Interviews

Faster Implementation of SAPZ will lead to Faster Transformation of Nigerian Economy

Ihesiulo Grace 6 May 2025 0

Interview with Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka Senior Special Advisor to the President on Industrialization, African Development Bank (AfDB). In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, a globally renowned development economist and the Senior Special

Interviews Tech

Ark Hudson Talks Tech, Innovation & Impact

Ihesiulo Grace 25 April 2025 0

In a world where innovation often chases headlines rather than humanity, few voices cut through the noise like Hudson’s. A technologist, thought leader, and visionary entrepreneur, he represents a new generation of changemakers who view technology not just as a tool, but as a force for inclusive progress. From designing systems that empower micro-enterprises to […]

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US tariffs could lead to retaliatory measures from Nigeria – Okonji-Madu

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 7 April 2025 0

Dr (Barr.) Vivian Okonji-Madu is an Associate Professor of Law at the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Abuja. However, she is currently on a sabbatical leave at the National Human Rights Commission also in Abuja. She spoke exclusively to Ag. Editor, Patrick Wemambu, on President Donald Trump’s new reactionary tariffs and their implications for […]

Interviews Politics

2027: APC will take over Delta State, I have no interest in Governorship – Ned Nwoko

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 February 2025 0

…says Delta has more money that Lagos, Rivers but nothing to show for it …we won’t welcome Gov Oborevwori in the party The Senator, representing Delta North Senatorial District of Delta State, Ned Nwoko recently, had a chat with journalists at the All Progressives Congress, APC National Secretariat, Abuja. Nwoko, elected on the platform of […]

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Despite NDDC, we need South South Development Commission – Senator Dafinone

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 6 October 2024 0

The need for a South South Development Commission (SSDC) has been reechoed by the Senator representing Delta Central senatorial district, Ede Dafinone. Speaking with Sunday Times in an interview after the Senate plenary that considered the bill on Thursday, Dafinone strongly supports the argument put forward by Senators Asuquo Ekpenyong, the mover of the motion […]

Entertainment Interviews

Economic hardship making it harder now to make people laugh – Owen Gee

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 1 June 2024 0

Owen Osamwengie, popularly known as Owen Gee is a multi-talented Nigerian entertainer that has honed his trade in the showbiz industry for more than 25 years. He speaks more in this exclusive interview with ORJI ONYEKWERE. Do you have a project you are working on currently? I have a few projects I am working on. […]

Entertainment Interviews

Chubby women suffer discrimination on the runway – Sarah Day

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 16 March 2024 0

Sarah Day is a multi-talented lady, doing her best to carve a niche for herself in the entertainment industry. She is a model, actress, OAP and social media influencer among other things. She spoke on her career in this exclusive interview with ORJI ONYEKWERE. You said that plus size ladies gain more attraction and attention […]

Business Interviews

We need improved process of export at Nigerian ports – Apampa

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 February 2024 0

Soji Apampa is the Founder and Executive Director, Convention on Business Integrity in Nigeria. In this interview with BEN AZUKA, Apampa, who is also the Founder of CBI Innovations Ltd, spoke about the challenges Nigerian exporters face. According to him, there is a need for the government to improve the process to encourage massive export […]

Entertainment Interviews

I left Ajegunle because my life was in danger -Daddy Fresh

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

Innocent Michael Onyebuchi aka Daddy Fresh was a member of the defunct music group, ‘De Pretty Busy Boys’ that held sway in the 90’s, comprising renowned artistes like: Daddy Fresh, Daddy Showkey, Cashman Davies and Sexy Pretty. Daddy Fresh spoke to ORJI ONYEKWERE about his career and the Nigerian music industry. Are you still in […]

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Why Nigeria’s economic outlook in 2024 is uncertain- Chukwu, GMD, Cowry Asset Mgt

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 17 January 2024 0

Mr. Johnson Chukwu, Group Managing Director, Cowry Asset Management Limited, in this interview with Sam Nzeh, Editor, The Business Times, gives insight on the 2024 Economic outlook of Nigeria, why multinational companies are exiting Nigeria, and what to do to rescue the Naira. Excerpts: From where you sit and from the findings of your company, […]

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What I told House of Reps about Mohbad- Pretty Okafor, PMAN

