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Mustapha Abdullahi Empowers Young Nigerians Through Energy Leadership Fellowship The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has empowered more than 80 young Nigerians through the maiden edition of the Mustapha Abdullahi Energy Leadership Fellowship (MAELF) 2026,. MAELF is a week-long leadership and capacity-building programme designed to equip participants with leadership skills, mentorship, professional networks and startup support for Nigeria's energy sector and broader national development. The week-long residential fellowship, initiated and fully sponsored by Dr. Abdullahi through the DAM Foundation in partnership with the APC National Youth Wing, brought together carefully selected young Nigerians from across the country for an intensive programme focused on leadership, energy policy, entrepreneurship, innovation, governance and sustainable development. The fellows arrived in Abuja on Sunday a...

‎ ‎ADC Chieftain Dismisses Governorship Candidate Replacement Rumour, Warns Party Risks Crisis if Omar Suleiman Is Dropped ‎ ‎By Tom Garba, Yola ‎ ‎A founding member and staunch loyalist of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State, Suleiman Adamu Jimeta, has strongly dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that the party has replaced its governorship candidate, Omar Suleiman, with Alhaji Tukur Modibbo, describing the development as false and potentially damaging to the party's future. ‎ ‎Jimeta, in a statement made available to TGNews, said the rumoured replacement of Omar Suleiman, popularly known as Omarana, would trigger widespread dissatisfaction among party supporters and could plunge the ADC into a crisis ahead of the 2027 governorship election. ‎ ‎The report, which has been making the rounds online, alleged that the Adamawa ADC had substituted Omar Suleiman with Tukur Modibbo as its governorship candidate. It further claimed that the ...

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi: Policy Driver, Advocate and the Voice of Nigeria's Hydrogen Energy Transition As the global energy landscape shifts towards cleaner and more sustainable alternatives, Nigeria is steadily positioning itself for a future where renewable energy drives economic growth, industrial development, and energy security.  At the forefront of this transformation is the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, whose advocacy for hydrogen energy has established him as one of the country's leading voices on the next frontier of renewable energy. While solar and wind energy remain central to Nigeria's clean energy agenda, Dr. Abdullahi has consistently championed low-carbon hydrogen as a strategic solution capable of transforming the nation's energy sector. Under his leadership, the Energy Commission of Nigeria has intensified efforts to promote research, policy development, stakeh...

Breaking: ADC Crisis Deepens As Lukman Blasts Elrufai, Carpets Amaaechi ...Quits coalition The crisis in the ADC-led opposition coalition has assumed a new dimension  as former APC Vice Chairman, Salihu Moh. Lukman, announced his suspension of activities from the party and the coalition, directly blaming Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and his Kaduna allies for the decision. In a strongly-worded letter to ADC National Chairman, Sen. David Mark , copied to coalition leaders, Lukman said he could no longer endure the "painful hostile treatment" meted out to him. "So long as decisions about leadership representation from Kaduna will continue in a manner that reduced me to the status of a bastard, it is better I excuse myself from both the coalition and the party," Lukman wrote. The Kaduna chieftain accused El-Rufai and his supporters of making him "the problem" despite spending over a year trying to unite leaders in the state.  He also took a swipe at forme...

NIGERIA MINING MONITOR.   Industry Analysis  June 2026 Fees Before Mines: How Nigeria’s Mining Ministry Became Its Own Worst Enemy The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development is celebrating record revenue but the available data suggests the money is coming predominantly from licence fees rather than from mines. The pattern, if confirmed by full-year data, would reveal a regulatory regime that may be pricing out legitimate investors, driving production underground, and suppressing the royalties Nigeria desperately needs. Granular verification is hampered by the absence of comprehensive public data — a transparency failure that is itself part of the problem. Special Report: Nigeria Mining Monitor Nigeria’s Solid Minerals sector generated N68 billion in revenue in 2025, a figure that Minister Dele Alake’s team has trumpeted as proof of a transformed industry. The headline may be accurate but the story behind it is not the one being told. A reading of the governmen...

Walin Adamawa Aminu Abdulkadir: Bridging Corporate Excellence and Traditional L'ship for Sustainable Devt By Tom Garba, Yola In a time when communities increasingly seek leaders who can effectively connect modern governance with cultural values, Alhaji Dr. Aminu Abdulkadir Mbamba stands out as a remarkable example of service, vision, and impact. As the Group Executive Director of Corporate Services in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector (FCIA, FCINC, MLOD, MAEC, MNSE , Chairman Trust Charitos Hospital Abuja, National Chairman B.O.T. IPMAN, Group Executive Director NIPCO/MOBIL Oil Plc.) and the revered Walin Adamawa, he embodies a rare blend of corporate expertise and traditional leadership, using both platforms to champion development and progress across Adamawa State. His story is one of dedication, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to the people he serves. Over the years, Alhaji Mbamba has built a reputation as a respected business leader, accomplished admin...

Prof. Uduma Challenges Cartesian Model of Knowledge at NOUN Philosophy Lecture The Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, has said relational epistemologies represent one of the most profound philosophical conversations of our time, and that African philosophy has long embraced relational thinking. Prof. Uduma spoke on Thursday, July 9, 2026, during the Department of Philosophy’s 3rd Lecture Series in Abuja. The lecture was themed: “Relational Thinking: On the Challenges of Relational Epistemologies.” He delivered his remarks via Zoom, noting that his submission carried the weight of both a philosopher and the VC of an institution charged with the creation, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge. “What does it mean to know? Who is the knower? Under what conditions is knowledge possible? What is the relationship between the individual, the community, and truth?” he queried. The VC argued that much of modern epistemology...

