Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

NNPC Ltd Seeks Partnership For World-Class Operations For Refinery Revival ~ Ojulari The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has disclosed that the company is engaging partners with proven expertise in refining and petrochemical operations to deliver sustainable, self-financing, and profitable solutions for Nigeria’s refineries. Ojulari made this known while responding to questions during a fireside chat themed “Securing Nigeria’s Energy Future at NIES 2026” at the ongoing Nigeria International Energy Summit (NIES) 2026 in Abuja on Wednesday. According to him, past efforts at revamping the nation’s refineries were largely driven by a focus…

Political office holders ready for new remuneration ~ RMAFC By Elegbede Abiodun The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), had said on Thursday that it has finalised work on a new remuneration for political office others in the country which it has submitted to the President through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. Chairman of the Commission, Mohammed Bello Shehu who disclosed this at a budget defence of the agency before the House Committee on Finance said the new proposal which is for Ministers and political office holders will soon be forwarded to…

Manny Ita  – ​President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is facing a sharp uptick in domestic criticism over his frequent travels to Europe, with political analysts and columnists sardonically labeling him the “Nigerian Ambassador to France.” The critique followed the President’s return to Abuja in early 2026 after a prolonged end-of-year holiday in Paris and a subsequent summit in Abu Dhabi. Public commentators have noted with irony that the President’s frequent presence in the French capital contrasts sharply with his perceived “dogged silence” on pressing domestic issues, including a controversial Christmas Day airstrike in Sokoto and the ongoing political crisis in Rivers…

Manny Ita- Former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, is facing intense public criticism following a series of statements in which he asserted that the Super Eagles would have secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup had he remained in office. Speaking during a recent interview on Sunday Oliseh’s Global Football Insights show and subsequent media appearances, Pinnick expressed shock at the national team’s current predicament, particularly given that the expanded format now offers ten qualification slots to African nations. The former CAF Vice President argued that his administrative experience and ability to set the…

Manny Ita  – The Federal Government has formally launched the Nigeria National Halal Economy Strategy, a comprehensive policy framework designed to position the country as a leading global hub for halal-compliant trade and ethical finance. Unveiled at the State House in Abuja on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the strategy aims to tap into the $7.7 trillion global halal market, with projections to unlock over $12 billion in economic cfvalue for Nigeria by 2030. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, described the initiative as a “declaration of our promise to meet global standards with Nigerian capacity and…

Manny Ita  – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area in Kwara State following the massacre of at least 162 people in the villages of Woro and Nuku. The newly established military command is mandated to spearhead “Operation Savannah Shield,” an intensive offensive designed to neutralize terrorist elements believed to belong to the Lakurawa group or a Boko Haram faction. Describing the assault as a “cowardly and beastly” act, the President condemned the attackers as “heartless for choosing soft targets in their doomed campaign of terror.” The Presidency further…

Manny Ita  – The Federal Government has escalated its campaign to enforce financial autonomy for Nigeria’s 774 local government areas, vowing to deploy “tough executive action” against state governors who continue to interfere with grassroots finances. Nearly twenty months after the landmark Supreme Court ruling of July 2024, President Bola Tinubu has expressed growing frustration with the continued circumvention of the judgment through State-Local Government Joint Accounts. During a recent high-level briefing, the President issued a direct ultimatum to state executives, warning that he is prepared to sign a decisive Executive Order to bypass state structures entirely. Signaling his readiness…

Olubadan visits Lagos, asks for Constitutional Role for Traditional Leadership L-R: The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, receiving an Eyo effigy from the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, during a courtesy visit to Lagos House, Marina, on Thursday, February 5 The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has made request for a clearly defined constitutional role for traditional rulers in Nigeria, noting that formal recognition would strengthen governance and deepen collaboration between monarchs and elected authorities. Oba Ladoja made the call on Thursday during a courtesy visit to Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Lagos House Marina, where he…

Davido reveals schedule of 2026 expansion tour of 5ive Award-winning singer Davido has extended his 5ive Alive World Tour into 2026, adding a series of high-profile dates across Africa, Europe, and North America to promote his fifth studio album, 5IVE. The announcement, shared via his official social media channels, has generated widespread excitement among fans, with tickets already on sale for most shows. The new phase begins with a major East African stop in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on February 7, 2026, at Lugalo Golf Club. This performance marks a significant return to the region, where Davido maintains one of…

Kai Cenat donates educational materials to Makoko kids, showing affection By Elegbede Abiodun A popular US-based streamer, Kai Cenat, has paid visit to the Makoko Children School Orphanage Home, donating school supplies and spending time with the children. The 24-year-old content creator, known for his massive online following, interacted with the kids through dancing, painting, and games. Cenat, on his second trip to Nigeria, showed his love for Lagos, citing the warm reception he received. He said he feels very comfortable whenever he is in Lagos, and the love he gets is a big reason he keeps coming back.…