Author: Lagos Brief

When Nigeria first introduced Islamic banking more than a decade ago, a section of the public, especially some Christian leaders, cried foul. They labelled it an attempt to Islamise the nation. The word Islamic became synonymous with suspicion. Yet, history has since given its verdict. The same Islamic banking and finance that was once denounced as a tool for religious expansion has now become one of the most credible components of Nigeria’s financial system. Today, the government of Nigeria, regardless of faith or political party, routinely issues Sukuk (Islamic bonds) to finance national infrastructure, build roads, and other developmental projects.…

Ethical capital, not religious sentiment, is quietly transforming Nigeria’s development story, proving that transparency, fairness, and inclusion are the true foundations of progress. Apostle (Professor) Bolaji Akinyemi’s article, “Halal: Tomorrow’s Celebration May Plant Tomorrow’s Crisis,” reflects a seeming patriotic vigilance, but the “Halal Economy Strategy” deserves a fairer context. Halal is not a stealth religious policy; it is an ethical economic framework already proven beneficial to Nigeria’s multi-faith financial system, time and again. In the United Kingdom, the government operates an Islamic Finance Task Force, created in 2013 under Prime Minister David Cameron, to make London a hub for Sharia-compliant…

Today, we joyfully celebrate the birthday of our esteemed founder, Chief (Dr.) Ayodele Ibrahim, the visionary behind Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ijanikin. This special day gives us an opportunity to express our deepest appreciation for your remarkable leadership and visionary approach to education. Your dedication to empowering future generations has created a lasting impact on our community and beyond. Under your guidance, our institution has flourished, becoming a beacon of academic excellence and innovation. Your commitment to fostering a culture of learning, critical thinking, and character development has inspired countless individuals to strive for greatness. We’re grateful…

There are moments when public honours become mirrors that doesn’t reflect virtue but to magnify dissonance. Governor Dauda Lawal’s recent acclamation as “Governor of the Year” by Leadership newspapers should, in a sane political economy, invite sober celebration only if the facts on the ground corroborate the plaudits. But in Zamfara, where villages are sacked, whole communities flee in fear, educational system keep declining in the wake of violence, and mass abductions have become grim headlines, the award reads less like recognition than a rhetorical conjuring trick. The editorial board that printed the accolade owes Nigerians an apology for easily…

Among the very few names that resonate very loudly and command profound respect in the politics of the ancient Caliphate is Rep. Ahmad Abdullahi Kalambaina, the distinguished Honourable Member representing Kware/Wamakko Federal Constituency with unwavering dedication and exceptional prowess. Known for his unparalleled grassroots mobilisation and far-reaching positive impact, Hon. Kalambaina is highly favoured and widely celebrated for his high-scale performance that touches directly and profoundly on the well-being, empowerment, and sustainable economic development of his constituents in every corner of the constituency. As the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Defence, Rep. Kalambaina has demonstrated rare, exemplary, and…

A seasoned corporate administrator and banker, with high proficiency in computing and banking operations, Yazid Danfulani came fully to the limelight of public service as the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry in Zamfara State, under Governor Bello Matawalle, but not before serving in 2013 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), therefrom gaining profound experiences in banking operations. Born on 15th April 1986, in Gusau, Zamfara State, Danfulani attended Dan Turai Primary School and Therbow Secondary School, from where he later obtained a degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Arts and Management from the University of Hertfordshire,…

For Whitecrust Investment Limited, the recent Customer Service Week and its flagship “Whitecrust Day for Change” initiative were more than annual events; they were a comprehensive statement on the company’s core values: people, purpose, and community impact. The company used the occasion to launch a large-scale Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative while simultaneously fostering internal excellence, demonstrating that the pursuit of financial growth is inseparable from the commitment to social welfare. The Nationwide Day for Change: Leadership by Service The highlight of the week was undoubtedly the “Whitecrust Day for Change.” Staff volunteers from various locations rolled up…

The Nigeria Football Federation has stated that a cracked windscreen of the chartered ValueJet Airline aircraft that was conveying the Super Eagles’ delegation from Polokwane in South Africa to Uyo, for Tuesday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Benin Republic, has delayed the arrival of the players and officials in the Akwa Ibom State capital. The same aircraft had flown some members of the delegation to Polokwane on Thursday night, arriving in the South African city on Friday morning. However, after a routine refueling stop in Luanda, Angola (where the plane also stopped to refuel on Thursday night, and where…

By Oke Umurhohwo, Ughelli, Delta State From the oil-scarred heart of the Niger Delta, where spills, sabotage and broken promises have long defined our reality, I’ve watched Nigeria’s oil story unfold with both skepticism and hope. For years, I saw Aliko Dangote as just another billionaire building empires in cement and sugar, while the rest of us queued endlessly for fuel under the scorching sun. But his $20 billion refinery gamble has changed the narrative. What’s unfolding now in Lekki, Lagos is not just a business story, it’s a seismic shift in Nigeria’s oil future, one that pits a single…

Former President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has said that, as a principle, he does not holds grudges against people on account of their past actions against him, even if he were hurt, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and moving on from the past, especially in the political arena, for national cohesion and development. Dr. Jonathan made the statement on Wednesday evening during a requiem mass held in Abuja in honour of the late Chief Audu Ogbeh. He joined family members, friends, and well-wishers to pay final respects to the late elder statesman, renowned politician, and farmer. While paying tribute, Dr. Jonathan…