By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over $225,895 and ₦62.79 million to victims of international fraud, marking another step in its ongoing efforts to recover and restitute stolen funds. The handover ceremony, held on March 13, 2026, involved representatives from the United States and South Africa, who received the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced a strategic redeployment of its senior officers, including the appointment of Olusegun Ogungbemide as Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) in charge of Operations at the FRSC National Headquarters in Abuja. The redeployment, approved by Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammed, is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State may dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Findings revealed that talks about a likely defection are ongoing, though no official statement has been made by the governor. Political observers hint that this is […]
By Erewunmi Peace Recent discussions in Osun State politics have brought attention to the term “Edenisation,” a phrase used by some commentators to describe the perceived concentration of government projects and appointments in Ede, the hometown of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke. The debate gained traction after opinion articles and political commentators raised concerns that […]
By Erewunmi Peace A media aide to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has responded to comments by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi regarding the rising cost of petrol in Nigeria. Peter Obi had earlier criticized the federal government over the increasing fuel prices, stating that Nigeria remains vulnerable to fuel price fluctuations due to […]
By Erewunmi Peace At least 20 people have reportedly been killed following an ambush on a joint security patrol in Plateau State, according to local sources and community leaders. The attack was said to have occurred in the Wanka area of Kanam Local Government Area, where armed assailants allegedly targeted a patrol team made up […]
By Erewunmi Peace There are emerging reports of a disagreement within the Apapa Local Government administration in Lagos State following claims that the council chairman rejected a list of supervisory councillors allegedly forwarded by political leaders in the state. Sources familiar with the development say the list, which reportedly included nominees for supervisory positions and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a nationwide advisory warning Nigerians about extreme heat conditions currently affecting many parts of the country. According to the agency, rising temperatures across several states could lead to heat stress, dehydration, and other health-related risks, particularly for people who spend long hours outdoors.NiMet explained that […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ogun State Government has engaged Fulani community leaders and security agencies in a strategic meeting aimed at strengthening peace and improving security across the state. The meeting, held in Abeokuta, brought together top security officials, representatives of Fulani communities, and other key stakeholders to discuss ways of preventing criminal activities and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has declared that it does not recognise the admission of students into the Law programme at Lead City University, Ibadan, stating that the admissions were not processed through its official platform, the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).JAMB explained that all tertiary institution admissions in Nigeria […]
By Erewunmi Peace Several people are feared dead following a deadly attack by suspected armed herdsmen on a community in Benue State, sparking panic among residents and raising fresh security concerns in the region. According to reports from local sources, the attackers invaded the community late at night, opening fire on residents and forcing many […]
By Erewunmi Peace The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has approved the establishment of a Presidential Petroleum Reform and Value Optimisation Task Force to drive reforms in the country’s oil and gas sector. According to official reports, the task force was created to develop strategies that will improve efficiency, transparency, and investment in Nigeria’s […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a traditional ruler in Edo State over allegations involving the diversion of approximately ₦250 million belonging to a host community development fund. The monarch, Michael Sado, who serves as the traditional ruler of Okpella, was reportedly taken into custody following a petition submitted […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure has affirmed Wole Oluyede as the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 election in Ekiti State. In its ruling delivered on Thursday, the appellate court overturned an earlier judgment of the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, which had nullified the […]
Ekiti State APC governorship aspirant, Olajumoke Olawumi Abimbola, known for her fearlessness, discusses her relationship with Senator Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Information.
This is the second part of an exclusive interview with Debo Ranti Ajayi (DRA), a former Ekiti State commissioner and the Young Progressive Party (YPP) candidate who ran against incumbent APC Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the 2026 Ekiti governorship election. The interview took place on January 16, 2026.
Despite the pending court case regarding its 2025 primary election, Ekiti APC inaugurated its campaign council on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, for the June 20, 2026 governorship election. Incumbent Governor and party candidate, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, promised an issue-driven campaign.
By Erewunmi Peace Popular Nigerian comedian and content creator Broda Shaggi has reportedly been hospitalised after sustaining a gunshot injury during the filming of a comedy skit. The comedian, whose real name is Samuel Animashaun Perry, was said to have been shot while recording a skit with members of his crew under the Sango-Ota bridge […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nine senators in the Nigerian Senate have reportedly defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move that has positioned the party as the largest minority bloc in the upper legislative chamber. Among the prominent lawmakers leading the defection are Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, Enyinnaya Abaribe, and Ireti Kingibe.The development was formally announced […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a nationwide initiative aimed at providing reliable internet connectivity to schools across the country as part of efforts to strengthen digital learning and modernize the education system. The programme was announced through collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Education and the Federal Ministry of Communications, […]
