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Investors Cry Out, Say Over N50bn EMIS Telecoms Funds Trapped In FCMB

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Some investors have cried out that their funds have been trapped  in the First City Monument Bank (FCMB), for several years, a development they said, could discourage foreign investors from being attracted to Nigeria. They alleged that the trapped  funds as at 2025,  was  worth over N50 billion Naira, thereby calling on relevant government agencies to intervene and secure their investments, to boost confidence of foreign investors. In a statement made available to newsmen,  two of EMIS’ US based investors; Mr. Alphonsus Ayetin and Mr. Phillip Njowusi,  both confirmed that the total debt owed to EMIS by FCMB to date, is in excess of fifty billion Naira. In the statement titled, "Justice Delayed Is Investment Denied: A Diaspora Dream Betrayed in Nigeria", they said,  "In 1994, after more than two decades in the United States working at world-class firms such as Rockwell International and Northrop Grumman Corporation, Nigerian-American entrepr...

APC Stalwart, Danfulani Makes Case For Kaduna Publicity Secretary Role, Promises Digital Revolution, Seeks Delegates Support

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In a move set to reshape the communication dynamics of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kaduna State, a prominent party stalwart has formally declared his intention to contest the position of State Publicity Secretary. The aspirant, Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani, brings a deep history of party service to his candidacy. Born in Mando, Afaka Ward, Igabi Local Government of Kaduna State, Danfulani was SA Northern Media Strategies to the APC Publicity Secretary Mr Lai Mohammed, he  is also the founder of the APC at Your Door Campaigns Forum.  He previously served as the North-west Secretary for the GMB Support Group, which campaigned extensively for the late President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015.  Danfulani was also a founding member of the Tinubu Support Organization and is the Convener of the General Christopher Gwabin Musa Support Initiative.   His practical electoral experience includes serving as the Returning Officer for the APC in Afaka ward, Igabi ...

Otti’s Dictatorial Outburst Against Journalist Raises Questions Over Transparency, Accountability – APC Chieftain

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*Says Gov must tender public apology  A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has strongly criticised Governor Alex Otti for what he described as his “dictatorial outburst” against a journalist during a recent monthly media briefing in the state. The APC chieftain asked Governor Otti to tender an unreserved apology to the Journalist and quickly provide answers to the question bothering on accountability asked by the Journalist.  The Abia governor, during a media chat on Friday had described a question directed to him as “irresponsible” and “stupid.” The governor lashed out at a journalist who identified himself as Chika Nwabueze at the event for asking that, “Your excellency, your administration has received briefs on infrastructure project and reforms, but critics say transparency and inclusive governance need improvement. Can you provide verifiable data showing how your policies have directly improved the standard of ...

Apapa Customs Strengthens Synergy With Nigerian Navy

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The Customs Area Controller (CAC), Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, on Wednesday, 25 February 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, to deepen operational collaboration in line with the Three (3) policy thrusts of Consolidation, Collaboration and Innovation of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, PhD. This was contained in a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer Apapa Area Command, Chief Superintendent of Customs, Isah Sulaiman, dated February 26, 2027. Speaking during the visit, the CAC stated: “The CGC has Three (3) key policy thrusts. The first is consolidation. On assuming duty, I resolved to consolidate on the gains already achieved and improve the existing relationship between Apapa Command and the Nigerian Navy within this axis.” On collaboration, he noted that modern border management requires agencies to work in tandem, ...

‎Between The Devil And Deep Blue Sea: Fintiri's Irreversible, Treacherous Journey To APC‎

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‎Barring any unforseen circumstance, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri's inevitable journey from his party the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) will crystalize in a couple of days or weeks as investigation by this paper confirmed that the Adamawa State governor has finished last minutes touches to seal the deal with his proposed party. ‎ ‎Findings by this paper indicated that although Fintiri knows that the journey to APC is fraught with danger and uncertainties, nevertheless his decision to take the plunge has been finalized due to certain political considerations. ‎ ‎"The journey of Fintiri from PDP to APC is the most difficult political decision he has to make since joining partisan politics. He knows that for the first time his political strength will face real litmus test and may denudes a weak political underbelly. But despite the odds and the dangers involved, Fintiri has no option other than to take the dangerous plunge,...

NYA Hosts Arewa Tiktokers, Emphasizes Opportunities In Digital Skills

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*Prizes ranging from N500,000 to N50,000 was presented to NYA quiz  winners The National Youth Alliance (NYA)  in its bid at ensuring that youth are empowered through digital skills, has hosted Arewa Tiktokers, in view of its resolve to birthing a new Nigeria. At the well attended event in Kano on Wednesday evening, no fewer than 50 Tiktokers from Northern Nigeria, under the aegis of Arewa Tiktokers were hosted, with several empowered with cash rewards. According to a statement by his SA Media, Okpani Jacob Onjewu Dickson, speaking at the event, President of the NYA, Ambassador Aliyu Bin Abbas said that NYA is a youth-led political movement and leadership platform dedicated to empowering young Nigerians to take active roles in governance, policymaking, and national development.  "It serves as a unifying force for patriotic youth across Nigeria, advocating for political inclusion, social justice, economic empowerment, and responsible leadership from the grassro...

‎Fintiri’s Tactical Tumble To APC And The Brewing Storm

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‎By; YAUBA SARKIN YAKIN JAGABAN ‎ ‎Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s tactical move towards the All Progressives Congress (APC) may appear, on the surface, as a strategic recalibration and realignment needed to remain politically afloat ahead of 2027.  ‎ ‎But beneath the optics of political survival lies a potentially explosive confrontation that could fracture the party in Adamawa State and ignite a bitter struggle with the very establishment he has battled in the last seven years. ‎ ‎Already, a number of the APC stakeholders such as Abdurrahman Kwacham have openly voiced their concern against the likelihood of Fintiri's annexation of a party he has fought all his life and even claimed to have killed. ‎ ‎But apart from Kwacham, a number of core stakeholders are working behind the scene to frustrate Fintiri's move to hijack the party from behind. ‎ ‎Two towering figures within the Adamawa APC, namely Sadiq Walin Ganye and General Buba Marwa are reportedly said to be wo...