By Peace Erewunmi A Kebbi State High Court Judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has regained his freedom after spending one week in the custody of his abductors, bringing relief to his family, the judiciary and residents of the state. Justice Bunza was kidnapped from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area by armed assailants in […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Ogun State Government has ordered an immediate environmental clean-up in Ogijo, Sagamu Local Government Area, while introducing stricter regulatory measures for battery recycling companies operating in the community following concerns over lead pollution and public health risks. Commissioner for Environment Ola Oresanya said the government remains committed to protecting residents from […]
By Peace Erewunmi The newly appointed Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Segun Aina, has pledged to uphold the integrity of the examination body and intensify the fight against examination malpractice, promising to deploy every lawful measure to protect the credibility of Nigeria’s tertiary admissions system. Speaking during the official handover […]
By Peace Erewunmi Catholic priest Fr. Ugochukwu Ugwoke has defended Cardinal John Onaiyekan following criticism by presidential media aide Tope Ajayi, insisting that the cardinal acted within his moral and pastoral responsibilities by speaking on national issues. In a response titled “A Response to Tope Ajayi’s Article ‘Cardinal Onaiyekan’s Abuse of Clerical Privilege’”, Fr. Ugwoke […]
By Peace Erewunmi Presidential media aide Tope Ajayi has criticised Cardinal John Onaiyekan over his public comments about a recent meeting between President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), describing the cleric’s actions as an abuse of clerical privilege. Ajayi argued that the meeting was held in confidence […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has weighed in on the long-running political rivalry between former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing it as a feud that has lasted so long that an entire generation has grown up, graduated and started families during its course. In a post […]
The wave of Xenophobic attacks in South Africa has led to some African countries evacuating their citizens from the country. Professor Mobolaji Aluko, former Vice-Chancellor, enumerates the costs of the attacks for South Africa.
By Peace Erewunmi Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected recent criticism by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, describing it as another attempt to rewrite the history of their political relationship. Atiku insisted that he remained loyal to Obasanjo during difficult periods and played a significant role in his political rise before their relationship later deteriorated. […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Presidency has responded to recent remarks by Cardinal John Onaiyekan, stating that the former Archbishop of Abuja was expressing his personal opinion and should not be seen as speaking on behalf of all Christians in Nigeria. The response followed the cleric’s criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and comments on […]
By Peace Erewunmi Reactions have continued to trail reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released documents relating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s credentials while encouraging members of the public to report any evidence of forgery or discrepancies through the appropriate legal channels. The development has reignited public debate over the President’s academic […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Deputy Campaign Manager of the Obi/Datti Presidential Campaign, Comrade Isaac Balami, on Friday led a delegation of former Obidient leaders, professionals and support group coordinators to a meeting with Seyi Tinubu in Abuja, where they declared their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Salihu Mohammed Lukman, has said he wants the APC and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to be defeated in the 2027 general elections, but admitted he is becoming frustrated by the current state of the opposition. Speaking during a recent interview, Lukman […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Aminu Datti Ahmed, the Chief Executive Officer of Blackrock Apartments & Suites Limited, before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Jabi, Abuja, over an alleged ₦15 million fraud. According to the anti-graft agency, Ahmed is facing a one-count charge bordering on the alleged […]
By Peace Erewunmi Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fulfil his earlier promise of reopening investigations into unresolved assassinations, extrajudicial killings and other cases of injustice across Nigeria. He urged the Federal Government to make public the findings of any investigations already conducted and ensure that justice is […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has praised the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for its recent monetary reforms, stating that Nigeria’s economy is now growing faster than its population for the first time in years. He described the development as a sign that efforts to restore macroeconomic stability are beginning […]
By Peace Erewunmi Media mogul and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey has announced that she will close the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) in South Africa at the end of the 2027 academic year, bringing to a close nearly two decades of operating the prestigious institution. The academy, located in Henley-on-Klip, Gauteng Province, was established […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Osun State, Wole Jimi-Bada, has demanded the immediate release of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Hon. Teslim Igbalaye, describing his arrest by the police as unlawful and questioning the timing of the operation ahead of the August 15 governorship election. The Attorney-General argued […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), Mr. Tunji Bello, has revealed how the commission intervened to stop electricity consumers from bearing the cost of replacing obsolete prepaid meters. He insisted that Nigerians should not pay for infrastructure failures that were not […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspected drug dealers during a patrol operation in Akure, recovering substances suspected to be cannabis, tramadol capsules, codeine syrup and Tutolin syrup. The arrests were made as part of the command’s ongoing campaign against illicit drug trafficking and related crimes. The suspects were identified […]
By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged state governors to prioritise the construction of roads and other critical infrastructure over unnecessary flyovers and what he described as “white elephant projects.” He said investments should focus on projects that directly improve the lives of citizens and strengthen national security. The President made the remarks […]
