacceptable and a […] read more Cattle markets now targets for criminals to steal livestock, disrupt food supply chains – Bauchi governor

New Zealand cyclist Kiaan Watts has been handed a 25-day ban, following an investigation by the International Cycling Union (UCI), after being caught on camera punching a rival. Video footage has shown Watts punching Dutch cyclist Marijn Maas in ​the head during the Salverda Bouw ​Ster van Zwolle race in the Netherlands. “The rider acknowledged […] read more Cyclist handed 25-day ban for punching rival

The Cherries’ remarkable run since January culminated in a Premier League victory over title hopeful Arsenal on Saturday. Bournemouth’s recruitment has been in the spotlight in the past few years. Last season was probably the best in their history, with their highest Premier League points total (56) and joint best position – ninth. The Cherries […] read more Bournemouth’s run since January culminates in victory over PL title hopeful

The federal government has intensified its crackdown on terrorism financing with the release of a list of 48 individuals and entities allegedly linked to funding extremist activities across the country. This development was described as a decisive step to disrupt financial networks sustaining insurgency. The list was published by the Nigerian Sanctions Committee (NigSac) in […] read more FG names 48 suspected terror financiers, orders  asset freeze

In a maritime nation long defined by paradox, abundant manpower yet limited deployment, companies within the crewing and manning ecosystem are beginning to redefine the trajectory of Nigerian seafarers. Among these, Adams Marine has emerged as a notable force, not merely for its operational growth but for its widening impact on career pathways for officers, […] read more Adams Marine expands opportunities for officers and ratings in Nigeria’s Maritime sector

In a strategic move that signals the future of accessible, integrated healthcare in Nigeria, Vanguard Pharmacy has unveiled a new flagship branch in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, reinforcing its growing role as a transformative force in community health delivery. Positioned beside FCMB along the Ogbomoso–Oyo Road, the outlet marks the company’s 13th branch nationwide and its […] read more Vanguard Pharmacy expands footprint, redefines community healthcare with Ogbomoso hub

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has called for collaboration among South-East Governors to improve facilities at the Nigerian Law School, Enugu Campus. The governor made this known during a meeting of the South East Law Development Initiative, held at the Government House, Umuahia. Otti proposed a unified approach, asking the group to formally notify […] read more Otti seeks South-East Governors’ collaboration to improve Enugu Law School’s facilities

As part of its continuous investment in digital education, the NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture has commissioned two additional multi-million-naira Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) laboratories in two public secondary schools in Edo State. The STEAM laboratories were built at the Ogbe and Uselu Secondary Schools in Oredo and […] read more NEPL/Seplat JV boosts Edo’s digital learning capacity with new multi-million-naira STEAM labs

Tizeti Network Limited has promoted Ikenna Uche, its chief technical officer, to managing director in a leadership restructuring aimed at speeding up broadband expansion and strengthening execution across its growing network. The change, effective July 1, 2026, comes as the Nigerian internet provider pushes deeper into fiber deployment and scales its FreeFiber platform to meet […] read more Tizeti elevates CTO to MD in strategic shake-up to accelerate fiber expansion, tighten execution

Irele Tower, the first commercial building within the Lagos Free Zone (LFZ), has opened, offering opportunities for office and retail activities in a sustainable workspace. LFZ, which is promoted by Singapore-based Tolaram, is the first privately-held deep sea port-based free trade zone in Nigeria. It is centrally located in Lagos, the commercial hub of West […] read more LFZ first commercial tower opens opportunities for office, retail activities

A new face of homeownership is emerging in Lagos’s suburban communities as the clan of the homeless who find homes in odd places continues to grow, with some now taking up residence on bridges. This is a reflection of the broader accommodation challenges in Lagos that have pushed many tenants from middle-income to low-income settlements. […] read more From under to on-bridge residence: A new face of homeownership in Lagos

Benjamin Kalu, deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, has in recent months stepped up his political engagements across Abia State, in moves that suggest early positioning ahead of the state’s 2027 governorship race. Across Abia State, early signs of the 2027 governorship race are beginning to emerge, not through formal declarations, but through a […] read more How Deputy Speaker Kalu is testing the waters in politically-evolving Abia

A wave of governorship ambitions sweeping through the Senate ahead of the 2027 general election has triggered fresh concerns over high turnover in the National Assembly and its implications for legislative continuity and institutional memory. Findings show that even before the commencement of party primaries scheduled by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from April […] read more Governorship race: Senators’ exit wave raises concerns over legislative stability, institutional memory

Financial experts at a one-day seminar in Abuja have stressed the need for individuals to build structured financial business systems, describing it as key to sustainable wealth. The experts highlighted the importance of intentional financial planning and strategic business, emphasising that building sustainable wealth requires not just the ability to generate income but also the […] read more Experts identify building structured financial systems as key to sustainable wealth creation