# civil service (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover civil service. Page: Feed: --- ## [Reflector Media Group Publisher Mourns Eagle Online’s Dotun Oladipo](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/reflector-media-group-publisher-mourns-eagle-onlines-dotun-oladipo-describes-death-as-great-loss-to-journalism/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reflector-media-group-publisher-mourns-eagle-onlines-dotun-oladipo-describes-death-as-great-loss-to-journalism) _2026-08-26 · Victor Okebunmi · The Reflector Newspaper_ The Publisher of Reflector Media Group, Hon. Jacob Ogunseye, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and Publisher of The Eagle Online, Mr. Dotun Oladipo, describing his passing as a painful loss to the Nigerian media industry. Oladipo, 56, died on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, after he reportedly took ill in Lagos. \[…\] ## [Governors Spend N512bn on Offices, Travel in Six Months](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/governors-spend-n512bn-on-offices-travel-in-six-months/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=governors-spend-n512bn-on-offices-travel-in-six-months) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ Thirty-three state governments spent at least N512.10 billion on Government Houses, Governors’ Offices, executive administration, travel and transportation in the first six months of 2026, an analysis of state budget implementation reports has shown. The figure is about 4,713 times higher than the combined six-month basic salaries of Nigeria’s 36 governors, which amounted to \[…\] ## [Fact Finding Committee Clears Players, Flags NFF Systemic Failures](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/fact-finding-committee-clears-players-flags-nff-systemic-failures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fact-finding-committee-clears-players-flags-nff-systemic-failures) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ A fact finding committee set up to investigate Nigeria’s disappointing performance at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has identified administrative, technical, regulatory and organisational weaknesses within the country’s football system as major concerns. The committee, chaired by Amb. Fanny I. Amun, with former Super Falcons star Desire Oparanozie, Ladan Bosso \[…\] ## [Tinubu Orders Immediate Rescue of Niger Abduction Victims](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/tinubu-orders-immediate-rescue-of-niger-abduction-victims/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tinubu-orders-immediate-rescue-of-niger-abduction-victims) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered an immediate and coordinated security operation to rescue victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State. The President directed the Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS) and other security and intelligence agencies to work together to secure the safe release of the abducted \[…\] ## [Oyo Police Bust Transnational Syndicate Trafficking Stolen Exotic Cars](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/oyo-police-bust-transnational-syndicate-trafficking-stolen-exotic-cars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=oyo-police-bust-transnational-syndicate-trafficking-stolen-exotic-cars) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ The Oyo State Police Command has busted a suspected transnational criminal syndicate allegedly involved in stealing exotic vehicles in Nigeria and trafficking them across the country’s borders for sale abroad. The breakthrough followed an intelligence-led operation by operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) of the command. The command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, \[…\] ## [Domestic Refineries Crude Imports Jump 151.5% to 5.13m Barrels in July — NMDPRA](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/domestic-refineries-crude-imports-jump-151-5-to-5-13m-barrels-in-july-nmdpra/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=domestic-refineries-crude-imports-jump-151-5-to-5-13m-barrels-in-july-nmdpra) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ Crude oil imports by domestic refineries increased by 151.5 per cent to 5.13 million barrels in July 2026, up from 2.04 million barrels recorded in June, according to data from the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The sharp increase came amid a significant decline in the volume of domestic crude supplied \[…\] ## [Trump Administration Deports US Soldier’s Wife to Honduras](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/trump-administration-deports-us-soldiers-wife-to-honduras/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trump-administration-deports-us-soldiers-wife-to-honduras) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ The Trump administration has deported the wife of an active-duty United States Army soldier to Honduras, amid growing concerns over the impact of the administration’s immigration crackdown on military families. Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo, the wife of Army Sgt. Hedar Leonel Turcios Juarez and mother of their six-year-old daughter, was deported on Monday, according to \[…\] ## [Dangote Plans Own Shipping Fleet to Boost Exports Across Africa](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/dangote-plans-own-shipping-fleet-to-boost-exports-across-africa/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dangote-plans-own-shipping-fleet-to-boost-exports-across-africa) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ Dangote Industries has concluded plans to acquire vessels for the transportation of its products from Nigeria to markets across West and Central Africa. The move is aimed at addressing limited shipping capacity and the rising cost of road transportation, which have continued to hinder the conglomerate’s regional expansion. Head of International Trade and \[…\] ## [2027: Atiku’s Fuel Subsidy Position Inconsistent – Adebayo](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/26/2027-atikus-fuel-subsidy-position-inconsistent-adebayo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-atikus-fuel-subsidy-position-inconsistent-adebayo) _2026-08-26 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of inconsistency over his proposal to restore petrol subsidy if elected President in 2027. Adebayo made the claim on Wednesday during an interview with News Central. Atiku, who is the presidential candidate of the African \[…\] ## [Country Music Icon Dolly Parton Dies At 80](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/25/just-in-country-music-icon-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=just-in-country-music-icon-dolly-parton-dies-at-80) _2026-08-25 · Ifeanyi Uzoechiena · The Reflector Newspaper_ Country music icon, Dolly Parton, has died at the age of 80, according to multiple reports, including The Independent, The Guardian and Sky News. Parton’s death was reportedly announced by her nephew, Bryan Seaver, on Instagram on Tuesday. “I have imagined the heaviness of this moment but haven’t truly felt it until now. “It is \[…\] ## [Point once, get highlights (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JhPw91B1KKzH) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Get minutes worth watching from a whole game — point once ## [Country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/country-music-legend-dolly-parton-dies-at-80/) _2026-08-25 · Ames Amadin · Dockaysworld_ Legendary country music singer and songwriter Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80. Parton’s nephew disclosed her death in an Instagram video on \[...\] ## [NNPCL raises petrol price](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/nnpcl-raises-petrol-price/) _2026-08-25 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, at its retail stations \[...\] ## [ADC Chairman murdered](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/adc-chairman-murdered/) _2026-08-25 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ ADC Chairman murdered The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Udenu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Chisimdiri Emmanuel Ngwu, has died in \[...\] ## [State governor reveals his monthly salary](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/state-governor-reveals-his-monthly-salary/) _2026-08-25 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has disclosed that he earns ₦503,000 monthly, while Permanent Secretaries in the state receive about ₦900,000. Oborevwori made this known \[...\] ## [UK Court confirms case against dancer Poco Lee](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/uk-court-confirms-case-against-dancer-poco-lee/) _2026-08-25 · Ames Amadin · Dockaysworld_ Popular Nigerian dancer and socialite, Iweh Pascal Odinaka, better known as Poco Lee, is set to appear before the Snaresbrook Crown Court in London over \[...\] ## [2027 presidential candidate quits race](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/2027-presidential-candidate-quits-race/) _2026-08-25 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ The Young Progressives Party (YPP) presidential candidate Anita Zugwai-Chukwu has withdrawn from the 2027 presidential race because of concerns from her family over the security \[...\] ## [House of Assembly impeaches speaker](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/house-of-assembly-impeaches-speaker/) _2026-08-24 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ The Edo State House of Assembly has formally impeached its former Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, days after he was removed from the leadership of the legislature. \[...