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Gov Eno Commends Tinubu on Local Government Autonomy, Urges Councils to Boost Rural Development

By Peace Erewunmi Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s commitment to strengthening local government autonomy, describing the initiative as a significant step toward deepening grassroots governance and accelerating development across the country. Governor Eno made the remarks while addressing local government officials, stressing that greater autonomy […]

50-Year-Old Nigerian Woman Welcomes Quadruplets After Conflicting Ultrasound Scan Results

By Peace Erewunmi A 50-year-old Nigerian woman, Olushola Olonode, has shared her remarkable journey to motherhood after giving birth to quadruplets despite receiving conflicting ultrasound scan reports throughout her pregnancy. According to Olonode, different ultrasound examinations produced varying results at different stages of her pregnancy. While some scans indicated she was carrying twins, others suggested […]

How Adeniyi Adeyemi, DG of Alleged Fake PFIPC, Was Arrested in Osun

By Peace Erewunmi Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), in Osun State following a court-issued warrant for his arrest. Adeyemi was apprehended by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) during an intelligence-led operation at his […]

Court Denies Bail to Online Publisher Over Alleged Defamatory Posts Against Gov. Soludo, Family

By Peace Erewunmi An Awka Chief Magistrate’s Court in Anambra State has denied bail to online publisher Ejike Ofoegbu, publisher of Igbo Times Magazine and INews, over alleged defamatory publications targeting Governor Chukwuma Soludo and members of his family. Ofoegbu was arraigned on allegations of publishing fabricated and defamatory content about the governor and his […]

Fresh Wave of Insecurity Hits Edo as Gunmen Kill Student, Demand ₦30m Ransom

By Peace Erewunmi A fresh wave of insecurity has unsettled communities in Edo State following the killing of a 300-level student of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, and the abduction of several residents in separate attacks by suspected kidnappers. According to reports, the student, whose identity had not been officially confirmed at the time of […]

Tinubu Government Appoints Suleiman, Teriba, Others to Ministerial Economic Advisory Committee

By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has inaugurated a Ministerial Economic Advisory Committee comprising leading economists, public finance experts and private sector leaders to strengthen economic policymaking and support the implementation of ongoing fiscal reforms. The committee was inaugurated in Abuja by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, who […]

Dogara Denies Plans to Leave APC Over Muslim-Muslim Presidential Ticket

By Peace Erewunmi Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has dismissed reports claiming that he plans to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the party’s Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Dr. Dominic Alancha, Dogara described the reports as false, baseless […]

NSA Ribadu Meets US Delegation to Deepen Security Cooperation

By Peace Erewunmi National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has held talks with a high-level delegation from the United States as both countries seek to strengthen bilateral cooperation in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. The delegation was led by the newly confirmed United States Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia, who is on […]

Senate Reveals Identities of Policeman, Soldiers Killed in Oyo Rescue Operation

By Peace Erewunmi The Nigerian Senate has disclosed the identities of security personnel who lost their lives during the operation that secured the release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after 56 days in captivity. The fallen officers were identified as Lieutenant F. A. Isaac of the Nigerian […]

FG to Establish Buhari Foundation One Year After Former President’s Death

By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has announced plans to establish the Muhammadu Buhari Foundation to preserve the legacy of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, one year after his passing. The initiative is expected to serve as a platform for promoting the values, leadership principles, and public service ideals associated with the late president. The […]

EFCC Arraigns Ski Hi-Entertainment CEO Over Alleged ₦16.8 Million Fraud

By Peace Erewunmi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Chief Executive Officer of Ski Hi-Entertainment, Ifeanyichukwu Ogbu, before the Enugu State High Court over an alleged ₦16.847 million fraud involving the issuance of dishonoured cheques. The case was heard before Justice Vincent C. Ezeugwu at the Enugu State High Court sitting […]

2.3 Million Osun Voters to Decide Next Governor on August 15 as INEC Releases Final Register

By Peace Erewunmi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final register of voters for the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election, confirming that 2,339,233 registered voters will be eligible to participate in the poll. The updated register reflects new registrations, transfers, and other revisions carried out during the Continuous Voter Registration […]

Oyebanji Extends Tenure of Governing Councils Across Ekiti Tertiary Institutions

By Peace Erewunmi Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the extension of the tenure of the governing councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions, citing their outstanding performance and the need to sustain ongoing reforms in the state’s higher education sector. The decision is aimed at ensuring continuity, institutional stability, and uninterrupted progress across the […]

Osun APC Alleges Adeleke Withheld Critical Information From British Delegation

By Peace Erewunmi The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of withholding critical information from a visiting British Government delegation during discussions on political violence ahead of the state’s forthcoming governorship election. The opposition party described the governor’s presentation as selective and misleading. The allegation followed Governor […]

Cement Price Controversy: Why Nigerians Pay More Despite Local Production

By Peace Erewunmi A fresh debate has emerged over the high cost of cement in Nigeria, with analysts and consumer advocates questioning why prices continue to rise despite the country’s production capacity exceeding domestic demand. The issue has renewed calls for stronger market regulation and increased competition in the cement industry. Nigeria is one of […]

Tinubu’s Chief of Staff in Fresh N54bn Scandal — Report

Fresh allegations have emerged linking the Office of the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, to a purported ₦54 billion scandal, adding to the ongoing controversy surrounding the alleged activities of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The claims come as investigations into the disputed agency continue. According to the report, the […]

Ekiti 2026: There was no contest – 2026

Otunba Bayo Aina, Chief Executive Officer, Danke Foods, is the National Secretary of the Yoruba Leaders of Thought.  He’s held different cabinet offices in past governments of Ekiti State. He offers his views on the Ekiti State governorship election of 20th June, 2026.

Appeal Court Upholds Order Restricting INEC from Recognising Mark-Led ADC Congresses

By Peace Erewunmi The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld a Federal High Court judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising state congresses conducted by committees appointed by the Senator David Mark-led caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a split 2–1 decision delivered on Monday, the appellate court […]