Author: Joy Gyakyor

Governor Hyacinth Alia on Wednesday inaugurated a 15-member Economic and Policy Advisory Team charged with delivering evidence-based recommendations to accelerate economic development across Benue State. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Makurdi, Governor Alia described the appointments as “a vote of confidence” in the team’s competence and said the panel will play a central role in sharpening strategic planning and speeding sustainable growth. “The constitution of this Advisory Team is our administration’s resolve to strengthen evidence-based governance, deepen strategic planning and speed up sustainable economic growth,” he said. The Governor urged members to justify the trust placed in them by…

A fresh wave of violence in Benue State that left 15 people dead in Efeyi Ugboju, Otukpo Local Government Area on Tuesday has prompted a sharp public spat between Governor Hyacinth Alia and opposition figures. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its 2027 governorship candidate, Michael Aondoakaa, criticized the Governor in separate statements issued Wednesday, accusing his administration of failing to protect citizens and of a concerning silence on the killings. The PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Bright Antyo, said leadership “is not by words but by decisive action,” adding that residents are seeing neither decisive action nor empathy from the state…

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani on Wednesday tapped Jerry Adams, the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service, as his running mate for the 2027 governorship race. In a statement, Governor Sani praised Adams—who holds professional credentials including FCTI, FNIM and CNA—as an “accomplished public servant” and “institution builder” whose stewardship at KADIRS has bolstered the state’s fiscal capacity. The Governor said the choice reflects his administration’s commitment to “inclusion, justice, fairness and equitable representation,” and to a vision of a united, peaceful and prosperous Kaduna where “merit, competence and character” guide leadership. The selection signals an emphasis…

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday praised David Umahi as “one of my outstanding, hardworking ministers” as the Minister of Works marked his 63rd birthday. Born July 25, 1963, Umahi drew public commendation from President Tinubu in a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. President Tinubu lauded the former Ebonyi Governor’s “passion, dedication to duty, and deep sense of patriotism,” and said Umahi is committed to delivering “durable roads and bridges that will last for about a century.” The President urged accelerated work on road construction and rehabilitation to advance the administration’s stated goals…

Nigeria’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ambassador Saidu Dahiru Muhammad, has arrived in New Delhi with his spouse, Rukayya SD Muhammad, marking the start of a diplomatic posting he described as a homecoming. Muhammad was met at Indira Gandhi International Airport by officials from the Nigerian High Commission, representatives of India’s Ministry of External Affairs, members of the Nigerian Diaspora and several African envoys accredited to India. He later held meetings with mission staff and leaders of the Nigerian community in the capital. In remarks to staff and expatriates, Muhammad emphasized an inclusive approach to his assignment, promising broad…

he Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele on Thursday took the stage at the Africa CEO Forum, where he described President Bola Tinubu as a leader tirelessly marketing Nigeria to the global community. Speaking to journalists in Kigali- Rwanda, Oyedele painted Nigeria’s picture of a nation shedding its old narrative for one of bold reforms with a focus to utilize its untapped potentials. “You know one very exciting thing about Mr. President is that he is never tired of marketing Nigeria,” Oyedele said, crediting President Tinubu with positioning the country as its own “chief marketer.”…

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele on Thursday took the stage at the Africa CEO Forum, where he described President Bola Tinubu as a leader tirelessly marketing Nigeria to the global community. Speaking to journalists in Kigali- Rwanda, Oyedele painted Nigeria’s picture of a nation shedding its old narrative for one of bold reforms with a focus to utilize its untapped potentials. “You know one very exciting thing about Mr. President is that he is never tired of marketing Nigeria,” Oyedele said, crediting President Tinubu with positioning the country as its own “chief marketer.”…

Presidents Bola Tinubu and Paul Kagame of Rwanda have pledged to revive dormant mechanisms for closer bilateral relations, including a joint Ministeriam commission signed in 2021. The leaders met at Rwanda’s Urugwiro Presidential Villa ahead of the Africa CEO Forum, which opens Friday. Both President Tinubu and Kegame agreed to activate the Joint Permanent Ministerial Commission as a platform for shared goals, with Nigeria set to host the next session. A statement by the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga said on consular issues, Tinubu said Nigeria would weigh matching Rwanda’s 30-day visa-free entry for…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike, has predicted that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), would stun the nation in the 2027 general elections by showcasing its enduring strength. Speaking after inspecting the Moshood Abiola National Stadium velodrome in Abuja — the venue for the party’s national convention scheduled for March 29 and 30 — Minister Wike dismissed a Supreme Court appeal by a faction led by Tanimu Turaki, saying it would not derail the gathering. He insisted that the national convention  would proceed as planned, with reconciliation efforts among aggrieved members to follow. “There is room for…

Special Adviser on Media and Policy Communication to the President Daniel Bwala, marked President Bola Tinubu’s 74th birthday on Sunday with a personal message extolling his leadership qualities and resilience amid national challenges. In a widely shared post on his verified Xhandle (formerly Twitter), addressed directly to President Tinubu, Bwala, praised the Nigerian leader’s “personal kindness and strength,” crediting him with selecting him for a key role despite past differences. “Your resilience is extraordinary,” the presidential aide wrote. “Many see the office; I have seen the man — strong under pressure, calm in turbulence.” NewsQuest report that Bwala’s tribute comes…