\] ## [Tinubu Withdraws APC Campaign Council List](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/tinubu-withdraws-apc-campaign-council-list/) _2026-08-24 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ President Bola Tinubu has ordered a review and reconstitution of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections. The \[...\] ## [Nigerian General Overseer Dies](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/nigerian-general-overseer-dies/) _2026-08-24 · Lola Rakeem · Dockaysworld_ Pastor Adamson Aromaegbe, the founder and General Overseer of Rock Word Church and Dominion International, has died. Aromaegbe, who was based in Port Harcourt, Rivers \[...\] ## [Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan ‘Ogogo’ is dead](https://www.dockaysworld.com.ng/nollywood-actor-taiwo-hassan-ogogo-is-dead/) _2026-08-23 · Ames Amadin · Dockaysworld_ Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, is dead. His death was confirmed by multiple sources, including Seun Oloketuyi, founder of Best of Nollywood \[...\] ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qP8AojKWytHm) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Ogogo’s daughter announces father’s death in emotional social media post](https://sunrise.ng/ogogos-daughter-announces-fathers-death-in-emotional-social-media-post/) _2026-08-23 · Editor Sunrise · Sunrise News_ Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66. The actor’s death was announced by his daughter, Kira Hassan, during an Instagram Live session on Sunday. Ogogo had been battling stage-four cancer, with his daughters, Kira and Lima, recently appealing for urgent medical assistance for their \[…\] The post Ogogo’s daughter announces father’s… ## [Salakae Never Submitted Official Resignation Letter](https://na.co.bw/salakae-never-submitted-official-resignation-letter/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Fresh details have emerged surrounding the departure of former Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Noah Salakae. This publication is reliably informed that he never submitted an official resignation letter despite his parliamentary announcement on Tuesday. A source from the Office of the President says Boko was left furious following Salakae’s remarks in Parliament on Tuesday, \[…\] The post… ## [Court of Appeal Slaps Axed BTO CEO with Costs Order](https://na.co.bw/court-of-appeal-slaps-axed-bto-ceo-with-costs-order/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The Court of Appeal has ordered former Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) Chief Executive Officer Keitumetse Setlang to pay legal costs after finding that her attempt to halt disciplinary proceedings against her amounted to an abuse of the court process. In a ruling delivered by Justice of Appeal Goemekgabo Tebogo-Maruping, the court held that Setlang’s application \[…\] The post Court of Appeal… ## [Gov’t Panics Over Soldiers Billion Pension Dispute](https://na.co.bw/govt-panics-over-soldiers-billion-pension-dispute/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The government has moved to contain a potentially explosive Botswana Defence Force (BDF) pension dispute involving billions of Pula. Former soldiers are currently challenging the legality of their migration from the old BDF pension scheme to the Botswana Public Officers Pension Fund (BPOPF). Describing the matter as a “longstanding and sensitive one,” the Minister of \[…\] The post Gov’t Panics Over… ## [Govt Cleared to Proceed with Leadership Transformation Programme](https://na.co.bw/govt-cleared-to-proceed-with-leadership-transformation-programme/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The High Court has cleared the government to continue rolling out its Leadership Transformation Programme to executive-level public servants. The development follows a settlement agreement entered into before Justice William Moncho of the Lobatse High Court. Under the agreement, government is barred from implementing the Leadership Transformation Programme for public officers who are members of… ## [Standard Six, Seven Emerge as Dropout Danger Zones](https://na.co.bw/standard-six-seven-emerge-as-dropout-danger-zones/) _2026-08-23 · News Reporter · News&All Botswana_ The country’s primary education system is facing a worrying dropout problem concentrated in the upper primary grades. Official figures show that standard Six recording the highest number of male dropouts and Standard Seven registering the highest number among female pupils. The latest figures contained in the Primary Education Statistics Brief 2022 and published recently by \[…\] The post Standard… ## [Batswana Losing Confidence in