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Wamakko Says Tinubu’s Reforms Are Crucial to Nigeria’s Future

By Erewunmi Peace Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, who represents Sokoto North, has described the reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration as well-intentioned and essential for Nigeria’s long-term stability and development. Wamakko made the statement on Thursday in Sokoto during the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) electronic membership registration exercise in the […]

FG Needs At Least Five Years to Stabilise New Tax Laws — Adedeji

By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, has said the Federal Government will require a minimum of five years to fully stabilise and implement Nigeria’s newly introduced tax laws. Adedeji made this known on Thursday in Oyo State while speaking at a crossover service, where he addressed issues surrounding […]

Tinubu-Era Tax Reform Takes Shape as NRS Unveils New Brand Identity

By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s tax reform agenda under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is gaining momentum with the unveiling of a new brand identity for the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), formerly known as the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The rebranding follows the signing of the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act, 2025, which officially replaces FIRS […]

FG, ASUU Reach New Deal on 2009 Agreement; Implementation Set for January 2026

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have announced the conclusion of long-running negotiations to renegotiate the 2009 federal government–ASUU agreement, bringing hopes of greater stability to the nation’s public university system. Negotiations that spanned several months and witnessed disrupted academic calendars across the country have […]

Terrorism Financing Allegations Rock Bauchi as EFCC Arraigns Finance Commissioner

By Erewunmi Peace The Bauchi State Government has been drawn into controversy following the arraignment of the state’s Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, and three others by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged terrorism financing and financial misconduct. The defendants were arraigned before a Federal High Court in Abuja on charges bordering […]

Catholic Priest Collapses, Dies While Delivering New Year Homily in Delta

By Erewunmi Peace A Catholic priest has reportedly died after collapsing while delivering a New Year Day homily in Delta State. The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 1, 2026, during the New Year Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Agbor, where the priest was officiating. Eyewitnesses said the priest, identified as Rev. Fr. Steve Chukwuma, […]

Utomi: I’ll Withdraw Support if Peter Obi Accepts Vice-Presidential Role in 2027

By Erewunmi Peace Professor of Political Economy Pat Utomi has announced that he will withdraw his support for Peter Obi if the former Labour Party presidential candidate accepts a vice-presidential candidacy in the 2027 general elections. Utomi made the comments on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme, stressing that he believes […]

Food Items to the Less Privileged

The Southwest Zonal Ex-Officio of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Mrs. Lanre Fajuyi, on Tuesday the 23rd of December 2025, distributed a variety of items to about 150 widows, the physically challenged and other less privileged members of the society.

Ekiti Airport – From Conceptualization to Execution

Commercial flights began at Ekiti State Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport on December 10, 2025. Professor Mobolaji Aluko, Ekiti State Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, recounts that the airport’s construction spanned four administrations.

Ooni of Ife Appointed Chancellor of Kashim Ibrahim University

By Erewunmi Peace The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has been appointed as the Chancellor of Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri, Borno State. The appointment was made by the Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, and was formally communicated to the monarch through an official letter delivered to his palace in Ile-Ife. […]

2026 Will Mark Start of More Robust Economic Growth – Tinubu

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed optimism that 2026 will mark the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth for Nigeria, following economic reforms implemented by his administration. The President stated this in his New Year message to Nigerians on Wednesday, where he reviewed the state of the nation’s economy […]

Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dies at 52 in India

By Erewunmi Peace Former Senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District, Godiya Akwashiki, has died at the age of 52. According to reports, the lawmaker passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2025, while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in India after a prolonged illness. The death of the senator was confirmed by family sources and […]

Insecurity: Group Demands Overhaul of Amotekun, Cites Leadership Failure

By Erewunmi Peace A civil society organisation, The Osun Masterminds (TOM), has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the Osun State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, citing alleged leadership and operational failures. The group made the call in a statement while reacting to the rising cases of insecurity across parts of Osun […]

Gunmen Attack, Burn Police Station in Ondo Community as Residents Flee

By Erewunmi Peace Panic gripped residents of Ipele community in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State following an attack by armed gunmen who set the local Divisional Police Station ablaze during the early hours of the New Year. According to reports, the assailants stormed the community late on Tuesday night, December 31, firing gunshots […]

FG’s Silence on Ozekhome UK Property Saga ‘Deafening’ — NBA Anti-Corruption Chair

By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Anti-Corruption Committee, Babafemi Badejo, has criticized the Federal Government over what he described as its continued silence on the controversial UK property dispute involving Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mike Ozekhome. Badejo made the remarks while reacting to the lack of public updates on […]

Resident Doctors Threaten Fresh Strike, Accuse FG of Unfulfilled Agreements

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has threatened to embark on a fresh nationwide strike, accusing the Federal Government of failing to fully implement agreements reached after the suspension of its last industrial action. The association raised concerns over what it described as unfulfilled commitments contained in a Memorandum of Understanding […]

Gunmen Kidnap Kwara Monarch, Son in Palace Attack

By Erewunmi Peace Armed gunmen have abducted a traditional ruler in Kwara State and one of his sons following an attack on the monarch’s palace in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. The incident reportedly occurred late on Tuesday night, December 31, when the assailants stormed the palace, shooting sporadically before forcefully taking […]

APC Criticises Peter Obi’s Move to ADC, Describes It as “Convenience Politics”

By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised the reported move of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the decision as an act of convenience politics. In a statement credited to party officials, the APC said Obi’s decision to align with the ADC reflects a […]