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Abdul Samad Isyaka Rabiu Rises To Africa’s Second-Richest Spot As Networth Hits $15.8 Billion Abdul Samad Rabiu, chairman of BUA Group, has emerged as Africa’s second-richest individual after his net worth climbed to $15.8 billion, according to Forbes. The Nigerian billionaire’s fortune reportedly surged by $1.8 billion within a week, largely fueled by a significant rally in BUA Cement shares, following stronger first-quarter earnings and heightened investor confidence. BUA Cement shares rose by nearly 25 percent after the company posted improved financial results, with profits more than doubling year-on-year due to increased revenue from both bagged and bulk cement sales. Rabiu’s combined stakes in BUA Cement and BUA Foods are now estimated at $19.1 billion, reflecting robust performance in Nigeria’s equity market. The latest valuation firmly positions Rabiu behind fellow Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote in Africa’s billionaire rankings, further underscoring Nigeria’s ...
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SSA To The President On Community Engagement Visits Udege, Brokers Peace Dialogue Between Farmers And Herders Over Deadly Attacks Dr Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (North Central), has visited Udege Kasa in Nasarawa Local Government Area, where she engaged representatives of communities affected by recent violent attacks that reportedly claimed over 80 lives and destroyed properties worth millions of naira. The physical session of the Citizens’ Assembly under the #EngageNassarawaInitiative brought together stakeholders from severely impacted communities, including Gidan Ada Ogiri, Akyawa-Baka, Udege Kasa, Apura Adagba, and Ittara. During the engagement, victims from predominantly Eloyi/Afo farming communities accused Fulani herders of deploying underaged children for grazing, leading to repeated destruction of farmlands, violent attacks, kidnappings, and killings whenever disputes arose. On the other hand, Fulani representa...
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Nasarawa Assembly Clears New Revenue Service Leadership The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has approved the appointment of a new leadership team for the Nasarawa State Internal Revenue Service (NSIRS), naming Ibrahim Sarki Adamu (Tancy Al-Makura), as Executive Chairman alongside three board members. The confirmation took place during plenary in Lafia, with proceedings led by the Speaker, Danladi Jatau. Lawmakers endorsed the nominees after what was described as a satisfactory screening process, citing their experience, capacity, and the confidence placed in them by Governor Abdullahi A. Sule. Those confirmed to serve on the board include Ibrahim Hamza, Canaan Costine Wando, and Usman Adams. In his remarks, the Speaker urged the newly approved officials to work collectively and bring fresh energy into the state’s revenue generation drive. He also assured them of the Assembly’s continued legislative backing to ensure effective service delivery. Speaking shortly after his co...
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Tinubu Approves Cabinet Reshuffle, Replaces Finance And Housing Ministers President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle affecting key members of the Federal Executive Council, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and improve economic delivery. The decision was conveyed in a memo issued by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, announcing the exit of Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa. According to the directive, Edun has been asked to hand over to Taiwo Oyedele, who has now been elevated to serve as the new Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Oyedele previously served as Minister of State in the ministry. In the housing sector, Muttaqha Rabe Darma has been named as ministerial nominee and Minister-designate for the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, pending formal processes.  Dangi...
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New Osu Ajiri And The Task Ahead On 15th April 2026, the Nasarawa State Government finally named Alhaji Suleiman Ahmed Eko as the 4th Osu Ajiri of Edegye Chiefdom, in Nasarawa Local Government of Nasarawa State. The first-class stool had been vacant for almost one year since the demise of Alhaji Halilu Bala Usman, the 3rd Osu Ajiri, who died on 25th May 2025. Besides the contentious undercurrents that defined the selection process and the eventual announcement, the emergence of Alhaji Eko aligns with the agitations of the Eloyi/Afo people for an Osu Ajiri who is grounded both linguistically and culturally, and who is also in tune with current realities, especially in terms of engaging the largely youthful Eloyi population, both online and offline. Unlike his predecessor, Prince Eko’s ancestry is not complicated and does not require any serious investigation to unravel. Born in June, 2 1972, Eko is from Agbazo, in Odu District of Udege Development Area. His father currently ...
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Beef Prices Soar In Lagos As Cost Of Cattle Hits Record High The price of cattle in Lagos has surged dramatically, reaching as high as $1,613 which is roughly between N2.4 million to 2.6 million per cow, depending on the size, a development that is placing significant strain on both butchers and consumers across the state. The Lagos State Butchers Association attributed the sharp increase to worsening insecurity in major cattle-producing regions, rising fuel costs, and delays in the implementation of ranching initiatives. According to stakeholders, the situation has been compounded by a noticeable drop in the supply of cattle from northern parts of Nigeria, alongside escalating transportation and logistics expenses. Market operators warn that the continued pressure on supply chains could further drive up the cost of beef if urgent measures are not taken. Industry players are now urging authorities to accelerate the rollout of local ranching schemes, which they believe will ...
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Al-Makura Cautions Against Early Endorsements Ahead Of APC Primaries In Nasarawa Former Governor of Nasarawa State and North Central Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Tanko Al-Makura, has called on political actors to tread carefully and avoid actions that may breach established electoral guidelines as the All Progressives Congress (APC) prepares for its primaries. Speaking at a press briefing in Lafia, Al-Makura raised concerns over emerging political developments in the state, particularly the growing discourse around early endorsements. He described such moves as premature and potentially harmful to the integrity of the party’s internal processes. His remarks come in the wake of recent comments attributed to Governor Abdullahi Sule regarding a preferred successor, an action Al-Makura suggested could undermine due process if not properly timed. According to the former governor, the APC is yet to officially commence the sale of nomination and expression of inter...
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