Stanley Ihedigbo Justice Maryam Sabo of the Kano State High Court sitting in Kano has convicted and sentenced Ebonine Rita Uzoamaka to seven years imprisonment for obtaining the sum of N5.6 million by false pretence. The…

Ex-NRC MD, Edetanle, faces EFCC court over multi-million dollar money laundering case in Lagos

Michael Olumide Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ikoyi, Lagos, was arraigned a former Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Fidet Okhiria Edetanle, before Justice Rahman Oshodi of…

Sustainability, responsible practices guide Pernod Ricard Nigeria’s operations – Ehindero

Stanley Ihedigbo Managing Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria, Michael Ehindero, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainability, emphasizing that responsible business practices and minimizing environmental impact are at the core of its operations and strategic growth. He…

NCSP, NACCIMA align to harness SMEs for Nigeria’s industrial growth

Stanley Ihedigbo In a move to accelerate Nigeria’s industrial development, the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has reiterated its commitment to working closely with the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), spotlighting…

National tax policy implementation committee reaffirms role of tax in nation-building

Stanley Ihedigbo Chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Joseph Tegbe, has emphasised that tax policy must function as a strategic enabler of governance, noting that an efficient and transparent tax system is fundamental…

MarkHack 5.0 sets stage for culture-focused AI innovation in Nigeria

Michael Olumide As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how people create, communicate, and consume media, one critical question is emerging: how do we ensure technology evolves without eroding human culture, creativity, and lived experience? This pressing concern…

FirstBank champions sustainable growth with strategic environmental investments

Stanley Ihedigbo Sustainability has become a critical priority for businesses and governments across the world, driving growth, innovation, and positive change. For leading financial institutions like FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, this shift is not just a…

Namibian students gain critical digital safety knowledge through DRIBLE tour

Dozens of young people in Namibia have gained critical digital skills through an innovative, gamified learning initiative designed to promote online safety and digital inclusion. The programme, delivered under Paradigm Initiative’s DRIBLE Tour, empowered students with…

Gov. Uzodimma urged to act as group links ‘Tiger Base Unit’ to 200 alleged deaths

Michael Olumide Citing allegations of over 200 deaths, the civil society group OGANIHU has called on Governor Hope Uzodimma to shut down the notorious “Tiger Base” Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command with immediate…

Shield, Soil: Why General Musa is bedrock of our future

By Kennedy Elaigwu Awodi As I sat in my living room watching the House Committee on Defence on February 10, 2026, I couldn’t help but reflect on the timeless economic riddle of “guns versus butter.” For…

Electoral failures in FCT polls spark call for immediate reforms-CHRICED

Stanley Ihedigbo Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has expressed deep concern over the conduct and results of the recent Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, describing them as…