Olayinka Babatunde, Author at Patriotic Insights News

Business

March 2, 2026

CBN-Driven Bank Recapitalisation Poised to Boost Nigeria’s $1tn Economy Target

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has fast-tracked the recapitalisation of banks, a move expected to strengthen the country’s financial system and accelerate Nigeria’s journey towards a $1tn economy. Governor of the CBN, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed that the

Metro

March 2, 2026

Navy Cracks Down on Crude Oil Thieves, Dismantles Illegal Refineries in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its fight against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, successfully dismantling several illegal refining operations in Rivers State. The move forms part of Operation DELTA SENTINEL, aimed at curbing pipeline vandalism, oil bunkering,

Politics

March 2, 2026

Zamfara Governor Hints at Leaving PDP Amid Party Crisis

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has hinted at his intention to seek re-election under a different political platform, as tensions and crises continue to engulf the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. According to sources, Governor Lawal convened

Metro

March 2, 2026

Military Repels ISWAP Attacks in Borno, One Officer Killed

Troops of the Joint Task Force (JTF) North East Operation HADIN KAI have successfully repelled coordinated assaults by Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters on military positions in Borno State, the military has said. According to a statement by the Media Officer

Insecurity

March 2, 2026

Disu Orders CPs to Tighten Security Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, has directed all commissioners of police (CPs) nationwide to intensify security measures following escalating tensions in the Middle East. A statement by Benjamin Hundeyin, Force Public Relations Officer, said the directive is part

Politics

March 2, 2026

INEC Vows No Recurrence Of Transmission “Glitch” In 2027 Polls

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has assured Nigerians that the technical challenges that undermined result transmission in past elections will not recur, as the Commission steps up preparations for the 2027 general elections. Professor Joash Amupitan, INEC Chairman,

CBN-Driven Bank Recapitalisation Poised to Boost Nigeria’s $1tn Economy Target

Navy Cracks Down on Crude Oil Thieves, Dismantles Illegal Refineries in Rivers

Zamfara Governor Hints at Leaving PDP Amid Party Crisis

Military Repels ISWAP Attacks in Borno, One Officer Killed

Disu Orders CPs to Tighten Security Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

INEC Vows No Recurrence Of Transmission “Glitch” In 2027 Polls

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Osun PDP, Accord Stakeholders Endorse Adeleke as Tinubu

Ebola: Kwara NMA Urges Residents to Adopt Preventive

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