The presiding pastor of Masters Place International, Pastor Korede Komaiya, has said “Life is warfare not funfare” and battlefield not playground.
Komaiya made the assertion in a recently released and shared video message.
He said “Never be surprised that you have battles, the greater your destiny, the greater your battles”.
According to the revered cleric, “A life without battles is a dead life, your battles shows your importance, glory and it indicate your greatness”.
He explained that, Small destiny attracts small battles while the greater the battle, the greater glory and “things are manipulated from the spirit realm to happen physically”.
Stressing and emphasising that, “if you joke with your destiny, you will end up a joke”.
Using this, as a backdrop about his own transformation, stages in life and fulfilling destiny, Komaiya concluded “No one can fulfill their destiny in a grand style without the annointing”.
Stakeholders from across Nigeria’s Southwest geopolitical zone on Thursday converged in Akure, Ondo State, as the Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to an inclusive and forward-looking review of the National Youth Policy (2019–2023).
The two-day Southwest Zonal Consultative Meeting, convened by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, is part of a nationwide engagement process aimed at producing a renewed policy framework that reflects the realities and aspirations of young Nigerians.
Speaking at the meeting held from February 20–21, 2026, the Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, represented by the Director of Education, Youth and Development, Mr. Kabir Mohammed, said the review process would be participatory and evidence-based.
Olawande described the National Youth Policy as the central framework guiding youth empowerment, participation in governance, education, skills development, employment, health, innovation and social inclusion across the country.
He noted that since its adoption, the policy has significantly shaped youth-focused interventions nationwide.
According to him, the review has become necessary in view of Nigeria’s rapidly evolving social, economic and technological landscape. “The objective is to ensure that the policy remains responsive to emerging realities, addresses present and future challenges, and reflects the aspirations of Nigerian youth,” he said.
The Minister described the Southwest as a region of immense demographic strength, rich cultural heritage and significant economic potential, stressing that contributions from stakeholders in the zone would be critical in producing a revised policy that is inclusive, practical, regionally adaptable and nationally coherent.
He explained that the consultative forum provides an opportunity for robust engagement, enabling participants to identify gaps in the existing policy and put forward evidence-based recommendations.
He urged youth representatives, civil society organisations, development partners, academics and government officials to actively participate in shaping a comprehensive and impactful policy document. Olawande further disclosed that the revised policy would align with relevant regional and international frameworks, including the African Youth Charter, in line with global best practices in youth development.
In her remarks, the Director of Youth, Mrs. Olukemi Okukpe, who represented the Ondo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Henry Owoyofunmi, commended the Federal Ministry for adopting a consultative approach. She reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to youth development initiatives.
The Southwest engagement is one of several zonal consultations being held nationwide as part of efforts to deliver a responsive and future-ready National Youth Policy for Nigeria’s growing youth population.
In a move described as a watershed moment for Nigeria’s fiscal transparency and revenue integrity, the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing an Executive Order directing the direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account.
The Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, M.B. Shehu, PhD, OFR, praised Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he termed a bold and constitutionally grounded intervention aimed at eliminating revenue leakages and strengthening the financial base of the three tiers of government.
The Chairman of Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission, M.B. Shehu, PhD, OFR
According to the Commission, the Executive Order, signed pursuant to Section 5 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and anchored on Section 44(3), reinforces the constitutional principle that ownership, control and derivative rights over Nigeria’s minerals, mineral oils and natural gas are vested in the Government of the Federation for the collective benefit of all Nigerians.
RMAFC noted that prior to the Executive Order, certain structural and legal provisions within the Petroleum Industry Act created channels through which substantial Federation revenues were subjected to multiple deductions, including management fees, frontier exploration allocations and other layered charges. These deductions, the Commission said, significantly reduced net remittances to the Federation Account and constrained fiscal capacity at the federal, state and local government levels.
The Commission recalled that it had consistently advocated a review of statutory and regulatory provisions that enable frevenue leakage, erosion or retention outside the Federation Account.
