The President of the 10th Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has extended his heartfelt felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Akpabio, in a congratulatory message personally signed by him, described President Tinubu’s passion for Nigeria’s progress as contagious adding that his vision and dedication to Nigeria are inspiring. “Your Excellency, on behalf of my family and constituents, the Senate and entire National Assembly, I wish you a happy 73rd birthday. Today marks a significant milestone in your life, and I am honoured to celebrate with you. “Your leadership, vision and dedication to our…
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As we mark the end of Ramadan 1446 AH, a month of devotion, sacrifice, and self-reflection, I join our Muslim faithful across Nigeria in celebrating Eid-el-Fitr 2025. I pray that the Almighty Allah accepts our fasts, supplications, and good deeds, and may He reward us abundantly for our dedication and sacrifice. Let this Eid be a time of empathy, love, unity, and compassion towards one another, as we continue to uphold the values of peace, tolerance, and generosity that Islam teaches. Let us also remember those in need and extend a helping hand. May the blessings of Ramadan bring harmony…
By Ibrahim A. Jagaba Barely ten days after his recommendation amongst other qualified senior police officers for promotion by IGP Kayode Egbetokun, and his consequent elevation from the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), to the next rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), immediate past Commander of the Raider team of SCID Panti, Yaba, Lagos, Saheed Olayinka Egbeyemi, was on Thursday, 27 March, 2025, decorated with his new rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police by AIG Fayoade Adegoke Mustapha, Assistant Inspector General of Police, in charge of Zone 2 Command of the Nigeria Police Force. Shortlisted for decoration …
Zenith Bank Plc has announced its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2024, delivering significant growth across key performance indicators. The Bank’s impressive performance reflects effective management and pricing of its risk assets, as well as an optimized treasury portfolio, reinforcing its position as a leader in Nigeria’s banking industry. According to the audited financial results for the 2024 financial year presented to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX), the Bank recorded a double-digit year-on-year (YoY) growth of 86% in gross earnings, increasing from N2.13 trillion in 2023 to N3.97 trillion in 2024. This growth was driven by a…
As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, marks his 73rd birthday, his Senior Special Assistant on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has paid glowing tributes to the President, celebrating his leadership, resilience, and unwavering commitment to national development. Orelope-Adefulire, OFR, lauded him as “a visionary leader, an inspiration to the nation, and a statesman whose relentless pursuit of good governance has impacted generations.” In a statement commemorating the President’s birthday, Orelope-Adefulire described Tinubu’s leadership as one that embodies strategic foresight, resilience, and an unyielding determination to build a Nigeria that offers opportunities for all. She remarked that from his…
The Presidency has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of playing desperate politics by making false claims about an alleged Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigation involving Lagos State.The presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga stated this through a statement issued on Friday, 28 March, 2025. Atiku had earlier, through his media office, denied reports suggesting that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu funded his 2023 presidential campaign.In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Paul Ibe, and titled “Halt This Tinubu’s Voyage of Misadventure and Campaign of Calumny Against Atiku Abubakar,” the Atiku Media Office dismissed claims that funds allegedly belonging to…
Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, has confirmed the revocation of security clearances for former President Joe Biden, former Vice President Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton and other political opponents. Gabbard, who revealed this in a post on X on Friday, 28 March, 2025, stated that the clearances were revoked according to President Donald Trump’s directive. “Per @POTUS directive, I have revoked former President Joe Biden’s security clearance, and revoked clearances and access to classified information for Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Liz Cheney, Adam Kinzinger, Fiona Hill, and Alexander Vindman,” Gabbard wrote. Earlier this month, Gabbard revoked the security clearances of…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc has released its audited consolidated and separate financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024, to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and the London Stock Exchange, LSE. The group reported a profit before tax of N1.266 trillion, representing an increase of 107.8 percent over the N609.3 billion recorded in the corresponding year ended December 2023. According to the statement, this performance reflects not just strong earnings but also the quality and sustainability of its earnings, underpinned by a well-diversified revenue base, robust risk management practices, and disciplined capital management. The group recorded growth across…
Investors at the Nigerian stock market recorded N148 billion on Friday, 28 March, 2025 to end the week on a bullish trend. At the end of Friday’s trading, details showed that market capitalisation rose by N148 billion, or 0.22 percent, to close at N66.257 trillion, compared with N66.109 trillion on Thursday. Similarly, the All-Share Index (ASI) also climbed by 234.52 points or 0.22 percent to settle at 105,660.64. The uptrend was driven by strong buying interest in medium and large-cap stocks such as GTCO, NASCON, and MRS. Additionally, the release of full-year financial results and corporate actions from some listed…
The immediate former president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has joined the nation in celebrating the birthday of President Bola Tinubu on Saturday, March 29, 2025 He said he and his family are praying for Tinubu’s long life, good health, and a successful administration as he marks his birthday. Buhari, in a statement signed by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, on Saturday,29 March, 2025, said he was truly proud of his association with Tinubu. “When we pray for our leaders, we are praying for ourselves and the nation. We owe this to ourselves and the nation,” Buhari said to Tinubu. “No doubt,…