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Dangote Refinery, NNPCL Forge Strategic Alliance to Secure Nigeria’s Energy Future

By Erewunmi Peace Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) have announced a renewed strategic alliance aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s energy security and accelerating industrial development. The partnership was reinforced during a high-level visit by NNPCL executives to the Dangote Refinery complex in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. Both organisations pledged deeper collaboration across refining, […]

Soludo Shuts Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market Over Sit-at-Home Defiance

By Erewunmi Peace Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has ordered the temporary closure of the Nkwo Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market for one week after traders defied government directives to resume operations on Monday, February 23, 2026. The closure was enforced following reports that a significant number of traders continued to observe the sit-at-home […]

Wike Cancels 485 Abuja Land Titles After Failed Verification

By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cancelled 485 land titles in Abuja after they failed official verification checks conducted by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The move is part of ongoing efforts to curb fraudulent and irregular land allocations within the capital. According to the FCTA, […]

Criticism Trails Hike in Medical Charges at UBTH Amid Alleged Lab Privatization

By Erewunmi Peace Public criticism has followed a recent increase in medical service charges at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), with some patients and social media users alleging the privatization of laboratory services.The fee hike affects several departments, including the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), medical and private wards, and outpatient services. Reports indicate […]

TCN Commissions 300 MVA Power Transformer at Egbin Substation

By Erewunmi Peace The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commissioned a 300 MVA power transformer at the 330/132/33 kV Egbin Transmission Substation, boosting the substation’s capacity from 300 MVA to 450 MVA. The upgrade is aimed at strengthening electricity transmission and improving power supply reliability for Lagos and neighboring areas. TCN officials said the transformer was installed and […]

Investigation Alleges FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji, Top Officials Run Private Companies While in Office

By Erewunmi Peace An online investigative report has alleged that Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and some top officials are secretly operating multi-million-naira private companies while serving in public office. The report, published by a digital news platform, claims that these officials hold private business interests in sectors […]

UNIPORT Student Who Sold Popcorn in Lecture Hall Graduates With Impressive CGPA

By Erewunmi Peace A remarkable story of resilience and determination has emerged from the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), where a student who sold popcorn in lecture halls to fund her education has graduated with an impressive First Class honours degree. The graduate, Perpetual Iregbundah, shared her inspiring journey on social media, detailing the financial […]

Fire Breaks Out at Murtala Muhammed International Airport Old Terminal, All Trapped Persons Rescued

By Erewunmi Peace A fire incident occurred at the old international terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Monday, causing panic among airport workers and passengers. According to initial reports, about 10 personnel were temporarily trapped in the control tower area as firefighters battled to contain the blaze. Emergency responders, including officials of […]

How Former Commissioner Adds Value to Ekiti State

On February 2, 2026, former Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Olabode Adetoyi, celebrated his birthday and the launch of Value Ingredients Limited, his food processing factory in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State’s capital.

NAFDAC Seizes ₦3 Billion Worth of Banned and Fake Cosmetics in Lagos Warehouse

By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a hidden warehouse in Lagos State containing banned and counterfeit cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion. According to NAFDAC, the warehouse, located at the APT Trade Fair Complex, was concealed in an unfinished building, making it difficult to […]

NiMet Forecasts Dust Haze, Cloudiness Across Nigeria

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a fresh weather advisory forecasting dust haze and cloudy conditions across several parts of Nigeria. According to NiMet’s latest outlook, moderate dust haze is expected to affect parts of the northern and North-Central regions. Visibility levels may reduce in some areas due to suspended dust […]

CJN Kekere-Ekun to Inaugurate New Supreme Court Justice

By Erewunmi Peace The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, is set to inaugurate a newly appointed Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in Abuja. According to official reports, the swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Supreme Court complex and marks another step in strengthening the country’s apex court following recent judicial retirements. […]

Tinubu Commends Wike, Says FCT Achievements Boosted APC in Council Polls

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, stating that his developmental efforts in Abuja contributed significantly to the electoral success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent FCT area council elections. In a statement released following the conclusion of the polls, […]

Nigerian Pilot Raises Concerns Over Ogun $800m Agro-Cargo Airport Runway

By Erewunmi Peace A Nigerian pilot has publicly criticised the runway at the Gateway International Agro-Cargo Airport, claiming it has undulations that could affect landing safety. The airport, reportedly costing around $800 million, has been the centre of public attention since it received operational approval from the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). In posts circulating […]

Medical Costs Skyrocket as Healthcare Inflation Hits 30.35%

By Erewunmi Peace Healthcare costs in Nigeria have surged significantly, with healthcare inflation reaching 30.35%, according to recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report shows that while overall inflation has shown signs of easing, the cost of medical goods and services continues to rise sharply. This […]

Bola Ahmed Tinubu Hosts Traditional, Religious Leaders in Abuja

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hosted traditional and religious leaders from across Nigeria at the State House in Abuja, in a high-level meeting aimed at strengthening collaboration between government and community leadership structures. The meeting brought together prominent monarchs, emirs, obas, clerics, and other respected community figures to discuss national development priorities, […]

Curfew Imposed in Kaiama LGA Over Rising Security Concerns

By Erewunmi Peace Authorities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have imposed a night curfew following renewed security challenges in the area. The Chairman of the local government, Abubakar Danladi, announced the restriction as part of efforts to restore calm and protect residents after reported attacks in parts of the council area. According […]

INEC Declares PDP Winner of Gwagwalada Area Council Election

By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the Gwagwalada Area Council chairmanship election in the Federal Capital Territory. The Returning Officer announced that the PDP candidate, Mohammed Kasim, secured the highest number of valid votes cast in the election, defeating candidates […]