It referenced its recent retreat held on February 9, 2026, in Enugu State, where concerns over structural revenue deductions were extensively discussed.
Describing the reform as timely and necessary, RMAFC said the Executive Order comes at a critical period marked by pressing national fiscal demands, including security, infrastructure development, education, healthcare delivery, energy transition and economic stabilisation. By freeing revenues previously subjected to layered deductions and fragmented oversight, the Commission stated that the Executive Order enhances transparency, improves cash flow predictability, strengthens fiscal federalism and restores the constitutional revenue rights of the Federal, State and Local Governments.
Shehu emphasised that the reform significantly boosts the Commission’s capacity to discharge its constitutional mandate under Paragraph 32 of Part I of the Third Schedule to the Constitution, particularly in monitoring accruals to and disbursement of revenue from the Federation Account. “With this Executive Order, the constitutional architecture of revenue remittance is strengthened. It closes structural leakages, eliminates duplicative deductions and ensures that revenues due to the Federation are remitted transparently. This directly supports the Commission’s oversight and monitoring responsibilities,” he stated.
RMAFC reiterated its full support for the Federal Government’s ongoing public financial management reforms and pledged continued collaboration with relevant institutions to ensure effective implementation of the Executive Order and safeguard the integrity of the Federation Account for the benefit of all Nigerians.
On February 17, 2026, on the sidelines of the 5th meeting of Chiefs of Naval Staff, a delegation from the ECOWAS Department of Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, through the Directorate for Peacekeeping and Regional Security (DPKRS), paid a working visit to the Chief of the Ghanaian Navy, Rear Admiral Godwin Livinus Bessing, represented by Commodore Ben Baba Abdul, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) at Ghana Navy Headquarters. The purpose of this working session was to review the topics to be discussed at the 5th meeting of Chiefs of Naval Staff scheduled for February 18, 2026.
======= UNE DELEGATION DE LA CEDEAO RENCONTRE LE CHEF DE LA MARINE GHANEENNE POUR PREPARER LA 5E REUNION DES CHEFS DE LA MARINE
Le 17 février 2026, en marge de la 5e réunion des chefs d’état-major de la marine, une délégation du Département des affaires politiques, de la paix et sécurité de la CEDEAO à travers la Direction Maintien de la paix et sécurité régionale (DPKRS) a rendu une visite de travail au chef de la marine ghanéenne, le contre-amiral Godwin Livinus Bessing, représenté par le commodore Ben Baba Abdul, chef d’état-major de la marine (CNS) au quartier général de la marine ghanéenne. L’objectif de cette session de travail était de faire le point sur les sujets qui seront abordés lors de la 5e réunion des chefs d’état-major de la marine prévue le 18 février 2026.
====== UMA DELEGAÇÃO DA CEDEAO REÚNE-SE COM O CHEFE DA MARINHA DO GANA PARA PREPARAR A 5.ª REUNIÃO DOS CHEFES DA MARINHA
Em 17 de fevereiro de 2026, à margem da 5ª reunião dos chefes do Estado-Maior da Marinha, uma delegação do Departamento de Assuntos Políticos, Paz e Segurança da CEDEAO, através da Direção de Manutenção da Paz e Segurança Regional (DPKRS), fez uma visita de trabalho ao chefe da Marinha ganesa, o contra-almirante Godwin Livinus Bessing, , representado pelo comodoro Ben Baba Abdul, chefe do Estado-Maior da Marinha (CNS) no quartel-general da Marinha ganesa. O objetivo desta sessão de trabalho foi fazer um balanço dos temas que serão abordados na 5.ª reunião dos Chefes do Estado-Maior da Marinha, prevista para 18 de fevereiro de 2026.
