Author: Newsjaunts
By: Bashorun Oladapo Sofowora For those who know Zamfara State before Governor Dauda Lawal became Governor will appreciate the current situation in the state. The state, which used to be in the rubble, has been reconstructed into a powerhouse within its geographical location and has become an envy of others. All thanks to the visionary rescue mission 1.0 spearheaded by Governor Dauda Lawal, PhD, in 2023, when he was elected Governor of the agrarian and mineral-rich state. Just three years ago, education in Zamfara State was in a Comatose state. It was nonexistent. No functional primary and secondary schools conducive…
A youth group in the Ajiran community of Eti-Osa Local Government Area under the umbrella of the Ajiran Progressive Youth Forum APYF has accused a civil society organisation (CSO) of attempting to shield a murder suspect from justice, describing the CSO’s recent 24-hour ultimatum to the Inspector General of Police as “a joke taken too far.” In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Ajiran Progressives Youth Forum demanded that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, the AIG Zone 2, and the Inspector General of Police ignore what it called a baseless ultimatum. The group also vowed to resist any attempt…
The Special Tactical Squad (STS) of the Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on the vandalisation of critical national infrastructure, with the arrest of two notorious suspects and the recovery of railway materials valued at over ₦400,000,000. Acting on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, to decisively tackle acts of economic sabotage, operatives of the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), under the leadership of ACP Victor Ogbeide Godfrey, executed a swift, intelligence-driven operation that led to the arrest of Chisom Goodnews (32) and Ahmed…
The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has congratulated renowned journalist, broadcaster, and public health advocate, Chief (Dr.) Mrs. Moji Makanjuola, MFR, on the occasion of her 70th birthday, describing her as a defining voice in Nigeria’s media and development landscape. In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by the President of the Guild, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, the Guild said Aunty Moji’s life and career represent a rare blend of professionalism, compassion, and purposeful service, noting that she has consistently demonstrated how journalism can be deployed as a tool for national development, social transformation, and public enlightenment. NGIJ recalled…
Governor Dauda Lawal hosted the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, at the Government House in Gusau today, marking a critical step in the state’s ongoing battle against insecurity. During the high-level visit, the Governor reaffirmed that safeguarding lives remains the cornerstone of his administration, asserting that sustainable development in Zamfara is impossible without a foundation of lasting peace. The meeting focused on deepening the synergy between the state government and the Nigerian military to flush out criminal elements across troubled communities. General Oluyede commended the Lawal administration for its unwavering logistical and moral support to the troops on…
The protest staged by a group of retired police officers at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Monday is increasingly being viewed as a factional action, coming despite recent assurances from the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force that their grievances are already receiving attention at the highest level. Only last week, representatives of the retirees had gathered at the entrance to the office of the Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, where they presented similar concerns regarding the Police Exit Bill and pension matters. During that engagement, the IGP acknowledged their frustrations and gave a firm commitment that their…
Lagos, Nigeria – April 20, 2025 — In a bid to provide top-notch financial services across the world, Verve International, Africa’s leading payment card brand, recently announced its membership of two major global payment standards bodies, the NEXO Standards Community and PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) towards securing interoperability, and future-ready payment infrastructure to boost seamless financial transactions amongst its card holders. The PCI Security Standards Council is the global governing body responsible for setting and overseeing security standards that protect cardholder data across the entire payment ecosystem, including card schemes, banks, processors, merchants, and solution providers. Its standards help ensure that all entities…
As the global community marks Chinese Language Day 2026, the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) has underscored the role of language as a strategic enabler of economic growth, cross-border collaboration, and sustainable development. Established by the United Nations in 2010 to promote multilingualism and cultural diversity, this year’s observance is themed “Characters Endure, Civilization Shines,” highlighting the enduring influence of language on identity, heritage preservation, and economic diplomacy in an increasingly interconnected world. In a statement commemorating the Day, the Director-General of NCSP, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, described the Chinese language as a reflection of the discipline, structure, and long-term thinking underpinning…
Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous national bank and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has successfully met and surpassed the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) recapitalisation requirements, reaffirming its status as a National bank. This achievement represents a critical milestone in the Bank’s growth journey, reflecting its ability to meet regulatory expectations and its deliberate strategy to scale sustainably, strengthen its balance sheet, and reinforce its position within Nigeria’s banking sector.The milestone follows the Bank’s successful completion of a ₦150 billion Rights Issue and an additional ₦50 billion special placement in 2025, bringing its Total Qualifying Capital to…
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun East Senatorial District have unanimously endorsed Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, as their consensus candidate for the 2027 senatorial election. The endorsement was announced on Monday at a well-attended gathering held at Adeola Odutola Hall in Ijebu-Ode, bringing together a broad coalition of party leaders and grassroots representatives from across the district. The event drew members of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), former and serving local government chairmen, past and present lawmakers at both state and national levels, councillors from all wards in the district, as well as women…