By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came under intense pressure from a powerful oil cabal following the removal of fuel subsidies, but remained resolute in his decision. Shettima made the disclosure during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has issued a bold warning to the president, reminding him that Nigerians have the constitutional power to vote him out in the 2027 general elections—if he fails to deliver on his promises. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s […]
By Erewunmi Peace A recent report by health experts in Nigeria has raised alarm over the growing connection between packaged foods and the rising prevalence of high blood pressure across the country. According to the Nigeria Health and Environmental Development (NHED) and the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), more than 70% of sodium […]
By Erewunmi Peace Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, has issued a stern warning to party members against maintaining dual allegiance to the PDP and the newly formed opposition coalition operating under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform. Speaking during the PDP stakeholders’ meeting in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has released the results of the 2025 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) for admission into the 80 Federal Unity Colleges and the Federal Government Academy (FGA), Suleja. The announcement was made on Tuesday, July 23, by the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, at a press briefing […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented additional witnesses in the ongoing trial of former Kwara State Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over an alleged ₦5.78 billion fraud involving the mismanagement of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) funds. At the resumed hearing on Monday, July 22, 2025, before Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar of […]
By Erewunmi Peace Civil servants and pensioners in Rivers State have expressed deep frustration over the ongoing audit and verification process ordered by the Emergency Administration led by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), citing delays in the payment of salaries, pensions, and gratuities. The verification exercise, which began weeks ago, was expected to fast-track payments […]
By Erewunmi Peace In an extraordinary achievement for African music, Nigerian superstar Wizkid has become the first African artiste to surpass 9 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. This groundbreaking feat further cements Wizkid’s position as a global music icon, showcasing the growing influence of Afrobeats and African sounds on the international stage. Known […]
By Erewunmi Peace The media aide to Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has officially debunked widespread rumours that his principal is planning to dump the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Addressing the media in Damaturu on Tuesday, July 23, the aide, Mamman Mohammed, described the defection claims as baseless, […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a significant political development, Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda has officially emerged as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made today, July 24, 2025, during the party’s 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. Yilwatda’s emergence follows the recent resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje, […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a controversial move, U.S. President Donald Trump has once again ordered the United States to withdraw from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), citing political bias, ideological concerns, and global threats to national interests. The decision, which was confirmed on July 22, marks the third time in history […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a major development, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially withdrawn fraud charges filed against Chief Oba Otudeko, Chairman of Honeywell Group, and Olabisi Onasanya, former Managing Director of First Bank Nigeria. The charges, which centered around the alleged mismanagement of a ₦12.3 billion loan facility, were struck out […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened trial proceedings against Bishop Katung Jonas and one Okewole Dayo over an alleged ₦178.8 million fraud involving over 44,000 Nigerians. According to testimonies presented before the Federal High Court in Jos, Plateau State, the bishop allegedly used church sermons and televised broadcasts to […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a significant political development, four senators elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The defections were announced during Wednesday’s Senate plenary session, where the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, read out their formal letters of defection. The Senators Who […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ekiti State Command, has arraigned a woman, Abigail Brains Timothy, for allegedly defrauding a cleric and 65 other individuals of over ₦159 million in a fraudulent visa and job placement scheme. According to a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Tolulope Afolabi, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Telecommunications companies in Nigeria have attributed the recent decline in network quality to a surge in vandalism, infrastructure theft, and persistent damage from road construction activities. According to the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the disruptions experienced by millions of Nigerians are not due to negligence or lack of […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso held a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Monday, July 21, sparking renewed political speculation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kwankwaso, who also served as Minister of Defence and is the national leader of the New Nigeria […]
By Erewunmi Peace A tragic incident occurred on Monday, July 22, as a National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) officer was shot and killed during an anti-drug operation in Ita’nla, Ondo town. The officer, identified simply as Jide, died after being shot in the neck by suspected drug traffickers. According to reports, the NDLEA operatives […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Senate has officially approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to secure over $21 billion in foreign loans as part of his 2025–2026 borrowing plan aimed at boosting national development. The Senate’s decision, made during plenary on Monday, July 22, follows months of deliberation and scrutiny of the proposed borrowing framework. […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Nigerian Ambassador to the Philippines, Dr. Yemi Farounbi, has issued a stern warning to Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, following his recent endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in 2027. Speaking in an interview, Farounbi cautioned that Adeleke could ultimately be the political loser if the endorsement was […]
