By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned three directors of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) in a Lagos State High Court, Ikeja, over allegations of fraud and other related offences involving about ₦2.04 billion. Directors Charged Directors Charged The accused, who were senior officials at the NRC, are: Allegations and […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Tinubu has assured the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, of his full support while charging him to restore peace and strengthen security across Nigeria. The President gave the charge during the decoration ceremony of the new Acting IGP at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.Speaking at the event, President Tinubu […]
By Erewunmi Peace Politics in Rivers State appears to be entering a new phase as Governor Siminalayi Fubara has expressed readiness to work with members of the State House of Assembly. Following the recent bye-elections, Governor Fubara congratulated the newly elected lawmakers and stated that he looks forward to collaborating with them for the development […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged the Senate of Nigeria to support the establishment of state police as part of broader efforts to tackle insecurity across the country. The President made the call during a meeting with senators at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, stressing the urgent need to reform Nigeria’s security […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has announced the recall of specific batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate infant and follow-on milk formulas over concerns of possible contamination. According to the agency, the recall follows a notification from the manufacturer, Danone Nutricia, regarding the potential presence […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Edo State Government has dismissed allegations linking the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the recent attack on the Benin City residence of former national chairman of the party, John Odigie-Oyegun. The attack, which also reportedly affected the secretariat of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has sparked political tension in Edo […]
By Erewunmi Peace Suspected members of the Lakurawa terrorist group have attacked a mosque in Kebbi State, killing at least four worshippers and injuring several others in a fresh wave of violence. The attack reportedly occurred in Dadinkowa community, located in Maiyama Local Government Area, while residents were observing evening prayers. Eyewitness accounts indicate that […]
By Erewunmi Peace A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has barred the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) from arresting or impounding privately owned vehicles that are not used for commercial purposes. The court held that AMAC and its agents lack the legal authority to seize private vehicles operating strictly for personal use […]
By Erewunmi Peace A former governorship aspirant in Ogun State, Iyabo Obasanjo, has cautioned Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, against what she described as political opportunism ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, made the remarks amid growing political realignments in Ogun State as preparations for the […]
Media Practitioner, Mr. Abiodun Borisade served as a Special Assistant in the two terms of former Ekiti State Governor, Dr. John Kayode Fayemi. He continued as a Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji who succeeded Dr. Kayode Fayemi. Borisade voluntarily withdrew from the Oyebanji government in October 2024. He gives […]
Nigerian diaspora medical consultant Dr. Bunmi Olorunfemi reiterates the call for state police amid rising security threats in Nigeria.
By Erewunmi Peace United States President Donald Trump announced a $10 billion U.S. pledge to the newly established “Board of Peace”, an international initiative aimed at post-conflict recovery and reconstruction, with an initial focus on Gaza. The announcement was made at the Board of Peace’s inaugural meeting in Washington, D.C., attended by representatives from multiple […]
By Erewunmi Peace A tragic road accident has claimed the lives of six final-year students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH). The students, all enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing Science (Open and Distance Learning) programme, were traveling to Ogbomoso, Oyo State, for their final examinations when the fatal crash occurred. According to reports, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) appears poised to return its current leadership team as the party prepares for its 2026 National Convention, with strong indications that Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda and Dr. Ajibola Basiru will continue as National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively. According to party sources and stakeholders within the ruling party, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The United States has proposed a deeper strategic partnership with Nigeria aimed at addressing the country’s security challenges, countering extremist violence, and promoting stability and development across the region. The proposal, outlined in a report submitted by key U.S. congressional committees to the White House, recommends enhanced cooperation between Washington and Abuja […]
Full Name & Age: Olatunji “Tunji” Disu was born on April 13, 1966, in Lagos Island, Lagos State. Current Position: He is the 23rd Inspector-General of Police (IGP), succeeding Kayode Egbetokun. Education: Disu holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Education from Lagos State University (LASU) and Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Criminology, Security, and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has confirmed that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has stepped down from his position, marking a major change in Nigeria’s security leadership. The resignation was officially accepted on 24 February 2026 after a private meeting with President Bola Tinubu. While some media reports hinted at pressure due to ongoing […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to ensure the safety and constitutional rights of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, amid reports surrounding his detention. In a public statement released on Monday, Atiku expressed concern over what he described as a lack of transparency regarding El-Rufai’s […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly removed Kayode Egbetokun from his position as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and is preparing to install Tunji Disu as his successor, according to multiple credible Nigerian media sources. A presidency source confirmed that Egbetokun was asked to tender his resignation, and plans are underway for a […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has officially approved a 13% increase in fares for all Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services and standard bus routes across the state. According to the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), the fare adjustment is in response to rising operational costs and inflation, aimed at supporting bus operators […]
