BUSINESS

Zulum launches Rayyan Microfinance Bank to boost financial inclusion in Borno

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum, has formally unveiled Rayyan Microfinance Bank, a non-interest financial institution headquartered in Maiduguri, as part of efforts to strengthen economic recovery and promote financial inclusion in the state. The unveiling ceremony took place on

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Ogoni Leaders petition Tinubu, accuse Wike of undermining peace dialogue

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

Leaders and people of Ogoniland have petitioned President Bola Tinubu over alleged attempts by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to undermine the ongoing Federal Government–Ogoni dialogue process aimed at resolving the decades-long Ogoni crisis. The petition was submitted under the auspices of the Conscience of Ogoni People (COOP), formerly

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Harnessing Cultural Leadership to End Violence Against Women And Girls

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

Op-Ed | By Maxime Houinato As Africa stands at a crossroads in the fight against violence targeting women and girls, the continent’s traditional leaders hold a uniquely powerful key to unlocking lasting change. Their influence—rooted in culture, authority and community trust—positions them not just as custodians of heritage, but as essential partners in redefining norms,

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PSC extends police constable recruitment deadline as applications hit 400,000

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has extended the deadline for the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 Police Constables by two weeks, following an overwhelming response from applicants nationwide. In a press release issued on Monday, the Commission disclosed that more than 400,000 applications have been received since

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Lagos Federal High Court orders 48 suspected fraudsters to report to DSS

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has directed 48 individuals to present themselves at the Department of State Services (DSS) office in Shangisha, Lagos, over allegations of fraud and unlawful financial dealings. According to a report by The News Guru (TNG), the order was issued on January 12, 2026, in Suit No. FHC/L/MISC/649/2025, arising […]

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NNPC Ltd hails Chevron on successful Awodi-07 offshore discovery

Daily Dispatch January 26, 2026

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has commended Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) on the successful drilling and evaluation of the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta. The Awodi-07 well, drilled under the NNPC Ltd/Chevron Nigeria Limited Joint Venture, forms part of ongoing efforts to further delineate