Fresh Loan Request Sent to Senate PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has asked the Nigerian Senate to approve a fresh external loan of $516,333,070, according to a letter read during plenary on Thursday. The request was formally transmitted to Senate President Godswill Akpabio for legislative consideration. The proposed facility is expected to be sourced from Deutsche Bank. […]
By HENRY OGHENEVWETA GRADEONE A Political Narrative Built on Suspicion A charged political rendition circulating in public discourse has linked the reported removal of Finance Minister Wale Edun to earlier allegations that ₦1.15 trillion in approved capital funds remained undisbursed. The account frames the development as more than a routine cabinet reshuffle. It presents it as […]
Six Defendants Appear in Court Over Alleged Coup Bid THE Federal Government has arraigned six suspects before the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations of plotting to overthrow the Nigerian government, marking one of the most serious treason-related prosecutions in recent years. The defendants were brought before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on multiple charges reportedly […]
Judiciary at the Centre of Political Realignment NIGERIA’S opposition landscape faced a defining moment as the Supreme Court prepared to deliver rulings on internal leadership disputes affecting the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Labour Party (LP), and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The cases, centred on questions of legitimate party leadership and internal control, could determine which […]
Busy Legislative Session in Delta THE Delta State House of Assembly has advanced two major reform bills—one focused on health rights and disease prevention, the other on regulating gaming and lottery activities. The session, chaired by Deputy Speaker Arthur Akpowvowo, highlighted the legislature’s effort to address social protection and economic governance simultaneously. New Legal Push […]
Tinubu Reshuffles Economic Team PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu’s removal of Wale Edun as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy has triggered fresh debate over the direction of Nigeria’s economic management team. Edun was replaced in a cabinet reshuffle by Taiwo Oyedele, who had recently served as Minister of State for Finance. The presidency […]
Former Governor Highlights Health Reform Record IMMEDIATE past Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has pointed to his role in the passage of Nigeria’s National Health Act as a key part of his public service record, while outlining his case for a return to the Senate. Okowa, who is seeking to represent Delta North Senatorial […]
When Awards Reflect Performance IN Nigeria’s political culture, public awards often attract skepticism. Many citizens have learned to question plaques, ceremonies and glowing citations that appear disconnected from realities on the ground. That is why recent honours bestowed on Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori by Independent Newspapers have drawn wider interest. The recognitions—Outstanding Governor of […]
By INNOCENT TINO A Port Deal, and an Old National Wound NIGERIA has announced a deal involving the supply of steel from the United Kingdom for the rehabilitation of Apapa and Tin Can Island Ports, part of a broader infrastructure programme reportedly valued at hundreds of millions of dollars. On paper, it is a routine development […]
FG Files Charges Over Alleged Coup Plot THE Federal Government has filed criminal charges against persons accused of involvement in an alleged plot to forcefully overthrow the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The charges, reportedly filed after investigations by the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services (DSS), mark a significant escalation in […]