By Erewunmi Peace The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has inaugurated the Monarch Investment and Economic Committee to spearhead economic revival and urban renewal in the ancient city. The inauguration took place on October 23, 2025, at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, with members of the Olubadan-in-Council in attendance. The committee is chaired by […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Delta State House of Assembly has suspended the Rector and Bursar of Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku for six months following allegations of financial misconduct and administrative lapses. The decision aligns with a prior directive from the institution’s Governing Council and reflects the Assembly’s commitment to accountability and transparency in public institutions. […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed December 8, 2025, for judgment in the ongoing trial of Emmanuella Eteta Ita, a senior staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who is facing charges bordering on the alleged diversion and misappropriation of over ₦2 billion. Eteta Ita, who heads the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, has urged his colleagues in the National Assembly and politicians across Nigeria to put an end to election rigging and the arming of youths during political contests. Oshiomhole made the call during a recent Senate plenary while contributing to discussions on the proposed amendment […]
By Erewunmi Peace Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has reacted to criticisms following her recent comment about the ranking of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD). Dabiri-Erewa had congratulated the institution for its impressive performance in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, noting that ABUAD was ranked first in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Army has recorded another major breakthrough in its ongoing counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations across the country, following the arrest of a wanted terror suspect identified as Idris Idris, popularly known as Babawo Badoo, alongside 37 other criminal elements. According to multiple reports, troops of Operation Enduring Peace apprehended the suspects […]
By Erewunmi Peace Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to host the 2025 International Climate Change Summit, focusing on the blue economy and coastal resilience, ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). The summit will take place on November 6–7, 2025, at the Lagos Continental Hotel, under the theme: “Blue Economy, Green […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced uniform sale prices for housing units under its Renewed Hope Estate Programme, marking a significant step toward affordable and transparent housing across the country. Under the new pricing scheme, the approved costs are: One-bedroom semi-detached bungalow: ₦8.5 million Two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow: ₦11.5 million Three-bedroom semi-detached […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a new Customs Verification Management System (CVMS), a digital platform designed to make vehicle importation more transparent and reduce smuggling across the country. The system, unveiled in Abuja by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, allows individuals, car dealers, and importers to verify the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Northern Nigeria has endorsed Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), a former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, as its consensus candidate for the position of National Chairman. The endorsement followed a series of consultations among Northern PDP stakeholders, led by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa […]
By Erewunmi Peace Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was reportedly arrested by police officers on Thursday morning at the Federal High Court, Abuja. According to eyewitnesses, Sowore was picked up by operatives shortly after attending court proceedings. The arrest reportedly caused a brief commotion around the court premises before he was […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lafiagi Waterworks in Edu Local Government Area of Kwara State remains in a state of disrepair despite government claims of rehabilitation and millions of naira reportedly spent on the project, sparking outrage from residents and civil society groups. Community members lament that the water facility, which was expected to provide safe […]
By Erewunmi Peace At least 31 people have been confirmed dead and 17 others injured following a tragic tanker explosion in Niger State, Nigeria. The incident occurred on Tuesday, October 22, 2025, near Bida town, when a fuel-laden tanker overturned along a major road and spilled petrol onto the ground. According to eyewitnesses, several residents […]
By Erewunmi Peace The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is currently facing internal turmoil following the suspension of its National Vice Chairman for the South-South region, Dr. Usani Uguru Usani, and calls for the replacement of the party’s Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Ms. Jackie Wayas. The ADC’s Cross River State Working Committee (SWC) announced the suspension […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Oyo State Government has debunked reports claiming that it plans to impose taxes on weddings, burials, and other social events across the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Oyo State Internal Revenue Service (OYIRS), the government described the viral information as false and misleading, urging residents to disregard […]
By Erewunmi Peace A lecturer at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), identified as Mr. Raphael Segun Larayetan, has been accused of raping a female student and later sharing her contact information with a colleague, according to a report published by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ). The student, identified in the FIJ report as “Roseline” […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government, through the National Universities Commission (NUC), has approved the establishment of a new tertiary institution named the University of Innovation, Science and Technology, Omuma, in Imo State. The official recognition was presented to the Imo State Government at the NUC headquarters in Abuja. The event was attended by the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Kwara State Government has announced plans to pay a cash grant of not less than ₦130,000 to parents and guardians who send their daughters to school, as part of efforts to boost girl-child education across the state. The initiative, launched under the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project […]
By Erewunmi Peace At least eight people, including a pregnant woman and a child, have reportedly lost their lives in a tragic accident involving a Dangote-branded cement truck in Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State. Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when the truck, allegedly carrying cement, lost control and rammed into several road users near […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), has completed the deportation of 192 foreign nationals convicted for cyber-terrorism, internet fraud, and related offences in Lagos State. According to an official statement from the EFCC, the deportation exercise began […]
