Nigeria’s New Power Minister Walks Into a Crisis Three Years in the Making

Nigeria’s ruling party has formally exempted President Bola Tinubu from the standard vetting process ahead of the 2027 presidential primaries, a decision that bypasses a procedural step that every other aspirant would ordinarily be required to clear. The All Progressives Congress National Working Committee made the move at its 188th meeting on Wednesday, May 6,…

Court Seizes Nine Abuja Properties Linked to Fugitive Ex-Minister Amid Coup Plot Investigation

A diplomatic reshuffle quietly unfolded within Nigeria’s foreign affairs machinery this week, one initiated not by Abuja, but by the appointee himself. Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has confirmed that President Bola Tinubu approved his reassignment as Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to South Africa, a posting that replaces an earlier nomination to Germany that Fani-Kayode said he…

I’ll Consult Widely on 2027 Presidency — Jonathan

Zenith Bank Pushes West African Growth with Abidjan Entry.

Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mustafa Bello as its new Chairman, following the retirement of its founder, Jim Ovia. The appointment was disclosed in a corporate notice issued in Lagos on May 5, 2026. The bank said Ovia stepped down after completing the maximum 12-year tenure allowed under corporate governance guidelines for…

Unubiko Foundation has been nominated for the African Hero Award 2026 at The Voice African Achievers Awards, in recognition of its contributions to charity, education, and community development in Nigeria. According to an official notification dated April 6, 2026, the award will be presented to the foundation’s founder and president, James Ume, on August 21,…

Senate Locks Out Fresh Entrants from Top Roles.