In a bold push to tackle youth unemployment and accelerate Nigeria’s transition to clean energy, the Federal Government has taken delivery of upgraded solar-powered electric tricycles a move described as both an economic lifeline and a green innovation breakthrough for young Nigerians.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, is the product of a strategic collaboration between House of Destiny and the National Commercial Tricycles and Motorcycles Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria. The partnership is designed to create sustainable income opportunities while promoting renewable energy solutions across the country.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro
Receiving the delegation in Abuja, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro, described the collaboration as a transformative intervention that will ease economic hardship among vulnerable youths. She likened the partnership to “the three wheels of a tricycle each essential, balanced, and mutually reinforcing in driving youth empowerment forward,” stressing that government and private stakeholders must work in sync to unlock opportunities for Nigeria’s growing youth population.
According to her, empowering young Nigerians through entrepreneurship and skills development is not just a policy direction but a national imperative. “Empowering young Nigerians is not optional; it is a national necessity,” she stated, noting that the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which places youth empowerment at the heart of national development.
Dr. Keshinro emphasized that the solar-powered tricycles represent more than mobility solutions. “These tricycles are not merely vehicles but instruments of employment, dignity, and self-reliance,” she said. “Beneficiaries are encouraged to innovate, refine existing products, and develop solutions suited to local realities particularly solar-powered technologies that support Nigeria’s transition to a green economy.”
Earlier, the Chief Executive Officer of House of Destiny, Dr. Israel Olajumoke, described the project as a practical demonstration of how collaboration between government and civil society can generate meaningful employment while stimulating innovation.
He added that the initiative deliberately promotes inclusivity, encouraging women to participate in sectors traditionally dominated by men. “Empowering women and youth strengthens communities and promotes equitable access to opportunities,” he noted, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to expanding the programme nationwide through strategic partnerships.
Also speaking, the President of NATOMORAS, Alhaji Usman Buba Gwoza, represented by the Association’s Secretary, Madonna Corosi, revealed that 20 upgraded solar-powered tricycles were recently distributed in Yobe State. With that rollout, the total number of units deployed across several states has now reached 74.
She explained that beyond job creation, the initiative is advancing renewable energy adoption and broadening economic access for young Nigerians in underserved communities.
The Federal Government has launched the distribution of Presidential Emergency Food and Nutrition Items in Sokoto State, targeting 20,000 vulnerable households in a renewed push to tackle food insecurity, malnutrition, and poverty across the country.
The flag-off ceremony, held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the Government House in Sokoto, marked a significant step in the Federal Government’s emergency humanitarian response under the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
Speaking at the event, the Honourable Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Yusuf Tanko Sununu, described the intervention as a clear demonstration of the President’s commitment to safeguarding the dignity and wellbeing of vulnerable Nigerians, particularly women, children, the elderly, and Persons Living With Disabilities (PWDs).
Dr. Sununu commended Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, for his strong collaboration with the Federal Government. He noted that despite being out of the country on official engagements, the Governor returned to personally host and participate in the programme, underscoring his dedication to humanitarian service and intergovernmental partnership.
According to the Minister, the initiative will provide essential food items and specialized nutrition commodities to 20,000 vulnerable households across the state. The intervention also includes supplies for the treatment of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) among children.
He disclosed that therapeutic nutrition materials would be delivered immediately to Specialist and General Hospitals across Sokoto State to strengthen ongoing treatment efforts.
Dr. Sununu explained that the programme was initiated following projections that millions of Nigerians could face extreme hunger due to economic shocks, climate change, insecurity, and a reduction in international humanitarian funding.
He stressed that the Tinubu administration remains committed to people-centered governance, ensuring that no Nigerian goes hungry regardless of circumstance. Beyond emergency relief, the Minister added that the Ministry is advancing sustainable and localized humanitarian solutions, including livelihood support, skills acquisition, agricultural recovery initiatives, and community-based resilience programmes for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and host communities.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry highlighted that rising humanitarian needs and funding gaps from scaled-down international support necessitated the intervention.
He affirmed that the Federal Government approved the initiative to bridge critical gaps and sustain life-saving assistance in affected states, including Sokoto.
