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I have had the privilege of working closely with the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, Zacch Adedeji, and I speak from direct experience when I say he is a refined professional, a disciplined technocrat, and a results-driven leader. He is not a career politician, and it is both unfair and misleading to drag his name into the noise and theatrics of political contests. Adedeji is a goal-getter in the truest sense, strategic, intentional, and deeply focused on outcomes. His work ethic is not for show; it is consistent, methodical, and anchored in measurable impact. In a short time,…
The African Democratic Congress has released its timetable for the conduct of its 2026 primary elections, outlining key dates for nomination, screening, appeals, and primaries across various elective positions. This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi. According to the timetable, “the sale of nomination forms will take place from May 5 to May 10, 2026, while the submission of completed forms is scheduled for May 11 to May 13, 2026. “Screening of aspirants will take place from May 14 to May 15, 2026, followed by the publication of screening results…
The new captain of Ikeja Golf Club, Segun Odunuga, has pledged to make the club’s course playable all year round, ensuring golfers can play under all weather conditions. Odunuga, who was elected alongside his management committee last month, made this known while unveiling his plans for the 2026/2027 golfing year. Presenting his blueprint during his inaugural speech at the clubhouse in Ikeja, he emphasised his commitment to transforming the club into one of the most playable and hospitable in Nigeria, Africa and beyond. “The primary reason why we are here is to play golf. We intend to make the course…
Stablecoins, the name given to cryptocurrencies pegged to the price of a stable asset such as the US dollar or gold, have outgrown their label as they become part of the global financial system, said Robert Hackett, head of special projects at a16z crypto. Hackett said in a report on Friday that the term “stablecoins” was coined in crypto’s early years, when wild volatility defined the space and the tokens were created to maintain stable value and encourage their use for everyday financial activity.“The name was straightforward, if slightly defensive: not a volatile coin, but a stable one. It described the…
Former Boy Meets World producer David Kendall has died. He was 68. “To say that David Kendall was instrumental in the creation of Boy Meets World would be an understatement,” a statement shared via the official “Pod Meets World” Instagram account read on Saturday, May 2. “He directed, wrote and executive produced our show, but also helped mold some of TV’s most memorable sitcoms, from Growing Pains to Hannah Montana.” The statement noted that Kendall helped “develop” the “young creative voices” of the “Pod Meets World” cohosts Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle and Rider Strong, both as a co-worker and later…
The Presidency has mocked opposition politician Peter Obi for leaving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, in his X response to Mr Obi’s post announcing his exit from the ADC, described the former Anambra governor as a ‘political nomad.” Mr Obi contested the 2023 presidential election under the Labour Party (LP) but came third. He had served as governor of Anambra State under the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and later as the PDP’s vice presidential candidate in 2019. He officially joined the ADC in March after leaving the LP due to its prolonged internal crisis. He…
Nigerian stocks appreciated by 7.3 per cent last week, driven by industrial goods equities, taking the year-to-date yield to 55.7 per cent. The market achieved that on the back of improved trade volume in spite of limited trading days. The momentum is expected to continue this week as the positive market sentiment from the largely impressive first-quarter results is anticipated to drive trade. “Market activity is expected to be driven largely by positioning ahead of dividend payments and anticipation of Q1:2026 earnings releases, particularly in fundamentally sound names across the sectors,” said analysts at Meristem Securities in a note to…
Manchester United on Sunday produced a superlative performance to defeat Liverpool 3-2 in one of the English Premiership fixtures for the day, and secure a Champions League spot for next season. Manchester United’s midfielder Kobie Mainoo scored the winner in the 77th minute of the dramatic class in Old Trafford on Sunday. United had taken an early lead through Cunha’s sixth minute strike. Michael Carrick’s men doubled the lead in the 14th minute through Benjamin Sesko’s strike. Liverpool came out stronger in the second half and scored twice in 9 minutes with strikes from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo in…
Elders from different communities in Bende local government have called on traditional rulers to urgently intervene in the political tension involving their two sons, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu and the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu. The elders made the call when they visited Eze Anthony Okorochukwu of Bende ancient kingdom, Bende LGA. Led by the former Chairman of the local government area, Emmanuel Onwuchekwa, the elders urged the monarchs to advise former Abia State Governor, Orji Uzor Kalu to end his rift with Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu and toe the path of peace. According to them, the Deputy…
The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Desmond Olushola Elliot, has declared his intention to seek re-election in the forthcoming legislative polls. Elliot made the announcement in a post shared on his Facebook page on Sunday, confirming that he has obtained the nomination form to contest for another term. He explained that his decision is anchored on his commitment to public service and a desire to build on what he described as the developmental strides achieved in Surulere Constituency I. The lawmaker noted that a return to the Assembly would elevate his status to…
