*Opinion* By George Ozalla The unhealthy practice of begging can also strain relationships with family, friends, and even strangers. Frequent requests for money can lead to feelings of resentment and mistrust, causing people to become less willing to help. Furthermore, widespread begging can impact societal attitudes towards giving and generosity, potentially resulting in donor fatigue. […]
By George Ozalla Muhammad Jibrin Barde, the former PDP Governorship candidate for Gombe State, has reiterated his determination to rescue the state from what he describes as the failed leadership of Governor Inuwa Yahaya’s All Progress Congress (APC) administration. During a recent visit to former Vice President- Atiku Abubakar, the PDP flag bearer in the […]
By Michael Adedotun Oke As Nigeria strives for economic revival, a fundamental truth often gets lost in the spreadsheets: the true measure of economic success lies not just in the data, but in the human faces impacted by development. The nation’s foundational packages and social welfare programs must be tailored to the people’s reality, driven […]
By Michael Adedotun Oke As residents of Gwagwalada Area Council grapple with the lingering effects of a strike by local council workers, a familiar tension grips the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). What began as a localized industrial action to press for improved welfare in one of Abuja’s six area councils has quickly become a stark […]
By George Ozalla Dr. George Elombi has been appointed as the new President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), succeeding Professor Benedict Oramah, who has served in the role since 2015. The appointment was confirmed at the Bank’s 32nd Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held in Abuja, Nigeria, on Saturday June 28, 2025. Dr. Elombi, […]
By George Ozalla Morenike Grace Henry’s appointment as Chairman of the National Council of the Nigerian Legion marks a historic milestone, as she becomes the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s history. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to gender inclusivity and affirmative action is evident in this appointment, which is a positive […]
By George Ozalla The 32nd Annual General Meeting of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) started this week in Abuja, Nigeria, from June 25, to end on 28, 2025, with over 6,000 delegates from across Africa and beyond in attendance. The event has all the trappings of great leadership transition, with Professor Benedict Oramah set to […]
By George Ozalla Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, has commended Abdullahi Ganduje, the former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his decision to resign due to health issues. Obi described Ganduje’s resignation as a rare and commendable act in Nigerian politics, setting a precedent for […]
By George Ozalla President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the second highest national honor of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) on Professor Benedict Okey Oramah, the outgoing President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The conferment took place Friday during the on-going 32nd Annual […]
By George Ozalla In a surprising move, President Bola Tinubu has brokered a peace deal in the Rivers State political crisis, paving the way for the reinstatement of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara. According to sources, the agreement was reached during a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa on Thursday night, attended by key stakeholders including […]
