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N’Assembly Tightens Grip on Public Finances Amid 2027 Election Funding Debate

By Erewunmi Peace The National Assembly of Nigeria is intensifying its oversight of public finances, particularly in light of funding proposals for the 2027 general elections. The move comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) requested ₦873.78 billion to conduct nationwide elections, a significant increase compared with the ₦313 billion allocated for the 2023 polls. Parliamentary […]

El-Rufai Deserves Prosecution, Says Reno Omokri

By Erewunmi Peace Former presidential aide and public commentator, Reno Omokri, has stated that former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai deserves prosecution over alleged controversial actions during his tenure in office. Omokri made the comments on social media, highlighting several incidents from El-Rufai’s eight-year tenure, including allegations of human rights violations, suppression of dissent, and […]

The Magic of Murtala Mohammed, By Dare Babarinsa

Then he became Head of State at 36. In the 200 days he was in power, he shook every aspect of Nigeria, tackling corruption, reforming the public service, establishing seven universities, creating a new federal capital and redirecting Nigerian foreign policy. At that period, the Sahel Region was experiencing one of the worst droughts in […]

Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Hospital Services in Kaduna

By Erewunmi Peace Healthcare services at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital have been significantly disrupted following an indefinite strike action by nurses. The industrial action, led by members of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), began after unresolved concerns over welfare packages, career progression, and promotion structures. Services Affected Patients and their families […]

Telecommunication, oil and gas in Ekiti

Ekiti State’s management of telecommunications, oil, and gas is overseen by Professor Mobolaji Aluko, the Honourable Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities.

Dangote Refinery Hits Full 650,000 Barrels-Per-Day Production Capacity

By Erewunmi Peace Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reached its full operational capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) following the optimisation of its Crude Distillation Unit (CDU) and Motor Spirit (MS) production block. The milestone marks a significant achievement for the $20 billion refinery, which is considered the largest single-train refinery in the world. Industry […]

NAPTIP Rescues 23 Nigerian Youths Trafficked to Thailand for Cyber-Enabled Crimes

By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued and repatriated 23 young Nigerians who were trafficked to Thailand and forced into cyber-enabled criminal activities. According to the agency, the victims were allegedly lured abroad with promises of lucrative job opportunities and scholarships. Upon arrival, however, they were […]

We’ll upgrade radar coverage at air force bases and airport – Keyamo

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to upgrade radar coverage at airports and Nigerian Air Force bases as part of efforts to strengthen aviation and airspace security nationwide. The initiative, revealed by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, aims to enhance threat detection, expand radar coverage beyond […]

NIMC Launches Ward-Level Enrollment to Reach 180 Million NIN Target

By Erewunmi Peace The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced the launch of ward-level National Identification Number (NIN) enrollment, aimed at making registration more accessible across Nigeria and helping the country move closer to its goal of 180 million registered NINs. Starting Monday, February 16, 2026, NIMC will take registration services directly to communities […]

ADC Lacks Strong Leaders With Sense, Says Datti Baba-Ahmed

By Erewunmi Peace Former presidential aspirant and politician Datti Baba-Ahmed has criticized the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that the party suffers from a lack of strong and capable leadership. In a recent interview, Baba-Ahmed said that the party’s leadership structure has failed to demonstrate the strategic vision and political acumen necessary to compete effectively […]

No FG Directive to Stop Crackdown on Satchet Alcohol – NAFDAC

By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has denied reports claiming that the Federal Government directed it to suspend enforcement of the ban on sachet and small-sized alcoholic beverages. In an official statement, the agency clarified that it has not received any formal communication from the Federal Government […]

Lagos Attorney-General Moves to Decongest Courts, Protect Tenants and Landlords

By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro (SAN), has announced a set of reforms aimed at decongesting the courts and safeguarding the rights of both tenants and landlords in Lagos State. Speaking on the initiative, Pedro highlighted the need to reduce prolonged court delays, particularly in tenancy and […]

Germany praises Tinubu for reviving $2.3bn Siemens Power Deal Abandoned by Buhari

By Erewunmi Peace Germany’s Deputy Head of Mission to Nigeria, Mr. Johannes Lehne, has stated that the $2.3 billion Siemens power deal signed during former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration remained largely dormant until President Bola Tinubu’s government revived it. Speaking at the Sub-Saharan Africa International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (SAIPEC) in Lagos, Lehne said the […]

Judge Withdraws from EFCC Cases Involving Former AGF Malami

By Erewunmi Peace A Federal High Court judge, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, has withdrawn from presiding over ongoing cases filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN). The cases include a civil suit seeking the forfeiture of 57 properties allegedly linked to Malami and a 16-count […]

Osun Residents Protest Poorly Constructed Road

By Erewunmi Peace Residents of Osun State have staged protests over a recently constructed road they describe as poorly executed and already deteriorating. The demonstration, which took place on Tuesday, highlighted the frustrations of citizens with infrastructure projects in the state. Protesters claimed that parts of the road began breaking down only weeks after completion. […]

Inside Nigeria’s Telecom Exploitation Crisis Draining Household Budgets

By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian households are feeling the pinch as rising telecom tariffs and complex billing practices drive up the cost of mobile phone and internet services. A recent feature highlights the growing frustration among consumers, who say that frequent tariff increases, rapid data depletion, and unclear billing are placing a heavy burden on already […]

Olubadan Hands Over Suspected Land Grabber to DSS

By Erewunmi Peace The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has handed over a suspected land grabber to the Oyo State Directorate of the Department of State Services (DSS), following complaints of illegal land acquisition in the city. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, is alleged to have been involved in a […]