By Erewunmi Peace The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has reportedly been moved from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Abuja to a correctional facility in Sokoto State. The development was revealed by Kanu’s former legal representative, Aloy Ejimakor, who stated that the transfer took place […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Johannesburg to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit. The summit, taking place from 22–23 November, brings together world leaders to discuss global economic challenges, security concerns, and sustainable development. Vice President Shettima, who touched down at the OR Tambo […]
By Erewunmi Peace The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has strongly criticized Governor Ademola Adeleke for remaining in the United States despite what it describes as increasing security concerns across the state. In a statement issued on Friday, the Osun APC accused Governor Adeleke of “dancing away his time” abroad at a period […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has attributed Nigeria’s declining inflation rate to the steady expansion of the country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), insisting that inflation could drop to 14% by the end of 2025 if current economic trends continue. In its latest economic review, IMPI noted that Nigeria’s PMI—an indicator […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Kaduna-based businessman, Nasir Musa Idris, has petitioned the Nigerian Police Force, alleging that prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi is currently accommodating his estranged Moroccan wife, Khadija Daib, and refusing to release her back to him. In the petition dated October 27 and submitted through his lawyers, Idris claimed that he […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tensions in Anambra State politics have intensified as the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has accused former Governor Peter Obi of allegedly running down his predecessors, Dr. Chris Ngige and Chief Willie Obiano, in an attempt to elevate his own political achievements. APGA’s National Publicity Secretary, Mazi Ejimofor Opara, made the accusation […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mourned the passing of Olusegun “Segun” Awolowo, the grandson of the late Yoruba political icon, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, describing his death as “tragic and deeply painful.” Segun Awolowo, a former Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), died on Thursday at […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to strengthening maritime safety, security, and environmental stewardship as the country intensifies its campaign for election into the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C. At the 134th Session of the IMO Council in London, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, urged member […]
By Erewunmi Peace Reuben Abati, journalist and co-host of Arise TV’s Morning Show, says it will be difficult for Nnamdi Kanu’s terrorism conviction to be vacated despite ongoing arguments from his legal team. Speaking during a recent broadcast, Abati explained that the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) was tried and convicted under […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Nigerian civil society organization, Grassroot Advocacy for Peace and Good Governance (GAPGG), has claimed that the United States’ frustration with Nigeria stems not from concerns over religious persecution, but from Nigeria’s refusal to host a U.S. military base and accept a deportee resettlement deal. The CSO, chaired by Usman Muhammed Anache, […]
By Erewunmi Peace A growing number of Nigerian celebrities have started shunning high-profile Owanbe parties due to the rising cost of Aso Ebi, which many say has become financially overwhelming. Actress Biola Adebayo recently sparked conversation on social media after revealing that she has spent over ₦2 million on Aso Ebi this year alone. In […]
By Erewunmi Peace Two of the four rice farmers abducted by armed men in Bokungi Village, Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State, have reportedly been killed by their captors. The victims were among four farmers kidnapped earlier in the week while working on their rice fields. Community sources said the attackers, described as suspected […]
By Erewunmi Peace A fatal road accident has claimed the lives of 16 prospective NYSC (National Youth Service Corps) members who were traveling to the orientation camp in Gombe State. The crash occurred while the victims were en route from Ondo State, officials and eyewitnesses said. According to multiple reports, the victims were members of […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to life imprisonment after finding him guilty on multiple terrorism-related charges. Justice James Omotosho, who delivered the judgment, held that the prosecution successfully established that Kanu’s actions — including repeated inflammatory broadcasts and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Kwara State Government has ordered the immediate and indefinite closure of schools in Isin, Irepodun, Ifelodun, and Ekiti Local Government Areas, citing increasing insecurity and recent bandit attacks. The decision follows the deadly attack on a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku, Ekiti LGA, which heightened fears among residents and authorities. […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his trips to the 20th G20 Summit in South Africa and the AU‑EU Summit in Angola following a spike in insecurity in parts of Nigeria. The decision comes after the Christ Apostolic Church attack in Eruku, Ekiti LGA, Kwara State, which left several worshippers dead and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Students of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) have raised alarm over worsening transportation challenges on campus, with some spending up to four hours waiting for shuttle buses. One student recounted fainting last week while waiting in long queues, highlighting the physical and academic toll of the crisis. The complaints follow the recent […]
By Erewunmi Peace Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a popular female cleric, Archbishop Angel Oyeghe, in Warri, Delta State, over alleged abuse of the naira and suspected money-laundering activities. The founder of Faith Healing Ministry was taken into custody by officials of the EFCC Benin Zonal Directorate following a […]
By Erewunmi Peace Austrian politician and Chairman of the Austrian Committee for NATO Enlargement, Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn, has condemned the recent attack on a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku, Kwara State, describing the incident as “utterly unacceptable.” Fehlinger-Jahn’s remarks followed a viral video showing armed assailants storming the church during a service, leading to the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has expressed deep concern over what it describes as the deteriorating state of the Nigerian nation, citing rising insecurity, political tension, and threats to democratic stability. In a communique issued after its meeting in Abuja, the forum warned that Nigeria is sliding into a […]