He urged all stakeholders involved in the distribution process to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, equity, and compassion to ensure the items reach intended beneficiaries. Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, in his address, expressed appreciation to President Tinubu and the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction for prioritizing the welfare of vulnerable citizens.
Describing the intervention as compassionate and responsive leadership in action, the Governor said his administration has consistently placed the wellbeing of citizens at the center of its development agenda.
He assured that the state government would ensure effective coordination and dignified distribution of the items across all three senatorial districts Sokoto Central, Sokoto East, and Sokoto North. Reaffirming the state’s commitment to federal humanitarian initiatives, the Governor pledged strengthened social protection mechanisms for vulnerable households.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Sokoto State Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Hajia Asabe Balarabe, described the event as timely, noting that the state government has been intensifying efforts to improve the welfare of vulnerable groups.
Goodwill messages were delivered by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), a representative of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, as well as the Special Adviser to the Sokoto State Government on IDPs and Resident Communities. The event was attended by key federal and state government officials, development partners, security agencies, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders.
The distribution exercise commenced in Sokoto Central Senatorial District and will extend to Sokoto East and Sokoto North, reinforcing the Federal Government’s broader commitment to improving the quality of life of Nigerians, especially the most vulnerable.
The Ukomu Igala Organization (UIO) has condemned the violent clashes between farmers and herdsmen in Ejule-Ojebe town, Ibaji Local Government Area of Kogi State, describing the incident as tragic and inhumane.
In a statement signed by its National Leader, Maj. Gen. James A. Ataguba (Rtd), Ph.D, the organization expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives, reports of missing persons, and the destruction of farmlands, crops, and cattle resulting from the crisis.
UIO extended its sympathies to families affected by the violence and called on all parties involved to immediately lay down their arms and embrace peace in the interest of the community.
The organization urged the Kogi State Government to intervene without delay to prevent further bloodshed, while also calling on the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to act swiftly to restore law and order and forestall possible reprisal attacks.
According to the group, Ibaji Local Government Area has long grappled with deep socio-economic challenges, including years of neglect, inadequate infrastructure, and environmental degradation that continue to undermine farming and fishing livelihoods. It noted that these longstanding issues have contributed to recurring communal tensions in the area.
UIO further appealed to both the Kogi State and Federal Governments to thoroughly investigate the underlying causes of the repeated conflicts and implement concrete measures aimed at ensuring lasting peace and sustainable development in Ibaji.
The organization also called on residents to remain calm and vigilant, urging them to cooperate with security agencies by reporting any suspicious activities. While reiterating its condolences to the bereaved families, UIO prayed for comfort and strength for all those affected by the tragic events.
Nigeria has again recorded a low performance on the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), scoring 26 out of 100 for the second year running, as the country slipped further down the global ranking, Transparency International (TI) and its Nigerian chapter, the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), have disclosed.
According to the latest CPI released on Tuesday, Nigeria fell from 140th position in 2024 to 142nd out of 180 countries assessed in 2025, underscoring persistent public concerns over corruption and slow progress in governance reforms. The CPI measures perceived levels of public sector corruption based on assessments from reputable independent institutions.
Transparency International describes the index as the most widely recognised global benchmark for tracking corruption trends worldwide.
In a statement signed by CISLAC Executive Director and Head of Transparency International Nigeria, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, the organisation said Nigeria’s unchanged score reflects stagnation in anti-corruption outcomes rather than a direct assessment of the performance of specific anti-graft agencies.
CISLAC noted that several anti-corruption institutions continue to demonstrate commitment despite operating within a system challenged by weak structures and political interference.
The organisation highlighted notable gains in asset recovery efforts as one of the factors that helped Nigeria avoid a further decline in its CPI score.
It disclosed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recovered more than ₦566 billion, $411 million and 1,502 properties between October 2023 and September 2025.
Similarly, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) was said to have recovered ₦37.44 billion and $2.353 million in 2025 alone.
