Author: Nationalmonitor

By: Oladapo Sofowora Three years ago, Zamfara State was not merely a place on the Nigerian map; it was a global byword for the darkest extremes of human and governance failure. To call the name “Zamfara” in any public gathering, anywhere across the world was to invite a sharp intake of deep breath followed by an unassuming shake of the head. It was formerly a state where school gates had become rusted relics, where hospitals were hollowed-out shells dilapidated and where the only booming economy was the dark, bloody trade of banditry and insurgency.But when Dr Dauda Lawal placed his…

The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuel King, has extended his warm congratulations to the Executive Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, on the occasion of his 66th birthday. In a goodwill message issued to commemorate the occasion, Aare EmmanuelKing described Governor Dapo Abiodun as a visionary leader, accomplished administrator, and distinguished statesman whose purposeful and people-oriented leadership continues to foster remarkable transformation, progressive governance, and sustainable development across Ogun State. He noted that Governor Abiodun’s steadfast commitment to infrastructural development, economic advancement, youth empowerment, and the overall welfare of the citizenry has…

Adron Homes & Properties has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and around the world on the occasion of Eid, urging them to continue embracing the virtues of peace, sacrifice, love, and unity that the season symbolizes. In a statement issued by the management of Adron Homes & Properties, the company described Eid as a sacred period that promotes spiritual renewal, compassion, gratitude, and harmonious coexistence among people irrespective of tribe, religion, or social status. The foremost real estate company noted that the values of selflessness, obedience, and generosity demonstrated during the holy season remain essential ingredients for national growth and…

The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described as baseless and laughable the claim by the Ladi Adebutu Democratic Organisation (LADO) questioning the indigeneship of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola in Ogun State. In a statement issued on Thursday, May 28, 2026, by the Ogun State APC Publicity Secretary, Comrade Nuberu Adesanya Olufemi, the party condemned the remarks credited to LADO spokesperson, Afolabi Orekoya, saying the attempt to portray Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola as a stranger in Ogun State was reckless, mischievous, and contrary to constitutional provisions. The APC stated that the comments made during a radio…

As Muslims across the world celebrate Eid al-Adha 2026 yesterday, Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has called on the faithful to intensify prayers for lasting peace in the state and Nigeria at large. The governor made the appeal in a statewide broadcast on Wednesday, ahead of the Eid prayers. Eid al-Adha, known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is observed annually by Muslims on the 10th day of Dhulhijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The festival commemorates the unwavering obedience and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.), who was willing to sacrifice his son Isma’il in submission to Allah’s…

Quest Merchant Bank Limited has strengthened its market position following GCR Ratings’ affirmation of the Bank’s national scale issuer ratings of BBB(NG) and A3(NG), alongside an outlook revision to Stable from Rating Watch Negative. The ratings action marks a significant milestone for Quest Merchant Bank following a transformative period for the institution, reflecting renewed confidence in the Bank’s financial strength, market positioning, liquidity profile and future growth trajectory.According to GCR, the revised Stable Outlook is anchored on Quest Merchant Bank’s sound risk profile, improved capitalization and strong liquidity, alongside the successful transition of the Bank’s ownership structure following its acquisition…

“The number that gets you celebrated is often the number that should make you nervous.” Somewhere in African tech right now, a founder just crossed 50,000 users. They screenshot it. They post it. The reactions come quickly; congratulations, fire emojis, “next stop 500k.” It looks like progress. It feels like traction. But most times, it’s neither. It’s acquisition doing its job, not your product. The number that lies User count is the easiest metric to celebrate — and the easiest to misread. It only goes up. It creates the illusion of momentum even when nothing underneath is working. Because user…

At Wema Bank, we have spent the last few years reimagining what Children’s Day can look like for Nigerian children. What started as a celebration has evolved into an intentional platform designed to build confidence, encourage leadership, promote financial literacy and create meaningful opportunities for children across different age groups.This year, we have raised the bar even higher. At Wema Bank’s Children’s Day Special Event held on Monday, May 25, 2026, our One-Day MD/CEO, Chinmamanda Diamond Ozoakpata, used her first official act in office to unveil a series of new initiatives designed to reward, educate and empower children through our…

There is a particular genre of financial commentary that mistakes legal process fora factual verdict. A court delivers a first-instance ruling, procedural questions areraised, and before the ink is dry on the appeal filing, the narrative has alreadyhardened: the regulator overreached, investor confidence is shattered, andNigeria’s financial governance is on trial before the world. Much of thecommentary currently circulating about Union Bank of Nigeria belongs to thatgenre. It is not without merit on certain procedural questions. But it is, at its core,incomplete — and incompleteness in financial journalism carries costs that runwell beyond the column.The Acquisition That Started EverythingIn 2022,…

As Nigeria celebrates Africa Day 2026 the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (FMITI) is pleased to announce a major expansion of Nigeria’s implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) through a new strategic partnership with RwandAir for the Nigeria–East and Southern Africa Air Cargo Corridor.Before the establishment of the Corridor, many Nigerian exporters faced cargo costs ranging from US$3 to as high as US$10 per kilogram for goods sent to East and Southern Africa. This situation made the cost of trade prohibitive and reduced the price competitiveness of Nigerian goods.On Africa Day 2025, the Federal Ministry…