By Akeem Busari The Nigeria Business Community home and diaspora are in joyous moods as they roll out the drums, singing and dancing in praises to God for the life of Dr. Owen D. Omogiafo, OON, the President and Group CEO, Transnational Corporation Plc, (Transcorp), on her 46th birthday. The President Of DD Group Limited, Dr. Drew Uyi, in his goodwill message described Dr. Owen Omogiafo, as a blessing to the country and a testament to the unbelievable can-do spirit of the average Nigerian woman. “Today, we celebrate an outstanding leader, an accomplished professional, and a remarkable woman whose excellence…
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A group identified as the Concerned Fulani People of Nigeria has raised concerns over what it described as contradictions in the United States’ evolving narrative regarding insecurity in Nigeria, particularly on issues relating to Fulani herders and allegations of “Fulani militancy.” In a rejoinder signed by Ibrahim Barkindo Chubado and made available to journalists on Thursday, 28 May, 2026, the group questioned what it called the repeated “back-and-forth posture” of the United States on Nigeria’s security challenges. According to the statement, earlier assessments reportedly linked to the United States government had cautioned against portraying the Fulani ethnic group as either…
Former presidential candidate and chieftain of the Accord Party, Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has alleged that Nigeria is gradually sliding back into what he described as the “dark days” of the late General Sani Abacha era, accusing powerful political forces of attempting to cripple opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a strongly worded statement issued ahead of the Accord Party presidential primary scheduled for May 30, 2026, Hashim claimed that there were deliberate efforts by influential figures to weaken opposition platforms and prevent the emergence of credible challengers to the ruling establishment. “Nigeria is being dragged back to the…
Dr. Adesola Adedayo, member representing Apapa Federal Constituency Lagos in the House of Representatives, has pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to wade into the crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the shadow election to nominate candidates for the upcoming National Assembly election. Daughter of the president and Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo also condemned the conduct of the primary election on Wednesday, 27 May, 2026, in Lagos. Speaking when visited by market leaders in her Alausa office, she threatened to lead a protest against the party which has her father as the apex national leader, if those…
By Babafemi Ojudu Today, I wish to write about karma. Not its deep philosophical or spiritual meaning. I leave that to theologians, mystics, and philosophers who devote their lives to probing the mysteries of existence and divine order. I simply want to tell two stories. Stories that help the ordinary person understand that life has a way of returning to us the consequences of our actions — whether for good or ill. Stories that remind those who wield power today that authority is temporary, but the memory of how power was used often outlives the powerful themselves. Power passes. Consequences…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has restated its commitment to prioritising the inclusive and sustainable development of children in the Niger Delta region, emphasising equal opportunities. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, stated this during the commemoration of the International Children’s Day 2026 with the theme: “The Future Now – Promoting Inclusion for Every Nigerian Child” at an event centre in Port Harcourt. Ogbuku, who was represented by the NDDC Deputy Director of Education, Health, and Social Services, Mrs Chioma Nwakwue, stated that beyond infrastructural development, the Commission emphasises the development of the children in the region. He…
The Ogun State Government has concluded plans to strengthen security around schools across the state as part of measures aimed at protecting students and educational institutions from emerging security threats. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this on Wednesday, 27 May, 2026, at his Iperu residence while hosting the League of Imams and Alfas in celebration of Eid-el-Kabir. The Governor said the initiative became necessary in response to recent security developments in neighbouring states, stressing that the administration was determined to proactively safeguard schools and secure the future of children in Ogun State. According to him, the government would deploy a combination…
As part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen and expand the structure of the Oduduwa Development & Integrity Organisation (ODIO), the leadership and representatives of the organisation paid a courtesy visit to Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. The organisation also announced the appointment of Alhaji Bolaji Raji, a distinguished and proud son of Yorubaland, as the new Grand Patron of ODIO. During the visit, the Chairman of the Advisory Council, Hon. Adewale Fasade, gave a detailed overview of the vision, mission, and core objectives of the organisation, emphasizing ODIO’s commitment to the promotion of unity, development, peace, and integrity across…
The National Youth Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dayo Israel, has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and around the world on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir festival, describing the season as a period of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and total submission to the will of Almighty Allah. In his goodwill message to commemorate the festival, Dayo Israel charged Nigerian youths to embrace the timeless virtues of discipline, humility, perseverance, and Godliness, noting that true success can only be achieved when God remains at the centre of every endeavour. He emphasized that Eid-el-Kabir serves as a powerful reminder of the rewards…
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the welfare, protection and development of children across Nigeria as the country marks the 2026 Children’s Day celebration. In a statement released to commemorate the occasion by her Special Assistant on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communications, Desmond Utomwen, the presidential aide described children as the foundation of sustainable national development, stressing that investment in their wellbeing remains critical to the future of the nation. The statement noted that children’s access to quality education, healthcare, nutrition, protection and social support…