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Jim Ovia Retires as Zenith Bank Chairman After 12-Year Tenure, Mustafa Bello Appointed Successor

Zenith Bank Plc has announced the retirement of its Founder and Group Chairman, Mr. Jim Ovia, following the expiration of his tenure in line with regulatory requirements. The bank disclosed this in a corporate notice issued in Lagos on May 5, 2026. Ovia completed the mandatory 12-year tenure permitted under corporate governance guidelines for financial […]

NNPC Signs MoU with Chinese Firms to Revive Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms to advance the completion and operation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. The agreement, signed in Jiaxing City, China, on April 30, 2026, involves a proposed Technical Equity Partnership (TEP). Signatories include the Group Chief […]

Court Fixes May 8 to Rule on Sowore’s No-Case Submission in Cyberbullying Trial

A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 8 to rule on the no-case submission filed by activist Mr. Omoyele Sowore in his alleged cyberbullying trial involving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Justice Mohammed Umar adjourned the matter after both the defence and prosecution adopted their final written addresses on the application. The case, instituted […]

Nigeria Condemns Threats Against Citizens in South Africa, Demands Probe into Deaths of Citizens

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned reported threats against Nigerians and other foreign nationals in South Africa, warning that such actions could further strain bilateral relations. The ministry stated that certain groups had allegedly called on foreigners, particularly black migrants, to leave the country. The spokesperson for the ministry, Mr. Kimiebi Ebienfa, disclosed this […]

ADC Releases 2026 Primary Election Timetable, Fixes Nomination Fees

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released its timetable for the 2026 primary elections, detailing key dates for nomination processes, screening, and internal party activities, as part of efforts to strengthen internal governance and compliance with electoral standards. In a statement issued on Sunday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi, said the schedule […]

Police Dismiss ASP, Four Others Over Unlawful Killing in Delta

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed an Assistant Superintendent of Police, ASP Nuhu Usman, and four other officers over the unlawful killing of a suspect in the Effurun area of Delta State, reinforcing its stance on accountability and professional conduct. The Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, announced the dismissals, stating that the affected […]

Obi, Kwankwaso Join NDC as Opposition Realignments Intensify Ahead of 2027

Former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, and former Kano State Governor, Dr. Musa Kwankwaso, have formally joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), marking a significant shift in Nigeria’s opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), and Kwankwaso, a former presidential candidate of the […]

Security: FRSC Steps Up Nationwide Crackdown on Okada and Tricycle Operators

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has intensified its nationwide regulation and enforcement measures targeting commercial motorcycles, popularly known as “okada”, and tricycles (“keke”) in response to growing security concerns. The FRSC Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Osondu Ohaeri, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Abuja. […]

FG Summons South African Envoy Over Attacks on Nigerians

The Federal Government has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner in Abuja over attacks on foreign nationals in the country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Saturday. South Africa, the continent’s most industrialised economy, has long attracted both documented and undocumented African workers. However, burdened by an unemployment rate exceeding 30 per cent, the […]

Gov. Mohammed Defects from PDP to APM Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Bauchi State Governor, Mr. Bala Mohammed, has officially defected to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), alongside members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to the Tanimu Turaki-led executive. Mr. Mohammed announced his defection at the Bauchi Government House on Saturday, flanked by the APM National Chairman, Mr. Yusuf Dantalle, as well as other […]

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