By Erewunmi Peace The father of the late Bilyaminu Bello has revealed that he personally appealed to the Federal Government and the Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy to grant clemency to his daughter-in-law, Maryam Sanda — the woman convicted of killing his son in 2017. Speaking after news of her release surfaced, Alhaji […]
By Erewunmi Peace In what many residents of Mowe-Ofada, Ogun State, have described as “the miracle of the century,” a 75-year-old clergyman, Pastor James Ajibola, and his 63-year-old wife, Mrs. Janet Ajibola, have welcomed a set of twin baby boys after four decades of marriage without children. The couple, who are founders of the Super […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a major political shake-up ahead of the 2027 general elections, Senator Kaila Dahuwa Samaila, representing Bauchi North Senatorial District, has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The development, confirmed on Monday, has sent ripples through Nigeria’s northern political landscape, as Senator […]
By Erewunmi Peace Germany, Australia, and Avocats Sans Frontières France (ASF France) have renewed calls for Nigeria to take urgent steps toward abolishing the death penalty and commuting existing death sentences. Speaking during a national dialogue organized by ASF France in Abuja to mark the World Day Against the Death Penalty, representatives from the German […]
By Otunba Tunde Falola Esq The recent nomination of Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sparked renewed debate about the future of elections in Nigeria. Coming at a time when public confidence in the electoral system is at its lowest ebb, his appointment offers both a glimmer […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured the support of the Qatar Foundation to address the long-standing Almajiri and out-of-school children crisis across the country. Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, recently met with Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned, Chairperson of the Qatar Foundation, in Doha, Qatar, where both parties […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned neurosurgeon and public policy advocate, Professor Wale Sulaiman (CON), has urged Nigerians to rise above tribal and religious sentiments in politics, stressing the need for a shift towards issue-based political engagement as a pathway to national development. Prof. Sulaiman made this call while addressing supporters and concerned citizens on the state […]
By Erewunmi Peace United States President Donald Trump has stirred conversation after admitting he is unsure about his chances of making heaven. Speaking with reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump reflected on his faith and life choices, saying: “I don’t think there’s anything going to get me in heaven. I really don’t. I […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned Nigerian evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, has passed away at the age of 80. According to multiple reports confirmed on his official social media page, Rev. Ukpai died on October 6, 2025. The family of the revered preacher also released a statement confirming […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned Nigerian activist and labour leader, Comrade Abiodun Aremu, has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Ota, Ogun State. Reports confirm that the tragic incident occurred on Sunday, October 12, 2025, near his residence. He was reportedly hit by a speeding vehicle while crossing the road and was rushed […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated 21 new shuttle buses to Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State. The donation, confirmed by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Olarewaju, marks the first phase of a 50-bus project promised by the First Lady to support the institution’s internal transport system. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has re-arraigned convicted kidnap kingpin, Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, popularly known as Evans, before the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja, over the alleged murder of two police officers. Evans was re-arraigned alongside his co-defendant, Joseph Emeka, before Justice Oyindamola Ogala, on fresh charges bordering on murder, attempted murder, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving single-digit inflation and ensuring monetary and market stability across the country. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, made this known over the weekend while addressing stakeholders in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. He said the apex bank remains focused on implementing policies aimed […]
By Erewunmi Peace There was tension in Oyo State on Sunday as some irate youths reportedly blocked the convoy of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Adeyemi, while he was leaving a community event in Igbo-Ora. According to eyewitnesses, the monarch had attended a cultural function in the town when a group of youths obstructed […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has sealed several sites and issued an immediate stop-work order on illegal land reclamation activities off Orchid Road, Lekki, the Ministry of the Environment & Water Resources said in a press release on Monday. The ministry said enforcement teams discovered aggressive shore-filling and the erection of structures that […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has confirmed that the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, is currently unwell and recuperating in Abuja. This clarification comes amid widespread rumours claiming that the minister had been flown abroad for medical treatment and was in critical condition. In a statement released on […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has warned the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) that it will enforce the “no work, no pay” policy if the union proceeds with its planned nationwide strike. This warning comes shortly after ASUU declared a two-week warning strike to press home its demands over funding, unpaid allowances, and […]
By Femi Fani-Kayode American Senator Ted Cruz is the joker of the century. He is the AIPAC-sponsored village idiot and asinine fool who says he wants to save Nigerian Christians from what he has described as “Christian genocide,” while three others—namely Congressman Riley Moore, Congressman Chris Smith, and American Secretary of State Senator Marco Rubio—are […]
“You no fit” is a colloquial construction that can be any of; a dare, doubt or don’t (warning), when deconstructed in proper English language as “don’t do it”, “you can’t do it” and “try if you can”. I will find accommodation for the igniting but evidence-free wild report of sacked President Goodluck Jonathan prepping a […]
By Erewunmi Peace A fresh political controversy has emerged following claims by Senator Victor Umeh that former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, owns over 200 shops in the recently demolished Lagos Trade Fair Complex. Senator Umeh made the statement while commenting on the ongoing demolition of structures at the popular […]
