By Erewunmi Peace Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has once again launched a scathing attack on former President Olusegun Obasanjo, describing him as “very irresponsible” in a strongly worded message that has gone viral. The fresh outburst followed Obasanjo’s remarks at Fayose’s 65th birthday celebration, where the former president allegedly made comments that Fayose […]
By. Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the full preparatory timetable for the highly anticipated 2027 General Elections. The schedule outlines critical activities for political parties, voters, and all stakeholders as the nation begins its countdown to another electoral cycle. This announcement marks the first major step toward the 2027 […]
By Erewunmi Peace Dan Ochima Agbese, a towering figure in Nigerian journalism and one of the co-founders of Newswatch magazine, has died at the age of 81.His family confirmed in a statement that he passed away on Monday morning in Lagos. Agbese was born on 12 May 1944 in Agila, Ado LGA, Benue State. He […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria is set to witness a major boost in its gas-powered transportation system as the Federal Government, through the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF), has announced plans to roll out 500 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) refuelling stations across the country. The project is part of a strategic partnership involving the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The political landscape in Taraba State took a dramatic turn on Monday as the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Kizito Bonzena, alongside several lawmakers elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The development, which occurred during a plenary session […]
By Erewunmi Peace Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the recent expulsion of his principal from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the party’s Ibadan convention as nothing more than a “social party.” The PDP had, during […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has unveiled a series of ambitious multibillion-dollar programmes aimed at transforming Nigeria’s power and energy sectors, with a strong focus on renewable energy, expanded electricity access, and nationwide infrastructure upgrades. The new strategy, which cuts across power generation, distribution, gas development, and clean-energy expansion, is expected to mobilize over […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully dismantled multiple drug syndicates operating across six states, seizing over 14,000 kilograms of cannabis (skunk) and other controlled substances, in a major crackdown on narcotics trafficking. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, the operations were intelligence-led and coordinated, targeting key drug distribution hubs […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that former Ondo State governorship candidate under the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Bamidele Akingboye, was murdered. The confirmation followed the release of the autopsy and toxicology reports, which ruled out natural causes and indicated that the late politician was a victim of foul play. Following […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to announce a new list of ambassadorial appointments “very, very soon,” following months of anticipation after the recall of all Nigerian envoys. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed that the President is finalizing the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) has threatened to shut down electricity supply across the country following an alleged attack on its members at a Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) substation in Imo State. According to the union, some workers were allegedly assaulted, held hostage, and forcefully removed from the facility […]
Waziri Adio First, let us honour where it is due. The conveners of the Lagos Book and Art Festival (LABAF) deserve our special commendation for organising this event consistently since 1999 — a remarkable feat within our context. Beyond its cultural significance, LABAF stands as a testament to tenacity and ingenuity. Long may it continue. […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to suspend its national convention scheduled to hold in Ibadan this weekend, pending the nomination of former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido. Justice Peter Lifu issued the order while delivering judgment in a suit filed by Lamido, who accused […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL) has called on the Federal Government to reconsider its recent decision to cancel the National Language Policy introduced in 2022. The policy, which promoted the use of mother-tongue or indigenous languages as the medium of instruction in the early years of education, was recently scrapped by […]
By Erewunmi Peace Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has said the military had no legal authority to prevent the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, from inspecting a disputed plot of land in Abuja. Falana reacted to the recent confrontation between Wike and a naval officer during an inspection visit to […]
By Erewunmi Peace Six senior directors of Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Defence have been abducted along the Kabba–Lokoja highway in Kogi State while traveling from Lagos to Abuja. Reports indicate the kidnapping occurred on 11 November 2025 as the officials were en route for a director-level promotion examination. The victims, identified as Mrs. Ngozi Ibeziakor, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested 20 suspects across multiple states, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau, and Ondo, in a series of intelligence-led operations conducted between October and November 2025. The suspects are reportedly involved in kidnapping, armed robbery, terrorism, vandalism of critical infrastructure, […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reappointed Retired Major General Mohammed Buba Marwa as Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for a second five-year term, extending his leadership until 2031. Marwa, who has served as NDLEA chairman since 2021, is widely recognized for his efforts in combating drug trafficking and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a 60 percent increase in the federal health budget, a move aimed at strengthening the nation’s healthcare system and improving access to quality services. According to reports, the health budget has risen from approximately ₦131.5 billion in 2024 to nearly ₦299 billion in 2026. The […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on the Nigerian Navy to issue an unreserved apology to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike following a recent confrontation involving a naval officer. PANDEF’s National Chairman, Ambassador Boladei Igali, described the naval officer’s conduct as disrespectful and said it undermined both Minister Wike’s authority and […]
