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Osun Maintains Lead in CVR as INEC Records 2.68 Million Nationwide

By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reported that a total of 2,685,725 Nigerians have completed voter registration under the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide. According to INEC, Osun State continues to lead with 208,357 new registrants, followed by Kano, Sokoto, and Imo states. The figures reflect fully completed registrations, […]

Accord Clears Adeleke as Sole Aspirant for Osun Governorship Primary

By Erewunmi Peace The Accord Party has officially cleared Ademola Adeleke as the sole aspirant for its governorship primary in Osun State, paving the way for his candidacy in the 2026 elections. Party officials announced that Adeleke met all the requirements for the primary, which eliminates the need for a competitive contest within the party. […]

Omisore Reacts to Disqualification, Urges Supporters to Remain Calm

By Erewunmi Peace Senator Iyiola Omisore has reacted to reports of his disqualification from the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship screening process in Osun State, calling the decision “deeply flawed” and urging his supporters to remain calm while the appeal process continues. Omisore, alongside six other aspirants, was disqualified by the APC Screening Committee over […]

EFCC Seals Ex-Minister Timipre Sylva’s Abuja Residence Amid Ongoing Probe

By Erewunmi Peace The EFCC has sealed off the Maitama residence of former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and ex-Bayelsa Governor Timipre Sylva, prompting strong condemnation from his camp. What happened EFCC operatives reportedly carried out the sealing of the Abuja home without issuing any prior notification, letter, subpoena or warrant to Sylva or […]

Public Outrage as Viral Video Shows Trader Mixing Dye Into Palm Oil, Health Experts Warn of ‘Slow Murder’

By Erewunmi Peace A disturbing video circulating on social media has sparked nationwide outrage after showing a trader allegedly mixing dye into palm oil intended for sale to consumers. The footage, which has gone viral across WhatsApp, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter), has triggered strong reactions from the public and renewed calls for stricter food-safety […]

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 […]

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

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, […]