By Peace Erewunmi The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed reports claiming that the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Rilwan Disu, ordered officers to shoot criminals or anyone carrying illegal firearms on sight, describing the reports as false and misleading. In a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the police […]
By Peace Erewunmi Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma has disclosed that the five governors of Nigeria’s South-East region have resolved to work together in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in the 2027 general election. Uzodimma made the disclosure during a state banquet held in Owerri, Imo State, at the conclusion of the […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has indefinitely suspended two lecturers in its Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering over allegations of extortion and violations of the institution’s regulations. The decision followed the recommendations of a committee established to investigate complaints against the staff members. The affected lecturers, Dr. […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has approved a reduction in textbook assessment and ranking fees, providing relief for publishers and authors ahead of the implementation of the National Textbook Ranking System scheduled to commence in September 2026. The decision is aimed at easing the financial burden on stakeholders in the publishing industry while encouraging […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Lagos State Governor and former Minister of Works, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), has ruled out any ambition to contest for the presidency of Nigeria, dismissing speculations linking him with a possible presidential bid. Speaking during an interview on TVC, Fashola gave a direct response when asked whether he intended to run […]
By Peace Erewunmi Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has successfully completed a landmark US$2.5 billion private equity placement, in what the company described as Africa’s largest publicly disclosed primary equity private placement by value. The fundraising marks a major milestone in the refinery’s long-term expansion strategy. According to the company, the offer was 3.7 times […]
By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major expansion of the Nigerian Army, increasing its operational structure from eight to 12 divisions and authorising the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel to strengthen the country’s security architecture. The approval is part of a broader effort to improve the military’s capacity to tackle terrorism, […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Oyo State Deputy Governor Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja has disclosed that the late former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige, sponsored his education in the United Kingdom, while President Bola Ahmed Tinubu later intervened to restore his security details after they were withdrawn by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde. Arapaja […]
By Peace Erewunmi President-elect of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Olumide Akpata Badejo-Okusanya, has dismissed allegations that he is a candidate of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration, insisting that his loyalty is to the legal profession and the rule of law. Responding to claims of political affiliation, Badejo-Okusanya stated that he was elected by […]
By Peace Erewunmi Research Professor at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Femi Otubanjo, has said the North is reassured that if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu secures a second term in office, he will not be constitutionally eligible to seek a third term. Speaking on Nigeria’s political outlook ahead of the 2027 general election, […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Chancellor of Thomas Adewumi University, Dr. Johnson Bamidele Oyedepo, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of a Nigerian Army battalion in Omu-Aran, Kwara State, describing the move as a significant step toward improving security in the region. Oyedepo said the approval would enhance the protection of lives […]
By Peace Erewunmi The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commenced a nationwide enforcement exercise to remove banned sachet alcoholic beverages and alcoholic drinks packaged in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles below 200ml from circulation across Nigeria. The agency said the operation follows the expiration of the transition period granted to […]
By Peace Erewunmi Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has publicly endorsed Kingsley Chinda as his preferred successor for the state’s governorship election, declaring his support for the Rainbow Coalition led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The announcement marks a significant political realignment after months of tension between the two leaders. […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has submitted documentary evidence to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in support of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process and enhance national security during elections. The documents were presented during a meeting with the President as part of broader consultations on electoral […]
By Peace Erewunmi A Kaduna State High Court has sentenced businessman Gbotemi Adebiyi to eight years’ imprisonment for obtaining ₦29 million under false pretences and issuing a dud cheque as repayment. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) prosecuted Adebiyi on charges bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and issuing a dishonoured cheque. According […]
By Peace Erewunmi Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, has raised concerns over a worsening cholera outbreak in Borno State, warning that the rapid increase in suspected cases is placing enormous pressure on health facilities across the state. According to MSF, treatment centres have been overwhelmed by the growing number of […]
By Peace Erewunmi A senior commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), Abu Salim al-Barnawi, has been killed during a failed attack on a Nigerian military base in the North-East, according to military authorities. Operation HADIN KAI confirmed that Abu Salim, who served as the terrorist group’s chief photographer, videographer and a senior […]
By Peace Erewunmi Despite ongoing military operations and government efforts to combat insecurity, more than 500 kidnapped victims are reportedly still being held captive by terrorists and bandits in forests across northern Nigeria. The victims are believed to have been abducted in separate attacks across states including Borno, Kaduna, Kwara and Zamfara. Many of the […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, has recounted a conversation he said he had with bandits during a past kidnapping ordeal, revealing that one of the abductors claimed they could not stop their violent activities because they believed they were “doing the work of God.” According to Kaigama, he […]
By Peace Erewunmi Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has sparked widespread reactions online following comments she made while speaking about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bid for a second term in the 2027 general election. Speaking at a public event, the First Lady urged Nigerians to remain focused on the administration’s programmes, stating that criticism […]