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 11 November 2023 0

Call him a miracle worker; you will not be far from the truth. Pretty Okafor, of the famous ‘Junior and Pretty’ music duo, after taking over as the authentic President of PMAN, has transformed the once crisis-ridden union to a dignified one with an imposing edifice tucked inside Chevy View Estate, located at the high […]

Business Interviews

How youths can run successful business in Nigeria-Abisuga

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 10 September 2023 0

The Chief Executive Officer ( CEO) of Gavaar Solutions Limited (gavaar.com),Michael Abisuga, in this exclusive interview with TEMITOPE ADEBAYO, explains how entrepreneurs can run a successful business in Nigeria, source for start-up capital, among others. Excerpts…. Can we meet you, sir? I am Michael Abisuga, an entrepreneur using the synergy of Tech and Business

Interviews News

There is still hope in Nigeria, but damning predictions might come to pass, if… -Oyelese

Ihesiulo Grace 21 August 2023 0

…Says Awolowo would have shut Nigeria’s oil production, if he became president Elder Wole Oyelese is a former Minister of Power and Steel under the late Sani Abacha junta in Nigeria. The former Egbeda Local Government chairman of Oyo State spoke on Sunday on a radio station on the state nation. STEPHEN GBADAMOSI, who monitored […]

Aviation Interviews

Why govt should cut aviation taxes-Capt Iyal

Ihesiulo Grace 6 August 2023 0

A Senior Special Assistant to the President on aviation matters and the current Managing Director, Afri-Air International Limited, Capt Shehu Iyal, in this interview with CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO, called for a review of taxes, introduction of tax holidays and funding of airlines in the country for better performance of the system. Enjoy the excerpts… How would […]

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It’s too late to back out of Nigerian Air – Anosike, investor

Ihesiulo Grace 19 June 2023 0

Fidelis Anosike, a shareholder in Nigeria Air and founder of Folio Media Group, publishers of Daily Times Nigeria in this exclusive interview with BusinessDay’s John Osadolor (Managing Editor), Onyinye Nwachukwu (Abuja Bureau Chief) and Gbemi Faminu (Abuja Aviation Correspondent) speaks about the controversial Nigeria Air, giving insights into the owners, plans and what to

Aviation Interviews

How we surmounted FX challenges, up our profit by 315% in 2022- NAHCO Chairman

Ihesiulo Grace 12 June 2023 0

Dr Seinde Fadeni, Chairman, Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) PLC in this interview with CHUKWUEMEKE IWELUNMO, at the company’s 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Lagos recently, spoke about the financial results of NAHCO, the challenges of the past year and the future outlooks. Excerpts: What are the highlights of the results, which you […]

Interviews Politics

Why we reject Tinubu as President – Comrade Elliot Afiyo

Ihesiulo Grace 6 June 2023 0

Comrade Elliot Afiyo, National President of the Northern Youth Leaders Forum (NYLF) in this explosive interview with our correspondent, TOM GARBA, shared his thoughts on the 2023 general elections and states why Arewa Youth’s refuses to recognize Tinubu as President. He shed light on various factors that impacted the election results and discussed the challenges […]

Interviews Politics

Large turnover of legislators in NASS, huge national loss – Senator Uhroghide

Ihesiulo Grace 23 April 2023 0

…says Tinubu’s emergence true reflection of wish Of Nigerians, rules out ING Senator Matthew Uhroghide, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain represents Edo South senatorial district in the Senate. The ranking senator, who heads the Senate Public Account Committee will not be returning to the Red Chambers. In this interview with TITUS AKHIGBE, he dwell […]

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Tinubu’s Victory A Hard Fought Win- Mayaki

Ihesiulo Grace 10 April 2023 0

Prince John Mayaki, a notable chieftain of the All Progressives Congress was a former Chief Press Secretary to Governor Godwin Obaseki in Edo State. In this interview with TITUS AKHIGBE , Mayaki,who headed the Publicity Committee of Tinubu Campaign Council in the state spoke on how the President- elect won the 2023 presidential election against […]

Entertainment Interviews

Why I launched a reading competition for children

Ihesiulo Grace 1 April 2023 0

–Filmmaker, Ikenna Amobi Chidi Ikenna Amobi, a filmmaker from Ogidi, Anambra State, has been at the vanguard of preserving the Igbo culture via artistic endeavours. He talks about the ‘Read and Earn Literary Competition’ initiative, which he has been taking round schools in South East Nigeria. Tell us about ‘Read and Earn’? Well, ‘Read and […]