Zamfara Crisis: Rights Group Asks Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency Over Insecurity, Collapse of Governance

…Accuses state government of aiding illegal mining, calls for non-partisan interim leadership A human rights coalition, Northern Citizens Alliance for Justice (NCAJ), has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a state of emergency in Zamfara, citing the total breakdown of governance, worsening insecurity, and the alleged complicity of the state government in criminal mining operations. In a statement …

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Appreciating Tinubu’s penchant for excellence in budgeting By Okanga Agila

The Budget Office of the Federal Republic of Nigeria operates under the guidance of the Federal Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning. Over the years, the Office has witnessed numerous leadership transitions—often abrupt and inconsistent—leading to underperformance, infrastructural decay, and an erosion of professionalism. Leadership struggles and industrial unrest were further compounded by partisanship and blatant disregard for established procedures. …

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Court Orders Final Forfeiture of Seven Properties Linked to Ex-Banker in Lagos

Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, ordered the final forfeiture of seven properties linked to one Muiz Tijani Adeyinka, a former staff of First Bank Plc. The properties are: Plot 9, Block 28 Itunu City, Veritas Homes & Properties Ltd., Aiyetoro, Epe Lagos State; a three-bedroom flat described as …

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Stream Like a Pro: Expert Tips to Maximize Your Showmax Subscription This April

The Showmax Shikini deal may be over, but that doesn’t mean the excitement has to end. April is bringing a whole new wave of must-watch content that’ll make every moment spent on the platform feel completely worth it. If you’re looking to make the most of your subscription this month, we’ve got you covered with all the tips you need. …

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Sterling Bank Takes Sides with Nigerians … Eliminates bank transfer fees

In a bold move that resets the rules of engagement in the Nigerian banking sector, Sterling Bank has removed transfer fees on its digital banking platform, OneBank. This decisive move makes Sterling the first major Nigerian bank to forgo earning a cut from customer transactions on its own app. The initiative marks a turning point in the industry and reflects …

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