By Erewunmi Peace The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has responded to a controversial statement by the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, who recently claimed that Ile-Ife is not the ancestral origin of the Yoruba people. Speaking through his spokesperson, the Ooni’s palace described Oluwo’s assertion as misleading and an […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has initiated legal proceedings against five retired senior police officers accused of falsifying their ages to extend their service years. The officers named in the case are AIG Idowu Owohunwa (Rtd), CP Benneth Igwe (Rtd), CP Ukachi Peter Opara (Rtd), DCP Obo Ukam Obo (Rtd), and ACP […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Oyo State Government has announced the temporary closure of major roads in Ibadan on Friday, September 27, to ensure smooth traffic management and adequate security during the coronation of the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. According to the coronation organising committee, the affected roads will be shut from […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria mourns the passing of renowned billionaire industrialist, Olorogun Oscar Ibru, who died at the age of 67. The family confirmed that he passed away following a brief illness. Oscar Ibru, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s business community, was widely respected for his contributions to industry and philanthropy. As a key player […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the deaths of officers following a deadly ambush by suspected bandits in Benue State. The attack, which occurred around Agu Centre in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, has left at least 11 personnel feared dead, with operational vehicles destroyed and weapons carted away. Police spokespersons initially reported […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has reportedly uncovered an alleged case of examination malpractice involving high-profile individuals, including Taraba State Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Sarah Enoch Adi, and a branch manager of Access Bank. According to multiple media reports, including SaharaReporters and NewsmakersNG, a man identified as Abraham Moses […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has given traders in the popular Computer Village, Ikeja, an 18-month deadline to relocate to the new Katangowa ICT Park in Agbado/Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area. The announcement was made by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Physical Planning, Mr. Gbolahan Oki, during a stakeholders’ engagement with traders and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Enugu State Police Command has dismissed reports claiming that gunmen attacked the country home of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Frank Mba in Ezimo, Udenu Local Government Area. Earlier reports had alleged that armed men stormed Mba’s residence and killed a police officer on duty. However, in a statement released […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has confirmed that 14 commercial banks have successfully met the new capital requirements set under the apex bank’s ongoing recapitalisation exercise. Cardoso made the disclosure on Monday while briefing journalists after the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Abuja. According to […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Delta State Police Command has arrested four suspected kidnappers and recovered dangerous weapons, vehicles, and a network jammer used in criminal operations. According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, the arrests were carried out between September 8 and September 12, 2025, following intelligence-led operations in Ogwashi-Uku and surrounding areas. Among the […]
By Erewunmi Peace NDLEA Chairman urges citizens to uphold values of character and unity at NMS Class of 1982 anniversary in Abuja. The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Buba Marwa (rtd), has said that what Nigeria needs most at this critical time are citizens who embody discipline, loyalty, and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Rivers Governor meets President in Abuja after lifting of emergency rule, pledges stability and cooperation. Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State on Monday visited President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, declaring that “proper peace” has returned to the oil-rich state. The visit marks Fubara’s first official engagement with the President […]
By Erewunmi Peace Lagos politics has been thrown into mourning following the deaths of four female elected officials within a span of just two months after their inauguration. Those who passed include Oluwakemi Rufai (Ibeju-Lekki), Zainab Adesewa Shotayo (Odiolowo-Ojuwoye), Princess Oluremi Nutayi Ajose (Vice Chairman, Badagry West LCDA), and Basirat Oluwakemi Mayabikan (Shomolu). All four […]
By Erewunmi Peace Leaders and residents of Idiroko community in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State have raised alarm over renewed attacks on Oro worshippers, warning that the situation could escalate into a full-blown religious crisis if not urgently addressed. The traditional leaders said the violence, which broke out during the Oro festival rites, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has begun an investigation into allegations of examination malpractice following the circulation of a viral video purportedly showing impersonation during one of its professional examinations. The Registrar/Chief Executive of ICAN, Mr. Lanre Olasunkanmi, confirmed the probe in a statement, stressing that the institute maintains […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Ogun State Governor and current Senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel, is actively mobilizing support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, an effort that is taking place against the backdrop of a significant political rift within the state’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Senator Daniel has publicly declared his support for […]
By Erewunmi Peace Reports have emerged claiming that Chief Oludolapo Ibukun Akinkugbe, a doyen of pharmacy and respected industrialist, has passed away at the age of 96. However, as at press time, no official statement has been released by his family or professional bodies to confirm the news. Chief Olu Akinkugbe, born on 5 December […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Committee for Relevant Art (CORA) will host award-winning Kenyan author Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor in Lagos on Friday, September 26, 2025, as part of its BOOKTrek literary series. The event, titled “A Conversation with Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor,” will take place at 3:00 p.m. at the CORA Library & Resource Centre, Freedom Park, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an ex-convict, John Samuel, for allegedly shooting and robbing a businessman of his gold necklace in broad daylight. The incident occurred on August 18 along Gbajobi Street, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, where the suspect attacked the victim, identified as Gbenga Obama. According to police reports, Samuel […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s recent denial of pursuing a third term in office has stirred controversy, as former federal lawmaker Dr. Usman Bugaje insists that attempts were indeed made to extend Obasanjo’s stay in power. Obasanjo, speaking at a democracy dialogue organized by the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Accra, Ghana, said no […]
