Author: Mujeedat
History was made on July 21, 2026 in the life of one of Nigeria’s foremost legal practitioners, Dr. Monday Onyekachi Ubani, following the award of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree in Law by Babcock University. For many who know him, it may appear to be just another academic ceremony. But for Dr. Ubani, it represents the culmination of a lifelong dream, decades of perseverance, countless sacrifices, and an unwavering faith in God. His story is one of destiny triumphing over circumstance; of a village boy whose father wanted him to become a mechanic, but who, through hard work,…
Eleven poetry collections have made the longlist for the 2026 Nigeria Prize for Literature, narrowing the contest from 223 submissions into the first major stage of the race for the $100,000 award. The announcement signals the start of a tighter round of judging, with the board now preparing to select three finalists before the winner is named later in the year. According to the advisory board, this year’s longlist reflects the strength, range and inventiveness of contemporary Nigerian poetry. The selected works were praised for engaging history, memory, identity, violence, oppression and resilience, while also showing a…
By Vera Osokpo Customs officers gathered on Port Harcourt to ensure its story and its reforms are communicated with greater purpose and impact. National Public Relations Officer, Deputy Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada, who is the lead presenter, opened the conference by stressing that communication must be integrated into operations rather than treated as an afterthought. He noted that effective communication strengthens public trust, improves compliance, and supports the successful implementation of reforms. “We need to humanise reforms and showcase success stories to demonstrate their impact on the everyday citizen, while aligning operational achievement with strategic communication,” he…
By Vera Osokpo Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has rewarded Master Great Chinedu Okediashi with N20 million for emerging winner of the World Spelling Bee Championship in China, describing the feat as a testament to the state’s sustained investment in education. The governor announced the cash reward on Friday in Asaba while receiving the championship trophy from the student and officials of the Ministry of Secondary Education at Government House. Oborevwori said the global victory reaffirmed that Delta State’s deliberate investments in education were yielding tangible results, stressing that education remained the greatest legacy parents and governments…
Author Aderemi Ogunsuyi has released Living in America, a memoir that offers an intimate and thought-provoking account of immigration, resilience, identity and the pursuit of a better life. The book chronicles Ogunsuyi’s personal journey of leaving his homeland for the United States, detailing the sacrifices, cultural adjustments and emotional challenges that shaped his path to building a new life while remaining connected to his roots. Described as more than a personal memoir, Living in America reflects the experiences of countless immigrants who have had to navigate unfamiliar environments, embrace change and overcome adversity in search of new opportunities.…
By Vera Osokpo The Nigeria Customs Service has launched a Management Information System (MIS) File Tracker commencing at PTML Area Command. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, described the move as part of efforts to deepen the use of technology for easy administration of customs personnel and promote speed and efficiency in processing documentation Represented by DCC Oluyomi Adebakin, Deputy Comptroller General in Charge of ICT /Modernisation, Adeniyi said the initiative represents another milestone in the Service’s expanding modernisation agenda, which is focused on deploying digital solutions to improve operational efficiency, enhance transparency, and facilitate seamless…
In the report, Moniepoint captures its evolution from a financial infrastructure provider to a comprehensive financial ecosystem, now serving over 20 million businesses and individuals, processing over $250 billion in transaction value annually. In a press release, the financial company stated that, the beauty of the reported impact is the expanded access to credit, banking, and business management tools for MSMEs in Nigeria, with a funding gap of approximately $32.2 billion. In 2025, Moniepoint disbursed more than $700 million in loans to MSMEs. For three out of four borrowers, a loan from the firm was the first formal…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled a new photo book, *Sanwo-Olu: Against All Odds, A Photo Story of Resilience in the Face of Adversity*, as a visual record of his administration’s journey and the state’s transformation. The book, authored by his Executive Assistant and official photographer, Ademola Olaniran, highlights resilience, continuity and the spirit of Lagos. The launch, held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Victoria Island, drew top political, traditional and business figures, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s representative, Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, along with Governors Hope Uzodinma and Babagana Zulum. Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat…
An energy expert says Dangote Refinery’s growing reliance on imported crude is making it harder for the plant to recover costs, especially now that some of its petrol sales have shifted to dollar pricing. The shift, he argues, could add pressure to fuel prices and worsen foreign exchange demand in Nigeria. The concern is that the refinery was expected to support cheaper local fuel under the naira-for-crude arrangement, but crude shortages at home have forced it to buy a larger share of feedstock from the international market. Since those purchases are dollar-denominated, selling refined products only in naira becomes more…
Analysts say FCMB Group Plc has entered one of the most important phases in its corporate journey after delivering a sharp improvement in earnings for the year ended December 31, 2025. They say the performance reflects stronger fundamentals, better risk discipline and a business model that is now more resilient and diversified. The group reported profit before tax of ₦202.1 billion, up 81 per cent from ₦111.9 billion in 2024, while profit after tax rose 142 per cent to ₦177.3 billion. Gross earnings also climbed 42.5 per cent to ₦1.13 trillion, underscoring the strength of the bank’s top line…