CISLAC also pointed to improved international cooperation, citing the January 2026 agreement by the UK Crown Dependency of Jersey to repatriate over $9.5 million in corruption-linked assets for deployment in critical infrastructure projects in Nigeria.
Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list in October 2025 was further described as a major milestone, following the implementation of a 19-point action plan to strengthen anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks.
The organisation commended civil society groups and the media for sustaining public scrutiny, describing them as indispensable to accountability and democratic governance. Structural Challenges Persist
Despite these positives, CISLAC warned that deep-seated weaknesses continue to undermine Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive. It listed judicial corruption, allegations of bias, nepotism in public appointments, and declining public trust in the justice system as major concerns.
The report also flagged persistent oil theft and subsidy-related fraud, referencing the 2022 Auditor-General’s report published in September 2025, which alleged that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) failed to fully account for significant oil revenues.
Other issues raised include shrinking civic space, corruption in the power sector, insecurity linked to compromised security institutions, weak opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general election, and widespread non-compliance with the Freedom of Information Act.
CISLAC further disclosed that no fewer than 86 incidents of attacks and harassment against journalists, activists and citizens were recorded in 2025, posing serious threats to democratic accountability.
The organisation called for stronger institutional independence for anti-corruption agencies, transparent judicial appointments, security sector reforms, full digitisation of public procurement, and public disclosure of recovered assets.
It also urged the National Assembly to pass the Whistleblower Protection Bill, amend the Electoral Act to mandate electronic transmission of election results, and ensure strict adherence to constitutional provisions on budgetary transparency.
CISLAC reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate with government institutions and stakeholders in advancing transparency, accountability and democratic governance across Nigeria.
Long before the first flood alert, crop failure or flight disruption makes the headlines, Nigeria’s climate signals are already speaking and on today in Abuja, those signals were formally decoded.
At the NAF Conference Centre, Kado, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) unveiled its 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP), a document government officials say has moved beyond scientific theory to become a tool for survival, planning and national resilience in a country increasingly shaped by extreme weather.
Presenting the forecast, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, said climate variability and change were no longer distant threats but “daily realities” influencing aviation safety, food security, infrastructure planning and economic stability across Nigeria. “This is science for action,” Keyamo said, describing the SCP as a strategic instrument that translates complex climate data into guidance decision-makers can actually use.
He noted that the Federal Government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, now treats weather and climate information as a strategic enabler of governance, rather than an optional advisory, stressing that early warnings from NiMet have already contributed to improved crop yields and reduced disaster risks in recent years.
According to the forecast, Nigeria is expected to experience largely normal annual rainfall in most parts of the country, though with notable regional variations that could affect farming calendars, flood risks and water availability. NiMet projects above-normal rainfall in states such as Borno, Sokoto, Kebbi, Kaduna, Enugu, Cross River, Abia, Ebonyi, Akwa Ibom, and the Federal Capital Territory, while below-normal rainfall is expected in parts of Katsina, Zamfara, Kwara, Oyo and Ogun States. Early onset of rainfall is anticipated in Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Benue, Kogi, Nasarawa, Oyo, and parts of Kebbi, Niger, Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, Adamawa and Taraba, while Borno State is likely to experience a delayed onset.
NiMet also warned of early rainfall cessation in parts of Ogun, Osun, Ondo, Imo, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Kogi and Niger, with a delayed end of season expected in Lagos, Ogun, Anambra, Enugu, Cross River, Benue, Nasarawa and Kaduna States.
Of particular concern is the prediction of severe dry spells, including episodes lasting up to 21 days in parts of Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Jigawa, Katsina, Kano, Kebbi, Plateau, Sokoto, Yobe and Zamfara during the June–July–August period. The August Break, also known as the Little Dry Season, is forecast to be severe and prolonged over Lagos, Ogun, Ekiti and parts of Oyo, lasting between 28 and 40 days. Both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to be warmer than the long-term average across most parts of the country in early 2026.
