Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun has declared that infrastructure development will play a critical role in unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential, laying a foundation for economic competitiveness and long-term future growth. Adesoun, who disclosed this at the United Capital launch of its Eurobond and Wealth for Women Fund, also stated that investment in critical infrastructure across the…
Panic, As Buhari Extends Vacation Again
At a time many Nigerians were looking forward to the return of President Muhammadu Buhari from his vacation abroad, the President has again extended his stay. The news extending the vacation was conveyed today via a press statement by Femi Adesina, his spokesman, where he revealed that the President isn’t fully fit yet to return…
On The March Over Buhari
Nigerians sustain street rallies though sharply divided over the gains or pains so far recorded under the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. For about three weeks Nigerians under different umbrellas have been on the streets to air their views on the situation in the country. One feature of the demonstrations is that they gave the…
Interview: Gays Are Normal People – Clyde Terry
On a recent trip to Cape Town, South Africa for a workshop on Religion & Sexual and Gender Minorities, Anthony Akaeze, Associate Editor, met with Clyde Terry, a member of the South African gay community at a social function. Terry, in this interview speaks about his experience as a young man who later had to…
Arik In Turbulent Weather
Government takeover of ailing Arik Air is generating controversy even as some undercurrents suggest that there could be more to it than the purported rescue mission of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria. Arik air was until recently, the pride of the Nigerian aviation industry; and frequent travellers who patronised the airline did so with…
Achieving African Green Revolution
Onajite Okoloko, chief executive officer, CEO, Notore Chemical Industries, has assured the company’s commitment to achieving African Green Revolution, through the provision of the highest quality of agricultural inputs, premium fertilizer, and improved seeds, He dropped the hint recently when his company appointed new distribution partners. The CEO also used the occasion to educate them on highly…
Ibori Reconciles Okowa And Uduaghan
Ahead of uniting his political family As a first step in restoring harmony and cohesion to his hitherto close-knit political family which is now in disarray due to his long absence, former Delta State governor, James Onanefe Ibori has initiated moves to rebuild his political structure by meeting with the two protagonists without whom…
Why I Pleaded Guilty – Ibori
Speaking publicly for the first time since his release from prison December 21, 2016, former Delta State governor, James Onanefe Ibori said at a thanksgiving service in his honour by his Oghara kinsmen on Sunday at the First Baptist Church, Ogharefe, that he pleaded guilty to charges against him as a short-cut to his freedom…
Frank-Water Steinmeier Voted As Germany President
German politicians elect former foreign minister by an overwhelming majority to be the country’s new president. He on Sunday won 931 out of 1,239 valid votes cast by the members of the Federal Assembly, which is made up of 630 federal members of parliament and an equal number of delegates 16 states. He became the…
AMCON Takes Over Arik Airline
The Federal Government has taken over Arik Airline, which has been experiencing difficulties in recent times. The decision to intervene, according to the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON, “clearly underscores the government’s commitment to instilling sanity in the country’s aviation sector and prevent a major catastrophe.” The airline will now be managed by…