By Ayomide Otitoju The Youth Charter has called on Commonwealth leaders, governments and sporting institutions to ensure that the 2026 Commonwealth Games delivers a lasting legacy of hope and opportunity for young people across member states. The appeal comes amid renewed global discussions on historical justice and reparations linked to the transatlantic slave trade, including…
By Ayomide Otitoju Africa’s leading infrastructure financiers, fund managers, investors and industry leaders are set to convene in Nairobi for the inaugural Africa We Build Summit, aimed at unlocking domestic capital and advancing the continent’s industrial ambitions into job-creating outcomes. The summit, hosted by Africa Finance Corporation in partnership with the Government of Kenya, will…
By Ayomide Otitoju The national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), organised by the Abdulrahman Mohammed-led caretaker committee, commenced on Sunday at the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Delegates, many dressed in party uniforms emblazoned with the PDP logo, were seated at the stadium’s velodrome, while others were accredited and cleared by security personnel…
Tottenham Hotspur have parted ways with head coach Igor Tudor by mutual consent after just seven games in charge, the club confirmed on Sunday, as they fight to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Tudor, 47, oversaw five defeats in a 44-day tenure, leaving Spurs out of the Champions League and just one point above…
By Ayomide Otitoju Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals (DPRP) has denied recent reports suggesting a possible Initial Public Offering (IPO). In a statement on Friday, the company described the circulating information as “unauthorised,” “unverified,” and in some cases “inaccurate.” “Such reports do not originate from DPRP and should be treated with caution,” the statement said,…
By Ayomide Otitoju The remains of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, have arrived in Abuja for burial. She passed away on Friday, March 27, in Cairo, Egypt, following a brief illness. Mohammed El-Rufai, representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, confirmed the funeral arrangements in a…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Kwankwasiyya Movement has announced that its leader, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, will formally join the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday, March 30, 2026. The registration is scheduled to take place at his residence in Gidan Kwankwasiyya, Miller Road, Kano, at 12 p.m. The announcement, made in a press statement, urges…
By Ayomide Otitoju Christians around the world observed Palm Sunday with vibrant processions, solemn church services, and calls for peace, as this year’s celebrations unfolded against ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. The day, which marks the beginning of Holy Week, commemorates Jesus Christ’s entry into Jerusalem, when, according to tradition, he was welcomed by crowds waving palm…
By Ayomide Otitoju Pernod Ricard Nigeria has marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a curated engagement themed “Women Who Raise the Bar,” highlighting the role of women in shaping culture, leadership, and innovation across industries. The event, organised by the company’s Women Network, brought together professionals from business, finance, entrepreneurship, and the creative sector to…
