Author: Nationalmonitor

In a landmark move to sanitize public finance and plug revenue leakages, Governor Dauda Lawal has ordered the immediate and total abolition of cash collections for all government revenues across Zamfara State. The directive marks a significant shift toward a fully digitized financial architecture, aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability in the state’s fiscal operations. The Governor announced the ban during a high-level town hall meeting convened in Gusau by the Zamfara State Internal Revenue Service (ZSIRS). The gathering was primarily organized to sensitize key stakeholders on the implications and opportunities presented by the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts 2025, which…

​At the bustling Salvador Towers in Lagos, the air was thick with the spirit of reflection and charity as Alhaji Moshood Salvador, the former Lagos State Chairman of the PDP and current leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), hosted his 27th Annual Ramadan Lecture and Zakat Disbursement Ceremony. ​Amidst the distribution of aid to those in need, Salvador delivered a poignant message to a nation currently grappling with economic hardship: the solution to poverty and division lies in the sacred principle of Zakat. ​Leadership as a Mirror of the People ​Salvador didn’t mince words when addressing the current state…

L–R: Kayode Lawal, Managing Director/CEO, Polaris Bank, receives the Professional Fellowship certificate from Dr. Markie Idowu, President of the Nigerian Institute of Credit Administration (NICA), during the Institute’s investiture ceremony. The National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) has conferred its prestigious Fellowship on the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank, Kayode Lawal, alongside other distinguished leaders across Nigeria’s financial and corporate landscape, at an investiture ceremony held at the Muson Centre, Lagos. Also honoured at the ceremony was the Managing Director/CEO of Union Bank, Yetunde Oni, in recognition of her contributions to institutional governance and financial sector advancement. Similarly,…

President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to expand into steel production, electricity generation and port development as part of a broader ambition to accelerate industrialisation across Africa. Dangote, whose conglomerate spans cement, sugar, salt, fertiliser, and petrochemicals, said his long term goal is to deepen Africa’s manufacturing base beyond oil refining and position the continent as a global industrial force. His latest flagship project, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals, is now operational and producing about 650,000 barrels of refined products daily. He said output is expected to double within the next three year as expansion plans…

​The atmosphere grew heavy with a divine weight as Prophet Godwin Ikuru beheld a startling vision of a nation cloaked in mourning. He saw the sudden passing of a president in a great Black nation, an event that sent immediate shockwaves through the corridors of power and into the homes of the common man. In the vision, the air was thick with the scent of transition, but it was accompanied by a chilling spirit of fear. This was not a mere change of guard, but a moment of profound vulnerability that threatened to shake the very foundations of the land.…

Across Africa, digital payments have transitioned from a convenience to an essential driver of economic activity. As commerce increasingly transcends national borders, the demand for seamless, reliable cross-border transactions has intensified. In response, Verve has launched a deliberate continental expansion under its Destination Campaign, positioning itself not merely as a domestic card scheme, but as a pan-African payments enabler. With over 100 million cards issued, Verve has achieved significant scale within domestic markets. The next phase focuses on enhancing interoperability across African corridors, with East Africa, particularly Kenya and Uganda, serving as the primary testing ground for this African Expansion…

​The Warri Kingdom recently shimmered with prestige and tradition as it bestowed the title of Utukpa Oritse upon Senator Oluremi Tinubu. This honor is more than just a formal recognition; it serves as a testament to her enduring role as a “Great Mother” whose influence stretches far beyond the walls of the Presidential Villa. For many, including those who have witnessed her grace firsthand, this title confirms what has long been known: her spirit is deeply rooted in the service of peace and the upliftment of her people. ​Beyond the grandeur of national politics and traditional titles, the true essence…

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous, most innovative and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has announced the Top 10 nominees for its women-focused award initiative, SARA Gives to Empower Her Awards; the second edition of its She Empowers Her Award. The Top 10 nominees are: Social Entrepreneur, Bosede Nwachi; NGO Founder, Chigozie Blessing; Customer Success Leader, Ekwutosi Cynthia; Coach and Public Speaker, Franca Ozini; Ted X Speaker, Hassanat Abubakar; Mentor, Ikepo Osawaye; Marketing Professional, Jennifer Edem Ekong; World Safety Ambassador, Ambassador Mabel Abel-Onaiwu, Founder, Patrick Stephen Purple Heart Foundation for Widows; Oluwaseun Joan Stephen and Virtual Assistant Coach,…

A packed weekend of club football delivers decisive clashes in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and Ligue 1, shaping the title races and European qualification spots. All matches will be broadcast live on SuperSport on DStv and GOtv. Premier League: London Derby Caps Defining Weekend The Premier League approaches another pivotal round, with pressure building at both ends of the table. Saturday begins at 1:30 p.m. as Bournemouth host Sunderland. Bournemouth’s hard-earned draw at West Ham offered stability, while Sunderland must respond after a heavy defeat to Fulham. At 4:00 p.m., Liverpool welcome West Ham to Anfield. Liverpool’s…

In a decisive effort to enhance agricultural productivity and strengthen food security across Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal has officially initiated the distribution of thousands of bags of fertilizers and other essential farming inputs aimed at supporting local farmers during the dry season. The launch took place yesterday Thursday at the Fadama III facility of the Ministry of Agriculture in Gusau, which served as a symbolic venue for the Governor’s commitment to empowering local farmers and invigorating the agricultural sector an industry he described as the cornerstone of the state’s economy. During the event, attendees witnessed the distribution of a…