Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has hailed the Olusegun Obasanjo Leadership Institute (OOLI) as a bold and visionary response to Africa’s leadership deficit, declaring it “poised to become a continental model for leadership development.” Speaking at the official inauguration of the Institute’s 13-member Governing Board in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Mahama described the initiative as timely and transformative. “Africa’s future hinges on the kind of leaders we produce. OOLI represents a powerful platform to train ethical, courageous, and visionary leaders ready to tackle today’s challenges and shape tomorrow,” he said. The board, chaired by former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and led…
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By Fatima Ndagi A major wave of political mobilisation is sweeping through Abia State as over 20,000 new members were inaugurated into the Renewed Hope Partners (RHP) — a grassroots initiative aimed at amplifying President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda at the community level. The event, which took place in Bende Local Government Area, marked a turning point for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the South East, with dozens of defectors from the Young Progressive Party (YPP) joining the ruling party. At the heart of this surge is Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, who…
***Boosts Agriculture with Tractors and Input Packages By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu, Lafia The Nasarawa State Government, in collaboration with the World Bank through the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project, has disbursed N744 million in compensation to communities affected by gully erosion across Lafia-Doma and Toto Local Government Areas. Speaking in Lafia, the State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Princess Margaret Elayo, said the compensation is part of the state’s commitment to environmental sustainability, agricultural development, and community resilience. l The ACReSAL project, which is being implemented in 19 northern states and the FCT, aims to promote sustainable…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports suggesting it has awarded automatic return tickets to all its National Assembly lawmakers ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement released on Tuesday in Abuja, APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, categorically denied the claim, labeling it as false and misleading. “The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been drawn to a fake breaking news report titled: ‘APC Grants Automatic Tickets to All National Assembly Members’, currently circulating online,” the statement read. “The report is entirely false and did not originate from the APC. We urge all party members…
By Muhammed Danjuma Ogwu, Lafia The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested four members of a notorious car snatching syndicate along the Doma-Lafia Road, barely 24 hours after a vehicle was reported stolen. The arrest was made by operatives of the Doma Division, following credible intelligence that led to the swift interception of the suspects and recovery of the stolen car. In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, and obtained by our correspondent in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, it was confirmed that the stolen vehicle was recovered less than a day after…
By Augustine Eigbe, Ph.D Democracy in Nigeria is facing unprecedented challenges. Recent developments including executive overreach, disregard for judicial rulings, allegations of compromise by the judiciary, weakening of separation of powers, and the systematic collapse of opposition parties raises pertinent questions about the sustainability of democratic governance in the country. One of the most glaring indicators of democratic backsliding in Nigeria is the increasing defiance of court rulings by both federal and state governments. A striking example is the prolonged resistance to the Supreme Court’s judgment affirming local government autonomy. Despite the apex court’s clear ruling, many state…
The Federal Government has restated its commitment to building a stable and transparent business environment that encourages innovation, attracts investment, and supports private sector growth. The assurance was given by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a courtesy visit by respected businessman and philanthropist, Mr. Femi Otedola, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Also present was the Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, highlighting the joint efforts of the economic team to promote private sector participation in national development. Director of Information and Public Relations, Mohammed…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo’s Government on Monday said it liquidated a total N98.8 billion debt since assumption of office 15 months ago. The state Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning, Asiwaju Ashiru Idris, disclosed while briefing newsmen at end of the State Executive Council (EXCO) Meeting held at the Council Chambers, Government House, Lokoja. The commissioner explained that the debts so far cleared include those dated as far back as the regime of Alhaji Ibrahim Idris and 50 billion bailout fund granted the administration of Captain Idris Ichalla Wada. “So far, this administration under the leadership…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja. RT Hon. Comfort Nwuchiola Egwaba, first female Deputy Speaker of Kogi House of Assembly and member representing Ibaji Constituency, has described the 8th Assembly as the best Assembly ever in the history of Kogi State. Hon. Egwaba who disclosed this while fielding questions from newsmen at the Assembly Complex in Lokoja as part of activities to mark her second year in office as a Legislator said her conviction stemmed from the quality of the current crop of legislators. She said from the quality, calibre and output of members of the 8th Assembly in the state, the…
By: Lamara Garba In a world where leadership often wears the heavy cloak of command, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State walks a different path—one marked not by spectacle, but by quiet grace. His recent donation of N5 million to support the health of Professor Abubakar Roko, a senior lecturer at Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, shines like a candle in a stormy night—a gesture simple in form, yet profound in meaning. This act of compassion stirred a ripple through the academic community, reaching hearts far beyond Sokoto. The family of Professor Roko, alongside the Academic Staff Union of Universities…