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How Government Insiders Undermined Southern Governor in 2023 Election
New revelations suggest that a southern governor lost his 2023 re-election bid due, in part, to resistance from officials within his own government, who were reportedly unsettled by his meticulous approach to governance. Sources indicate that the former governor’s prudent handling of state finances and insistence on accountability did not sit well with some political…
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Counter-Insurgency Requires Patriotism, Says Senator Jimoh Ibrahim
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR, representing Ondo South, has emphasized that Nigeria’s fight against insurgency will remain limited unless citizens actively participate as stakeholders in national security efforts. Speaking at the Senate Southwest Security Summit in Lagos, Ibrahim, who holds a PhD in Modern War Studies, highlighted that patriotism—demonstrated through trust, cooperation, and collective vigilance—is a…
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Swiss Regulator Warns Mortgage Risks Are Rising as Banks Stretch Lending Rules
Switzerland’s financial market regulator, FINMA (Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority), has issued a warning about growing risks in the Swiss mortgage market, citing that banks are increasingly stretching their lending criteria as property prices continue to rise. In a recent interview with Swiss news outlet Blick, FINMA CEO Stefan Walter highlighted the potential danger of…
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French Drone Makers Push for Ukraine Deals Amid Funding and Competition Challenges
French and Ukrainian drone manufacturers are racing to secure co-production agreements and commercial contracts before the end of 2025, despite financial constraints and growing competition from other European nations, according to industry, military, and diplomatic sources. The sector has gained global attention amid the ongoing war in Ukraine and a sharp increase in drone activity…
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Anambra Police Rescue Three-Year-Old Girl from Suspected Child Trafficker
The Anambra State Police Command has successfully rescued a three-year-old girl reportedly stolen from her parents in Nnobi, Idemili South Local Government Area. Police spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed on Saturday that the primary suspect, Chioma Anioma, an apprentice in the victim’s household, initially fled arrest in Calabar, Cross River State, where she had allegedly sold…
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Babcock Sees Profit Surge as Frigate Contract Bids Move ‘in Right Direction’
British engineering and defence giant Babcock International (BAB.L) reported a strong 19% increase in first-half profit, while signaling progress on its bids to build frigates for Sweden, Denmark, and Indonesia. CEO David Lockwood described the bids as moving “in the right direction,” highlighting the company’s strategic positioning in a market benefiting from rising global defence…
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UNICEF, NGE, DAME to Host Dialogue on Safeguarding Nigerian Children
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), in partnership with the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME) and UNICEF, will host a one-day symposium on Tuesday at the Lagos Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja. The event will convene media leaders, policymakers, and child-rights advocates to assess Nigeria’s preparedness in securing the future of its children. Themed “Equipping the…
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Eli Lilly Becomes First Drugmaker to Reach $1 Trillion Valuation Driven by Weight-Loss Drug Demand
Eli Lilly (LLY.N) made history on November 21, 2025, becoming the first pharmaceutical company to achieve a $1 trillion market valuation, a milestone traditionally dominated by tech giants such as Apple and Alphabet. This remarkable achievement underscores Lilly’s rapid ascent in the weight-loss drug market, fueled by the massive success of its obesity and diabetes…
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Leicester Tigers Dominate Northampton Saints as Joaquin Moro Scores Twice in Prem Rugby Cup Derby
Leicester Tigers continued their unbeaten run in the Prem Rugby Cup with a commanding 34-22 victory over their fierce rivals, Northampton Saints, at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. Argentina international Joaquin Moro was the star of the show, scoring two decisive tries that helped the Tigers extend their dominance in Pool B and secure a fourth…
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Ogun APC Ward 4 Maintains Daniel’s Suspension Despite NWC Reversal
The Executive Committee of the APC, Ward 4 in Sagamu LGA, Ogun State, has insisted that Senator Gbenga Daniel remains suspended from the party, rejecting the National Working Committee’s (NWC) assertion that the former governor is still a bona fide member. Addressing journalists at the Ward Secretariat in Sabo, Ward Secretary Hon. Oluwole Aduroja said…
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