Kaduna Courts Receive Criminal Complaints Against Islamic Cleric, Dr. Ahmad Gumi, Family Members and Associates Kaduna, Nigeria - A Kaduna-based businessman, Nasir Musa Idris (Albani Agege) has filed a series of criminal complaints before courts in Kaduna State against Islamic cleric Dr. Ahmad Abubakar Gumi, members of his family, and two associates, alleging offences arising from a prolonged matrimonial dispute involving his Moroccan wife, Khadijah Diab.   According to the court documents, the complaints have been lodged before the Sharia Court, Malali, the Chief Magistrate Court, Kabala Doki, and the Chief Magistrate Court, Barnawa, each alleging different criminal offences under the applicable Kaduna State laws.   The complainant alleges that he lawfully married Moroccan national Khadijah Diab in October 2024 and that they lived together peacefully until September 2025, when events leading to the dispute allegedly began. According to the filings, he cl...

Rotary Club of Revolution Lagos Ushers in New Leadership, Unveils Vision to Create Lasting Impact Prince Henry Obienu Hands Over Presidential Collaret to Bonaventure Igboanugo as Club Honours Outstanding Members and Decorates New Leadership Team LAGOS, NIGERIA – July 1, 2026: The Rotary Club of Revolution Lagos officially commenced the 2026/2027 Rotary year with a colourful Presidential Handover Fellowship and Transition Ceremony held at Huahan Korean Restaurant, Ikeja GRA, ushering in a new chapter of leadership under the Rotary International theme, “Create Lasting Impact.” The event marked the formal transition from the Unite for Good Year 2025/2026, led by Rtn. Prince Henry Obienu, to the Create Lasting Impact Year 2026/2027, under the leadership of Rtn. Bonaventure Igboanugo. The ceremony attracted the Club Assistant Governor, visiting Rotary Club Presidents, Past Presidents, Rotarians, distinguished guests, partners, and friends of Rotary, all gathered to celebrate a s...

Kaduna Residents Accuse Pompo of Defamation, Political Incitement A group of residents in Kaduna State has accused an individual identified as Jonah Bonet, popularly called 'Pompo' of engaging in what it described as politically motivated defamation and incitement aimed at discrediting political opponents. Speaking during a media briefing in Kaduna, the residents under aegis of Kaduna Peace and Development Forum,alleged that Pompo had become a "political mercenary" whose activities were allegedly sponsored to spread falsehoods, provoke tension and tarnish the reputations of prominent personalities in the state. According to the group, such actions undermine democratic values and threaten peaceful political engagement, particularly as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to gather momentum. The spokesperson for the residents, Mr Philemon Musa called on politicians and their supporters to embrace issue-based campaigns rather than pe...

Kada Queens Defeat Plateau 2-0 to Retain National Hockey Championship Title Defending champions, Kada Queens of Kaduna State, on Saturday successfully retained their women's title at the 2026 National Hockey Championship after defeating Plateau State 2-0 in the final played at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The victory reaffirmed Kaduna State's dominance in Nigerian women's hockey, as the Kada Queens produced a disciplined and commanding performance to overcome a determined Plateau side and lift the championship trophy for another year. The Kaduna team controlled the pace of the match with impressive tactical organisation, converting two scoring opportunities while keeping their opponents at bay to seal a deserved victory before an enthusiastic crowd of hockey enthusiasts and officials. Former Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani as the Guest of Honour, attended the final and congratulated both teams for their outstandi...

Northern Group Backs Gbajabiamila, Rejects Calls for Suspension A northern socio-political organisation, the Nineteen Seventeen Northern Consensus Movement for Peace, Unity, Empowerment and Development Initiative (NSNCM), has declared its support for the Chief of Staff to the President, , rejecting calls for his suspension over allegations of bribery as politically motivated and unsupported by evidence. The group's position was contained in a statement signed by its National President, Awwal Abdullahi Aliyu, Sarkin Yakin Kanya Babba, in response to recent demands by opposition figures for the suspension of the presidential aide pending investigations into the allegations. According to the statement, NSNCM described Gbajabiamila as a public servant with a long record of legislative and public service, insisting that he should not be subjected to punitive measures on the basis of allegations that have yet to be established through due process. The organisation maintained ...

124 Applicants Set For APC Screening In DAM Foundation Energy Leadership Fellowship Aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and Nigeria’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060, while creating a lasting pipeline of young professionals equipped to lead the nation’s energy future. the Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha (DAM Foundation), in collaboration with the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Wing, is set to screen 124 outstanding applicants for the inaugural Mustapha Abdullahi Energy Leadership Fellowship (MAELF),  This is a flagship initiative aimed at grooming Nigeria’s next generation of energy leaders and innovators. The prestigious seven-day residential fellowship attracted 1,212 applications from young Nigerians and Africans seeking to contribute to the transformation of the energy sector.  The programme is designed to equip participants with cutting-edge knowledge in renewable energy, energy transition policy, climate a...