Marriage](https://na.co.bw/batswana-losing-confidence-in-marriage/) _2026-08-23 · Kebaabetswe Seemo · News&All Botswana_ Botswana is experiencing significant changes in family formation patterns, with marriages falling to their lowest level in a decade while births outside marriage continue to dominate, according to the latest Vital Statistics Report 2024 released by Statistics Botswana. The report shows that only 4,517 marriages were registered in 2024, the lowest figure recorded in the \[…\] The post Batswana Losing… ## [APC Chairman Felicitates Nigerians on Eid-ul-Mawlid, Urges Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections](https://primetimenews.ng/apc-chairman-felicitates-nigerians-on-eid-ul-mawlid-urges-unity-ahead-of-2027-elections/) _2026-08-23 · Ibrahim Garba · Prime Time News_ The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has felicitated Muslims across Nigeria and around the world on the occasion of Eid-ul-Mawlid, urging Nigerians to draw lessons... The post APC Chairman Felicitates Nigerians on Eid-ul-Mawlid, Urges Unity Ahead of 2027 Elections appeared first on Prime Time News . ## [NDLEA uncovers new Thailand-Nigeria drug route, seizes N4.4bn Loud at Lagos ports](https://sunrise.ng/ndlea-uncovers-new-thailand-nigeria-drug-route-seizes-n4-4bn-loud-at-lagos-ports/) _2026-08-23 · Editor Sunrise · Sunrise News_ …101-year-old great-grandmother arrested for selling cannabis; cocaine hidden in fufu intercepted The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a new maritime route being exploited by international drug syndicates to smuggle synthetic cannabis into Nigeria, following the seizure of 1.49 tonnes of “Loud” worth more than N4.4 billion at the Apapa and Lekki ports \[…\] The post NDLEA… ## [Hon. Adamu Ladan Delivers Six-Classroom Block to Dandume Community](https://primetimenews.ng/hon-adamu-ladan-delivers-six-classroom-block-to-dandume-community/) _2026-08-23 · Mustapha Salisu · Prime Time News_ By Mustapha Salisu A six-classroom school constructed for the people of Tudun Badole in Dandume Local Government Area of Katsina State has been handed over to the local government and the benefiting... The post Hon. Adamu Ladan Delivers Six-Classroom Block to Dandume Community appeared first on Prime Time News . ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6rY545x9hQc8) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [Lagos Moves to Tackle Housing Deficit, Inaugurates 2026 World Habitat Day Committee](https://newstrends.ng/lagos-moves-to-tackle-housing-deficit-inaugurates-2026-world-habitat-day-committee/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Lagos Moves to Tackle Housing Deficit, Inaugurates 2026 World Habitat Day Committee The Lagos State Government has inaugurated the planning committee for the 2026 World Habitat Day celebration, charging members to deploy their expertise and work collaboratively towards finding sustainable solutions to the state’s housing and urban development challenges. The committee was inaugurated last Tuesday… ## [Hawk Fire in US Rages On, Burns 10,500 Acres in Nevada, Forces Mass Evacuations](https://newstrends.ng/hawk-fire-in-us-rages-on-burns-10500-acres-in-nevada-forces-mass-evacuations/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Hawk Fire in US Rages On, Burns 10,500 Acres in Nevada, Forces Mass Evacuations A fast-moving wildfire in the western United States has exploded to over 10,500 acres near Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to flee their homes as firefighters battle the blaze with zero containment. RENO, Nevada, US – The Hawk Fire, a rapidly growing wildfire in \[…\] The post Hawk Fire in US Rages On, Burns 10,500 Acres… ## [ICPC uncovers alleged fake agency claiming 2017 FEC approval after nine years](https://newstrends.ng/icpc-uncovers-alleged-fake-agency-claiming-2017-fec-approval-after-nine-years/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ ICPC uncovers alleged fake agency claiming 2017 FEC approval after nine years The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has uncovered an alleged fake government agency that operated from the premises of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) for years while presenting itself as a properly \[…\] The post ICPC uncovers alleged fake… ## [EXEED to Storm Nigeria’s Premium Auto Market in December, courtesy of Versat](https://newstrends.ng/exeed-to-storm-nigerias-premium-auto-market-in-december-courtesy-of-versat/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ EXEED to Storm Nigeria’s Premium Auto Market in December, courtesy of Versat Nigeria’s premium automotive market is set for a new entrant as Versat Automobile Limited prepares to introduce EXEED, the premium mobility brand of Chery Automobile, to the country in December 2026. The arrival of EXEED is expected to further intensify competition