By Erewunmi Peace Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the recent defection of Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the wave of defections to the ruling party as motivated by personal survival rather than genuine commitment to its agenda. Speaking on […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tragedy struck in Katsina State on 26 February 2026 as a stampede occurred during the distribution of Ramadan Zakkat (charity/alms) at a residence in Kofar Guga Quarters, Katsina metropolis. According to eyewitnesses and police reports, a large crowd gathered to receive the Zakkat, and as people rushed into the compound, chaos ensued. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of focusing government attention and resources primarily on his hometown of Ede, while allegedly neglecting other parts of the state. In a statement released on Wednesday, APC leaders claimed that certain developmental projects and government initiatives are disproportionately concentrated […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a major escalation of Middle East tensions, the United States and Israel have conducted coordinated military strikes on Iran, targeting strategic and military sites across the country, including in the capital, Tehran. Eyewitnesses reported explosions and smoke in multiple areas of Tehran on 28 February 2026, with Iranian authorities confirming the […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed retired General Theophilus Yakubu (TY) Danjuma at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Saturday in a courtesy meeting. The Presidency confirmed the meeting in a brief statement, though it did not disclose details of their discussions. Analysts suggest such visits usually involve consultations on national security, governance, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Authorities in Sierra Leone have arrested a Nigerian national for alleged drug trafficking at Freetown International Airport. The suspect, identified as Patrick Nonso, was reportedly found carrying 46 wraps of a white substance suspected to be cocaine during a routine security screening. Nonso, who was traveling with an Italian passport, was immediately […]
By Erewunmi Peace Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello has officially declared her intention to contest the 2027 Ogun State governorship election, expressing confidence in her vision for the state’s development. Speaking during a media interaction in Abeokuta, Obasanjo-Bello outlined her plans to focus on economic growth, industrial expansion, and job creation if elected. She emphasized her commitment […]
POF Cross-Country panelists look at the causes of the growth of the APC and the downward trend of the PDP, once acclaimed as the biggest political party in Africa.
A month after the lifting of ban on political campaign by INEC in Ekiti State, only the APC candidate enjoys a semblance of campaign vide placements of billboards and posters in the state capital.
The second part of a Valentine Show of February 14, 2026.
The first part of a valentine show of February 14, 2026.
Dr. Wole Oluyede, a medical practitioner and politician, a governorship aspirant on the platform of PDP in Ekiti State, has indeed tasted abundantly what good life is. Forty years off the shores of Africa offered more than enough experiences to learn from and apply back home. He was a 2025 Valentine guest at POF TV […]
By Erewunmi Peace Members of the Osun State caucus in the National Assembly under the All Progressives Congress (APC) have raised concerns over an alleged N13.7 billion payroll fraud in Osun State, calling on anti-corruption agencies to immediately investigate the matter. The lawmakers, who are members of the ruling party at the federal level, alleged […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Ondo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has advised religious leaders across the state to temporarily suspend night programmes, including church vigils and late-night mosque activities, following rising cases of kidnapping. The advisory comes after suspected kidnappers abducted six worshippers during a midnight service at a Celestial Church in the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Operatives of the Ekiti State Amotekun Corps have arrested five suspected gunmen in Ekiti West Local Government Area and recovered weapons and other items linked to criminal activity. The arrests were made on February 25, 2026, following a tip-off from residents. According to officials, the suspects were intercepted while alighting from a […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Universities Commission (NUC) has clarified that recipients of honorary doctorate degrees in Nigeria are not allowed to use the title “Dr.” The commission emphasized that the prefix is reserved for individuals with earned doctoral degrees and licensed medical professionals. According to the NUC, honorary doctorates — also called honoris causa […]
By Erewunmi Peace The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria National Committee has called on the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to break what it described as a persistent cycle of press repression in the country. In a public statement, IPI Nigeria urged the Acting IGP to take immediate steps to halt harassment, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The governor announced his decision in a statewide broadcast, stating that the move was taken in the best interest of Adamawa State. According to him, aligning with the ruling party […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Police Force has officially declared Manfred Ekpe, spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Akwa Ibom State, wanted. The announcement follows alleged offences including cyberstalking, threats to life, and other criminal activities, according to police reports. This development comes amid rising political tensions, including recent incidents of violence at […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation in partnership with her alma mater, the Berklee College of Music, to train 100 emerging music creators in Nigeria. The initiative, titled “Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive Music Program,” will run from April 23–26, 2026 in Lagos.It aims to equip […]
