By Erewunmi Peace In a significant announcement on February 3, 2026, Governor Seyi Makinde unveiled the newly named Oyo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat, which will now honor former state chairman Alhaji Omokunmi Mustapha. During the unveiling ceremony held in Ibadan, Governor Makinde expressed pride in the party’s resurgence, stating, “This is PDP State […]
On February 2, 2026, cancer survivor and pharmacist, Dr. Monisola Adeyemo, donated medical consumables to ABUAD Multi-System Hospital (AMSH) in gratitude to her benefactor.
Professor Mobolaji Aluko, sitting atop the ministry of Infrastructure and Public Utilities in Ekiti State, explains the workings in the direction of provision of water. He also narrates the role of electricity in the mix.
By: Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that it is gradually addressing the impeachment moves against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, amid ongoing political tensions in the state. Speaking on the development, the party’s national leadership said internal mechanisms have been activated to manage the crisis and ensure stability within the political […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a fresh $3.9 million technical assistance package aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s energy sector and improving electricity access. The funding forms part of the AfDB’s broader Mission 300 initiative, a joint programme with the World Bank designed to connect 300 million Africans to electricity by 2030. […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of ₦1.969 trillion as revenue generated in December 2025 among the Federal Government, the 36 state governments, and the 774 local government councils.The revenue allocation was confirmed at FAAC’s January 2026 meeting held in Abuja. According to official figures, the distributable revenue […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The National Industrial Court in Abuja has issued an interim order restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) from going ahead with their planned protest scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Justice Emmanuel Sibilim granted the […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has carried out a major raid on a hotel in the 33 area of Onitsha, Anambra State, resulting in the arrest of six suspects and the rescue of 17 individuals reportedly trafficked for exploitation. According to NAPTIP officials, the operation was […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially approved March 28, 2026 for the conduct of its National Convention, the party’s National Caretaker Committee announced on Monday. The decision was reached during the 105th meeting of the National Executive Committee (NEC) held in Abuja, aimed at resolving leadership issues and preparing for the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has disbursed a total of ₦2.45 trillion to state governments and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to support infrastructure development and security initiatives across the country. According to official records from the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF), the funds were released between March 2024 and August […]
By Erewunmi Peace The world of music has honoured Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, who was posthumously awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Special Merit Awards. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hailed the recognition, describing Fela as “a giant whose music reshaped the world.” In a statement, President Tinubu praised Fela not […]
By Erewunmi Peace Traders and officials at the Onitsha Main Market were left shocked after suspected hoodlums placed a coffin in front of the market’s administrative headquarters, popularly known as the “White House.” The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday night and is being interpreted by some traders as an intimidation tactic, following recent directives for […]
By Erewunmi Peace Discussions are ongoing around recent amendments to Nigeria’s electricity laws, aimed at giving states more participation in power generation and distribution. The reforms trace back to the Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2024, which decentralised aspects of the power sector and allowed state governments, private companies, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Two serving police officers have been arrested for their alleged involvement in armed robbery, the Benue State Police Command confirmed. The officers were intercepted after attempting to evade a checkpoint while driving a suspected stolen vehicle. Upon arrest, authorities recovered an AK‑47 rifle, magazines loaded with live ammunition, a face mask, and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Traders at Onitsha Main Market have resumed business today, effectively ending the week-long sit-at-home closure that had disrupted commercial activities in the city. The reopening comes after the Anambra State Government, led by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, directed market operators to resume normal operations following the expiration of the temporary closure. Security personnel […]
By: Erewunmi Peace Former presidential spokesman Femi Adesina has called for the full electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria, describing it as essential for credible and transparent polls. Adesina made the remarks during a keynote address at a media lecture in Ibadan, where he urged journalists, election stakeholders, […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Brazil-based Nigerian businessman at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, for allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine into the country. According to a statement issued by the agency, the suspect was intercepted during inward passenger clearance on a flight arriving from Brazil […]
By: Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has stated that the individuals allegedly involved in a foiled coup plot were fully aware of the consequences of their actions. Speaking during a media interview, the Defence Minister said the officers accused of plotting to overthrow the government must have considered the implications of […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have jointly warned construction companies and contractors against damaging fibre-optic cables during excavation and road construction activities across the country. The agencies expressed concern over the increasing incidents of fibre cuts caused by civil works, describing the trend […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that civil servants in parts of Nigeria are being pressured to register as members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as part of the party’s ongoing electronic membership registration exercise. In a statement released by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC […]
