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Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has asked President Bola Tinubu to suspend Femi Gbajabiamila, chief of staff, to allow for “unfettered” investigation of allegations against him. In a statement issued by Paul Ibe, media aide, on Tuesday, Atiku said “silence and indifference” cannot take away the “unfolding” corruption allegations against Gbajabiamila. The former vice-president cited how former President Muhammadu Buhari suspended Babachir Lawal, secretary to the government of the federation, to allow for investigation, adding that Gbajabiamila should not be treated differently. Atiku expressed shock over the recent allegations of “illegally cornering tens of billions…

Lagos, Nigeria — July 14, 2026: Guaranty Trust Bank Ltd (“GTBank” or the “Bank”), the flagship banking subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”), has been named the Best Overall Performing Bank in Nigeria in The Banker magazine’s Top 1000 World Banks Rankings 2026. The recognition reaffirms GTBank’s position as one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions and reflects the Bank’s consistent delivery of strong financial performance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth . The rankings evaluate banks globally using audited financial results, assessing institutions across financial strength, operational efficiency, risk management, liquidity, growth, and profitability. GTBank ranked…

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”) has announced the 2026 rollout of its social impact initiative called #BeatTheDistance.This is a nationwide intervention aimed at supporting school children in underserved communities through the provision of bicycles to ease their daily commute to school. Marking the second edition of the initiative, GTCO will distribute 3,000 bicycles to schoolchildren across six states in Nigeria Ebonyi, Jigawa, Benue, Oyo, Akwa Ibom, and Ekiti. The programme builds on the impact of its inaugural rollout in 2019 and underscores the Group’s commitment to improving access to education through practical, community-focused interventions. By helping…

The self-acclaimed Director-General of the non-existent Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, Adeniyi Adeyemi, has been arrested. According to TVC, his arrest came moments after Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja issued a warrant for his arrest. Adeyemi was billed to take his plea on an eight-count charge marked FHC/ABJ/CR/562/2025, relating to forgery, fraud, and impersonation. Although the matter was listed as No. 12 on the court’s cause list, the defendant failed to appear for his arraignment, even though a lawyer, Mr. Genesis Francis, announced his appearance on his behalf. Details soon… …

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has donated a brand-new Toyota Camry to Mrs. Rachael Folake Alamu, the Principal of Community High School, Esiele, Oriire Local Government Area, in recognition of her courage and resilience after surviving a 56-day kidnapping ordeal. Mrs. Alamu was among the teachers abducted alongside pupils during the May attack on Community High School, Esiele, and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School in Oriire Local Government Area. During their captivity, the principal was reportedly compelled by the kidnappers to appear in several video recordings used to communicate…

The House of Representatives has withdrawn its proposed constitutional amendment seeking to establish state police, opting instead to consider a similar bill transmitted by the Executive. The development emerged during Tuesday’s plenary, where lawmakers gave the Executive-sponsored state police bill its first and second readings. The bill was subsequently referred to the House Committee on Constitutional Review for further legislative action. The decision effectively suspends the House’s earlier proposal as lawmakers shift attention to the Executive-backed amendment. The Executive bill is expected to undergo detailed scrutiny at the committee stage, where lawmakers will examine its key provisions before it is…

The President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Musiliu Akinsanya, popularly known as MC Oluomo, has said his life experience and practical knowledge have given him more understanding than many university graduates despite not having a formal education. According to Premium Times on Monday, MC Oluomo made the remarks on Sunday during the 50th birthday celebration of Islamic singer Hafsat Adegoke and the unveiling of her new album in Alausa, Lagos. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Fuji musician Saheed Osupa. Reflecting on his early years, the transport union leader recounted how he started working as…

In what is being described as one of the most significant milestones in Nigeria’s industrial history, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ajaokuta Steel Company Limited, Prof. Nasir Abdulsalam, has secured a 20-year Gas Supply Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), effectively removing one of the biggest obstacles to the commencement of steel production at the Ajaokuta Steel Plant. The landmark agreement is expected to provide uninterrupted gas supply to the steel complex for the next two decades, addressing a critical requirement that prospective investors had consistently identified as essential…

African Action Congress (AAC) governorship candidate in Abia State, Doris Ogala, has boldly declared that she will emerge as the state’s next governor in the 2027 election. The actress-turned-politician made the statement during a live session on TikTok. A video from the broadcast circulated widely on social media on Sunday, drawing reactions from supporters and critics alike. Speaking with confidence during the session, Ogala told viewers that her emergence as governor was already settled and beyond doubt. “I, Doris Ogala, as your governor, you don’t have choice. Doris will be your governor, you don’t have choice. “God has said it,…

The federal government has announced the suspension of the proposed increase in the registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination. CityNews reports that the decision was announced in a statement on Monday by the Federal Ministry of Education. The statement, signed by the Director, Press and Public Relations of the Ministry, Boriowo Folasade, said the suspension followed concerns and feedback from members of the public. She added that the letter conveying the proposed fee adjustment, dated June 18, 2026, had been withdrawn to allow for a comprehensive review before any…