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Abiodun Makes History, Inaugurates First Commercial Flight at Gateway International Airport

By Erewunmi Peace Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has officially inaugurated the first commercial flight at the Gateway International Airport, marking a historic milestone in the state’s aviation and economic development journey. The maiden flight, operated by ValueJet Airline, departed from the newly completed airport in Ilishan-Remo around 10:10 a.m. on Tuesday, carrying 90 […]

Retired U.S. General Says Trump Sounded ‘Exhausted, Incoherent and Stupid’ in Military Speech

By Erewunmi Peace Retired U.S. Army General Barry McCaffrey has sharply criticized former President Donald Trump over his recent speech to senior military officers at the Marine Corps Base Quantico, describing it as “exhausted, incoherent and at times stupid.” McCaffrey, a decorated retired four-star general and military analyst, made the comments during an interview with […]

U.S. Lawmaker Accuses Tinubu of Downplaying Massacre of 7,000 Nigerian Christians, Cites Corruption in Government

By Erewunmi Peace A United States lawmaker, Riley Moore, has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of allegedly downplaying the killings of over 7,000 Christians in Nigeria, while citing alleged corruption and government inaction over religiously motivated attacks. In a letter reportedly sent to the U.S. Secretary of State, Moore urged Washington to […]

Nigeria Seeks $2 Billion Chinese Loan to Build New Super Grid, Boost Power Supply

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has entered negotiations with the Export–Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank) to secure a $2 billion loan aimed at constructing a new national “super grid” that will significantly strengthen electricity transmission and reduce power outages across the country. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, disclosed this during […]

Mahmood Yakubu Steps Aside as INEC Chairman, Agbamuche-Mbu Takes Over in Acting Capacity

By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has officially stepped aside following the expiration of his tenure. Yakubu handed over the leadership of the Commission to Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, the National Commissioner for Legal Services, who will now serve as the Acting Chairman of INEC pending the […]

CAC, SMEDAN Roll Out Free Business Registration for 250,000 MSMEs Nationwide

By Erewunmi Peace The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), has launched a nationwide initiative to provide free business name registration for 250,000 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. The program aims to formalize thousands of small businesses, giving them access […]

Dangote Refinery Reduces Cooking Gas Price to ₦760 per Kilogram

By Erewunmi Peace In a major relief for Nigerian households, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the ex-depot price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, from ₦810 to ₦760 per kilogram. The move, confirmed by reports from PM News Nigeria and Legit.ng, is expected to ease the financial […]

Experts, NGOs, NDLEA Unite to Combat Drug Abuse in Osun Schools

By Erewunmi Peace Stakeholders in Osun State have intensified efforts to curb drug abuse among students, as experts, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and officials of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) joined forces to promote drug-free schools through advocacy and mental health awareness. The collaborative initiative, captured in a recent report by Insight Links TV, […]

EFCC Arraigns Accountant, Firm for Alleged ₦200m Theft in Lagos

By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, has arraigned an accountant, Oguibe Promise Nkwachukwu, and his firm, Wifamapp Royalty Global Limited, before Justice R.A. Oshodi of the Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikeja, for alleged involvement in the theft of ₦200 million. Nkwachukwu, who served as an […]

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Resumes at Senate After Six-Month Suspension

By Erewunmi Peace Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has officially resumed plenary duties at the Nigerian Senate after serving a six-month suspension. The Senator, who was suspended in March 2025 over alleged misconduct and defiance of Senate rules, made her return to the Red Chamber on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Reports from the National […]

ASUU Begins Nationwide Mobilisation Ahead of Possible Strike

By: Erewunmi Peace The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced nationwide mobilisation of its members across public universities in preparation for a possible strike action. This development comes amid unresolved issues between the union and the Federal Government, including delays in the implementation of previous agreements and concerns over the welfare of university […]

UI Goes Beyond Classrooms, Leads Efforts in Wildlife and Environmental Conservation

By Erewunmi Peace The University of Ibadan (UI) is strengthening its reputation as more than just a center for academic excellence — it is emerging as a national leader in environmental protection, wildlife conservation, and climate-change advocacy. Through partnerships, awareness programs, and student engagement projects, Nigeria’s premier university is demonstrating that education extends beyond classrooms […]

Nigeria Bigger Than PENGASSAN – Vice President Shettima

By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has stated that the nation’s interests must come before those of any group or organization, stressing that “Nigeria is bigger than the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN).” Speaking at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit (NES31) held in Abuja, Shettima emphasized the need […]

Tinubu Never Complained About Problems He Inherited – UN Deputy Chief Amina Mohammed

By Erewunmi Peace The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his resilience and leadership style, noting that he has not complained about the challenges he inherited from the previous administration. Speaking at a dinner held in New York during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Amina Mohammed said […]

Drug Baron, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode Arrested as NDLEA Busts Lagos Cocaine Syndicates

By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested an alleged drug baron, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode, identified as the suspected leader of a cocaine syndicate behind six United Kingdom-bound shipments of the illicit drug from Lagos State. The agency, in a statement released on Sunday, disclosed that the syndicate was uncovered […]

Ex-Governor Udom Emmanuel Reportedly Stripped of Security Details Amid Political Tension in Akwa Ibom

By Erewunmi Peace Tension is brewing in Akwa Ibom State following reports that security details attached to the immediate past Governor, Mr. Udom Emmanuel, have been withdrawn. According to reports, policemen assigned to both of Mr. Emmanuel’s residences in Akwa Ibom were recalled over the weekend. The former Governor’s Special Assistant, Barrister Steve Abia, confirmed […]

Suspected Fulani Herdsmen Invade Enugu Community, Kill Farmer, Maim Others

By Erewunmi Peace Tension has gripped parts of Enugu State following the latest attack by suspected armed herdsmen that left one farmer dead and several others injured in Onoli community, Awgu Local Government Area. Eyewitnesses told reporters that the attackers invaded the farming settlement in the early hours of Saturday, inflicting machete wounds on villagers […]

Military Arrests 16 Officers Over Indiscipline, Violations of Service Regulations

By Erewunmi Peace The Armed Forces of Nigeria have confirmed the arrest of sixteen military officers over allegations of indiscipline and violations of service regulations. Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday, noting that the arrests followed investigations into recent acts that contravened the military’s code […]

Nigerians in UK Fear Rising Racism After BBC Expose

By Erewunmi Peace A recent BBC Panorama investigation has sparked widespread concern among Nigerian residents in the United Kingdom after uncovering evidence of racism, misogyny, and abuse of power within London’s Metropolitan Police. The undercover footage, filmed at Charing Cross Police Station, revealed shocking remarks made by some officers about immigrants and minority communities. The […]