Author: Amina Mohammed

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima and other eminent Nigerians on their conferment as Fellows of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES), describing the honour as a well-deserved recognition of their immense contributions to the nation’s economic thought, policy, and development. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President said the conferment, which will take place tomorrow (Monday), September 8, is a tribute to the honourees’ dedication to national service and intellectual excellence. “Your recognition is a testament to your exemplary service, intellectual depth, and commitment to advancing…

Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has denied spending N100 billion on the Nigeria Air project under the Muhammadu Buhari administration. During an appearance as a guest on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Tuesday, Sirika stated that due process was followed in attempts to execute the project. While denying claims that he spent N100 billion on the project, the former minister said only about N3 billion out of the total N5 billion budget was released. “It is a lie that I spent N100 billion, and it was lost in the process. The total budget for the national carrier was N5bn,…

The Vice President of the Republic of Colombia, Her Excellency, Francia Márquez has arrived in Abuja on a 3-day official visit to Nigeria. Márquez was accompanied on the official visit by her spouse, Mr Rafael Yerney Pinillo Ocoró. The Colombian Vice President was received on arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji; Minister of Women Affairs, Hon. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim; Minister of State, FCT, Dr. Mariya Mahmud Bunkure, Director General of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, among other senior government officials. According to a statement by…

Bashir Haske, a businessman and son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Speaking in a notice issued by Dele Oyewale, EFCC spokesperson, the anti-graft agency stated that Haske is wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. Oyewale urged members of the public to provide any information that could lead to Haske’s arrest. “The public is hereby notified that Abdullahi Bashir Haske, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the EFCC in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering,” he said. The statement added that…

The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, will be crowned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025,  Investigations by PUNCH revealed that his nomination has been approved by the State Governor, Seyi Makinde. It was further gathered that the state delegation met with Ladoja and other members of the Olubadan-In-Council at his Bodija private residence on Wednesday. When contacted, a media aide to the 44th Olubadan, Adeola Oloko, confirmed the development. “Oba Ladoja will be enthroned as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on Friday, September 26, 2025. “The ceremony is billed for the ancient Mapo Hall in Ibadan,…

The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condoled the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda over the demise of his mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda. Mama Yilwatda died on Sunday in Jos, Plateau State at the age of 83. The Chairman of NSGF who is also the Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya conveyed the condolence message on behalf of fellow Northern Governors, describing the passing of the octogenarian as a deeply painful loss. He eulogised Mama Lydia as a devout Christian, a strong family matriarch and a respected community leader who dedicated her life…

The by-elections currently holding across 12 Nigerian states, as organised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), cover 16 constituencies to fill vacant seats in the Senate, House of Representatives, and State Houses of Assembly, alongside two court-ordered re-run elections. Below is the full list of constituencies involved, based on available information: Senatorial Districts (2) Anambra South Senatorial District (Anambra State) – Vacant due to the death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah (Young Progressive Party) in July 2024. Edo Central Senatorial District (Edo State) – Vacant due to the election of Senator Monday Okpebholo (All Progressives Congress) as Edo State Governor.…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress-led federal government is using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intimidate and bully the opposition into joining the APC. This was as he noted that the EFCC detained the former Governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, because he is a member of the opposition Coalition. Atiku, in a statement posted on his social media platforms on Tuesday, said the detention of Tambuwal and other opposition figures, “is a continuation of the Tinubu-led administration’s agenda to harass, intimidate, and decimate the opposition.” He said…

Fuji music maestro, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal aka K1, has tendered an unreserved apology over the ugly incident at the airport on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. In a statement signed by the singer, he tendered apologies to all concerned but firmly insists that he didn’t have alcohol in his flask but water. He also tendered an apology to the Presidency, Aviation ministry, FAAN as well as Valuejet. The statement in full below, “The incident that occurred at the local wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on August 5, 2025, involving my humble self and ValueJet Airline, was to say the…

Afrobeats star Davido and his wife, Chioma have arrived in Miami for their upcoming white wedding ceremony. The couple’s romantic arrival was captured on video, showing them boarding a private jet adorned with welcome flowers and a special chair inscribed with “MRS”. Davido also shared a photo of himself in Miami, building anticipation for their special day. Recall that the Grammy-nominated singer had in April announced that the final lap of their marriage ceremony will be held in August without mentioning the date. According to reports, the wedding is expected to take place on Saturday. Davido’s uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke,…