Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has lost at least five political appointees within days, in a development that has triggered fresh speculation about political realignment and an emerging battle for influence within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Financial market experts say Nigeria’s capital market must accelerate regulatory reforms, expand access to long-term financing for small and medium-sized enterprises and embrace digital innovation to attract more investment and support economic growth.