– APC Fires Osun PDP The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the state chapter of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of being haunted by the obvious maladministration which has become the hallmark of Governor Ademola Adeleke-led administration as it has recorded abysmal failure in all the facets of […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Oyo State Government has introduced a new Entertainment Tax Clearance policy aimed at regulating social and public events across the state — a move that has stirred mixed reactions among residents. According to reports circulating on social media and local news platforms, the new directive requires event organizers to obtain a […]
By Erewunmi search A new report by Moniepoint Inc., in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has revealed that 41 percent of women-owned informal businesses in Nigeria earn less than ₦10,000 in daily profit. The report, titled “Informal Economy Report 2025,” highlights the financial struggles facing small-scale entrepreneurs—especially women—who form a large part of […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), has advised Nigerian students to respect their host communities and refrain from actions that could portray them as ungrateful or disrespectful guests. Speaking during an interaction with students at a recent public event, Fashola emphasized that mutual respect and good conduct […]
By Erewunmi Peace The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the management of over $4.6 billion in international health grants received by Nigeria for combating HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, following concerns that the huge investments have not translated into improved health outcomes. The probe was initiated after a motion raised on the floor […]
By Erewunmi Peace Fresh controversy has erupted within the Ondo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, following revelations that all serving officers in the outfit are engaged as contract staff rather than permanent employees of the state government. Reports indicate that the commandant of the Ondo Amotekun Corps, while addressing internal staff […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced the suspension of its nationwide two-week warning strike, which began on October 13, 2025. At a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, ASUU President Chris Piwuna said the decision came after an emergency meeting of the union’s National Executive Council (NEC) and recent […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has announced that it has cleared all outstanding pension arrears under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and is now working toward the reintroduction of gratuity payments for retiring federal workers. This was disclosed by the Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom), Omolola Oloworaran, during a media workshop held […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to resolve the ongoing crisis between the government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), warning that failure to act could trigger a nationwide strike. NLC President, Joe Ajaero, made this known on Monday after the union’s […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has dismissed reports suggesting that genocide is being carried out in Nigeria, challenging anyone within or outside the country to provide credible evidence of such claims. Speaking during a meeting of Northern Traditional […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Magistrate Court sitting in Kuje, Abuja, has ordered the remand of Aloy Ejimakor, counsel to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, alongside his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, and ten others, at the Kuje Correctional Centre over their alleged involvement in a protest led by activist […]
By Erewunmi Peace The fate of convicted murderer Maryam Sanda, who was reportedly listed among those granted presidential clemency by President Bola Tinubu, remains uncertain as the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice has ordered a comprehensive review of the pardon list. Sanda, who was sentenced to death by hanging in 2020 […]
By Erewunmi Peace The United Kingdom’s Charity Commission has frozen more than 100 bank accounts linked to the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) following revelations of serious financial mismanagement and governance failures within the church’s UK operations. The inquiry, which began in 2018, revealed that MFM branches in the UK operated autonomously, opening […]
By Erewunmi Peace Despite directives from Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, Living Trust Mortgage Bank has officially recognized Dr. Kamaldeen Adekilekun as Chairman of its Board of Directors, in a move that has stirred controversy in the banking and regulatory sector. On April 19, 2025, Governor Adeleke issued a formal letter withdrawing Dr. Adekilekun’s nomination […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Department of State Services (DSS) has raised an alarm over possible coordinated attacks by the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) in parts of Ondo and Kogi States. According to reports, a confidential memo dated October 20, 2025, and addressed to the 32 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Owena […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced a ₦20 million reward for the local government area (LGA) that records the highest number of newly registered voters during the ongoing voter registration drive across the state. According to reports from local media outlets, including The Gazelle News and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension filled parts of the Federal Capital Territory on Monday as opposing groups staged demonstrations over the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). While pro-Kanu supporters gathered to demand his immediate release, another group of protesters, led by Igbo activist Chukwuka Ofoegbu, popularly known […]
By Erewunmi Peace Leaders of the Igbo community in Lagos State have praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing his leadership as divinely inspired and crucial to Nigeria’s stability. Speaking during a gathering of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Lagos State Chapter on Monday, Deacon Charles Obih, National President of the Market Leaders Association of Nigeria (TMLAN), expressed admiration […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered assets worth more than ₦500 billion and secured over 7,000 convictions within the last two years. The President made the disclosure while speaking through his representative at a workshop organized on anti-corruption reforms in Abuja. Tinubu […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State for appointment as a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The President’s letter of nomination was read on the floor of the Senate by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary session. According to reports, the nomination has been […]
