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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…

The Lagos State chapter of the Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria, on Friday, March 27, 2026, held its annual Joint Lenten Service as part of its activities for the year. The chapter’s Joint Lenten Service is an annual event organised by the body to worship together and teach the church’s Lenten doctrines and liturgies among its members in the state.The event, held at the Ogo Oluwa C&S Church headquarters at Gbeto Street, Iwaya area of the Lagos metropolis, drew a mammoth worshippers from across the state. The fairly capacious church complex was filled to the brim and turned…

FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited (“FMDQ Exchange” or the “Exchange”) has approved the listing of Champion Breweries PLC’s (“Champion Breweries” or the “Issuer”) ₦30.00 Billion Series 1, 5-Year, 19.50% Senior Unsecured Fixed Rate Bond under its ₦45.00 Billion Bond Issuance Programme on its platform. This approval by the Exchange’s Board Listings and Markets Committee enables Champion Breweries to access capital efficiently while providing investors with the benefit of a transparent marketplace. This reinforces the Exchange’s role as Africa’s foremost platform for credible, transparent, and efficient long-term debt capital market financing. Champion Breweries is a leading Nigerian beverage manufacturing company producing high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (“DPRP” or the “Enterprise”) has noted with concern the recent circulation of unauthorised information across various media and social platforms regarding a potential Initial Public Offering (“IPO”). DPRP further notes that several online platforms and unofficial sources have published unverified, and in some instances inaccurate, information relating to a potential offering. Such reports do not originate from DPRP and should be treated with caution. All official updates regarding any potential transaction will be communicated strictly through DPRP’s formal public disclosures and announcements issued by its appointed advisers, in line with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.…

The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), the flagship preventive policing initiative of the Nigeria Police Force, has officially commenced its 2026 nationwide activities aimed at strengthening crime prevention and fostering community partnership. The initiative is part of the broader vision of the Nigeria Police Force under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, to deepen community partnership and promote proactive policing nationwide. The 2026 rollout features a series of strategic engagements across the country, including intensive school outreach programmes, community sensitization campaigns, and stakeholder collaborations designed to address the root causes of…

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday paid a working visit to the Police Complaint Response Unit (PCRU), where he assessed ongoing operations and reiterated the importance of safeguarding citizens’ rights across the country. During the visit, the IGP commended the unit for its consistent performance and notable achievements over the years in addressing public complaints and promoting accountability within the police system. Speaking during the inspection, Disu emphasized the need for professionalism and responsiveness in handling complaints from members of the public. “All public complaints must be handled with promptness, transparency, and strict accountability. Citizens’ rights must…

The Yayi Scholarship Board wishes to announce that it has received 17,495 applications from qualified individuals for the current year. The applications comprise 56.3% female and 43.7% male candidates. Moreover, 34% are applying for the Scholarship, and 66% for the Bursary Award. It is noteworthy that 67.7% of the applications are new applicants, while 42.3% are existing beneficiaries. The Board is currently verifying the applications to ensure authenticity. Candidates who are shortlisted will be invited for an interview before the final award ceremony. Those successful will be notified for further actions. Ajiroba Dapo Oke, FCIA, fisn, MNIMBoard Secretary

In societies grappling with evolving security challenges, the relevance of specialised policing units cannot be overstated. The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offence Unit aka Task Force is not established as an ornamental structure within the law enforcement system; it is a deliberate response to urgent threats that conventional policing frameworks often struggle to contain swiftly. The mandate of this unit is clear: restore order, enforce compliance with the law, and respond with precision to emerging patterns of crime that threaten public safety. In predominantly urban areas like Lagos, criminal trends have grown more sophisticated and, at times, more brazen.…

When people think about taxes, they usually think about money paid to the government. But across Africa, there’s another kind of tax that often goes unnoticed, one that quietly drains the creative industry. That tax is piracy. Illegal streaming may seem harmless at first glance. After all, it offers easy access to movies, series, music, and live shows, often for free or at very low cost. But behind that convenience lies a deeper problem, one that is costing Africa not just money, but opportunities, jobs, and creative growth. The rise of digital streaming has made it easier for African stories…