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[ad_1] Political pundits and analysts have expressed concerns over the raging “war of words” between the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the leading opposition parties in the country over the 2027 general elections.Daily Trust reports that two years to the election, the opposition is already at daggers drawn with the APC over the control of governance at the centre, resulting in a tense political landscape. Analysts have argued that the early tantrums and scheming, as well as subtle campaigns for power grabs in 2027, is affecting governance and violating the relevant electoral laws in the country. SPONSOR AD The leading…

[ad_1] Many bandits have been reportedly killed in a fierce clash between bandits and a combined operation of vigilantes and soldiers around the Dutsen Zaki community in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.Daily Trust gathered that the operation, which is in its fifth day, recorded a huge number of casualties from both the bandits and the vigilantes.  16 vigilantes were said to have been injured in the clash and are currently receiving treatment at Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Wase and another hospital in Bauchi State. SPONSOR AD Dutsen Zaki is a thick forest surrounded by other villages, including Zurak, Aduwa,…

[ad_1] The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports that it has registered two new political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.Mr Rotimi Oyekanmi, the Chief Press Secretary to INEC Chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu, said this on Wednesday in a statement he shared on the commission’s X handle. There were some reports that INEC had registered the ‘Independent Democrats’ and ‘Peoples Democratic Movement’ to add to the existing 19 registered political parties in the country.SPONSOR AD Daily Trust had reported that over 100 associations and interested groups had applied to INEC to be registered as political parties as…

[ad_1] There are many reasons why the conflict in the Middle East should not be happening. The reality, however, is that it is. Despite our great advances in knowledge, technology, and diplomacy, we are still in a world where might is right and right is whatever the mighty say it is. That essentially means that we are still primal cavemen waving big clubs at each other, and the bigger our clubs, the more we are tempted to swing them at the next person’s head. Here is the thing: killing other people is expensive.Israel’s expenditure within the first 48 hours of…

[ad_1] The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) yesterday warned the public against investing in Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT, flagging them as unauthorised crypto assets.In a statement on Wednesday, the commission said it became aware of online publications advertising Zugacoin — which includes variants such as SZCB and SZCB2 — and Samzuga GPT, despite their lack of regulatory approval. “The Commission hereby informs the public that the promoters or issuers of Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT are not registered to operate in any capacity in the Nigerian Capital Market, and also Zugacoin and Samzuga GPT are not approved by the Commission for…

[ad_1] Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria’s biggest bank by Tier-1 Capital, has assured shareholders and investors of its readiness to satisfy all relevant conditions to exit the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) regulatory forbearance by June 30, 2025.The bank also expressed confidence in meeting shareholders’ dividend expectations in the 2025 financial year. The clarification comes on the back of heightened scrutiny of Nigerian banks’ capital health following the new CBN directive that suspends dividend payments and tightens oversight for banks with outstanding forbearance-related loans or breaches of the Single Obligor Limit (SOL).SPONSOR AD Daily Trust reports that the apex bank in…

[ad_1] Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, in this interview, speaks on the security measures his administration has deployed to secure the state, his vision for the state in the next two years, his second term bid and crisis in the PDP, among others. Excerpts:In the last few days, you have been commissioning one project and the other. Can you tell us more about this? It’s a pleasure to have you here, and I’m glad you are seeing things for yourself. As you mentioned, we have had a series of projects commissioned. On Monday, the minister commissioned the Ministry of Women…

[ad_1] Operatives of the FCT police command have arrested a suspect in connection with a series of high-profile kidnappings across Abuja and the neighbouring states.Police sources said he was arrested on June 17. One of the sources said the suspect was a notorious kidnapper linked to multiple abductions, including the kidnapping and subsequent murder of a pastor, the abduction of a woman for whom N10 million ransom was paid, and the kidnapping of three children during which their father was killed for resisting the criminals.SPONSOR AD  

[ad_1] The deployment of 4,000 trucks by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to enhance fuel distribution across Nigeria has sparked a nationwide debate, drawing praise and skepticism from Nigerians.Announcing the initiative, the company said the trucks will support efficient and uninterrupted delivery of petroleum products to critical sectors including aviation, manufacturing, telecommunications, and independent marketers across the country. While many Nigerians have welcomed the development as a positive intervention in the downstream sector, others argue that the move addresses symptoms rather than structural challenges in the nation’s fuel logistics chain.SPONSOR AD On social media, reactions gave been swift and varied.Tajudeen Kareem,…

[ad_1] Oil prices have sustained an upward rally as Brent Crude hit $76.10 per barrel, raising hope for higher reserves accretion, stable naira and elevated dollar liquidity, Daily Trust can report.The ongoing oil prices rally over the Israel-Iran war portends a combination of risks and upsides for the economy, underlining the need for proactive management of its impact. Brent Oil Futures for July delivery gained over nine per cent, trading at $75.15 per barrel (pb), the highest price since early February.SPONSOR AD  Brent Crude hits $76.10Yesterday, Brent Crude was sold for $76.10 per barrel, rising by $1.10 per barrel against…