Dr. Sunday Zaccheaus Saanu is a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, perseverance, and purposeful pursuit. He began his academic journey at Ogun State Polytechnic, Abeokuta (now Moshood Abiola Polytechnic), where he studied Mass Communication up to Higher National Diploma (HND) level. He later earned a Masters in Communication Arts (MCA). […]
By Erewunmi Peace Governors from the All Progressives Congress (APC) have expressed full backing for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his ongoing security initiatives, pledging complementary measures at the state level to strengthen national safety. In a communiqué released after their recent meeting, the APC governors reaffirmed that “the safety of lives and property remains […]
President Tinubu commends Nigeria’s Armed Forces for protecting democracy in Benin Republic President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the gallantry of Nigeria’s military on Sunday for responding swiftly to the request by the Government of Benin Republic to save its 35-year-old democracy from coup plotters who struck at dawn today. Acting on two separate requests […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Supreme Court of Nigeria has again cautioned the Federal Government over its failure to fully implement the Court’s earlier judgment mandating direct allocations to local government areas (LGAs). The reminder came during the Court’s ruling on a suit filed by the Osun State Government, which challenged the Federal Government for withholding […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Senator and activist Shehu Sani has sparked discussions about regional distribution of federal appointments and projects in Nigeria. In recent statements, he claimed that the North-West and South-West regions are the highest beneficiaries under both the Muhammadu Buhari administration and the current Bola Tinubu government. Sani argued that narratives suggesting the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned an attempted military takeover in the Republic of Benin, calling it “unconstitutional” and urging respect for the country’s democratic institutions. The attempted coup occurred on 7 December 2025, when a group of soldiers appeared on state television announcing that they had seized […]
In a move aimed at boosting digital inclusion, CrediCorp has officially launched its National Digital Device Credit Program, designed to make smartphones, laptops, and other essential digital tools more accessible to Nigerians. The initiative targets over 15,000 Nigerians, providing affordable credit options to help citizens acquire devices that are critical for work, education, and productivity. […]
By Erewunmi Peace Abia State Governor Alex Otti has revealed that a simple question from a classmate at Harvard Business School changed the course of his career, pushing him from a successful banking career into politics. Otti recounted that while studying at Harvard in 2009, a classmate asked why many successful Nigerians come from a […]
A renowned 89-year-old nutrition expert has shared six simple and practical tips for healthy eating, offering guidance that has quickly gained attention worldwide. Marion Nestle, a respected nutrition scholar and former professor at New York University, recently shared her daily eating habits and the principles she follows to maintain her health at almost 90 years […]
The kidneys are among the most hardworking organs in the body, silently filtering waste, balancing fluids, and keeping our blood healthy. Yet kidney disease is often called a “silent killer” because many people do not notice symptoms until the damage is severe. Understanding why this happens can help more people detect the warning signs early. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The United States government has announced a $5 million (₦7.4 billion) donation to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to support emergency nutrition interventions for vulnerable children in Nigeria. According to a statement from the U.S. Mission, the funds will assist at least 70,000 children suffering from acute malnutrition across north-west Nigeria, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested three individuals suspected of financing and supporting bandit operations across parts of the state. The suspects were apprehended during a coordinated operation in Tangaza Local Government Area following intelligence reports linking them to cattle rustling and the supply of funds to bandit groups. Police authorities […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially announced the schedule for its upcoming National Caucus and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings. According to party sources, the National Caucus is set to hold on Monday, 15 December 2025, at 6:00 p.m., while the NEC meeting will take place on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) is set to receive the largest salary increase in over ten years, following negotiations with the Federal Government of Nigeria. The proposed deal includes a 40% pay rise for lecturers across all ranks, from Graduate Assistants to Professors, alongside improvements in allowances and periodic reviews. […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested a medical doctor allegedly involved in supplying drugs to kidnappers operating in parts of Kwara State. According to sources, the doctor reportedly transported the substances from Sokoto State to aid criminal activities in the region. Authorities say the arrest is part of ongoing efforts […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disqualified Iyiola Omisore and six other aspirants from participating in the upcoming Osun State governorship primary. The decision was announced by the party’s Screening Committee, chaired by Obinna Uzoh, following the conclusion of the screening exercise on December 4, 2025. According to the committee, the disqualified […]
By: Erewunmi Peace Recent reports claim that the United States may be expanding its intelligence and surveillance activities over insurgent-controlled areas in Nigeria’s northeast, especially regions dominated by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Boko Haram. According to analysis from independent security trackers, a U.S. manned Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft was […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Senate has advanced a new bill seeking to establish a centralised national social welfare system aimed at reducing extreme poverty and improving the effectiveness of government intervention programs across the country. The bill, sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, successfully scaled second reading after receiving widespread support from lawmakers who […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released a new draft framework that mandates commercial banks and financial institutions to refund customers who fall victim to authorised push-payment fraud (APP fraud). The directive, which applies to major banks including Access Bank, Zenith Bank, UBA, GTBank and others, introduces strict timelines for reporting […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Senate has confirmed retired General Christopher Gwabin Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, following a rigorous five-hour screening session at the National Assembly on Wednesday. General Musa, a former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), was nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fill the ministerial vacancy after the resignation of […]
