Professor Kingsley Moghalu has announced his resignation as President and Vice-Chancellor of the African School of Governance (ASG), Rwanda, less than a year after assuming the leadership of the newly established graduate institution dedicated to shaping Africa’s next generation of public and private sector leaders. Moghalu, a former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and a globally respected political economist and governance advocate, announced his resignation via a statement on his Facebook page on Tuesday, 29 July, 2025. He cited concerns over corporate governance and the need for institutional and academic independence as key reasons for his departure.…
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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of one Mr. Olaniran Satiregun for running fake and unapproved courses in his college in Nasarawa State. Mr. Satiregun was the Founder/Rector of International College of Administration Science and Technology, Auta Balefi, Nasarawa State. He was first arraigned alongside the institution in 2024 on a three-count charge bordering on obtaining by false pretence, contrary to Section 1 of the Advance Fee Fraud and Other Related Offences Act. ICPC’s Prosecutors, led by Mr. Adesina Raheem, had, in the course of the trial, detailed how the two defendants…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun said it is time for the state to strengthen economic collaboration with Oyo State in the area of food production and ensure adequate security in both states. Governor Abiodun had a meeting with his Oyo State counterpart, Engr. Seyi Makinde on Tuesday, 29 July, 2025, to discuss issues of food and security affecting the two neighbouring states. Fielding questions from newsmen after a closed-door meeting held at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, Governor Abiodun said Ogun and Oyo states have strong cultural, historical, and economic ties, hence the need for the two states to…
The Christ’s Outreach on Disabilities (CODISA) Foundation has partnered Google to train over 30 visually-impaired students of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) on effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Android devices to improve their lives and make them less dependent. The training, which was held in Lagos on Monday, 28 July, 2025, had Google staff, CODISA members and other visually-impaired working class individuals in attendance. Speaking at the event, CODISA Leader Prince Olaoluwa Awojoodu, noted that the training was informed by the need to assist visually- impaired individuals to be independent and improve their access to general services. “This…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has conducted a public auction of forfeited houses which were either acquired through proceeds of drug trafficking or used as instrumentality of committing the crime. The exercise which took place on Tuesday, 29 July, 2025, at the agency’s National Headquarters in Abuja had pre-qualified auctioneers, bidders, representatives of civil society organisations and the media as well as other government agencies in attendance. Speaking at the occasion, Chairman/Chief Executive of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd.) who was represented by the agency Secretary, Mr. Shadrack Haruna, said the exercise forms part of the agency’s…
Liberia’s 178th Independence Day celebration on the 26th of June 2025 served as a powerful tribute to regional unity and peacebuilding, with a spotlight on the enduring role of ECOWAS and ECOMOG in Liberia’s journey through civil conflict and reconciliation. The ceremony welcomed high-level dignitaries from across West Africa, including the Presidents of Guinea-Bissau, Ghana, Senegal, and Sierra Leone, along with senior officials from Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire, symbolizing Liberia’s strong ties within the sub-region. In recognition of ECOWAS at 50, Liberia honored contributing member states of ECOMOG – Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone with…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi A new UNICEF Nigeria Country Representative known as Ms Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef has been appointed. This is contained in a statement by Susan Akila, Communication Specialist, UNICEF Nigeria which was made available to Journalists on Tuesday in Bauchi. Prior to her appointment, Wafaa Saeed served as the UNICEF Representative in Somalia, where she achieved significant successes in advancing children’s rights and well-being within a complex and challenging environment. With over 20 years of dedicated service in international humanitarian and development work, Wafaa Saeed brings a wealth of experience and leadership to Nigeria’s efforts to improve the…
Transnational Corporation Plc, Nigeria’s leading listed conglomerate, announced its half-year unaudited results, showing impressive year-on-year growth, for the period ended June 30, 2025. Transcorp Group’s H1 2025 revenue grew by 59% from N175.4 billion in 2024 to N279.7 billion, while profit before tax grew by 21%, to close at N85.7 billion compared to N70.9 billion recorded in H1 2024. Despite continuing economic headwinds, Nigeria’s bellwether stock, with a portfolio that spans power, resources and hospitality continues to deliver for shareholders – and make significant investments in Nigerian infrastructure. Notable highlights of the period included the launch of the Transcorp Centre…
The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has visited Benue State to condole with the Governor, Rev. Father Hyacinth Alia and the state on the recent killings especially in Yelwata and Dauda communities. During the visit, the First Lady decried the killings which she described as heart wrenching and unnecessary. “As a mother, I urge you all to bury any grievances and go back to cordial and peaceful coexistence. “When there are disagreements, dialogue and patience remain the best solution, rather than violence. The way of peace is the way of love and love is the greatest power on…
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has pleaded with diplomatic community to support Nigeria’s bid for economic transformation. The National President of NACCIMA, Dr. Jani Ibrahim, who recognized the importance of collaboration with foreign economies to booster the nation’s private sector and improve Nigeria’s drive towards economic transformation, made the call In his keynote address at the NACCIMA’s inaugural Economic Diplomacy Dialogue held in Abuja on Tuesday, 29 July, 2025. The event, which brought together ambassadors, government ministers, and business leaders to explore collaborative strategies aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and industrial cooperation, was…