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IKOH NDI ABIA 2027: The Maturity Of Time For A Calm, Experience And Winning Leadership In Abia State

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

By: Aaron Mike Odeh Politics, especially in a developing democracy like ours, is beyond mere political activities and electoral contests. It is fundamentally about leadership, vision, emotional intelligence, capacity, and the ability to inspire confidence among the people. In moments when the destiny of a people stands at a defining...

The Homeland Security Appointment Debate: Why Nigeria Must Avoid Institutional Overlap

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

By Damilola Ajasa The appointment of a Special Adviser on Homeland Security by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has generated significant public debate. While every government has the right to innovate and strengthen its security architecture, it is equally important to ask whether new structures genuinely address institutional gaps or merely...

Alleged Coup Trial: Cleric Says He Warned That The Plot Would Fail

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

*Admits he received money for ‘prayers’ A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, viewed a video- recorded statement by Sheikh Sani Abdulkadir, the sixth defendant in the ongoing trial of persons accused of conspiring to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu. In the recording, the Sheikh, who admitted...

Bauchi APC: Why Credibility Must Trump Consensus by Sabiu Zaranda

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Every politics is local. Understanding the culture and mindset of a place is essential if politics is to thrive. In Bauchi, elite manipulation in candidate selection has rarely succeeded. That culture makes Bauchi politics distinct. As the consensus process deepens, transparency and credibility must prevail. In trying to minimise risk...

2027 zoning debate: Opposition must choose strategy over sentiment — Atiku camp warns

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cautioned opposition political actors against embracing what it described as a self-defeating and intellectually dishonest narrative that insists the 2027 presidential ticket must be zoned exclusively to the South. In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, signed by Olusola...

Falana Demands Prosecution In High-Profile Murder Cases Across Nigeria

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Falana asks authorities to prosecute politically connected suspects linked to killings, torture, robberies and alleged extrajudicial executions across Nigeria. Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has accused authorities of covering up murder cases involving politically exposed and highly connected individuals in Nigeria. In a statement issued...

Aviation Union Warns Jet Fuel Crisis Threatens Nigeria’s Airline Industry

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Aviation union says persistent Jet A1 shortages are disrupting operations, worsening crew fatigue and threatening aviation safety across Nigeria. Fresh concerns have emerged over the growing impact of Nigeria’s Jet A1 aviation fuel shortages with the National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) raising alarm over aviation fuel crisis...

Transcorp Pays Shareholders N20.3bn Dividend Amid Strong 2025 Performance

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Transcorp reports major revenue and profit growth driven by resilient operations across energy and hospitality businesses. Transnational Corporation Plc has declared a total dividend of N20.3 billion, representing N2.00 per share to its shareholders, at its 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Abuja. The total dividend comprises an interim...

Akwa Ibom: Esit Eket Stakeholders Issue Seven-Day Ultimatum Over Alleged PIA Funds Mismanagement

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Esit Eket stakeholders in Akwa Ibom demand accountability over alleged PIA funds mismanagement, issue seven-day ultimatum and threaten legal action. Tension is mounting in Esit Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State as stakeholders, traditional rulers and community leaders have issued a seven-day ultimatum to the leadership of the...

IsDB Secures $1bn Through First Sukuk Issuance Of 2026 Amid Strong Investor Demand

NewsDeskNgMay 11, 2026May 11, 20260

Islamic Development Bank raises $1bn via Sukuk issuance, attracting strong global investor demand despite market volatility. The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has raised US$ 1 billion through a benchmark Sukuk issuance in the capital markets. They stated that after several weeks of closely monitoring the markets, the transaction was executed...

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IKOH NDI ABIA 2027: The Maturity Of Time For A Calm, Experience And Winning Leadership In Abia State

The Homeland Security Appointment Debate: Why Nigeria Must Avoid Institutional Overlap

Alleged Coup Trial: Cleric Says He Warned That The Plot Would Fail

Bauchi APC: Why Credibility Must Trump Consensus by Sabiu Zaranda

2027 zoning debate: Opposition must choose strategy over sentiment — Atiku camp warns

Falana Demands Prosecution In High-Profile Murder Cases Across Nigeria

Aviation Union Warns Jet Fuel Crisis Threatens Nigeria’s Airline Industry

Transcorp Pays Shareholders N20.3bn Dividend Amid Strong 2025 Performance

Akwa Ibom: Esit Eket Stakeholders Issue Seven-Day Ultimatum Over Alleged PIA Funds Mismanagement

IsDB Secures $1bn Through First Sukuk Issuance Of 2026 Amid Strong Investor Demand