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Africa CDC Appoints Osinbajo as Senior Strategic Adviser to Director-General

By Erewunmi Peace The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has appointed Nigeria’s former Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo, as Senior Strategic Adviser to its Director-General, Jean Kaseya. The appointment, announced on Monday, comes at a critical time as the agency advances its Africa Health Security and Sovereignty (AHSS) agenda. This initiative focuses on […]

INEC Suspends Planned Voter Revalidation Exercise Nationwide

By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) across the country to immediately suspend plans for the proposed voter revalidation exercise. The directive, issued in an official communication from INEC headquarters, instructed state electoral offices to halt all ongoing publicity and preparations related to the exercise pending […]

Millions of Children Out of School in Northern Nigeria Raise Concerns About Future

By Erewunmi Peace Concerns are growing across Nigeria as millions of children, particularly in the northern region, remain out of school, raising fears about the long-term impact on the country’s development. Recent reports estimate that Nigeria has over 18 million out-of-school children, one of the highest figures globally. A significant percentage of these children are […]

Troops Repel Terrorists, Rescue 31 Hostages During Easter Church Attack in Kaduna

By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian troops have successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a church in Kaduna State, rescuing 31 abducted worshippers during an Easter service. According to reports, the attack occurred while Christians gathered to celebrate Easter, one of the most significant events in the Christian calendar. Armed assailants stormed the church, causing panic among […]

Ekiti 2026: A Voice for Oyebanji and Fatunla

Aare Sulaima, National Vice President of Ansarudeen Society of Nigeria and APC member in Ikole-Ekiti, supports Biodun Oyebanji’s return and acknowledges the contributions of Honourable Femi Fatunla of the Ekiti State House of Assembly.

CNG Bus Explosion Rocks Kaduna Terminus, Raises Safety Concerns

By Erewunmi Peace A compressed natural gas (CNG) powered bus exploded at a busy transport terminus in Kaduna, causing panic among commuters and raising fresh concerns about the safety of alternative fuel vehicles in Nigeria. The incident, which occurred at a crowded motor park, reportedly led to a fire outbreak that affected nearby vehicles and […]

FBI Warns iPhone and Android Users About Risks From Certain Foreign Apps

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a cybersecurity advisory warning iPhone and Android users about potential risks linked to certain foreign-developed mobile applications. While the alert does not ban any specific apps, it highlights serious privacy and data security concerns. According to the FBI, some apps, particularly those developed outside […]

ADC Crisis: Kachikwu Alleges Attempt to Hijack Party Leadership

By Erewunmi Peace A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, Dumebi Kachikwu, has alleged that there is an ongoing attempt by certain individuals to hijack the leadership structure of the party. Kachikwu, who previously contested under the ADC platform, expressed concern over recent internal developments, warning that the actions of some political actors could threaten […]

Why Tinubu Remained at Jos Airport During Plateau Visit – Presidency Explains

By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has clarified why President Bola Ahmed Tinubu did not leave the airport during his recent visit to Jos, Plateau State, following deadly attacks in the region. The President’s decision to remain at the airport and meet victims there has sparked mixed reactions from Nigerians, with many questioning the nature of […]

Legacy of waste: Inside Nigeria’s mega refineries gulping billions, producing nothing

The country’s four petrochemical refineries, which have become money-guzzling behemoths, have continued to gulp millions of taxpayers’ dollars, emptied into them by administration after administration, without commensurate utility. A picture of the saprophytic nature of the refineries can be gleaned from the $3.14 billion invested in revamping three of the four refineries, which remain comatose. […]

Global Oil Disruption Hits 20% Supply, Solar Energy Helps Reduce Impact

By Erewunmi Peace A major disruption to global oil supply is raising fresh concerns across international markets, as tensions around key shipping routes continue to affect energy distribution worldwide. Reports indicate that nearly one-fifth of global oil trade has been impacted, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz — a critical passage through which a significant […]

Kano Set for Political Realignment as Shekarau Considers Return to APC

By Erewunmi Peace Fresh indications of a possible political realignment are emerging in Kano State as former governor Ibrahim Shekarau is reportedly considering a return to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The development has sparked renewed discussions within political circles, particularly as parties begin early positioning ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to multiple […]

NDLEA’s Global Recognition at UK Maritime Security Conference Excites Marwa

By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mohammed Buba Marwa, has expressed satisfaction over the agency’s growing international recognition following its participation in a major maritime security conference in the United Kingdom. Marwa described the development as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s anti-narcotics efforts, noting that the invitation to […]

Africa Must Curb Illicit Financial Flows to Fund Development — Zacch Adedeji

By Erewunmi Peace Zacch Adedeji, executive chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), has urged African countries to mobilise domestic resources and curb illicit financial flows (IFFs) to drive development across the continent. Speaking at the 5th African Union (AU) sub-committee on tax and illicit financial flows in Abuja on Tuesday, Adedeji highlighted that tax […]

NDLEA and US DEA Strengthen Fight Against Drug Financing in Nigeria

By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (US-DEA) have renewed their commitment to combating drug trafficking and dismantling the financial networks that fuel organized crime, terrorism, and violent extremism in Nigeria. The pledge was made during a strategic workshop in Abuja on Tuesday, led by […]

Nigeria Generates 32 Million Tonnes of Solid Waste Annually — NACCIMA

By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria produces more than 32 million tonnes of solid waste every year, the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has revealed. Speaking on Monday at a stakeholders’ interactive session in Abuja, Sola Obadimu, NACCIMA’s Director-General, highlighted the urgent need for improved waste management and cleaner production techniques […]

Anambra Agency Destroys ₦80 Million Worth of Illicit Drugs in Onitsha

By Erewunmi Peace The Anambra State Special Anti‑Touting Squad (SASA) has destroyed illicit drugs worth approximately ₦80 million during coordinated raids in Onitsha and other towns across Anambra State. The operations, which targeted illegal drug dealers and traffickers, also covered towns including Nsugbe, Umuchu, Oba, Ojoto, Nkpor, and Nkwelle Ezunaka. Officials say the raids were […]

Minister Umahi Opens Section of Enugu–Onitsha Expressway

By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of Works, Sen. David Umahi, has officially opened a section of the Enugu–Onitsha Expressway, marking a major milestone in the reconstruction of one of the South-East’s busiest highways. The partial opening, which covers approximately 15 km, was aimed at easing traffic flow, especially during theEaster travel season. Minister Umahi described the […]