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As Union Bank of Nigeria marks its 109th anniversary, a new industry outlook has identified climate change, shifting demographics, and governance reforms as key forces expected to shape the future of banking in Nigeria. The assessment, released on Monday, suggests that while the milestone offers an opportunity to reflect on the bank’s history, the more […]
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested four suspected cultists in Ilaro, Yewa South Local Government Area, over an alleged assault and armed robbery. The suspects were apprehended following a complaint filed on April 16, 2026, according to the Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi. Items recovered from them include a locally made […]
A leadership crisis is emerging within the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) as more than 200 delegates are set to gather in Abuja for an emergency meeting over the disqualification of candidates in the association’s upcoming elections. The Emergency Delegates Meeting, scheduled for April 22, follows growing opposition to the recent disqualification of some aspirants for […]
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested 42 suspected illegal miners following the abduction of a traditional ruler, Oba Salman Olátúnjí Aweda, in Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. The Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the arrests on Monday, stating that the monarch was kidnapped on Saturday evening by about 10 armed men […]
Governor Charles Soludo has announced that the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) will no longer tolerate the distribution of cash or gifts during its primary elections, as part of efforts to strengthen internal democracy. Soludo made this known on Saturday at the party’s South-east zonal stakeholders’ meeting in Awka, where he criticised past practices that […]
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is increasingly uneasy over the growing influence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Lawal, who is also the ADC National Deputy Chairman, made the remarks during an appearance on Inside Sources on Channels […]
The wife of the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sayyida Zeenatuddeen Ibraheem Zakzaky, has called for unity among Muslims and Christians worldwide to confront oppression and promote justice. She made the appeal at the closing of the 5th International Conference on Islamic Thought in Bauchi, which brought together participants from Nigeria, Niger, […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, on the occasion of her birthday, commending her leadership and contributions to national development. In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Sulaiman-Ibrahim as “a steady hand” at a time when […]
A faction of Boko Haram insurgents has issued a video message challenging the Nigerian government to attempt a forceful rescue of 416 abducted persons in Borno State, warning that the victims could be relocated if their demands are not met within 72 hours. The video, obtained on Monday, shows armed members of the group dressed […]