Keyamo explained that the 2026 forecast was developed using global climate drivers, including the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD), both of which currently indicate a predominantly neutral ENSO phase a condition with significant implications for rainfall patterns and sector-specific risks. “This scientific robustness is what makes the SCP a trusted national reference document,” he said.
Earlier, NiMet’s Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Charles Anosike, said the Agency was strengthening its forecasting capacity through the integration of artificial intelligence and digital advisory services to improve the reach and usability of climate information.
As climate risks intensify, Anosike said reliable weather data has become indispensable for protecting lives, livelihoods and investments, adding that NiMet is working with partners to downscale climate information for local farmers and communities.
He called on state governments and private sector actors to deepen collaboration with the Agency to ensure that climate data reaches those who need it most.
In his welcome address, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Yakubu Adam Kofarmata, described the SCP as more than a scientific document, urging stakeholders to actively apply the information in policymaking, investment planning and disaster preparedness. “The true value of the seasonal climate prediction lies in its application,” Kofarmata said.
As Nigeria braces for another climate-defined year, officials insist the message is clear: the warnings are available ignoring them is no longer an option.
Excel Optoelectronics Company Limited and its Chief Executive Officer, Amb. Emmanuel Shoon Patrick, have denied allegations of fraud and financial impropriety circulating in sections of the media, describing the reports as inaccurate, misleading, and harmful to their corporate and personal reputations.
In a Right of Reply addressing publications dated December 16, 2025, and February 5, 2026, the company refuted claims suggesting that the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) had referred it and its CEO to the Inspector-General of Police over alleged financial misconduct linked to airport LED installation projects.
The disputed reports alleged that funds meant for corporate accounts were diverted into personal accounts, leading to tax evasion, contract non-performance, and delays in airport LED upgrades nationwide.
They also alluded to possible investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and portrayed Amb. Patrick as an intermediary in questionable transactions involving a Chinese firm and Nigerian concessionaires.
Excel Optoelectronics, however, maintained that the allegations stem from a private commercial disagreement and do not amount to any criminal wrongdoing.
The company accused the media platforms involved of publishing serious allegations without seeking its response, describing the action as a breach of constitutional fair hearing provisions and the Nigerian Union of Journalists’ Code of Ethics.
The firm further alleged editorial imbalance, noting that while the identity of the complainant was concealed, its CEO was named and presented in criminal terms. It argued that the reports amounted to a “trial by media,” allegedly driven by vested commercial interests.
Giving its account of events, Excel said the dispute originated from a business engagement in December 2025 with Folio Media Group Ltd., owned by Daily Times publisher, Mr. Fidelis Anosike, who requested LED screens on credit for installation at the Port Harcourt International Airport.
According to the company, while it declined full credit terms in line with internal policy, it agreed to release one LED unit as a goodwill gesture after a ₦10 million deposit was paid against a ₦28.3 million invoice, inclusive of VAT. Excel stated that the terms, including a non-refundable deposit clause, were accepted by Folio Media.
The company said disagreements later emerged over the outstanding balance, leading to a breakdown in the business relationship. It alleged that following this, threats were made to use media platforms to exert pressure, escalating what it described as a purely commercial dispute.
Excel Optoelectronics stressed that no additional payments were received, no public funds were involved, and all tax obligations were duly observed. It added that the matter is currently before the courts and advised media organisations to exercise restraint while legal proceedings are ongoing.
Amb. Patrick also reaffirmed that Excel Optoelectronics is a Nigerian-owned firm with international technology partnerships, particularly with Chinese manufacturers, and has executed LED and digital infrastructure projects across the aviation, corporate, and public sectors.
The company called on the media outlets involved to publish its Right of Reply with equal prominence, amend or withdraw the disputed reports, and issue a public apology.
It warned that failure to do so would result in further legal and regulatory actions, including petitions to professional bodies and defamation suits.
Excel Optoelectronics said its goal remains the correction of public records, insisting it will resist attempts to use media platforms to settle private commercial disputes or damage its reputation.
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