Full Name & Age: Olatunji “Tunji” Disu was born on April 13, 1966, in Lagos Island, Lagos State. Current Position: He is the 23rd Inspector-General of Police (IGP), succeeding Kayode Egbetokun. Education: Disu holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Education from Lagos State University (LASU) and Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Criminology, Security, and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has confirmed that Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has stepped down from his position, marking a major change in Nigeria’s security leadership. The resignation was officially accepted on 24 February 2026 after a private meeting with President Bola Tinubu. While some media reports hinted at pressure due to ongoing […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to ensure the safety and constitutional rights of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, amid reports surrounding his detention. In a public statement released on Monday, Atiku expressed concern over what he described as a lack of transparency regarding El-Rufai’s […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly removed Kayode Egbetokun from his position as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and is preparing to install Tunji Disu as his successor, according to multiple credible Nigerian media sources. A presidency source confirmed that Egbetokun was asked to tender his resignation, and plans are underway for a […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has officially approved a 13% increase in fares for all Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) services and standard bus routes across the state. According to the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), the fare adjustment is in response to rising operational costs and inflation, aimed at supporting bus operators […]
By Erewunmi Peace Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) have announced a renewed strategic alliance aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s energy security and accelerating industrial development. The partnership was reinforced during a high-level visit by NNPCL executives to the Dangote Refinery complex in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. Both organisations pledged deeper collaboration across refining, […]
By Erewunmi Peace A 48-year-old woman, identified as Funmilayo Abigail, has accused a police officer of raping her at the office of an Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in Osogbo, claiming that the assault left her bleeding for 35 days. The incident, which Abigail reported publicly, has prompted a human rights group to petition the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has ordered the temporary closure of the Nkwo Nnewi Auto Spare Parts Market for one week after traders defied government directives to resume operations on Monday, February 23, 2026. The closure was enforced following reports that a significant number of traders continued to observe the sit-at-home […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has cancelled 485 land titles in Abuja after they failed official verification checks conducted by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The move is part of ongoing efforts to curb fraudulent and irregular land allocations within the capital. According to the FCTA, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Public criticism has followed a recent increase in medical service charges at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), with some patients and social media users alleging the privatization of laboratory services.The fee hike affects several departments, including the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), medical and private wards, and outpatient services. Reports indicate […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commissioned a 300 MVA power transformer at the 330/132/33 kV Egbin Transmission Substation, boosting the substation’s capacity from 300 MVA to 450 MVA. The upgrade is aimed at strengthening electricity transmission and improving power supply reliability for Lagos and neighboring areas. TCN officials said the transformer was installed and […]
By Erewunmi Peace An online investigative report has alleged that Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and some top officials are secretly operating multi-million-naira private companies while serving in public office. The report, published by a digital news platform, claims that these officials hold private business interests in sectors […]
By Erewunmi Peace A remarkable story of resilience and determination has emerged from the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), where a student who sold popcorn in lecture halls to fund her education has graduated with an impressive First Class honours degree. The graduate, Perpetual Iregbundah, shared her inspiring journey on social media, detailing the financial […]
By Erewunmi Peace A fire incident occurred at the old international terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Monday, causing panic among airport workers and passengers. According to initial reports, about 10 personnel were temporarily trapped in the control tower area as firefighters battled to contain the blaze. Emergency responders, including officials of […]
By Erewunmi Peace The ruling houses of Ipetumodu in Osun State have secured a Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment of a United States court that sentenced the Apetu of Ipetumodu, Oba Joseph Oloyede, to prison. The judgment was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, where the monarch […]
On February 2, 2026, former Ekiti State Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Olabode Adetoyi, celebrated his birthday and the launch of Value Ingredients Limited, his food processing factory in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State’s capital.
By Erewunmi Peace The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a hidden warehouse in Lagos State containing banned and counterfeit cosmetic products valued at over ₦3 billion. According to NAFDAC, the warehouse, located at the APT Trade Fair Complex, was concealed in an unfinished building, making it difficult to […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a fresh weather advisory forecasting dust haze and cloudy conditions across several parts of Nigeria. According to NiMet’s latest outlook, moderate dust haze is expected to affect parts of the northern and North-Central regions. Visibility levels may reduce in some areas due to suspended dust […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, is set to inaugurate a newly appointed Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in Abuja. According to official reports, the swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Supreme Court complex and marks another step in strengthening the country’s apex court following recent judicial retirements. […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, stating that his developmental efforts in Abuja contributed significantly to the electoral success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent FCT area council elections. In a statement released following the conclusion of the polls, […]
