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By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Former Assistant Director of the Department of State Services (DSS), Dennis Amachree, has defended the decision to seek the harshest punishment for two senior Ansaru commanders, Mahmud Usman and Abubakar Abba, who were recently sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism-related offences. Speaking during an interview on TVC, Amachree argued that individuals responsible for acts of terrorism and the deaths of innocent Nigerians deserve the maximum penalty under the law. According to him, the two convicted men belonged to a terrorist network linked to numerous deadly attacks across the country. Amachree alleged that the group became notorious…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide President of the Borno South Youth Alliance, Samaila Kaigama, has made allegations regarding ransom payments linked to terrorist-related hostage negotiations, claiming that some individuals involved in the process complained they received less money than was reportedly released. Kaigama made the claims during an interview on Channels Television while discussing the worsening security situation in Borno State. According to him, the alleged complaints came after ransom negotiations had been concluded. He alleged that those involved informed him they received ₦1.9 billion, despite claims that ₦5 billion had been released for the ransom. According to Kaigama, they questioned…

By Peter Omopo Real Madrid finished as the highest scoring club at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with players representing the Spanish giants combining to score 22 goals during the tournament, underlining the club’s dominance on football’s biggest international stage. Although Spain claimed the World Cup title with a 1-0 extra time victory over Argentina in the final, Real Madrid stars stole the spotlight through their outstanding performances for their respective national teams. France captain Kylian Mbappé led the way with 10 goals, securing the tournament’s Golden Boot for the second time in his career. England midfielder Jude Bellingham contributed…

By Peter Omopo The Federal Government has congratulated Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on his election as the new Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs through its spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Nigeria welcomed President Faye’s emergence as chairman of the regional bloc and commended ECOWAS for conducting what it described as a smooth leadership transition. The ministry said the seamless process reflected ECOWAS’ continued commitment to democratic principles, regional unity and collective development among member states. According…

By Peter Omopo The Coalition of Etung Youth for Good Governance has defended Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu against recent criticisms by the 2023 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Senator Sandy Onor, describing the remarks as politically motivated and disconnected from the realities of governance in the state. In a statement signed by its Convener, Fidelis Okang, the group argued that Senator Onor’s comments should be viewed in the context of his defeat in the 2023 governorship election. The coalition urged the former governorship candidate to reflect on the reasons Cross River voters elected Governor Otu instead of…

Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Dr Abdulrasheed Bawa, has completed a doctoral research that examines the strengths and shortcomings of Nigeria’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework, earning him a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in International Relations and Diplomacy from the Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja. The former anti-corruption czar successfully defended his doctoral thesis before graduating from the Nile University on Thursday, July 16, 2026, a development that has drawn congratulatory messages from family members, associates, colleagues and admirers who described the achievement as another milestone in his commitment to scholarship and public service.…

  LAPO Microfinance Bank has received a Recognition Award from the Office of the Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy, Lagos State, at the closing ceremony of the Climate Finance Preparedness Clinic (CFPC) 2026, held as part of the Climate Finance Leadership and Recognition Night. The event, which brought together key stakeholders including government officials, regulators, development finance institutions, financial institutions, investors, corporate executives, and sustainability leaders, provided a platform for strategic conversations, partnerships, and initiatives aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s climate finance ecosystem. The recognition acknowledged LAPO Microfinance Bank’s continued efforts in advancing sustainability, expanding access to climate…

By Sola Ojewusi  LAGOS — Expectations are building ahead of the July 25 premiere of Return of Jero, a new stage production inspired by Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka’s celebrated play, The Trials of Brother Jero. What has attracted considerable attention, however, is not only the revival of one of Nigeria’s most enduring theatrical masterpieces but also the remarkable story behind its production. The play is the brainchild of Mr. Babatunde Odubanwo, a multi-talented young Nigerian whose professional career is rooted in the finance industry but whose passion for the creative arts is rapidly earning him recognition as one of…

By Sola Ojewusi As tributes continue to pour in following the passing of Prince Adetunji Adeyemi Ogunwusi, the immediate elder brother of His Imperial Majesty, Ọọ̀ni Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, CFR, a more complete portrait is emerging of a distinguished prince whose life was defined by enterprise, excellence, and quiet service. To many, he was a revered prince of the ancient House of Oduduwa. To Nigeria’s business community, he was one of the country’s foremost indigenous real estate developers—a visionary entrepreneur whose audacious investments transformed the skyline of Lagos and raised the bar for luxury residential development. Born…

By Dr Wahab Shittu “I will actually be a good President,” she assured me. I confess I didn’t take her seriously; I had no idea she stood a chance in the race. But the confidence in her voice, in her poise, was unmistakable. I should have known better. Confidence, after all, is her birthright. Oyinkan is the first child of two pioneers: the late Professor Folabi Olumide, renowned surgeon and first Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University, and Mrs. Folasade Olumide, the first female Registrar of the University of Lagos. She was raised on the UNILAG campus in a home where…