By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned former Chairman of Skye Bank Plc, Tunde Ayeni, before a court in Abuja over an alleged ₦15.6 billion fraud. Ayeni was brought before the Federal Capital Territory High Court on multiple charges bordering on criminal breach of trust, misappropriation, and diversion of funds. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced plans to raise approximately ₦700 billion through a Treasury Bills auction as part of its domestic debt operations. The auction is scheduled to take place under the bank’s May 2026 issuance programme and will involve short-term government securities, including 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day Treasury […]
Accord Party Governorship candidate in the Ekiti 2026 governorship election, Mr. Opeyemi David Falegan, ODF, officially declared his governorship ambition at his traditional family compound in Odofin, Ado-Ekiti, on Friday the 1st of May, 2026. He was joined by members of his extended family, some beneficiaries of his philantropy and party members.
Former governor of Ekiti State and member of the PDP, Mr. Ayo Fayose, has never shied away from his staunch support for the incumbent governor of Ekiti State and candidate of the APC in the 2026 governorship election, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji. However, the former governor’s support may not be eternal, based on his speech […]
The child of the former Military Governor of the old Western Region and first civilian governor of Ekiti State, Otunba Niyi Adebayo, is certainly one of the pillars behind the administration of the incumbent Ekiti State governor and candidate of APC in the 20th June 2026 governorship election, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji. Adebayo adopted former […]
The inauguration of the National Forum of Former Legislators, NFFL, throughout the 16 local governments of Ekiti State continued on Saturday 2nd May 2026 in Emure and Ise-Orun local governments, led by the General Co-ordinator, Dr. Ifeoluwa Arowosoge.
By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested several suspects, including elderly individuals, during coordinated anti-drug operations carried out across multiple states in Nigeria. According to the agency, the raids led to the seizure of large quantities of illicit substances, including cannabis, tramadol, and other prohibited drugs. NDLEA officials disclosed that […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Government of Ghana has declined a proposed health partnership agreement with the United States, citing concerns over data privacy and national control of sensitive health information. The deal, which was expected to provide significant financial and technical support to Ghana’s health sector, reportedly included provisions related to access and use of […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Abuja for France, marking the commencement of a three-nation diplomatic trip aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s international partnerships. The President left from the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport and is expected to visit France, Kenya, and Rwanda during the tour. According to officials, the […]
Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has remained a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, with his movement across different political parties drawing public attention. Over the years, Obi has been affiliated with several parties, including the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party, and more […]
The speech of Chairman of IPAC, Ekiti State, Akinropo Philip, at the reception of PDP gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede, on the 31st of March, 2026 in Ikere-Ekiti.
By Erewunmi Peace A Nigerian Army witness has told a Federal High Court in Abuja how security operatives allegedly uncovered a plot linked to attempts to destabilise President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. During court proceedings, the witness testified that investigators recovered a mobile phone and a jotter from a suspect believed to be connected to […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has reacted to the recent deadly attack in Adamawa State that claimed the lives of about 29 people. The victims were reportedly residents who had gathered at a football viewing or community match when suspected armed attackers struck the area, leaving dozens dead and others injured. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a large consignment of cannabis sativa valued at about ₦18.9 billion, concealed inside used vehicles imported from Canada. The seizure was made at the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos during a joint operation involving Customs officials and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Special Adviser on Political Matters, Ibrahim Masari, to oversee the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Assembly primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The directive is aimed at ensuring coordination, transparency, and fairness in the party’s internal selection process […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Kano State Government has ordered a full investigation into the activities of the former Head of Service following allegations of unauthorized salary deductions totaling about ₦1.5 billion. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf announced the probe during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration in Kano, assuring civil servants of his administration’s commitment to transparency […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has warned fintech companies operating in Nigeria about the growing risks of fraud within the financial technology space. He gave the warning during an engagement with fintech stakeholders in Abuja, where he emphasized the need for stronger security systems to […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to addressing insecurity in Nigeria, revealing plans to work towards the establishment of state police. The proposal, which would require constitutional amendments, is part of broader efforts to decentralize policing and improve security across the country. Tinubu has urged the National Assembly to […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced June 20, 2026, as the date for by-elections to fill vacant legislative seats in six states across the country. The elections will cover various positions, including senatorial, House of Representatives, and state assembly seats left vacant due to resignations, deaths, or other circumstances. INEC […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Senate has threatened to issue an arrest warrant against the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), Bayo Ojulari, over his failure to appear before its Public Accounts Committee. The committee is currently investigating audit queries involving about ₦210 trillion reportedly reflected in the financial records […]
