By Dionne Searcey Community leaders in Lagos say evictions in the name of development have left many residents of this fishing village homeless. Residents of a 19th-century fishing community nicknamed the “Venice of Nigeria” have been left homeless after a government eviction that sent excavators to carry out demolitions. Leaders in the community of Makoko […]
By Erewunmi Peace French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that Europe prefers mutual respect over intimidation, amid renewed diplomatic tensions with former United States President Donald Trump, particularly over issues related to Greenland and trade policies. Macron made the remarks while speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, where he emphasized that Europe […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian elder statesman Chief Ralph Obioha has stated in a recent interview that, in his view, some Igbo people still feel an emotional connection to the idea of Biafra, stemming from historical grievances during the 1967–1970 Nigerian Civil War. Obioha, a former chieftain of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), suggested that this […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially kicked off the activities of its Committee on Strategy, Conflict Resolution and Mobilisation with an inaugural meeting in Abuja. The meeting comes as the ruling party seeks to address internal disputes and promote unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. The session, chaired by Yobe […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian socialite and cultural icon Chief Opral Benson, popularly known as the Iya Oge of Lagos, has been confirmed to be safe in Monrovia, Liberia, following days of concern over her whereabouts. The 90-year-old Benson was declared missing by her family after she failed to return home on January 13, 2026. Family […]
By Erewunmi Peace One person has been killed and nine others injured in Rivers State after a clash between a masquerade group and a lawyer during a local festival in Omoku, Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area. According to the Rivers State Police Command, the incident occurred on Sambo Street during a masquerade display by youths. Police […]
By Erewunmi Peace Air Force One, carrying former U.S. President Donald Trump to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, returned to Joint Base Andrews shortly after takeoff due to a minor electrical issue. Officials confirmed that the president remained safe and later continued his journey on another aircraft. Air Force One turning back sparked […]
By Erewunmi Peace Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hasaccused certain non-governmental organizations (NGOs) of exploiting the ongoing Makoko demolition for financial gain. Speaking during a press briefing, the governor said some NGOs have obtained international funding under the pretense of aiding displaced residents but have failed to deliver tangible support. The governor described the actions […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced March 11, 2026, as the official date for the commencement of political campaigns for the upcoming Osun State governorship election. Dr. Mutiu Agboke, the Osun Resident Electoral Commissioner, made the announcement during a stakeholders’ meeting in Osogbo, emphasizing that INEC will ensure all campaign […]
Infrastructure Commissioner Mobolaji Aluko explains Ekiti State’s tractorization policy.
By Erewunmi Peace Former President Olusegun Obasanjo met with former Military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) in Minna on Monday in a closed-door session, sparking political interest ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obasanjo arrived via Ahmed Bola Tinubu International Airport and was escorted by Niger State government protocol officials to Babangida’s residence. The […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension gripped parts of Kaduna State on Sunday following reports that armed bandits attacked several churches and allegedly abducted more than 170 worshippers during church services. The attacks were said to have occurred in communities in Kajuru Local Government Area, where gunmen reportedly stormed churches, firing shots and forcing congregants into nearby […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, has strongly condemned the dangerous practice of fuel scooping and has called for legislation to criminalise the act. Issa-Onilu made the call following a recent incident in which members of the public were seen scooping fuel from an overturned tanker in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has dismissed claims that its workers are being owed salaries, following recent protests and public complaints over unpaid entitlements in the Federal Capital Territory. An aide to the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, stated that all duly employed staff of the FCTA have received their […]
By Erewunmi Peace A recent survey conducted by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) shows that many traders and business owners are increasingly rejecting bank transfers and preferring cash payments following the implementation of the new tax law. The preference for cash, according to traders, stems from confusion and concerns over additional charges associated with […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension continues to build in Osun State over the ongoing teachers’ recruitment exercise, with reports of delays and public dissatisfaction putting pressure on the state government. While the state government has initiated the recruitment process, many applicants have expressed frustration over delayed appointment letters and uncertainties about the selection process. Lawmakers and […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a significant political development, hundreds of members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State. The mass defection comes ahead of upcoming elections, signaling a reshaping of the political landscape in the state. The defectors, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension erupted at the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja on Monday after protesting contractors blocked the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, from accessing the ministry premises, with a gunshot reportedly heard during the confrontation. The protesters, identified as members of the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN), gathered […]
By Erewunmi Peace Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has claimed that United States intelligence agencies are fully aware of developments in Nigeria’s security situation but sometimes prefer to operate under what he described as a “Nigerian cover” to pursue their interests. Gumi made the remark while reacting to public debates surrounding recent security developments in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Lekan Jimoh, popularly known as “Kanmo-Kanmo”, a notorious drug lord who had eluded authorities for over a decade. His arrest marks the end of a 12-year manhunt linked to the killing of three NDLEA officers in 2014. Kanmo-Kanmo was apprehended on Friday, January […]
