By George Ozalla The African Export-Import Bank, Afreximbank, has reported a strong financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, with its total assets and contingencies rising to US$48.5 billion, reflecting steady expansion across its operations and sustained investor confidence in its mandate.The figures, contained in a press release issued from Cairo on 9 […]
Troops Repel Terrorist Attack in Borno as Military Expands Clearance Operations
By George Ozalla Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have repelled a terrorist attack on a military location in Benisheikh, Borno State, in the early hours of Thursday after armed men attempted to force their way into the base.The attackers approached under cover of darkness but were engaged immediately by troops on duty, who responded with […]
APC Dismisses Danladi’s Self-Declaration as National Chairperson, Affirms Existing Leadership
By Ndudirim Silvia Iloka Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the claim by Alhaja Hafsatu Danladi declaring herself the National Chairperson of the party, describing the development as baseless and inconsistent with its constitutional provisions.Danladi had, in a press statement released on Wednesday, announced herself as the authentic leader of the party and […]
ADC Coalition Convention Hits Snag as Transcorp Hilton Withdraws Abuja Venue
By George Ozalla The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been forced into an urgent search for a new venue in Abuja after Transcorp Hilton Abuja withdrew from hosting the party’s planned national convention, barely days to the event.The development was disclosed in a statement by the ADC Vanguard, the mobilisation arm of the opposition coalition […]
Afreximbank Approves US$10bn Gulf Crisis Response Programme to Shield African, Caribbean Economies
By George Ozalla The African Export-Import Bank has approved a 10 billion US dollars Gulf Crisis Response Programme to help African and Caribbean economies absorb the shock of the escalating conflict in the Middle East.The approval was taken by the bank’s Board of Directors following concerns that the crisis could further strain trade routes, energy […]
NUJ Demands Apology from Wike Over Threat to Journalist
By George Ozalla The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has asked the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to apologize over a remark directed at Seun Okinbaloye, describing the statement as one that has no place in public office.In a statement dated April 5, 2026 and signed by its National President, Alhassan Yahya […]
Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts, boost electricity supply
By George Ozalla President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion payment plan to settle outstanding debts in the power sector under the Presidential Power Sector Financial Reforms Programme, in a move aimed at restoring liquidity, stability, and confidence across Nigeria’s electricity value chain. The announcement was made in a State House press release signed […]
Ichie Akubudike Foundation Urges Compassion, Renewed Commitment to Service at Easter
By George Ozalla The Ichie Akubudike Foundation has called on Nigerians and Christians across the world to use the Easter season as a time for reflection, compassion and renewed commitment to serving others, particularly the vulnerable.In an Easter message signed by its Founder and Chairman, High Chief Martin Nwabueze, the foundation said the resurrection of […]
When Every New Contact Becomes a Financial Expectation
Opinion By Chukwudi George Ozalla There is a quiet frustration many people live with but hardly speak about. You meet someone at an event, exchange pleasantries, and share contacts in good faith. It is a simple human moment, nothing more.Then the next interaction changes everything.The call or message that follows is no longer about staying […]
LAJA Calls for Hope, Unity, Stronger Security at Easter
By George Ozalla The League of Anambra Journalists in Abuja (LAJA) has felicitated with Christians in Nigeria and across the world on Easter, describing the period as a reminder of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its message of sacrifice, renewal and hope.In a statement signed by its leadership, the group said Easter goes beyond […]
