By Erewunmi Peace The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has appealed to the Federal Government for urgent intervention to tackle persistent ecological challenges affecting Ibadan and its surrounding communities. Oba Ladoja made the appeal during a visit to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, in Abuja. He […]
By Erewunmi Peace Senior officials of the United States government have visited Nigeria amid growing international concern over recent security challenges, including reports of attacks and abductions affecting Christian communities, particularly in parts of Kaduna State. The visit formed part of a high-level U.S.–Nigeria security engagement, during which American officials met with Nigerian government representatives […]
By Erewunmi Peace Legendary music icon Jeffrey Daniel, famed for his pioneering dance moves and as a founding member of the iconic group Shalamar, has urged Africans living abroad to return home and reconnect with the continent. Daniel made the call during a visit to the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) in Abuja. Sharing his […]
By Erewunmi Peace The United States Congress, through the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, has condemned the recent abduction of Christian worshippers from churches in Kaduna State, Nigeria. In a statement, U.S. lawmakers expressed deep concern over the attack on congregants in Kurmin Wali and surrounding areas, where gunmen reportedly kidnapped over 160 Christians during […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ondo State Government has provided an official explanation for the recent collapse of a two‑storey building under construction along Oyemekun Road in Akure. According to the state authorities, the collapse was primarily caused by substandard construction materials and violations of building regulations, which made the structure unable to support ongoing construction […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued 68 human trafficking victims and apprehended 62 suspected traffickers in Akwa Ibom State as part of intensified efforts to curb the crime in the region. According to the Uyo Zonal Commander, Mr. Ubong Ekwere, the victims include 51 females […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), on Wednesday visited the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) headquarters in Abuja to renew his diplomatic passport. During the visit, the traditional ruler commended ongoing immigration reforms under the Federal Government, particularly initiatives aimed at modernising passport services, improving border management, and enhancing […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commenced a nationwide clampdown on the production, distribution, and sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and small bottles, citing serious public health concerns. According to NAFDAC, the move is aimed at protecting children and young people from the dangers […]
By Erewunmi Peace Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed speculations about a possible defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, Makinde said he remains “comfortable” in the PDP, stressing that his visit to the president […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Army has disclosed that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji is currently on the run and constantly relocating, following intensified military operations across the North-West region. According to the Theatre Commander of Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General Warrah Idris, intelligence reports indicate that Turji has no fixed base and is under […]
By Erewunmi Peace Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Abia State have arrested a 47-year-old man for allegedly being in possession of an Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) voters’ registration machine without authorization. The suspect was apprehended in Mbawsi community, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area, after security operatives received a tip-off about an […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed that a student of Ekiti State University (EKSU), who was reported missing earlier this month, has been found alive in Osun State. According to the police, the student, who traveled from Lagos to Ado‑Ekiti on January 5, 2026, became unreachable, prompting an official search. The […]
Indeed, in many areas, the gaps left by the State have been filled, with state acquiescence, by non-state actors, who assume powers to collect tithes and associated tributes. In the end, and at the heart of the seemingly endless debates over how and how rapidly we may modernise the Nigerian State lies an urgent invitation […]
Despite the January 19th deadline for candidate replacements in the 2026 Ekiti Governorship election, Ekiti Resident Electoral Commissioner Dr. Bunmi Omoseyindemi acknowledges that Supreme Court recommendations could lead to further change.
The Ekiti State Independent Electoral Commission has released the final list of candidates for the June 20, 2026 election and announced campaign rules, effective Wednesday, January 21, 2026. INEC stresses the need for a peaceful election.
By Dionne Searcey Community leaders in Lagos say evictions in the name of development have left many residents of this fishing village homeless. Residents of a 19th-century fishing community nicknamed the “Venice of Nigeria” have been left homeless after a government eviction that sent excavators to carry out demolitions. Leaders in the community of Makoko […]
By Erewunmi Peace French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that Europe prefers mutual respect over intimidation, amid renewed diplomatic tensions with former United States President Donald Trump, particularly over issues related to Greenland and trade policies. Macron made the remarks while speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he emphasized that Europe […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian elder statesman Chief Ralph Obioha has stated in a recent interview that, in his view, some Igbo people still feel an emotional connection to the idea of Biafra, stemming from historical grievances during the 1967–1970 Nigerian Civil War. Obioha, a former chieftain of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), suggested that this […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially kicked off the activities of its Committee on Strategy, Conflict Resolution and Mobilisation with an inaugural meeting in Abuja. The meeting comes as the ruling party seeks to address internal disputes and promote unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. The session, chaired by Yobe […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian socialite and cultural icon Chief Opral Benson, popularly known as the Iya Oge of Lagos, has been confirmed to be safe in Monrovia, Liberia, following days of concern over her whereabouts. The 90-year-old Benson was declared missing by her family after she failed to return home on January 13, 2026. Family […]
