Author: Lawan

Nigeria and Switzerland have agreed to bolster bilateral relations, focusing on trade, security, economic collaboration, migration, and cultural exchange. The commitment followed a high-level meeting on Tuesday between Vice President Kashim Shettima and his Swiss counterpart, Ignazio Cassis, held at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Speaking after the discussions, Cassis highlighted plans to explore a free trade agreement linking Nigeria with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), emphasising the potential for enhanced economic ties. He further stated that Switzerland would continue to support Nigeria’s efforts to tackle insecurity in the North-East through diplomatic and technical…

The Peoples Democratic Party has said reconciliation efforts aimed at resolving its lingering internal crisis are making progress, assuring members and supporters that the party will participate fully in the forthcoming elections. This was contained in a press briefing issued by the party’s National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, who said the reconciliation initiative followed the advisory of the Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan, which urged parties in the dispute to pursue peaceful settlement in order to save the party from further crisis and preserve its electoral prospects. According to him, the party’s Board of Trustees, led by former Senate…

Group Seeks Probe, Sanctions Over Alleged Misrepresentation by Apapa Lawmaker A civic organisation, the Lagos Advocacy Group (LAG), has called for urgent disciplinary action against the member representing Apapa Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Samuel Adedayo, over allegations of misrepresentation and diversion of constituency-related projects and palliatives. In a press release issued and signed by the group spokespersons, Kemi Kasumu on Monday in Lagos, expressed concern over reports that the lawmaker sponsored a bill seeking the establishment of a Federal Medical Centre in Ajase-Ipo, Kwara State, said to be his hometown, instead of attracting such a project…

•As NGX, UBA laud Enugu as top investorGovernor Peter Mbah is putting Enugu state on the global investment map, attracting foreign investors eager to seize opportunities across the state’s thriving economy Mbah said investors should expect between 25 and 40 per cent return on their investments, noting that global manufacturers and international partners were already establishing a presence in the state, recognising its strategic position as well as the opportunities and reform agenda that were underway. The governor, who was on the president’s entourage during the state visit to the United Kingdom, UK, spoke at the UK-Nigeria Project Agglomeration Compact…

The Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture (NDCCITMA) has unveiled plans to attract up to five billion dollars structured investments to the oil-producing region in five years. Chairman of the NDCCITMA, Amb. Idaere Gogo Ogan, who disclosed this at a pre-summit conference ahead of the Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, said the initiative would catalyse no fewer than 500,000 direct and indirect jobs as well as spur investments and create wealth. He said the summit with the theme: “Driving Investment, Innovation, and Industrial Growth in the Niger Delta”, slated for…

MC Oluomo insists he remains NURTW president amid Baruwa takeover claims Musiliu Ayinde Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has insisted that he remains the National President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), dismissing claims of a leadership takeover by Tajudeen Baruwa. The development follows reports that Baruwa had taken control of the union’s national secretariat, citing court judgments he believes validate his position. The move has triggered fresh tension within the NURTW, with both camps asserting authority over the union’s leadership. Reacting in a statement shared on his Instagram page, MC Oluomo described the incident as…

War: US seeks control of Iran’s enriched uranium – Trump President Donald Trump of the United States has briefed reporters that talks between the US and Iran are centred on 15 important issues. He stated that the 15 essential principles aim to end the crisis, with Tehran’s nuclear disarmament being prioritised as points “one, two, and three”. Trump stated that if an agreement is reached, the US will grab Iran’s enriched uranium, which is critical to its contested nuclear program. Iran has consistently rejected such requests in the past, asserting its right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. On February…

Court Sets Aside Arrest, Remand, Wanted Declaration Against Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi A Magistrate Court sitting in Ogba, Ikeja, Lagos, has set aside its earlier ex-parte order authorizing the arrest, remand, and “wanted” declaration of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, also known as Hammed Ajiran. The development follows the earlier declaration of Akanbi as wanted for alleged multiple murder by the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Olorundare Jimoh, on February 19, 2026. However, in a ruling delivered today, Magistrate L.A. Owolabi of Magistrate Court 3 nullified the ex-parte order initially granted on February 16, 2026. In his decision, Magistrate Owolabi held that…

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen arrived in Istanbul on Sunday night for a scan on the arm injury he sustained last Wednesday in their UEFA Champions League match against Liverpool at Anfield. Osimhen is scheduled to undergo additional medical testing on Monday (today) to determine whether surgery is required. According to Turkish outlet Forza Cimbom, “Victor Osimhen is arriving in Istanbul tonight (Sunday). Following tomorrow’s (Monday’s) check-up, planning for surgery will be on the agenda depending on the fracture’s condition.” Galatasaray are sweating over the fitness of the star striker, who could miss between three to five months of action after…

$16m TEF grant: Agric, fashion, ICT lead 2026 entrepreneur cohort The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has said agriculture, fashion, and information and communication technology (ICT) emerged as the leading sectors in its 2026 entrepreneur cohort funded under a $16 million grant. The foundation also disclosed that women account for the majority of the new beneficiaries, while 30 per cent are drawn from rural areas, reflecting a push for gender inclusion and wider access to opportunities. The announcement was made during the unveiling of the 2026 cohort in Abuja at the weekend. Speaking at the event, Founder of TEF, Mr Tony…