Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has issued a sweeping and urgent call for a radical overhaul of Africa’s security architecture, warning that the continent risks deeper instability and renewed external domination unless it urgently redefines its approach to security, governance, and intelligence. Speaking at the third Mashariki Cooperation Conference III (MCC III), Obasanjo challenged Africa’s intelligence chiefs and security leaders to abandon outdated frameworks and embrace a people-focused, technologically independent, and accountable system capable of confronting modern threats. Delivering a hard-hitting address on “Emerging Geopolitical Dynamics and Africa’s Security Architecture,” the elder statesman argued that Africa’s persistent conflicts are not…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Nigeria has intensified its push to attract diaspora-driven investments, with the Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, declaring that the country is fully open and prepared for business. Speaking in Silicon Valley, California, at a high-level pre-event dinner ahead of the African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2026 (ADIS26), Dabiri-Erewa assured global investors—particularly Nigerians in the diaspora—that Nigeria offers vast and untapped investment opportunities across sectors. The event, hosted at Santa Clara University, brought together top African and global stakeholders under the theme: “Bridging Africa & Silicon Valley: Shaping the Future of Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth.” Dabiri-Erewa…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has issued a stern warning to residents against aiding or providing any form of support to Boko Haram, as intensified military operations target suspected logistics hubs in the North-East. The warning comes in the wake of recent air operations by the Operation Hadin Kai, which struck the Jilli general area in Gubio Local Government Area on April 11, 2026. Jilli, a border community linking Borno and Yobe states, has come under scrutiny as a suspected conduit for insurgent activities. According to the governor, the Jilli market—alongside the nearby Gazabure market—had been officially shut down by…
By Tukur Buratai I have followed with serious concern reports of the airstrike at Jilli Market along the Borno–Yobe border, where over fifty persons lost their lives, and many others were injured. Any loss of innocent life is deeply unfortunate and painful. However, I must state clearly that I commend the Nigerian Air Force and the intelligence community for the courage and professionalism displayed in this operation. The strike was a targeted military action based on credible intelligence that Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists were using the weekly market at Jilli to collect illegal levies, procure supplies, and plan further…
By Wale Joseph Eleiko Group AB, a global leader in precision strength training equipment, has been officially appointed as the Weightlifting and Para Powerlifting Equipment Provider for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Under the agreement, Eleiko will supply all competition, warm-up, and training equipment for both disciplines. This includes specialised benches for Para Powerlifting, competition platforms, training and competition plates, and bars—ensuring athletes perform with equipment that meets the highest standards of safety, precision, and performance. The company will deliver two fully equipped competition arenas alongside more than 50 warm-up and training stations, all featuring custom branding to create a cohesive…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced new regulations aimed at cutting electricity transmission losses and strengthening transparency across the national grid. The directive, contained in Order No. NERC/2026/026 dated Wednesday, 8 April, 2026 and effective from Monday 13 April 2026, establishes a robust framework for the monitoring and reporting of Regional Transmission Loss Factors, in line with the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023, which empowers the commission to enforce efficiency and accountability in the power sector. According to the commission, the new order mandates the Nigerian Independent System Operator to install smart meters at…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government has announced a rise in electricity generation from 3,951 megawatts to 4,300 megawatts, signalling what it described as a gradual recovery in the power sector. The disclosure was made on Sunday, 12 April, 2026 in Abuja by the Special Adviser to the Minister of Power on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Bolaji Tunji. He said the improvement recorded between March 28 and April 10 aligns with earlier assurances by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, at the Power Sector Working Group that supply would improve within two weeks. Tunji explained that the increase…
The Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has assured that his government, the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, and Chevron Nigeria Limited will insist on quality execution for the 70.75 km Omadino-Okerenkoko-Escravos Road and bridges in the Warri North Local Government Area. The Governor stated this when members of the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on NDDC, led by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on NDDC, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Asaba. Members of the National Assembly, accompanied by the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku and the Director of the…
By Chuks Collins, Awka April 13,2026 Umuchukwu/Nkerehi, a community in Anambra State which has been over the edge for years, isnset to explode if not tactfully managed. The community leaders, Stakeholders, religious leaders and town union executive members and the President General (PG) have reportedly been put on notice. Adunchezor, despite several unanswered phone calls, text/WhatsApp messages has apparently left things to the whims and caprices of some power merchants who according to our investigations were bent on buying over everything in Umuchukwu. Incidentally few names have remained recurring in all the crises. These include Adunchezor who is the PG,…
When we talk about the Olympics, we think of ancient Greece, Mount Olympus, Pierre de Coubertin, the Olympic Rings, and athletes. Beyond being the biggest sporting event in the world, many stories are woven into that laurel wreath. They are stories of grit, determination, disappointment, and triumph. Every Olympics announces the arrival of young hopefuls, the emergence of new stars, the meteoric rise of champions, the sparkling dominance and consolidation of great athletes, the dimming of fading stars, and finally, the swan song of legends. One strand of the story woven into the iconic laurel wreath started in 2004 at…