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In a strategic move to bolster its economic intelligence, the Dangote Group has appointed Dr. Mahmud Hassan, a seasoned economist and former Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), as its new Group Chief Economist. The announcement, made on Monday, positions Hassan to advise the conglomerate on economic strategy, market trends, and policy…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s relentless pursuit, arrest and detention of former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has all the hallmarks of a state-sponsored vendetta masquerading as an anti-corruption crusade. For over two years now, the EFCC under Ola Olukoyede has subjected Abubakar Malami to what can only be described as a fishing expedition…
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has called for the immediate recusal of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, from overseeing his investigation, citing allegations of deep-seated bias and a personal vendetta. In a press statement issued on Monday by his media aide, Muhammad…
The M23 rebel group has claimed it captured hundreds of Burundian soldiers during its latest military advance in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, further escalating tensions in the region and casting doubt on ongoing peace efforts. A senior rebel official said the soldiers were taken during clashes around Uvira, a strategic town near the Burundi…
A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Gwarimpa, Abuja, has scheduled December 18, 2025, to deliver its ruling on the bail application of former Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige. He faces an eight-count charge of alleged contract fraud involving over ₦2.2 billion. Justice Maryam Hassan fixed the date on Monday after hearing…
An elderly Islamic cleric, identified as Ladan Zubairu, was killed on Monday morning at Yusuf Garko Mosque in the Maraba Quarters area of Kano, sparking unrest within the community. According to residents, Zubairu had gone to the mosque at dawn to perform his usual duty of calling Muslims to prayer. After the first call, he…
The worsening Zamfara insecurity has taken another grim turn with the killing of a former Vice Chairman of Bukkuyyum Local Government Area, Hon. Mu’azu Muhammad Gwashi, by suspected bandits despite the payment of a ₦15 million ransom by his family. Gwashi was reportedly abducted about five months ago and kept in captivity until he was…
The Oyo food subsidy programme has officially begun, with the state government rolling out discounted essential food items for civil and public servants as part of efforts to ease economic pressure and support workers during the festive season. The initiative was announced in Ibadan by the Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade,…
A major petrol price reduction is expected to take effect this week as MRS Oil and Gas and other partners of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery prepare to sell fuel at N739 per litre nationwide, barring any last-minute changes. The development follows a recent decision by the Dangote Refinery to reduce its petrol gantry price from…
Mohamed Salah prepares to captain Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco this week, as speculation persists over his long-term future at Liverpool despite a contract extension earlier this year. The 33-year-old Egyptian forward, who signed a new deal in April 2025 keeping him at Anfield until the summer of 2027, has…
