By: Erewunmi Peace The process to select the next Awujale of Ijebuland has officially begun, with the Fusengbuwa Ruling House — next in line according to Ijebu tradition — reaffirming its commitment to traditional rites, including the consultation of the Ifa oracle to determine the rightful successor. This comes just days after the passing of […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a move to bolster the administrative structure of Ondo State, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially sworn in 16 new commissioners, each assigned to strategic ministries within the state. The swearing-in ceremony, which took place in Akure on July 15, 2025, marks a significant step in the governor’s plan to strengthen governance […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the final forfeiture of Galaxy Hospital in Maiduguri, over N333 million, several petrol stations, and landed properties across four states to the Federal Government of Nigeria. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja delivered the ruling following a motion filed […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, has revealed that the anti-graft agency is currently investigating 18 sitting state governors for alleged corruption and financial misappropriation. Speaking during a sensitization event in Abuja on Friday, Olukoyede disclosed that the investigations are ongoing despite the governors currently […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to tackle food insecurity and modernize agriculture, the Federal Government of Nigeria has rolled out a series of large-scale food security projects across the South-West geopolitical zone. Tagged “From Farm to Future,” the initiative aims to boost crop production, improve irrigation, and empower farmers with sustainable technologies. According […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has reportedly withdrawn from active participation in the party, following his defeat in the last general elections. This revelation was made by former Minister of Women Affairs, Josephine Anenih, during a live interview on Channels Television. Anenih, […]
By Erewunmi Peace After a relentless seven-year pursuit, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a notorious drug kingpin, Okpara Paul Chigozie, in Lagos State. The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in Nigeria’s war against illicit drug trafficking. According to a statement released by NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, the 60-year-old fugitive […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to reshape its economic future, the Government of Ekiti State has formally requested a ₦175.75 billion grant from the Natural Resources Development Fund (NRDF) to fund transformative projects across agriculture, solid minerals, and tourism. The proposal was presented during a strategic meeting with the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and […]
By Erewunmi Peace A major disruption is looming in Nigeria’s fuel distribution network as Dangote Refinery, in partnership with licensed oil marketers, prepares to deploy 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks nationwide. The move, set to begin on August 15, 2025, has sparked widespread concern among independent petroleum tanker drivers, many of whom fear job […]
In the prevailing poor state of roads in Ekiti State, Kayode Oso Adeola, an APC member and ardent follower of one of the party’s governorship aspirants, Kayode Ojo (Engr) is asking: how many have been constructed among the 1000 km-road approved under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project and where are they?
By Erewunmi Peace Despite decades of advocacy for gender equality and inclusion, women’s participation in Nigerian politics remains disturbingly low. Stakeholders across the country have pointed to deeply entrenched party structures and rigid societal beliefs as the core reasons many women are still excluded from meaningful political leadership. Speaking at a recent policy forum on […]
By Erewunmi Peace The International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) has announced its intention to take legal action against the Ogun State Government and the family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, over what it describes as a violation of traditional burial rites. According to the council, the Islamic burial rites […]
By Erewunmi Peace In response to the recent wave of violent attacks in Plateau State, the state government has demanded the immediate withdrawal of military personnel from key flashpoints, particularly in the Riyom Local Government Area. The government insists that the Nigeria Police Force, specifically Mobile Police units (MOPOL), would be more effective in addressing […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a strategic move to restore transparency and fairness in Nigeria’s recruitment processes, the Federal Character Commission (FCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have announced a joint initiative to tackle job racketeering in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the country. During a high-level meeting held […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, the first son of former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), as the Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). The announcement was made on Thursday, July 18, as part of a broader restructuring of key federal agencies aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, has revealed that during his tenure at the Presidency, certain influential insiders—often referred to as the “cabal”—bypassed him to deliver memos directly to the president. Gambari made this revelation during an interview on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, aired on Channels […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has announced a temporary suspension of the ongoing recruitment into Nigeria’s paramilitary agencies due to technical issues encountered on its application portal. The suspension affects recruitment into the following agencies: Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Fire Service (FFS) Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has made a major breakthrough in the fight against drug smuggling with the interception of 16 containers, 11 of which were found to contain illicit pharmaceutical products with a duty-paid value of ₦20.5 billion at the Onne Port in Rivers State. The seizure was carried out by […]
By Erewunmi Peace A coalition of elder statesmen, legal experts, and civic leaders under the banner of “The Patriots” has declared that Nigeria’s presidential system of government poses a serious threat to the future of democratic governance in the country. The statement was made during a National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a landmark moment for grassroots communication, the Lagos State Government has launched Ishokan 106.7 FM, Nigeria’s first radio station fully owned and operated by a Local Government Authority (LGA). The new station, established by the Mushin Local Government Area, was officially unveiled at its headquarters on Oliyide Street in Mushin, with […]
