Author: Adekunle

The Nigerian military has once again struck a major blow against armed banditry in the North, neutralising more than 100 terrorists during a coordinated air and ground assault on Makakkari Forest, Bukuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State — the home state of the current Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, who has been at the forefront of ongoing efforts to improve the state’s security. In the early hours of Sunday, the stillness of Makakkari Forest was shattered by the roar of Nigerian Air Force aircraft and the decisive advance of ground troops. By the end of…

Nigeria’s newly appointed Acting Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat, has pledged to lead the country’s power sector regulator with integrity, diligence, and a renewed focus on excellence—setting ambitious goals to transform the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) into a modern, technology-driven ecosystem. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved Ramat’s appointment and directed him to assume the role in an acting capacity, pending confirmation by the Senate. In his first public statement, Ramat expressed deep gratitude for the trust reposed in him, promising to align NERC’s work with the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda. …

In a landmark decision signaling a bold leap toward tech-driven energy sector transformation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engr. Dr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat, a globally recognized innovator and governance strategist, as the new Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). A Profile of Excellence Engr. Ramat is a distinguished multidisciplinary engineer and Harvard-trained strategist, holding a doctorate in Strategic Management from Lincoln University, a master’s in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering from National University, India, and a B.Eng in Electrical Engineering from Bayero University Kano. He is a certified power transmission systems expert as trained by…

A string of recent successful operations by Nigeria’s security forces has been attributed to better inter-agency coordination under the guidance of the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and enhanced intelligence gathering across the country. In Niger and Kwara States, residents expressed relief and celebration following the reported arrest of a wanted terrorist commander, Mahmuda, near the country’s border with the Benin Republic. The operation was allegedly carried out by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), marking a significant breakthrough in the ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks operating along Nigeria’s northwestern corridor. The arrest…

…Urges the company to uphold global standards in quality, ethics, and sustainability The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, has described the establishment of the DICON-D7G partnership as a timely and strategic move that aligns with the Federal Government’s efforts to bolster national security, address emerging threats, and achieve self-reliance in defence manufacturing. He made this known today at the commissioning ceremony of the DICON-D7G Headquarters located in Asokoro, Abuja. Speaking as the Special Guest of Honour, the Minister noted that the joint venture between the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and…

Nigeria’s electricity regulator is about to get a jolt of fresh energy. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Garba Ramat, 39, to lead the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in an acting capacity, pending Senate confirmation. It is an unusually young face for one of the country’s most technically complex and politically charged jobs—and that is precisely the point. For decades, NERC has presided over a sector plagued by under-investment, chronic outages, tariff disputes and creaking infrastructure. The task before Mr Ramat is daunting: to regulate an industry where the gap between installed capacity and actual delivery yawns…

Abuja, Nigeria — Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has identified innovation as the engine of the country’s economic transformation, calling it “the bedrock of productivity” during his keynote address at the NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI) Demo Day 3.0 held over the weekend. Speaking to an audience of entrepreneurs, investors, and government officials, Edun underscored the importance of harnessing Nigeria’s demographic advantage—where over 65% of the population is under the age of 30—through scalable, homegrown solutions. “Nigeria’s shift from potential to prosperity must be rooted in ideas, driven by our youth,…

An online poll conducted recently on Instagram has revealed a strong public preference for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the former Governor of Zamfara State and current Minister, to return as the state’s helmsman in the 2027 gubernatorial elections. The poll, hosted by the popular Instagram account @arewatrending_ just four days ago, indicates a significant digital momentum in favor of Matawalle. The poll, which posed the question “Who is the best choice for Governor of Zamfara in 2027?”, saw overwhelming support for Dr. Bello Matawalle (APC), who secured a commanding 95% of the total votes. His opponent, Dr. Dauda Lawal Dare…

In a bold move to strengthen Nigeria’s defence capabilities and drive homegrown technological advancement, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have renewed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on indigenous research, development, and innovation. The renewed agreement was signed on 25 July 2025, during a working visit by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, to the NASENI Headquarters in Abuja. He was received by the Agency’s Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Air Marshal…

Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, led the country’s delegation to the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), held in Istanbul, Turkey. The visit marked a significant step in advancing Nigeria’s defence modernization efforts, fostering international cooperation, and exploring cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of global defence. With participation from 120 countries and over 400 defence firms representing 44 nations, IDEF 2025 served as a strategic platform for showcasing emerging military technologies and strengthening ties with key global players in the defence industry. The Minister’s engagements at the fair reflected Nigeria’s…