in \[…\] The post EXEED to Storm Nigeria’s Premium Auto… ## [Rivers Monarch Escapes Assassination as Gunmen Raze Palace, Several Wounded](https://newstrends.ng/rivers-monarch-escapes-assassination-as-gunmen-raze-palace-several-wounded/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Rivers Monarch Escapes Assassination as Gunmen Raze Palace, Several Wounded Finima community in Bonny Local Government Area, Rivers State, was thrown into chaos on Saturday when heavily armed gunmen stormed the palace of traditional ruler Aseme Alabo Dagogo Lambert Brown in a brutal attack that left multiple people wounded and raised fears of escalating violence. \[…\] The post Rivers Monarch… ## [2027: Over 500 Northern Muslim Clerics Endorse Tinubu for Second Term](https://newstrends.ng/2027-over-500-northern-muslim-clerics-endorse-tinubu-for-second-term/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ 2027: Over 500 Northern Muslim Clerics Endorse Tinubu for Second Term The Muslim Intellectuals Forum, comprising over 500 Islamic scholars and preachers from northern Nigeria, has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid, citing improvements in security and infrastructure development across the region. DUTSE, Nigeria – The Muslim Intellectuals Forum has urged Nigerians to vote for… ## [Boko Haram, ISWAP Clash In Sambisa Forest](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/boko-haram-iswap-clash-in-sambisa-forest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boko-haram-iswap-clash-in-sambisa-forest) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ A fresh clash between rival Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) factions has been reported in parts of Sambisa Forest in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. The confrontation reportedly left several fighters dead as the two terrorist groups battled for influence and control in the area. Counter-terrorism expert, \[…\] ## [Border Structuring Between Botswana And South Africa](https://na.co.bw/border-structuring-between-botswana-and-south-africa/) _2026-08-23 · Derrick Kaufmann and Thabiso Montsho · News&All Botswana_ This article examines the latest developments and the implications for businesses with operations, investments or financing arrangements spanning both jurisdictions. SARS is investing heavily in technology to identify tax risk more quickly and accurately. During the 2024/25 financial year, it completed approximately 1.7 million verification cases, raising ZAR95 billion, while 3,757 specialised… ## [Messi Fined for Slapping Opponent in Heated Philadelphia Draw](https://newstrends.ng/messi-fined-for-slapping-opponent-in-heated-philadelphia-draw/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Messi Fined for Slapping Opponent in Heated Philadelphia Draw The Inter Miami star was sanctioned for striking Quinn Sullivan during stoppage time of Wednesday’s fiery 2-2 match, marking his second MLS fine. CHESTER, Pennsylvania – Major League Soccer’s Disciplinary Committee has fined Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount for violating league policy regarding hands to the \[…\] The… ## [2027: INEC Announces November Mock Accreditation](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/2027-inec-announces-november-mock-accreditation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-inec-announces-november-mock-accreditation) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has described the August 15 Osun State governorship election as a benchmark for its preparations for the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, disclosed this in Abuja while receiving separate delegations from the Canadian High Commission and Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS). Amupitan said 3,556 of \[…\] ## [Troops Raid IPOB/ESN Hideouts In Anambra](https://thereflector.com.ng/2026/08/23/troops-raid-ipob-esn-hideouts-in-anambra/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=troops-raid-ipob-esn-hideouts-in-anambra) _2026-08-23 · Yusuf Abdulwahab · The Reflector Newspaper_ Troops of Operation UDO KA have dismantled suspected strongholds of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State. The operation, conducted on Saturday, August 22, involved troops working with the Maritime Component, Department of State Services (DSS) and the \[…\] ## [Letshego First-Half Profit Rises 25% Amid Economic Headwinds](https://na.co.bw/letshego-first-half-profit-rises-25-amid-economic-headwinds/) _2026-08-23 · Portia Nkani · News&All Botswana_ Letshego Africa Holdings Limited reported stronger first-half 2026 profits for the six months ended 30 June 2026, despite a challenging business environment. The half year results released earlier this week have presented the Group’s profit after tax 25 percent increase to P226.9 million, from P181 million