By Erewunmi Peace A Kaduna State High Court has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to pay ₦15 million in damages to former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and others for violating their fundamental right to peaceful assembly and association. Justice Edward Andow, who presided over the case, ruled that the police acted unlawfully by disrupting political meetings […]
By Erewunmi Peace The mother of a Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) student, identified as Olawale Ayomide, has spoken out after reports surfaced that her son and other students were allegedly forced by police officers in Ogun State to record false confessions denying an extortion incident. According to verified reports by Punch and Legit.ng, […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria is intensifying efforts to make natural gas the country’s primary fuel source, as part of a national energy transition plan aimed at reducing reliance on petrol, diesel, and firewood. Through policies like the Decade of Gas Initiative and the Presidential CNG Programme, the government envisions a future […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Kenyan Prime Minister and five-time presidential candidate Raila Odinga has passed away at the age of 80. He died on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from cardiac arrest while undergoing Ayurvedic treatment in Kerala, India. Odinga was a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, widely known for his efforts to promote democracy and […]
By Erewunmi Peace A forgery scandal has rocked the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Abuja, following claims that Mr. Nwankwoeze Williamson Chijioke, Director of Lands in the Mass Housing Department (MHD) of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), allegedly forged his Ordinary National Diploma (OND) certificate. Chijioke is accused of presenting a purported OND certificate […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Igbo National Union Worldwide (INU-W) has expressed deep concern over what it describes as the continued demolition of Igbo-owned properties and businesses in Lagos State. In a statement signed by its Administrative Secretary, Mazi Austin-Mary Ndukwu, the union faulted both the Federal Government and prominent Yoruba leaders for maintaining silence on […]
By Erewunmi Peace A fresh controversy has erupted at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) after SaharaReporters published a report alleging that a group of suspected “hired” students attacked staff during a meeting and that the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, who was described in some reports as “suspended,” was implicated. SaharaReporters said it obtained a […]
By Erewunmi Peace The former Minister of Special Duties and co-chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention Planning Committee, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), has declared that the party’s mission to reclaim the Presidential Villa in 2027 has officially begun. Turaki made the statement during the PDP National Convention held in Abuja, where party leaders […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a Lagos-based businessman, Ugoh Christogonus Onyewuchi, before the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, over an alleged theft of ₦215,800,000 (Two Hundred and Fifteen Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira). Onyewuchi, who is the Chief Executive Officer of C-PAC Integrated Service Nigeria, was […]
By Erewunmi Peace Grief and shock have gripped parts of Kwara North as the names of 24 young men who died volunteering to protect their communities from terrorist attacks have been released. According to a report by Legit.ng, the deceased youths were among several local volunteers who confronted armed assailants that invaded communities in the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The father of the late Bilyaminu Bello has revealed that he personally appealed to the Federal Government and the Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy to grant clemency to his daughter-in-law, Maryam Sanda — the woman convicted of killing his son in 2017. Speaking after news of her release surfaced, Alhaji […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a major political shake-up ahead of the 2027 general elections, Senator Kaila Dahuwa Samaila, representing Bauchi North Senatorial District, has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The development, confirmed on Monday, has sent ripples through Nigeria’s northern political landscape, as Senator […]
By Erewunmi Peace Germany, Australia, and Avocats Sans Frontières France (ASF France) have renewed calls for Nigeria to take urgent steps toward abolishing the death penalty and commuting existing death sentences. Speaking during a national dialogue organized by ASF France in Abuja to mark the World Day Against the Death Penalty, representatives from the German […]
By Otunba Tunde Falola Esq The recent nomination of Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN) as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has sparked renewed debate about the future of elections in Nigeria. Coming at a time when public confidence in the electoral system is at its lowest ebb, his appointment offers both a glimmer […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured the support of the Qatar Foundation to address the long-standing Almajiri and out-of-school children crisis across the country. Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, recently met with Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned, Chairperson of the Qatar Foundation, in Doha, Qatar, where both parties […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned neurosurgeon and public policy advocate, Professor Wale Sulaiman (CON), has urged Nigerians to rise above tribal and religious sentiments in politics, stressing the need for a shift towards issue-based political engagement as a pathway to national development. Prof. Sulaiman made this call while addressing supporters and concerned citizens on the state […]
By Erewunmi Peace United States President Donald Trump has stirred conversation after admitting he is unsure about his chances of making heaven. Speaking with reporters aboard Air Force One on Saturday, Trump reflected on his faith and life choices, saying: “I don’t think there’s anything going to get me in heaven. I really don’t. I […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned Nigerian evangelist and founder of the Uma Ukpai Evangelistic Association, Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, has passed away at the age of 80. According to multiple reports confirmed on his official social media page, Rev. Ukpai died on October 6, 2025. The family of the revered preacher also released a statement confirming […]
By Erewunmi Peace Renowned Nigerian activist and labour leader, Comrade Abiodun Aremu, has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Ota, Ogun State. Reports confirm that the tragic incident occurred on Sunday, October 12, 2025, near his residence. He was reportedly hit by a speeding vehicle while crossing the road and was rushed […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated 21 new shuttle buses to Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State. The donation, confirmed by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Olarewaju, marks the first phase of a 50-bus project promised by the First Lady to support the institution’s internal transport system. […]
