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2026 Leadership Icon Award: AINPN South-West to Honour Afe Babalola, Tunji-Ojo, Bakare, Others

By Peace Erewunmi The South-West Chapter of the Association of Independent Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria (AINPN) has announced the recipients of its 2026 South-West Leadership Icon Award, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to governance, education, security, business, and community development. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, […]

Fresh Attacks in Plateau, Benue Claim 27 Lives as Security Concerns Deepen

By Peace Erewunmi At least 27 people have been killed in fresh attacks across Plateau and Benue states, further heightening concerns over the persistent security challenges facing communities in Nigeria’s North-Central region. In Plateau State, armed attackers reportedly invaded Wereng-Camp and Kum communities in Riyom Local Government Area late Saturday, killing nine members of the […]

Nigeria’s Crude Oil Output Hits 74-Month High, Surpasses OPEC Quota

By Peace Erewunmi Nigeria’s crude oil production reached its highest level in 74 months in June 2026, marking a significant milestone for the country’s oil industry as production exceeded the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) quota for the second consecutive month. The development is expected to strengthen government revenue, improve foreign exchange earnings, […]

Kano Tops 208 Sub-National Governments in West Africa for Education Spending

By Peace Erewunmi Kano State has been ranked as the highest-performing sub-national government in West Africa for education spending, according to the 2026 Sub-National Education Spending Index released by the University of Paris. The assessment covered 209 first-level sub-national governments across the 15 member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). According […]

ADC Faction Names Chris Uba, Shamsudeen Barikindo as 2027 Presidential Ticket

By Peace Erewunmi A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled Prof. Chris Uba as its presidential candidate and Shamsudeen Barikindo as his running mate for the 2027 general election. The announcement was made by the faction led by Nafiu Bala Gombe, which maintains that it conducted valid primary elections in line with […]

Notorious Bandit Kingpin Sani Yellow Reportedly Killed in Zamfara

By Peace Erewunmi A notorious bandit commander identified as Sani Yellow has reportedly been killed in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State, marking a significant development in the ongoing fight against armed banditry in Nigeria’s North-West. Reports of his death emerged over the weekend, although conflicting accounts have surfaced regarding the circumstances surrounding the […]

FG Approves ₦50,000 Uniform WAEC, NECO Examination Fee From 2027

By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has approved a new uniform examination fee of ₦50,000 for candidates sitting the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO), effective from the 2027 examination cycle. The new fee represents an increase of about 82% from the […]

Presidency Says Tinubu’s Retention of Shettima Reflects Trust, Loyalty and Continuity

By Peace Erewunmi The Presidency has stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election reflects his confidence in his deputy and demonstrates a commitment to continuity in governance. The position was expressed by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on […]

Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom After Nearly Two Months in Captivity

By Peace Erewunmi The pupils, teachers, and school workers abducted by suspected bandits from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom after spending more than 50 days in captivity. Their release brings relief to families, school authorities, and residents who had anxiously awaited their safe return. The victims were […]

Senate Declines Motion to Investigate PFIPC’s ₦1.3 Billion Budget Allocation

By Peace Erewunmi The Senate has declined a motion seeking a legislative investigation into the controversial ₦1.3 billion budget allocation to the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), opting instead to await the outcome of the investigation already ordered by President Bola Tinubu through the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). […]

Why Cement Costs More in Nigeria Than in Egypt and Kenya

By Peace Erewunmi The high cost of cement in Nigeria has continued to generate public concern, with a recent comparison showing that a 50kg bag of cement sells for about ₦15,000 in Nigeria, compared to approximately ₦4,500 in Egypt and ₦6,500 in Kenya. Industry experts say the difference is driven by a combination of economic, […]

Spain Seeks Stronger Nigeria-Europe Cooperation as Human Trafficking Networks Shift Routes

By Peace Erewunmi The Government of Spain has called for closer cooperation with Nigeria and other European partners to combat evolving human trafficking networks, warning that criminal syndicates are changing their routes and methods in response to increased border enforcement and law enforcement operations across Europe. The appeal was made by Spanish officials during a […]

Court Nullifies ₦60 Billion Fine Imposed on Facebook, Says ARCON Exceeded Its Powers

By Peace Erewunmi A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has nullified the ₦60 billion sanction imposed on Facebook Nigeria Operations Limited by the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), ruling that the regulator acted outside the powers granted to it under the law. Delivering judgment, Justice Yellim Bogoro held that ARCON’s Notice of Violation […]

Tinubu Pledges to Replicate FCT Infrastructure Development Across Nigeria

By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged that the infrastructure transformation currently taking place in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will be replicated across the country as part of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. He said every region of Nigeria deserves quality infrastructure that supports economic growth and improves the lives of citizens. […]

Sanwo-Olu Launches “Snacks for Thought” School Feeding Programme in Lagos

By Peace Erewunmi Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially launched the pilot phase of the Adopt-A-School PBAT Feeds Programme, tagged “Snacks for Thought,” as part of efforts to improve child nutrition, increase school attendance, and enhance learning outcomes among pupils in public primary schools across the state. The initiative forms part of the Federal […]

U.S. Consulate, FBI, EFCC Strengthen Partnership to Combat Sextortion and Transnational Financial Crimes

By Peace Erewunmi The United States Consulate General in Lagos and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration with Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to combat sextortion, cybercrime, and other transnational financial crimes through enhanced intelligence and information sharing. The commitment was made during a high-level visit […]

Former Ogun LG Chairman Wale Adedayo Docked Over Allocation Diversion Allegations Against Abiodun

By Peace Erewunmi Former Chairman of Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State, Wale Adedayo, has recalled how he was arraigned and spent three days in prison after accusing Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration of diverting statutory allocations meant for the state’s 20 local government councils. Speaking during a recent interview, Adedayo said his legal […]

“They Surrounded My House at Midnight” — Father of Alleged Fake DG Speaks on Security Raid

By Peace Erewunmi The father of Prince Mathew Adebayo Adeniyi, the man alleged to have presented himself as the Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), has claimed that heavily armed security operatives stormed his residence in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, in a midnight operation while searching for his son. The incident comes […]

Students Abducted as Gunmen Attack Federal University in Nasarawa, Police Rescue One

By Peace Erewunmi Suspected kidnappers have abducted three students of the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia) in Nasarawa State after attacking an off-campus student residence. The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed the incident and said one of the victims was rescued during an ongoing search-and-rescue operation. According to the police, the attack occurred on the […]

2027: Peter Obi Raises Alarm Over Personal Attacks, Says Campaign Should Focus on Issues

By Peace Erewunmi Former Labour Party presidential candidate and a leading opposition figure ahead of the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as increasing personal attacks against him, urging political actors to focus on national issues rather than character assassination. He said public discourse should centre on policies and […]