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NDLEA Arrests Brazil-Based Nigerian With Cocaine Concealed in Shoes and Body

By: Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Brazil-based Nigerian businessman at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, for allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine into the country. According to a statement issued by the agency, the suspect was intercepted during inward passenger clearance on a flight arriving from Brazil […]

Brains Behind Alleged Coup Know the Consequences — Defence Minister

By: Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, has stated that the individuals allegedly involved in a foiled coup plot were fully aware of the consequences of their actions. Speaking during a media interview, the Defence Minister said the officers accused of plotting to overthrow the government must have considered the implications of […]

NCC, NSCDC Warn Construction Firms Against Fibre Optic Cable Damage

By: Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have jointly warned construction companies and contractors against damaging fibre-optic cables during excavation and road construction activities across the country. The agencies expressed concern over the increasing incidents of fibre cuts caused by civil works, describing the trend […]

ADC Alleges APC Is Forcing Civil Servants to Register as Party Members

By: Erewunmi Peace The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that civil servants in parts of Nigeria are being pressured to register as members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as part of the party’s ongoing electronic membership registration exercise. In a statement released by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC […]

Political Shake-Up: Shettima Urges Bauchi, Adamawa Governors to Consider APC After Kefas’ Defection

By: Erewunmi Peace In a significant political development, Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the governors of Bauchi and Adamawa states to consider joining the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the recent defection of Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State to the ruling party. The vice president made the remarks while representing President Bola […]

FG Urges Information Officers to Boost Trust and Effective Communication

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has called on information officers across the country to enhance public trust by communicating government policies and initiatives more effectively. Speaking at a recent meeting with Resident Information Officers, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stressed the importance of coordinated, credible, and transparent communication. He emphasized […]

Investigation Reveals US, Dubai Properties Linked to Maina’s Pension Fraud

By Erewunmi Peace A recent investigation has exposed foreign properties in the United States and Dubai allegedly connected to Abdulrasheed Maina, the former head of Nigeria’s Presidential Task Force on Pension Reforms, who was previously convicted of pension fraud and money laundering. According to findings by investigative journalists in collaboration with global reporting networks, Maina […]

Retired General, Son Arrested Over Alleged Coup Plot Against President Tinubu

By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian security forces have reportedly arrested retired Army General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana and his son, Lieutenant Colonel Sadiq Ibrahim‑Gana, in connection with an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration. According to multiple reports, the arrests are part of a broader investigation by military intelligence and security agencies into an alleged […]

How Mismanagement and Underfunding Are Deepening the Crisis in Nigerian Public Universities

By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s public universities continue to face growing challenges as concerns over financial mismanagement and chronic underfunding resurface in national discourse. A recent report by BusinessDay highlighted how some university management teams allegedly prioritize non-academic expenditures — including luxury vehicles, official residences, and administrative allowances — while institutions struggle with deteriorating infrastructure, overcrowded […]

Worshipper Dies After Altercation at Osogbo Central Mosque

By Erewunmi Peace A worshipper has reportedly died following an altercation at the Ummu Hanni Adigun Memorial Central Mosque in the Ogo-Oluwa area of Osogbo, Osun State. According to reports from multiple Nigerian news outlets, the incident occurred shortly after dawn prayers. Witnesses said the worshipper allegedly disrupted proceedings during a sermon and attempted to […]

Politics Without Bitterness Will Strengthen Nigeria’s Democracy – Oyebanji

By Erewunmi Peace Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has called for politics without bitterness, stating that a more inclusive and less divisive political culture is essential to strengthening democracy in Nigeria. The governor made this remark while chairing the Faculty of Arts Distinguished Alumni Lecture held at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. Speaking at […]

Nigerian Army Confirms Armed Drone Attack by ISWAP in Borno

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Army has confirmed that troops were targeted in an armed drone attack carried out by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Borno State. According to an official statement released by the Army, the incident occurred on January 29, 2026, in the Sabon Gari area of the state. […]

US based Nigerians Return Home in Droves, Others In Hiding Over Trump’s ICE Crackdown on Immigrants

Some Nigerians are returning home secretly from the United States, while others have gone into hiding as President Donald Trump’s administration intensifies its deportation campaign. According to reports, a lot of the immigrants have stopped going to work as Trump reiterates his support for ICE actions. The US president kick-started an immigration policy to arrest […]

LAWMA Issues Stern Warning After Attacks on Enforcement Officers

By Erewunmi Peace Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a strong warning to residents following reported attacks on its enforcement officers during routine operations across the state. The agency condemned the harassment, intimidation, and physical obstruction of its personnel while carrying out their lawful duties of enforcing environmental sanitation regulations. In a statement […]

Inside LASU and UNILAG’s Crazy Accommodation Fees

By Erewunmi Peace Students at Lagos State University (LASU) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG) are raising serious concerns over the soaring cost of accommodation — a situation many describe as “crazy” and unsustainable. According to reports, the cost of student hostels and nearby private accommodation has escalated sharply, putting pressure on students and their […]

Police Arrest Six Over ₦7.7bn Telecom Airtime Fraud, Recover 400 Laptops

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has arrested six suspects in connection with an alleged ₦7.7 billion telecommunications airtime and data fraud scheme. According to a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, the operation was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) following intelligence reports and a […]

Court Nullifies PDP’s Ibadan Convention in Major Win for Wike’s Camp

A Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention held in November 2025, in a ruling that significantly affects the party’s leadership structure. The convention, which took place on November 15 and 16, 2025, produced members of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). However, the court […]

FG Officially Takes Over TASUED from Ogun State Government

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has officially taken over the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) from the Ogun State Government, marking a major transition in the institution’s history. The formal handover was sealed through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Federal Government and the Ogun State Government during the […]

Fela Kuti Honoured with Historic Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

By Erewunmi Peace Legendary Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo‑Kuti will be posthumously honoured with a LifetimeAchievement Award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, making him the first African artist to receive this prestigious recognition since its inception in 1963. Recognising a Global Icon The Recording Academy cited Fela Kuti’s monumental contributions to music and culture, particularly […]

Gunmen Attack Ebonyi Community, Kill and Kidnap Residents, Burn Homes

By Erewunmi Peace An attack by armed men has left several residents of Okporojo Community, Oso Edda in Edda Local Government Area, Ebonyi State dead, many abducted, and numerous homes destroyed. The incident occurred on January 29, 2026, and is reported to be one of the most violent in the area in recent months. Details […]