Author: Nationalmonitor

By Oladapo Sofowora As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu commences his landmark state visit to the United Kingdom the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years, the inclusion of Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal in the presidential entourage is not a fluke; rather, it signals a strategic opportunity for the northwest state to transform its economic fortunes. Beyond the ceremonial pageantry, this high-level diplomatic engagement holds concrete prospects for Zamfara, particularly in agriculture and solid minerals development, sectors where the state possesses a comparative advantage but has struggled to attract meaningful investment. With Governor Lawal working assiduously to generate more…

“Together We Walk, Together We Secure”: Police Launch 2026 Walkathon In Abuja The Nigeria Police Force has announced plans to host a walkathon in commemoration of the 2026 National Police Day, aimed at promoting unity, peace, and stronger community partnership. The event is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with participants expected to converge at the Force Headquarters Abuja by 6:00 a.m., where the walk will commence. According to the organisers, the walkathon is designed to bring together members of the public, stakeholders, and security personnel in a show of solidarity and shared commitment to national security.…

The founder of the Habeeb Okunola Foundation, High Chief Dr. Habeeb Olalekan Okunola MON, OFR, has once again demonstrated his dedication to the welfare of the underprivileged. On March 30, 2026, he played host to a group of talented visually impaired students across tertiary institutions in Nigeria whom he is currently covering their tuition fees at the head office of CINI Holdings in Ikoyi, Lagos. During the gathering, Okunola reaffirmed his commitment to using his God-given resources to uplift humanity through his foundation. According to him, true wealth is proven through empowerment, and supporting the education of visually impaired students…

Ademola Akogun, Managing Director, Zedcrest Investment Banking Zedcrest Group, a leading financial services company, has taken a significant step in its strategic expansion with its Board’s approval of Ademola Akogun’s appointment as Managing Director, Investment Banking. This milestone follows the successful acquisition of the company’s Issuing House license, marking a pivotal expansion of its capabilities. With this, Zedcrest is now positioned to deliver end-to-end investment banking solutions, including capital raising, structured finance, and advisory services. Speaking at a press conference held at the Zedcrest Head Office in Lagos, the Group Managing Director, Zedcrest Group, Adedayo Amzat, CFA, while making the…

By Olawale Olurotimi For too long, the narrative of Owan has been one of untapped potential. While the land is undeniably blessed with natural wealth and a vibrant people, the shadow of ineffective leadership has stalled the progress that every citizen deserves. Today, however, a new energy is surging through the community—a collective realization that the status quo is no longer enough. ​Enter Abdukudus Isah, a man whose track record of personal initiative has become a beacon of hope for a nation ready to be transformed. ​A Call for Transformation and Security ​The aspirations of the Owan people are clear…

Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has once again reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to progressive leadership, unity within the party, and the continuous advancement of national development. The distinguished Senator, currently representing Ogun West Senatorial District in the National Assembly, made this known on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during the just-concluded National Convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the historic Eagle Square in Abuja. The convention, which brought together party leaders, elected officials, stakeholders, and thousands of party faithful from across the federation, served as a platform for strengthening internal unity, reviewing the party’s achievements,…

By Adeyemi Obadimu The Oloworo of Oworosoki Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Babatunde Saliu, Elebo II, has extended warm felicitations to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 74th birthday. In a goodwill message issued from his palace, the revered monarch described President Tinubu as a visionary statesman, a courageous reformer, and an indefatigable democrat whose lifelong commitment to nation-building continues to shape Nigeria’s progress. Oba Babatunde Saliu praised the President’s unwavering dedication to public service, noting that his leadership has ushered in a new phase of economic reform, infrastructural…

The Chairman of the Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit (Taskforce), CSP Adetayo Akerele, has alleged that recent online attacks against him and the agency are the result of his refusal to grant undue favours to certain social media operators. Akerele made the disclosure during a radio interview on Lagos Traffic Radio 96.1FM’s programme, Bosenlo, where he accused individuals identified as Sheriffdeen Ojon and Objectv of persistently lobbying for the release of impounded motorcycles, popularly known as okada, and other vehicles seized for traffic violations, particularly for driving against traffic. According to the Taskforce Chairman, the individuals resorted to…

Governor Dauda Lawal will attend a high-level workshop on strategic governance and resilience as part of his administration’s broader initiatives to improve Zamfara. The workshop organised by the Centre for Resilient Business and Society is scheduled for March 30 and 31, 2026, at Coventry University in the United Kingdom. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, disclosed that the high-level workshop is supported under the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) Institutional Support framework. He added that the workshop also reflects a shared commitment to advancing research-driven solutions for governance, resilience, and societal development in institutions in Zamfara…

More than ₦3 billion was targeted, but about ₦677 million reached the culprits, with recovery and prosecutions underway, reflecting how banks are responding to more sophisticated fraud risks. Nigeria’s expanding digital banking sector is facing increasingly sophisticated fraud attempts, as financial institutions adapt to faster transactions and broader online services. A recent case involving First City Monument Bank (FCMB), linked to fraudulent activity detected in December 2025, has drawn attention to how banks are responding to such incidents, with a focus on limiting exposure, recovering funds and working with law enforcement. According to findings referenced in proceedings before the Lagos…