Author: Nationalmonitor

FG Should Exercise Caution Before Revoking Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession, Says Olatunji SANSenior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Abiodun Olatunji, has cautioned the Federal Government against recent pronouncements and actions concerning the state of the Benin-Asaba Expressway and the ongoing intervention activities on the highway.He advised that the Government should tread cautiously in considering any revocation of the subsisting concession agreement governing the expressway. According to him, the absence of evidence of abandonment, repudiation, or unreasonable delay in the execution of repair works may not constitute sufficient grounds for the unilateral revocation of the 25-year concession.Olatunji, SAN, was invited to provide his…

The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Professor Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, alongside his management team and other selected officers, on Thursday, the 24th of September, visited Minna, Niger State, to observe the 7-day Fidau prayer for the deceased miners who died in the Corps’ custody. During the visit, the CG also met with His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr.) Umar Farouk Bahago, at his Minna Palace, the parents of the deceased and the family of the survivors. The visit was aimed at commiserating directly with the affected families during this period of grief. During the…

Quest Merchant Bank has been named among the Best Workplaces in Banking in Nigeria for 2026 by Great Place to Work® Nigeria. The achievement reflects the Bank’s deliberate commitment to building a high-performing culture where people are empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and create value. For Quest Merchant Bank, building a strong workplace is about creating an environment where trust, collaboration, accountability, inclusion, continuous learning, and shared excellence enable people to perform at their best and contribute to the Bank’s broader strategic goals. Commenting on the achievement, Afolabi Olorode, Ag. Managing Director/CEO, Quest Merchant Bank Limited, said: “Being recognized among the Best Workplaces…

Dubai’s October calendar carries two of the year’s most significant African platforms. The International Woman Leadership Conference (TIWLC) opens the month from October 7 to 9 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, followed immediately by African Marketplace (AMP) Dubai 2026, the continent’s leading trade and cultural showcase, from October 10 to 12 at the Conrad Hotel Dubai. Now marking its fifth anniversary, TIWLC brings senior women leaders together for keynote addresses from global thought leaders, executive and leadership masterclasses, and curated networking, alongside honest conversations that move beyond career into life, balance and purpose. The conference draws a diverse international audience…

​…Manufacturers Seek Direct Credit Transmission as Monetary Policy Relaxes ​The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has commended the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for slashing the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 350 basis points from 26.50 percent to 23.0 percent following its 307th meeting on September 21–22, 2026. Describing the policy shift as a positive and timely intervention, the association noted that the decision aligns with its previous forecasts calling for monetary easing after a prolonged period of economic stabilization. MAN expressed optimism that the lower benchmark rate would significantly relieve the operational pressures…

…Minimum investment remains N5,250 for 10 shares …Investors can subscribe multiple times throughout offer period Access to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery public offer has been further expanded, with prospective investors now able to subscribe for shares through participating Moniepoint agents 24 hours a day. The initiative takes the refinery’s Initial Public Offering closer to millions of Nigerians who routinely use agency banking services, particularly individuals who may not ordinarily transact through conventional subscription channels. Under the arrangement, prospective investors can visit participating Moniepoint agents at any time of the day to subscribe to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO through the…

President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has announced plans for the Aliko Dangote Foundation to collaborate with state governments to empower vulnerable women across Nigeria through participation in the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited Initial Public Offering (IPO). Dangote made the announcement in New York during the 81st United Nations General Assembly while responding to a question from the Secretary to the Yobe State Government, Dr. Goje Mohammed. The discussion focused on how partnerships between government and the private sector can help conflict-affected communities, particularly widows, build sustainable financial futures through investment opportunities. According to…

Nigerian female police officers have continued to project the professionalism and growing leadership capacity of women in law enforcement, as a delegation from the Nigeria Police Force participates in the 63rd Annual Training Conference of the International Association of Women Police, IAWP, holding in Bali, Indonesia. The conference, which runs from September 20 to 24, 2026, is being held under the theme, “Women Leading Global Change,” bringing together policewomen and other law enforcement professionals from different parts of the world to exchange knowledge, share experiences and examine emerging trends in policing. Among the Nigerian delegates are Assistant Commissioner of Police,…

Youth Group Defends NSCDC Leadership, Urges Support for Ongoing Investigation The National Association of Nigerian Youth in Development (NANYD) has issued a strong caution to Nigerian opposition political parties, urging them to refrain from exploiting the tragic deaths of 37 miners in Minna, Niger State, for cheap political points. In a press statement signed by its National President, Alhaji Bukura Ahmed, Ph.D., the association called on political parties to stop using the pain of the deceased miners’ families as a political tool and instead commend the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and the leadership of the Nigeria Security and Civil…

The Benin-Asaba Expressway Concession Company Limited (BAECC) has announced the appointment of renowned Public-Private Partnership and infrastructure specialist, Dr. Emmanuel Onwodi, as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its executive leadership as it advances the development and management of the critical Benin-Asaba highway corridor.Onwodi, a chartered accountant, infrastructure finance specialist and former senior official of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), brings more than 25 years of professional experience covering infrastructure development, concession management, project finance, risk management, transport and logistics.In his new role, he will help drive the operational execution of the Benin-Asaba Expressway concession, with responsibility for strengthening…