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FCMB Group Plc has appointed the former Chief Executive Officer at Lafarge Africa Plc, Adepeju Adebajo, as an Independent Non-Executive Director on its board. The group disclosed the appointment in a statement posted on NGX and signed by its secretary, Olufunmilayo Adedibu, on Friday, stating that her appointment will strengthen the board and support the transformation goals across the group. “FCMB Group Plc (the Company) wishes to notify Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) and the general public that the Central Bank of Nigeria has approved the appointment of Mrs. Adepeju Adebajo as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of FCMB…
Today, what the people of Bauchi want is not shadow politics, politics of protection, or politics that exploits the masses for personal ambition. What they seek is leadership founded on truth, justice, and accountability. And anyone who still fails to understand that times have changed will eventually be forced to confront that reality. From the way reports and allegations related to dishonesty continue to emerge concerning a former oil sector player and aspirant, with reports linking him to allegations of corruption during his time in office, the people of Bauchi State are increasingly beginning to understand the kind of politics…
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested Emmanuel Odiniya, the father of BBNaija winner Ilebaye “Ilebaye” Odiniya, over an alleged assault on his daughter. PREMIUM TIMES gathered that the 25-year-old cried out for help during an Instagram Live session around midnight on Saturday, appearing emotional and distressed. In the circulated video, Ilebaye appeared tearful and visibly shaken, with noticeable swelling on her face, which sparked concern across social media. Responding to the public reaction, the command’s spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed Mr Odiniya’s arrest in a statement on Saturday, according to The Punch. Ms Adeh stated that officers arrested Ilebaye’s…
In a move designed to accelerate the transformative agenda of his administration and deepen good governance, the Governor of Kaduna State, His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani, has approved the appointment of seasoned professionals and innovative leaders dedicated to delivering results for the people of Kaduna State. The new appointments are as follows: 1. Balarabe Muhammad Bello – Counsellor, Infrastructure 2. Danlami Adamu – Special Adviser, Peace and Conflict Resolution 3. Hon. Esther Ashievelli Dawaki – General Manager, Kaduna State Community and Social Development Agency 4. Hon. Muhammad Abubakar Mamadi – Special Adviser, Political Matters 5. Yusuf Salihu – Special Adviser,…
The Adamawa State Independent Electoral Commission, ADSIEC, has indicated readiness to conduct election for chairmen of the 21 local government and councilors for the 226 wards across the state. The election holds next month, June 13. As part of preparations for the council elections, ADSIEC has held a meeting with chairmen of political parties at its headquarters in Yola, on the approved election time-table. During the meeting, the Chairman of ADSIEC, Alhaji Mohammed Umar, stressed that ADSIEC has made adequate preparations to ensure success of the poll. He reaffirmed that the election will be held on June 13, 2026, as earlier…
Nigerian rapper and singer, Shallipopi, has revealed why he switched from rap music to singing. Featuring in a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, the ‘Cast’ hitmaker explained that he was originally a rap star but embraced Amapiano for financial reasons. According to him, Amapiano is more lucrative than rap music. “I have been rapping for a while. I am a trap star. They made me do Amapiano. It is Amapiano that bring food to the table, so we will do it. I will drag it with them,” he said. Shallipopi said rap was his “first love” but he…
Kun Khalifat FC technical adviser, Obinna Uzoho, has called for fans support ahead of their Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, matchday 37 encounter against Abia Warriors. The Owerri-based club will be up against Abia Warriors at the Umuahia Township Stadium on Sunday. Uzoho said that the team need the supporters’ energy as they push to escape relegation. “It was really marvelous to see how we can give energy to our supporters through our performance and make them happy,”Uzoho told the club’s media ahead of the game. “We hope that in the next match we have our supporters cheering us because we…
Former Kano Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has called on the government to compensate social media activist Abubakar Idris Dadiyata and his family upon the conclusion of a fresh police investigation into his 2019 abduction. He made the demand while welcoming the Inspector-General of Police’s order for a comprehensive probe into the case. Kwankwaso, a presidential aspirant on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in the forthcoming 2027 election, made his position known in a statement posted on his official X account on Saturday. “Since his abduction in 2019, my associates and I have consistently prayed and advocated for the authorities…
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has ordered a full investigation into the death of a 45-year-old woman who died hours after delivering quintuplets in Akure. The woman, Mary Yaduyan, passed away at Netcare Multispeciality Hospital shortly after giving birth to five baby boys via caesarean section. Medical experts attributed her death to a pulmonary embolism, a complication that occurred after the birth. In response, the Ondo State Government also announced a ₦2 million donation to support the care of the newborns, who are currently receiving treatment at the hospital. Aiyedatiwa, represented during a visit to the facility by the Commissioner…
The African Democratic Congress has confirmed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has paid for his presidential form to contest under the party’s platform and has received his payment receipt. This was disclosed in its official statement posted on its X account on Saturday. The post was accompanied by a receipt confirming the transaction, which our correspondent observed to be Official Receipt No. 2881. The document indicates a payment of ₦90 million via bank draft, stated as the cost of the presidential nomination form ahead of the 2027 general election. The receipt is dated Friday, May 8, 2026. The receipt The…
