Author: Nationalmonitor

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, and the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Professor Ayo Omotayo, have agreed to deepen collaboration between the police and the nation’s apex policy think tank, with a focus on security, leadership development, and policy reform. The meeting, which held on Thursday at the Force Headquarters in Abuja, saw Professor Omotayo accompanied by retired DIG ‘Leye Oyebade and Dr. Garba Malumfashi. Speaking during the visit, the NIPSS DG described the institute as Nigeria’s foremost platform for strategic reflection and research, operating directly under the supervision of the…

SuperSport viewers across Africa were left stunned when normal programming was suddenly interrupted by Hollywood star Idris Elba, who delivered a message saying “Everything else can wait.” Millions of DStv and GOtv viewers across Africa experienced the surprise interruption during prime-time viewing on 15 April 2026 at 7pm, including in the middle of live sport broadcast. Screens abruptly went black before a countdown appeared, followed by a familiar silhouette. It was Idris Elba. Ten Of Us Now The award-winning actor addressed Africa directly with a message celebrating a historic football moment. Ten African nations have qualified for the 2026 FIFA…

By Olawale Olurotimi The Southern Forum of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), comprising chairmen under the All Progressives Congress (APC) banner, has officially declared its support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. ​The endorsement was announced during the inaugural edition of the ALGON Southern Forum held in Lagos, which saw a significant turnout of local government leaders from across the region. The body cited the President’s economic reforms and commitment to grassroots development as the primary drivers for their support. ​Fostering Regional Collaboration ​Speaking at the event, Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, the Chairman of ALGON…

Renowned African industrialist and philanthropist, Aliko Dangote, has been named among TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World for 2026, reaffirming his standing as one of the most successful and iconic business leaders of his generation. Dangote joins global influential figures from multiple sectors, including political leaders such as U.S. President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, revered Pope Leo XIV, current head of Catholic Church as well as business and technology leaders including Google CEO Sundar Pichai and YouTube CEO Neal Mohan. The annual TIME100 list, published…

L-R: Company Secretary/Legal Adviser, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Temitope Hassan; Chairman, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Arnold Ekpe; Group Managing Director/CEO, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Thabo Mabe, at the 20th Annual General Meeting of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, held on Wednesday. … Applaud Management Performance, Commitment to Backward Integration L-R: Company Secretary/Legal Adviser, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Temitope Hassan; Chairman, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Arnold Ekpe; Group Managing Director/CEO, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Thabo Mabe; Non-Executive Director, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Olakunle Alake at the 20th Annual General Meeting of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, held on Wednesday. Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc…

Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal P.hD, received a high-level delegation from the Nigerian Air Force during a strategic visit aimed at strengthening ongoing efforts to combat insecurity across the state. The visit featured a presentation and inspection of key military air assets, including a combat-equipped helicopter designed for rapid response and real-time operations. The Governor, alongside top government officials and security chiefs, was briefed on the aircraft’s capabilities, operational features, and its role in tackling banditry and other security challenges. During the session, Air Force personnel demonstrated key features of the aircraft, including weapon systems and surveillance technology, highlighting…

L-R: Regional Bank Head, Southwest 1, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr. Folaranmi Jemirin; Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Ogun State, Hon. Adijat Adeleye-Oladapo; Head, Women Banking, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Harriba Harry-Pepple; Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) Board Chairman, Ogun State, Hon. Oluwaseyi Oyekan; and one of the beneficiaries at Fidelity Bank’s donation of vocational tools to women at the “Give Her Power” Initiative in Abeokuta, Ogun State, recently. In a bold demonstration of its commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has extended its recently launched “Give Her Power” initiative to Ogun State,…

Polaris Bank MD/CEO, Kayode Lawal, engages newly graduated PGIT/PTIP cohorts, urging a steadfast commitment to continuous learning, integrity, and professional excellence at the graduation ceremony held in Lagos recently. Polaris Bank has graduated 58 exceptional new hires from its flagship Polaris Graduate Intensive Training (PGIT) and Polaris Tech Ignite Programme (PTIP), reinforcing its commitment to building world-class talent in Nigeria. The ceremony, attended by senior leadership and invited guests, celebrated a highly selective cohort drawn from over 10,000 applicants – placing them among the top 0.58% who successfully made the cut. The milestone underscores the bank’s rigorous standards in identifying…

By Adeniran Bamisaye Years ago, while driving in Lagos, a police officer stopped me. There was nothing unusual about it. He asked for my vehicle particulars, and I handed them over, perhaps not in the most cheerful manner at first. But somewhere between the routine and the silence, a conversation began. I asked him about his work, just casually, and then I mentioned a name, Olatunji Disu. At the time, he was not the Inspector General yet; I believe he was still a Commissioner of Police. But the moment I mentioned the name, something changed in the officer’s expression. “Ah!…

The Nigeria Police Force has deployed additional security personnel to examination centres nationwide ahead of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations scheduled to begin on April 16, 2026, while dismissing recent rumours of safety threats at certain centres in a North Central state as “unfounded” and “without basis.” In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Force acknowledged public concerns regarding the safety of candidates but emphasised that it does not act on unverified information. Nevertheless, the police said the concerns had been noted, particularly as they relate to the education and future of young Nigerians. “Extra security has…