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2027; Seyi Makinde Will Make a New Nigeria, Dantelle.

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By Our Reporter       The National Chairman , Allied People’s Movement, APM, who is also the Chairman , Inter Party Advisory Council, IPAC, Alhaji Yusuf Mamman Dantelle has revealed that the alliance between APM and PDP and Makinde’s entrance to the Presidential contest will guarantee a new Nigeria.   Dantelle who made this revelation in Ibadan at Mapo Hall on Thursday said the deteriorating security, economic and infrastructural decay across the country in the last three years will be reversed by Governor Seyi Makinde, as Nigeria’s President.  …

APM/ PDP Alliance, Makinde’s Presidential Bid, A Welcome Development; APM NPS

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By Our Reporter.     The National Publicity Secretary, Allied People’s Movement, APM, Abubakar Yusuf has described the political marriage between APM and PDP, the Presidential Bid of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state as a welcome development, capable of consolidating multi party democracy in Nigeria.   In a statement personally signed by him and made available to newsmen said the spirit of of Nigeria’s heroes past and political gladiators from the old Western region are solidly behind Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, reawakened after many decades .  …

NJC Recommends Justice Omotosho, 11 Others for Elevation to Court of Appeal

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The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended the elevation of Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court and 11 other judicial officers to the Nigerian Court of Appeal as part of efforts to strengthen the nation’s judiciary. The recommendation was made during the Council’s 111th meeting held on May 13, 2026, under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Motonmori Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun. According to the Council, the appointments are aimed at filling vacancies created by retirements and elevations within the judiciary, while enhancing effective justice delivery…

Friday Sermon: Welcoming The Best Days Of The Year, The First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah! By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   All praise is due to Allah, Who gives preference for certain days and months as He wishes, blessing them with virtues as He wills. This is one of the manifestations of His mercy, to be a reminder for those who contemplate. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, the Almighty, the All-Forgiving, alone without any partner. And I bear witness that Muhammad is His servant and Messenger, the Chosen and the Beloved…

FG Unveils Drive to End Textile Import Dependence, Produces 10,000 Made-in-Nigeria T-Shirts

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The Federal Government has intensified efforts to revive Nigeria’s Cotton, Textile and Garment (CTG) industry with the successful production of 10,000 made-in-Nigeria T-shirts under a six-month pilot scheme aimed at reducing dependence on imported textiles. The initiative, implemented through the National Cotton, Textile and Garment Industrial Transformation Programme (NCTG-ITP), was unveiled during the Phase I Showcase and Stakeholder Working Session held on Wednesday in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan Enoh, described the programme as a major step toward repositioning Nigeria’s textile…

2027: Makinde Declares Presidential Ambition, Calls for Stronger Democracy

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By Our Reporter     Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday officially declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election under the platform of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in alliance with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Makinde made the declaration during a well-attended political rally jointly organised by the APM and PDP at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Addressing thousands of supporters and party faithful, the governor said his decision to join the presidential race was driven by the need to…

State-owned airlines: Our new ostrichism? By Omoniyi Ibietan, PhD

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Although, I am not so knowledgeable about aviation, I know it’s a capital intensive venture. So, I do not expect every state to own airport and airlines. Though states like Lagos can actually have an additional airport on the Island and it will be sustainable. Just like having a regional airline for the South East and South South geopolitical zones looks sustainable. The story of Overland Airways is telling about how airlines can create a regional niche. Another fantastic story I particularly revel is Ibom Air. May it grow in…

FHA Inaugurates 195 Housing Units In Ogun State , Adopts PPP Arrangements

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By Our Reporter     In its continued quest at tackling the nation’s Housing challenges , Federal Housing Authority, FHA on Wednesday, 13th May 2026 performed a groundbreaking ceremony at Ofada, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, Ogun state.     The ceremony which Kickstarts the construction of FHA Gateway Estate in Ogun State was performed by the Managing Director and Chief Executive of the Authority, Hon Oyetunde Ojo.   The event had many dignitaries in attendance. In his address during the ocassion, the FHA Chief Executive expressed happiness at the…

NLEA 2026: What to Expect from Nigeria’s Biggest Night of Leadership & National Recognition

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As anticipation builds for the 8th Edition of the , stakeholders, institutions, and industry leaders across the country are preparing for what promises to be one of Nigeria’s most prestigious platforms for honouring excellence, influence, and national impact.   From transformational figures in governance and business to innovators, changemakers, and social impact champions, NLEA 2026 is expected to ignite important conversations around integrity, visionary leadership, and measurable contribution to national development.   This year’s edition will feature expanded award categories, strategic national honours, and increased participation from both the public…

Why the Office of the “National Security Adviser” Should Give Way to the ” Co-ordinator on National Security” in Compliance with Law by Frank Tietie

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Nigeria’s national security architecture has, for decades, operated on a conceptual contradiction that has gone largely unnoticed in public discourse. While the country officially recognises and routinely refers to the office of the “National Security Adviser” (NSA), the law establishing the framework for intelligence coordination in Nigeria does not create any such office.   Instead, the extant law which is the National Security Agencies Act establishes an office known as the “Co-ordinator on National Security.” This statutory office, created under Section 4 of the Act, is vested with broad powers…