In a concerted effort to gain prominence in global maritime affairs, Nigeria has intensified its drive to obtain a Category C seat on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council. This initiative was highlighted at a recent high-profile international maritime and aviation conference convened in Singapore. Representing the Nigerian Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, NIWA’s Managing Director, Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, made a compelling case for Nigeria’s strategic maritime vision. He emphasized the government’s ongoing plans to revamp maritime infrastructure, aimed at fostering a maritime industry that is secure, sustainable, and attractive to investors. During the symposium, Oyebamiji underscored the vast…
Author: Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
In a momentous event on July 15, 2025, President Bola Tinubu led a distinguished delegation to the hometown of former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura to oversee the final rites and burial ceremony of the late leader. The solemn gathering reflected Nigeria’s collective homage to Buhari’s legacy as both a military Head of State and a democratically elected president. Upon arrival at Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport in Katsina, Tinubu personally received Buhari’s remains, which had been flown in from London where Buhari passed away on July 13. The flag-draped casket was met with a military honour guard and an…
The social media giant Meta has announced the removal of over 10 million fraudulent profiles and 500,000 spam-associated accounts in a broad move to improve content authenticity during the first half of 2025. According to Meta, this purge targets impersonators, spam operators, and accounts that recycle or repost content without meaningful changes — practices that “undermine the platform by crowding out authentic voices.” Such accounts face not only restrictions to monetization but also limited content spread on Facebook feeds. “We’re making progress. In the first half of 2025, we took action on around 500,000 accounts engaged in spammy behaviour or…
The hometown of Daura in Katsina State became the fitting backdrop for the final farewell to former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday. The ceremony, following Islamic traditions, capped off days of national mourning for the leader who shaped modern Nigerian history through his military regime and subsequent democratic presidency. The imam of Daura’s Central Mosque, Sheikh Salisu Rabiu, led the funeral prayers at 5:50 pm, guiding the proceedings that culminated in Buhari’s burial. High-ranking military officials carried his coffin to the graveside, where a 21-gun salute echoed in a poignant gesture of respect. Earlier on the day of burial,…
The former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari’s remains were received today at Umar Musa Yar’adua Airport, Katsina. The former leader’s body arrived on a presidential aircraft, with President Bola Tinubu leading a high-profile delegation at the airport. Governors, federal ministers, lawmakers, and other senior government officials assembled at the airport, illustrating the gravity and significance of the event. The arrival signifies the beginning of national mourning and funeral proceedings in Buhari’s home state. Political analysts note that such gatherings underscore Buhari’s enduring influence and the respect he commanded across different government tiers. Preparations and official events are underway as Nigerians prepare…
By Dada Olusegun It is still shocking and unbelievable, but the will of God has prevailed – one of Nigeria’s finest ever, Muhammadu Buhari has gone home to rest. Buhari was born on December 17, 1942, in Daura, Katsina State and was the 23rd and last child born into the family of Adamu and Zulaiha Buhari in Daura. He was aged 82. The life and times of Muhammadu Buhari cannot be adequately captured in a single volume of encyclopedia and certainly not in a few paragraphs of tributes, but I will attempt to summarise who Buhari is, what he stood…
The remains of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari have left London en route to Nigeria for final burial rites in Daura, Katsina State. The Nigerian Air Force carried Buhari’s body on Tuesday morning, with a Federal Government delegation led by Vice President Kashim Shettima on hand to manage repatriation processes. The government confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will officially receive the late leader’s remains in Katsina. Information Minister Mohammed Idris provided critical details during a press briefing in Abuja. He said the late president, who succumbed to illness in a London hospital on Sunday, is expected to arrive Nigeria by midday…
In a recent announcement, the United States government has conveyed a tough stance on Nigerians who exceed their visa durations, warning that overstaying may trigger deportation and a permanent ban on future travel to the country. This move aligns with the US administration’s broader immigration enforcement policies under President Donald Trump. The US diplomatic mission in Nigeria issued the alert on its social media platform, cautioning that any individual found remaining beyond their authorized stay “could be deported and could face a permanent ban on travelling to the United States in the future.” Following this, the US updated its visa…
In a striking twist of events, popular cryptocurrency influencer and Twitter user, Gaius Chibueze, known as “Bitcoin Chief,” who openly mocked the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, has reportedly lost his father on Monday morning, July 14, 2025. Chibueze, who tweeted harsh words following Buhari’s passing, had stated: “Buhari was a very Terrible President. We must not pretend now! May his Soul get what he did to NIGERIA!” (Posted at 12:34 AM, July 14, 2025 – Screenshot below) This tweet, which gained over 18,000 views, stirred mixed reactions online, with many calling it distasteful and disrespectful…
An in-depth review of the first three months of 2025 shows that eight prominent Nigerian banks have collectively registered N156 billion in impairment charges against their credit and financial assets, according to recently filed financial disclosures. This represents banks’ provisioning against anticipated loan defaults and the diminishing value of their exposures, as economic headwinds continue to affect credit quality. The impairment provisions, which help cushion the impact of non-performing loans and investment losses, are indicative of ongoing inflationary challenges, currency depreciation, and liquidity constraints affecting the banking sector. The data reveals varied approaches by banks: some have aggressively reduced loan…