Author: Nationalmonitor

Supreme Head of the Cherubim & Seraphim Unification Church of Nigeria, His Most Eminence Prophet (Dr.) Abiodun Adewale Alogbo, has rejoiced with members of the church worldwide and particularly Christians across the world on the occasion of of this year’s Easter celebration, which commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In a statement issued by Secretary General of the Church, Snr. Apostle Tayo Ajose, and made available to the media, Prophet Alogbo urged them to emulate the love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ, for mankind. He said the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for humanity is a lesson for Nigerian…

By Olawale Olurotimi A former Commissioner for Works in Ogun State and 2027 senatorial hopeful, Honourable Layiwola Taiwo, has identified the absence of leadership succession and continuity as the primary “setback” to the sustainable political development of the Ogun West district. ​Speaking during a media parley organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun West Independent Chapel, Taiwo expressed concern that the political landscape in the region is suffering from a culture of “abandoned mentorship,” where beneficiaries of established political networks often dismantle the very structures that facilitated their rise. ​The Crisis of ‘Personal Structures’ ​Drawing from his extensive…

By Olawale Olurotimi Rt. Hon. Otunba Olusegun Bolanle Gbeleyi (OBG), a former Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, has officially declared his bid for the Ogun West Senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 general elections. ​During a media parley organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun West Independent Chapel in Ota, Gbeleyi unveiled a comprehensive seven-point manifesto titled “Sustaining the Gains, Raising the Bar Higher.” The veteran politician and administrator emphasized that his return to the elective arena is fueled by a desire to leverage his international influence and legislative experience to transform the district.…

By Olawale Olurotimi A former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Barrister Aina Akinpelu, has officially declared his bid to contest the Ogun West Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections. ​Akinpelu, a legal practitioner, made his intentions known during a media parley with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun West Independent Chapel. He promised to deliver “effective representation, quality lawmaking, and a continuity of developmental strides” for the district. ​The ‘Sacred’ Senate and the Competence Factor ​Addressing the media, Akinpelu described the Nigerian Senate as a “sacred institution” that demands vibrant and articulate leadership. He emphasized…

~By Sunday Adeyemi It is widely acknowledged that the exceptional Dr. Chris Okafor, a man of great character, always celebrates his birthday on April 4th, and in recognition of this occasion, I am inspired to write this special tribute to honor him. Today marks a momentous occasion as we commemorate the birthday anniversary of Dr. Chris Okafor, a rare gem, a perfect gentleman, and the revered founder of Grace Nation Church, aka Liberation City. Without reservation, this versatile and dependable Oracle foundry has consistently proven itself worthy of the accolades bestowed upon it on this notable anniversary. Let it be…

The former directors and owners of Union Bank did not just fail, they engineered a financial disaster. They manipulated reports, hid massive losses, diverted foreign loans and treated depositors’ money like a private wallet. Investigators uncovered billions of dollars in misconduct. These directors buried over ₦250 billion in losses, piled a $300 million foreign loan onto the bank without protection and then forced Union Bank to carry the burden. They even used the bank’s own funds to buy its shares, an outrageous betrayal of trust. It didn’t stop there. Over $100 million was pulled out improperly, leaving the bank exposed…

The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has sought a strategic partnership with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) to enhance legislative reporting, strengthen democratic accountability, and promote evidence-based journalism in Nigeria. The proposal was made during a courtesy visit by the NGIJ delegation, led by its President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, to the Institute’s headquarters in Abuja. The Director-General of NILDS, Professor Abubakar O. Suleiman, was represented at the meeting by the Director of Legal Services, Professor Ibrahim Danwanka. Also in attendance were the Special Adviser to the DG on Media, Mr. Muhammad Abdulkadir and the Director…

Governor Dauda Lawal has been honored with the Outstanding Governor of the Year award by Triangle Media International Magazine. The award was presented during the magazine’s 10th annual lecture and award ceremony, held on Thursday at the Grand Hall of King’s College, London, United Kingdom. According to a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the awards recognize public and private sector leaders whose leadership positively impacts governance and service delivery. He added that the lecture, themed “Harnessing the Roles of Nigerians in Diaspora for National Development,” brought together stakeholders from both the public and private sectors. The statement…

The Zamfara State Government, under the visionary leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal, has approved the release of funds for the payment of Gratuity Batch 3 for the 2024/25 period. This decisive action underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of retired civil servants who dedicated years of service to the state’s development. The Accountant General of the State is already working diligently to ensure that all eligible retirees receive their payments promptly and efficiently, reflecting the government’s resolve to uphold transparency and accountability in the disbursement process. This timely gratuity payment is a testament to Governor Dauda Lawal’s people-centered…

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Aircraft Finance Germany (AFG) to advance the aviation sector in Nigeria and across Africa by both organisations. The agreement was formally executed by Mr. Christian Hatje, Managing Director, Business Aviation and SVP Commercial, representing AFG; and Mr. Stanley Amuchie, Executive Director and Chief Operations and Information Officer of Fidelity Bank Plc at a signing ceremony in Germany recently. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Christian Hatje stated, “This partnership marks a significant milestone in our commitment to Africa’s aviation future. Partnering with Fidelity Bank,…