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Burkina Faso Detains 11 Nigerian Soldiers, Seizes Air Force C-130 Over Alleged Airspace Violation

By Erewunmi Peace A diplomatic row is brewing between Nigeria and Burkina Faso after authorities in Ouagadougou detained 11 Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel and seized a C-130 Hercules aircraft over what they described as an “unauthorised airspace violation.” The incident reportedly occurred on Monday, when the aircraft made an unexpected landing at the Bobo-Dioulasso […]

UI: More Than a University, It’s a Launchpad for Success — Olajomi‑Otubu

By Erewunmi Peace Speaking at the 2025 convocation ceremony of the University of Ibadan (UI), alumna Bola Olajomi‑Otubu described the institution as “more than a university — a launchpad for success.” Olajomi‑Otubu, who graduated with a degree in Psychology before pursuing a career in Human Resources and eventually founding her own construction-design firm, credited UI […]

Oyetola’s Camp Rejects Allegations of Interference in Osun APC Screening

By Erewunmi Peace The camp of Adegboyega Oyetola has strongly denied claims that he meddled in the screening process for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary in Osun State, dismissing them as “baseless and misleading.” In a statement issued by his Special Adviser, Bolaji Akinola, on Sunday, the camp described the allegations as “totally […]

FG Secures Release of 100 Pupils Abducted From St. Mary’s Catholic School

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, in Niger State. The children were among over 300 students and staff kidnapped during a deadly attack by armed bandits on 21 November 2025. The incident triggered nationwide outrage and renewed […]

APC Governors Pledge Support to Tinubu’s Security Measures

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 […]

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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 […]

S’Court to FG: Implement Judgment on Direct Allocations to LGs

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 […]

Shehu Sani Says North-West and South-West Are Highest Beneficiaries Under Buhari and Tinubu, Sparks Debate

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 […]

ECOWAS Condemns Attempted Military Takeover in Benin Republic

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 […]

Building a Digitally Ready Nigeria: CrediCorp Launches National Digital Device Credit Program

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. […]

How a Harvard Classmate’s Question Made Alex Otti Leave Banking for Politics

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 […]

89-Year-Old Nutrition Expert Shares 6 Simple Tips for Healthy Eating

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 […]

US Donates $5 Million to UNICEF to Tackle Nigeria’s Nutrition Crisis

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, […]

Police Arrest Suspected Financiers Linked to Bandit Operations in Sokoto

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 […]

APC Sets Dates for National Caucus and NEC Meetings

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, […]

ASUU Lecturers Set for Biggest Salary Boost in Over a Decade as FG Finalises Deal

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. […]

DSS Arrests Medical Doctor Allegedly Supplying Drugs to Kidnappers in Kwara State

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 […]

APC Disqualifies Omisore, Six Others Ahead of Osun Governorship Primary

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 […]