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Tinubu’s Aide Fires Back at Peter Obi: “The Presidency Is Not About Wearing Sackcloth Daily”

By Erewunmi Peace Temitope Ajayi, a senior special assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has stirred fresh political debate with a sharp rebuke directed at former presidential candidate Peter Obi. In a recent social media post, Ajayi criticized Obi’s persistent public commentary on the state of the nation, suggesting that Obi misunderstands the responsibilities of […]

UK Government Bans Recruitment of Foreign Caregivers, Including Nigerians

By: Erewunmi Peace In a sweeping immigration policy overhaul, the United Kingdom has officially announced a ban on the overseas recruitment of care workers—a move that affects thousands of potential migrants, including a significant number from Nigeria. The new rule, announced by the UK Home Secretary, will take effect from July 22, 2025, and will […]

Nigerian Football Icon Peter Rufai Dies at 61

By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria is mourning the loss of one of its greatest football legends, Peter Rufai, who passed away in the early hours of Thursday at the age of 61. The revered former Super Eagles goalkeeper reportedly died in Lagos after a prolonged illness. Often referred to by his nickname “Dodo Mayana”, Rufai was […]

Lagos Declares Manufacturing, Selling of Single-Use Plastics a Crime

By: Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to tackle environmental pollution, the Lagos State Government has officially criminalized the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of single-use plastics (SUPs), with full enforcement beginning on July 1, 2025. This follows a six-month grace period after the initial ban was announced in January. The enforcement covers commonly used items […]

Microsoft to Lay Off 9,000 Employees in Major Restructuring Move

By Erewunmi Peace In a significant move that has sent ripples across the global tech industry, Microsoft has announced a new round of layoffs affecting approximately 9,000 employees, marking one of its largest workforce reductions in recent years. The job cuts—representing about 4% of Microsoft’s global workforce—come as part of a strategic effort to streamline […]

Former President Buhari Hospitalized in London, Reportedly Recovering

By Erewunmi Peace Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has been hospitalized in London following a sudden illness during what was initially described as a routine medical check-up. According to sources close to the family, Buhari, 82, was admitted to a London hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) after complications arose during his annual health assessment. While […]

Portuguese Football Star Diogo Jota Dies in Tragic Car Crash

By Erewunmi Peace The football world is in mourning following the sudden death of Portuguese international and Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car accident in Spain during the early hours of Wednesday, July 3rd. According to Spanish authorities, the 28-year-old and his younger brother, André Silva (26), were involved in […]

Oyo Targets 500 Megawatts Power Generation Before 2027 – Commissioner Assures

By Erewunmi Peace Oyo State is set to become a major player in Nigeria’s energy transition as it pushes toward generating 500 megawatts (MW) of electricity before Governor Seyi Makinde completes his second term in office. The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources disclosed this during a press briefing in Ibadan, where he outlined the […]

Nigeria Makes Maritime History as First Indigenous Container Vessel, M.V. Ocean Dragon, Berths in Lagos

By Erewunmi Peace In a landmark development for Nigeria’s maritime and logistics industry, the nation’s first indigenous container vessel, M.V. Ocean Dragon, has officially berthed at Tin Can Island Port in Lagos, marking a bold step toward trade independence and regional integration. The 349-TEU capacity vessel, operated by Clarion Shipping West Africa Ltd, arrived on […]

ADC Leadership Resigns En Masse to Make Way for 2027 Opposition Coalition

By Erewunmi Peace In a surprising political development, the entire leadership structure of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially stepped down to allow a new opposition coalition to use the party as its platform ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The announcement was made on Monday at a high-level gathering at the Shehu Musa […]

FG Enforces Cybercrimes Act: WhatsApp Group Admins, Social Media Users Face Tougher Scrutiny

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially commenced full enforcement of the amended Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, sending strong warnings to WhatsApp users, group administrators, and online content creators across the country. The announcement, made on Tuesday, emphasizes the legal consequences of spreading false information, inciting violence, or failing to moderate […]

IMF Advises Nigeria to Review 2025 Budget Amid Falling Oil Prices

By Erewunmi Peace The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Nigerian government to revise its 2025 national budget, citing declining global oil prices as a major threat to fiscal stability. According to the IMF’s latest Article IV consultation report, Nigeria’s budget projection of $75 per barrel for crude oil may no longer be realistic, […]

Tinubu’s Aide Blasts Peter Obi: “No Blueprint, No Legacy” in Anambra Leadership

By Erewunmi Peace In a heated exchange reigniting the rivalry between two political heavyweights, Otega Ogra, a media aide to President Bola Tinubu, has publicly criticized former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over what he described as a lack of enduring impact during Obi’s time in office. Responding to Obi’s […]

NiMet Warns: Human Lives, Buildings at Risk as Extreme Weather Looms

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a grave warning about the increasing risks posed by extreme weather conditions across the country, citing threats to human lives, buildings, infrastructure, and agriculture. At a special sensitization forum held in Abuja, NiMet’s Director-General, Professor Charles Anosike, emphasized the growing impact of climate change on […]

FG’s Threats, Blackmail, and Patronage Forcing PDP Members to Defect to APC – PDP Leaders Allege

By Erewunmi Peace Prominent leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have accused the Federal Government of deploying threats, blackmail, and political patronage to pressure their members into defecting to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The allegation was made during a high-level strategy meeting held in Abuja on Monday, which brought together influential figures […]

Wike Denies Land Allocation Allegations, Calls Claims “Sponsored Blackmail”

By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has firmly denied allegations circulating online that he allocated over 2,000 hectares of land in Abuja to his children, describing the claims as false, malicious, and politically motivated. The controversy began after a viral report alleged that the minister granted 2,082 hectares […]

Big Relief for Importers: Cost of Transporting Containers at Apapa Port Drops from ₦1.2 Million to ₦350,000

By Erewunmi Peace In a major breakthrough for Nigeria’s maritime and logistics industry, the cost of transporting 40-foot containers from the Apapa Port in Lagos has dropped dramatically from ₦1.2 million to ₦350,000, according to industry stakeholders. The announcement was made by Emeka Chukwumalu, Chairman of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA), Apapa […]