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FG designates Ikom Dam as strategic national asset

The Federal Government has declared the Ikom Dam in Cross River State a strategic national asset, underscoring its importance for water supply, irrigation, power and food security.​​ Officials said the dam and its associated Boki Ikom Irrigation Project are central to plans to open up more than 2,000 hectares of arable land for large scale, commercially viable farming in the region. The Cross River Basin Development Authority described the scheme as a key intervention that can attract private and foreign investment and boost agro industrial value chains.​ By granting the “strategic asset” status, the government aims to prioritise funding, maintenance and security for the dam and related infrastructure. The move aligns with a wider policy shift that treats major dams and irrigation projects as critical to national development, climate resilience and rural employment.​ The Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 13, 2026

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Senate confirms Dakingari as non career ambassador

The Senate has approved the appointment of former Kebbi State governor Saidu Usman Dakingari as a non career ambassador, following a fresh nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the confirmation during plenary after the lawmakers considered the report of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, which screened Dakingari and recommended his approval. The confirmation puts an end to weeks of controversy over his earlier botched posting as ambassador to Turkey. In January, the presidency had named Dakingari among new ambassador designates and announced his posting to Turkey, claiming the appointments were drawn from 68 envoys confirmed by the Senate in December 2025. It later emerged that his name was not on the original list screened and approved by the upper chamber, forcing the presidency to withdraw the announcement and blame a “naming mix up.” To […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 13, 2026

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12 Reps dump opposition for APC, ADC ahead of 2027 polls

Twelve members of the House of Representatives have defected from their parties to the ruling All Progressives Congress and the African Democratic Congress as political realignments intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. The lawmakers, drawn from different geopolitical zones, formally notified the House of their decision in separate letters read during plenary by the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas. Most of them cited prolonged internal crises, leadership tussles and irreconcilable differences in their former parties as reasons for dumping their platforms. Those who moved to the APC largely came from the Peoples Democratic Party, Labour Party, New Nigeria Peoples Party and other opposition parties that have been battling factional disputes since the last election cycle. Others chose the ADC, which has been positioning itself as a major opposition force and actively courting sitting lawmakers ahead of 2027. Analysts say the latest […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 12, 2026

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Trump says Iran should skip World Cup for own safety

United States President Donald Trump has said that while Iran’s national team is welcome at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, he believes they should not take part for their own life and safety. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote that the Iran national soccer team is welcome at the tournament in North America but added that it is not appropriate for them to be there, citing security risks linked to the ongoing war between the US, Israel and Iran. He framed his advice as a warning about potential dangers rather than a formal move to block their participation. His comments came shortly after FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Trump had personally assured him that Iran would be allowed to compete at the World Cup despite the conflict. Infantino said football should help unite people and thanked […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 12, 2026

Nigeria

NLC flags alleged N20bn contract irregularities in TCN

The Nigeria Labour Congress has raised alarm over what it describes as questionable contracts worth about N20 billion allegedly awarded by the Transmission Company of Nigeria. According to the NLC, the contracts are linked to projects under TCN’s performance improvement and transmission expansion programmes, some of which are funded by international development partners. The labour body is worried that procurement processes may have been compromised and that value for money might not be guaranteed on the affected projects. The Congress is reported to have pointed to issues around contract packaging, cost variations and compliance with due process rules as areas of concern. It fears that any abuse in the handling of these contracts could undermine ongoing efforts to stabilise and expand Nigeria’s transmission grid. TCN recently disclosed that over 1.3 billion dollars worth of donor funded transmission projects are ongoing […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 8, 2026

Nigeria

Disu, Oyedele seen as boosting security, financial governance

A recent opinion piece has praised the appointments of Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun’s successor in finance reforms, Zacch Adedeji Oyedele, as key moves to strengthen Nigeria’s security and economic management. The article notes that Disu replaced Dr Doris Uzoka Anite as Inspector General after the Police Council ratified his appointment, and that his choice was widely welcomed by security stakeholders and many Nigerians. It argues that putting an experienced crime fighter in charge of the police should help reinvigorate the force and support President Bola Tinubu’s push for state and community policing. Disu is described as a career officer with strong operational experience, having led units such as the Special Anti Robbery Squad in Ondo and Oyo States and the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos. The […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 8, 2026

Nigeria

Tinubu’s opponents behind Kalu certificate smear, says ex commissioner

A former Abia State Commissioner for Finance and Economic Planning, Dr Philip Nto, has alleged that opponents of President Bola Tinubu are behind the recent certificate fraud accusations leveled against Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu. Nto claimed the allegations are part of a calculated smear campaign aimed at weakening Kalu because of his key role in mobilising support for Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress in Abia State. He wondered why questions about Kalu’s academic records are surfacing now, despite his long history in public office.​ Kalu is accused by some civil society groups of irregularities in his academic qualifications, including claims that he attended the Nigerian Law School while also doing his National Youth Service, two programmes that are supposed to run separately. The Deputy Speaker has denied any wrongdoing and described the allegations as […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 8, 2026

Nigeria

Female passenger dies, six injured in Lagos expressway crash

A female passenger has died and six other people have been injured in a road accident along the Oworonsoki Apapa Expressway in Lagos. The crash occurred at New Castle Bus Stop, inward Gbagada, and involved a commercial vehicle carrying passengers. According to reports, the impact of the collision left the woman with fatal injuries, while the other occupants sustained varying degrees of injuries. Emergency responders, including traffic and rescue officials, were quickly deployed to the scene to manage traffic, evacuate the victims and clear the road. The injured passengers were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, while the body of the deceased was moved to a morgue. Authorities have begun investigations to determine the exact cause of the accident. Preliminary information points to possible speeding and loss of control, but officials have yet to release a full report. Traffic […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 8, 2026

Nigeria

FG weighs options as Iran war pushes petrol above N1,000

The Federal Government is assessing its economic and diplomatic options as the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel begins to hit Nigerians through higher fuel prices and fresh pressure on the economy. Officials are closely tracking developments in the Middle East, where attacks on oil facilities, shipping disruptions and tensions around strategic waterways have driven up global crude prices. The conflict has already pushed Brent crude well above Nigeria’s 2026 budget benchmark, raising both risks and opportunities for Africa’s largest oil producer. On the domestic front, petrol prices have crossed or neared N1,000 per litre in many locations, with queues reappearing at filling stations across parts of the country. Marketers and analysts link the spike to higher international crude and freight costs, as well as supply constraints and the impact of the conflict on global refinery output and […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 8, 2026

Nigeria

Nigeria’s N2.5trn mall economy hit as Shoprite shuts stores

Nigeria’s mall economy, valued at about N2.5 trillion, has suffered a major setback following the complete shutdown of Shoprite outlets across the country. The popular retail chain, which once served as the main anchor tenant for many shopping malls, had been struggling in recent months with empty shelves and partial closures before finally going dark. Shoprite’s exit leaves a huge gap for mall owners, property developers and smaller retailers who depended on the supermarket’s strong foot traffic to drive sales. Experts say vacancy rates in major malls are likely to rise, while many support businesses such as boutiques, restaurants and service outlets may see lower patronage or be forced to shut down. The closures come after a prolonged period of operational challenges for Shoprite, including high operating costs, supply chain disruptions, naira depreciation and weak consumer purchasing power. Several outlets […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA March 7, 2026

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