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INTERVIEW: Adamawa's future lies in creating wealth, not relying on government, says Abdulrahman Haske
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (1329+ words) In this interview with The Cable's YEKEEN AKINWALE, he speaks about his motivation for the office, insisting that he is better prepared for the position than most of the older aspirants. The Cable: Last month, you declared your intention to…...
IT'S OFFICIAL: Peter Obi leaves ADC, blames internal battles, division
4+ hour, 14+ min ago (392+ words) Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in 2023, has confirmed that he is leaving the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The Cable had on Saturday reported that Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former Kano governor, would leave the ADC. In…...
DISINFO ALERT: UBA debunks reports alleging Elumelu divorced wife, arrests perpetrators
2+ hour, 16+ min ago (281+ words) The United Bank for Africa (UBA) group has debunked social media posts alleging Tony Elumelu, its group chairman, divorced his wife Awele. In a statement on Sunday, Alero Ladipo, group head, brand, marketing & corporate communication, said the'statements'are entirely fabricated, reckless,…...
To our beloved brothers in South Africa
5+ hour, 2+ min ago (1799+ words) William Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar' is, in my view, one of his best plays ever written by history's greatest bard and playwright, and it is indeed amongst my favourites. It speaks of mob psychology, ambition, power, treachery and the most brutal…...
'They're telling lies' -- Adelabu rejects Oyo APC consensus agreement, says Tinubu backed his ambition
6+ hour, 51+ min ago (360+ words) On Friday, some APC leaders in Oyo endorsed the serving senator as the 2027 consensus candidate during a meeting in Ibadan, the state capital. Ayo Adeseun, a former senator, had said President Bola Tinubu gave his backing to Alli's candidacy. "Mr....
Seventh attempt, one question: Can Atiku Abubakar actually win?
7+ hour, 35+ min ago (836+ words) The Cable Seventh attempt, one question: Can Atiku Abubakar actually win? Atiku Abubakar has now pursued the Nigerian presidency across seven separate attempts since 1993, under four different political parties. He has won primaries, lost generals, challenged results in court, and…...
Scale to value: Access Holdings redefines what growth means
7+ hour, 25+ min ago (234+ words) Access Holdings Plc has announced a strategic evolution in its growth agenda, signalling a transition from expansion-led performance to a sharper focus on efficiency, returns, and sustainable value creation. The group's 2025 financial results reflect both momentum and maturity, with gross…...
I have not endorsed any presidential aspirant, says Kwankwaso
8+ hour, 54+ min ago (323+ words) Rabiu Kwankwaso, former governor of Kano state, says he has not endorsed any presidential aspirant ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement issued late on Saturday, Kwankwaso said any "speculations to the contrary are premature and unfounded. The Cable had…...
Plateau: From farm to value creation
8+ hour, 33+ min ago (1060+ words) Development in Plateau state has often been discussed in terms of its natural advantages, its fertile land, favourable climate, and a long-standing culture of farming. Yet, despite this abundance, the economic reality for many farmers remains constrained. The issue is…...
Tinubu reschedules departure for France, Kenya, Rwanda trip to Sunday
17+ hour, 38+ min ago (200+ words) President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled his departure for a working visit to France, Kenya, and Rwanda. In a statement on Friday, Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, said the president would depart Abuja on Saturday,…...