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NDLEA, Customs Strengthen Collaboration to Tackle Drug Trafficking in Nigeria

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have strengthened their collaboration in a renewed effort to combat drug trafficking and other transnational crimes across the country. The partnership was formalized during a high-level engagement in Abuja between the leadership of both agencies, aimed at improving coordination […]

OAU Declares Three-Week Break After Student Protests Over Transport, Welfare Issues

By Erewunmi Peace Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has announced a three-week mid-semester break following recent student protests over transportation and welfare concerns on campus. The decision was approved by the university’s Senate after demonstrations by students disrupted academic and administrative activities within the institution. Reports indicate that the protests were triggered by issues related […]

Ex-Ekiti Governors Back Oyebanji’s Re-election Bid Ahead of June 20 Poll

By Erewunmi Peace Former governors of Ekiti State have thrown their weight behind the re-election bid of Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of the June 20 governorship election. The former leaders — Niyi Adebayo, Kayode Fayemi, Ayodele Fayose, and Segun Oni — were present at a political gathering in Ado-Ekiti, where they expressed support for Oyebanji’s […]

Nigeria No Longer a Safe Haven for Drug Cartels, Says UNODC

By Erewunmi Peace The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has stated that Nigeria is no longer a safe haven for drug cartels, citing increased enforcement efforts and significant progress in the fight against illicit drug trafficking. The UNODC Country Representative made this known during an official engagement in Abuja, highlighting the growing […]

Fresh Xenophobic Attacks Reported in Parts of South Africa as Nigerians Advised to Stay Cautious

By Erewunmi Peace Reports emerging from South Africa indicate renewed incidents of xenophobic violence in some parts of the country, raising concern among foreign nationals, including Nigerians residing there. The disturbances, which were recorded in selected areas such as parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Johannesburg, involved protests and sporadic attacks targeting foreign-owned businesses and migrants. Nigerians […]

Troops Discover Suspected Graves of Missing Army Couple in Imo Forest

By Erewunmi Peace Troops of the Nigerian Army have uncovered suspected shallow graves believed to be linked to a missing army couple during a recent operation in Imo State. According to a statement released by the Nigerian Army, the discovery was made during a raid on a forest enclave allegedly associated with the Indigenous People […]

Obasanjo Says NNPC Refineries May Never Work Again

By Erewunmi Peace Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed doubt over the future of Nigeria’s state-owned refineries, stating that they may never function efficiently again under government management. Obasanjo made this remark during a recent interview, where he criticized the handling of the country’s refineries by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited. According to […]

INEC Recognises Gabam-Led SDP Leadership Following Court Ruling

By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially recognised the leadership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) under its National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, in compliance with a recent court ruling. The development follows a judgment by the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which affirmed Gabam as the legitimate leader of the party. […]

Sanwo-Olu Endorses Hamzat as Preferred Successor for 2027 Lagos Governorship

By Erewunmi Peace Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has endorsed his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, as his preferred successor ahead of the 2027 governorship election in the state. The endorsement reportedly took place during a closed-door meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, where key political stakeholders were present. During the meeting, Hamzat formally declared his […]

NSCDC Lagos Honours Officer Over Baby Factory Bust, Praises Operational Excellence

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Lagos State Command has honoured one of its officers for outstanding performance following the successful bust of an illegal baby factory in the Badagry area of the state. The State Commandant, Adedotun Keshinro, commended the officer and his team for their professionalism, diligence, and […]

NDLEA Intercepts ‘Terror Drug’ Captagon in Kwara

By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a consignment of Captagon, a powerful stimulant often referred to as a “terror drug,” in Kwara State. According to the agency, the seizure was made during a routine patrol along Bode Saadu Road, where operatives discovered approximately 10,000 pills of the illicit substance […]

ABUAD 16 Years Milestones

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, ABUAD, took off on the 4th of January 2010. The advancement of the university in 16 years leading to its global high ranking by Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and the university’s plans for the future are captured in this 15-minute documentary.

Career Tips: How Highly Successful People Communicate at Work

By Erewunmi Peace Effective communication remains one of the most important skills for career growth, and experts say highly successful professionals approach workplace conversations with intention and strategy. According to a recent report by CNBC, top performers distinguish themselves not just by what they say, but by how they interact with colleagues, clients, and supervisors. […]