in the same period last year. This growth resulted \[…\] The post Letshego First-Half Profit… ## [Botswana’s Trade Map Exposes The Urgency of Diversification](https://na.co.bw/botswanas-trade-map-exposes-the-urgency-of-diversification/) _2026-08-23 · Portia Nkani · News&All Botswana_ Botswana’s latest external-sector data confirms the economy remains heavily reliant on diamonds, with most exports concentrated in a few markets. This underscores both the strength of Botswana’s diamond trade and the risks of a narrow export base. According to the Bank of Botswana’s June 2026 External Sector Statistics Bulletin, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was \[…\] The post Botswana’s Trade Map… ## [Financial Times Africa Summit 2026](https://na.co.bw/financial-times-africa-summit-2026/) _2026-08-23 · Business Reporter · News&All Botswana_ Against a backdrop of shifting trade alliances, technological disruption and a reordering of global economic power, African leaders, investors and policymakers will gather in London this October to debate one of the most pressing questions facing the continent: how to sustain growth in an increasingly uncertain global environment. The 13th Financial Times Africa Summit, scheduled \[…\] The post… ## [2027: Wike explains why he won’t join Tinubu’s campaign council](https://newstrends.ng/2027-wike-explains-why-he-wont-join-tinubus-campaign-council/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ 2027: Wike explains why he won’t join Tinubu’s campaign council Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has explained why he will not seek a prominent position in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 presidential campaign, saying his priority is to deliver tangible results rather than pursue campaign titles. Wike said he would have declined \[…\] The post 2027: Wike explains why he… ## [Umahi’s Son, 28, Wins Ebonyi LG Chairmanship, Vows to Reject Salary](https://newstrends.ng/umahis-son-28-wins-ebonyi-lg-chairmanship-vows-to-reject-salary/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Umahi’s Son, 28, Wins Ebonyi LG Chairmanship, Vows to Reject Salary Osborn Nweze Umahi, the 28-year-old son of Works Minister David Umahi, has won the Ohaozara Local Government Area chairmanship election in Ebonyi State and immediately announced he will forgo his salary and allowances throughout his tenure to focus resources on development. OHAOZARA, Nigeria – Osborn Nweze \[…\] The post Umahi’s… ## [Opposition Unity Cracks as Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso Diverge on 2027 Strategy Against Tinubu](https://newstrends.ng/opposition-unity-cracks-as-atiku-obi-kwankwaso-diverge-on-2027-strategy-against-tinubu/) _2026-08-23 · Trends Admin · Newstrends_ Opposition Unity Cracks as Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso Diverge on 2027 Strategy Against Tinubu The G-100’s push for a united opposition front faces significant hurdles as both camps refuse to step aside, with the NDC publicly urging Atiku to back Peter Obi instead. ABUJA, Nigeria – The camps of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter \[…\] The post Opposition Unity… ## [Nupe Community in Lagos Backs Tinubu’s Reelection](https://sunrise.ng/nupe-community-in-lagos-backs-tinubus-reelection/) _2026-08-23 · Editor Sunrise · Sunrise News_ …Picks New Chairman Members of Nupe Community in Lagos have officially presented their new Chairman Alhaji Abubarka Kudu, to the state’s All Progressives Congress Chairman Honourable Cornelius Ojelabi, to herald the beginning of a new dispensation. The group led by Alhaji Saliu Mohammadu (Oba Tapa) alongside other stakeholders like; Alhaji Mohammed Ndana Bida Chief Co-ordinator \[…\] The post Nupe… ## [Okpebholo’s aide apologises, retracts comment against Davido](https://sunrise.ng/okpebholos-aide-apologises-retracts-comment-against-davido/) _2026-08-23 · Editor Sunrise · Sunrise News_ Mr Kassy Chukwu, the Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has apologised to Nigerian music star, Davido over his controversial remarks barring the singer from performing in the state. In a video posted on X, Saturday, Chukwu also apologised to the people of Edo State, stating that his earlier \[…\] The post Okpebholo’s aide apologises, retracts comment… ## [2027:NDC Affirms Nasiru Garo As Kano North Senatorial Candidate](https://primetimenews.ng/2027ndc-affirms-nasiru-garo-as-kano-north-senatorial-candidate/) _2026-08-23 · Abdullahi Yusuf · Prime Time News_ 2027:NDC Affirms Nasiru Garo As Kano North Senatorial Candidate By Abdullahi Yusuf The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has affirmed Hon. Nasiru Sule Garo as its candidate for Kano North Senatorial District for... The post 2027:NDC Affirms Nasiru Garo As Kano North Senatorial Candidate appeared first on Prime Time News .