By: Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised alarm over a rising wave of cyber fraud involving fake promotional campaigns, investment offers, and compromised fintech accounts. The commission warns that thousands of Nigerians — especially youths — are unknowingly becoming both victims and accomplices in these schemes. How the Scam Works […]
By: Erewunmi Peace Thousands of Nigerian professionals working in the United Kingdom are facing uncertainty and potential deportation after the UK government removed over 100 mid-level jobs from the list of eligible roles for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker programme. The policy, announced by the UK Home Office on July 22, 2025, is part […]
Date: July 26, 2025By: Erewunmi Peace The United States government has enacted a sweeping new policy that significantly limits access to federally funded healthcare and support services for immigrants—especially undocumented individuals and some with legal status. Under the new directive, issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on July 10, 2025, […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), now operating under the new Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) framework, has announced strict enforcement of the Tax Administration Act 2025, set to take effect from January 1, 2026. This move aims to strengthen tax compliance across Nigeria, especially among small, medium, and large-scale businesses. Key Offenses […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The pan-Yoruba socio-political group Afenifere has dismissed recent claims by former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration of marginalizing the North in favor of the South. In a statement issued by Otunba Kole Omololu, Afenifere’s National Organising Secretary, the group described Kwankwaso’s comments as “grossly misleading […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has launched an investigation into reports that a Chinese mining firm operating in the Central African Republic (CAR) abandoned six Nigerian miners in a remote forest region, leaving them unpaid and stranded for months. The development follows a viral video that surfaced online earlier this week, showing […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Akwa Ibom State Government has once again reaffirmed its legal ownership of 76 offshore oil wells, warning individuals and political actors—especially from Cross River State—against spreading misinformation or inciting the public over an issue already resolved by the Supreme Court. In a firm statement released by the state’s Attorney General and […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed the arrest of several foreign nationals attempting to obtain Nigerian international passports through fraudulent means. The arrests were announced by the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nandap, during a recent workshop for Passport Control Officers in Abuja. She described the attempts […]
By: Erewunmi Peace Renowned Nigerian music producer, filmmaker, and cultural icon, Obafemi “Femi” Lasode, has passed away. He died on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 69, just a few months shy of his 70th birthday. The news of his passing was confirmed by Dr. Tee Mac Omatshola Iseli, former President of the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Professor Barth Nnaji, Chairman of Geometric Power, has called for urgent reforms in Nigeria’s energy pricing structure, emphasizing the need for realistic gas pricing and cost-reflective electricity tariffs to ensure sustainability in the power sector. Speaking at the Oriental News Conference held in Lagos on July 24, Prof. Nnaji warned that the […]
By Erewunmi Peace In a heartfelt tribute during the Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture held in Lagos, presidential adviser and veteran journalist Bayo Onanuga revealed how the late Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande once played a pivotal role in rescuing the defunct The News magazine from total collapse. Onanuga, who served as Editor-in-Chief of The News, disclosed […]
By Erewunmi Peace A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kassim Afegbua, has condemned the unrealistic expectations placed on Nigeria’s anti-corruption officers, arguing that no meaningful progress can be achieved when those tasked with fighting corruption are underpaid and inadequately equipped. Speaking during a media interaction, Afegbua emphasized that the current system requires a […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has strongly rejected recent criticism from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) concerning the current state of Nigeria’s diplomatic representation, particularly the delay in appointing ambassadors to various foreign missions. The government described the opposition party’s remarks as “baseless, alarmist, and politically motivated.” In a statement released by the Ministry […]
By: Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Presidency has strongly denied recent claims by former Kano State governor and 2023 NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, alleging that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has neglected Northern Nigeria in his administration’s development agenda. Kwankwaso made the statement during a constitutional stakeholders’ meeting in Kano on July 24, where he […]
The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, has called on the Supreme Court to mandate the Osun State Government to return seven months’ worth of local government allocations to the Minister of Finance. The request was included in a reply submitted by Fagbemi’s lawyer, Chief Akin Olujimi SAN, in response […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu came under intense pressure from a powerful oil cabal following the removal of fuel subsidies, but remained resolute in his decision. Shettima made the disclosure during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, […]
By Erewunmi Peace Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, Senator Bala Mohammed, has issued a stern warning to party members against maintaining dual allegiance to the PDP and the newly formed opposition coalition operating under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) platform. Speaking during the PDP stakeholders’ meeting in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented additional witnesses in the ongoing trial of former Kwara State Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed over an alleged ₦5.78 billion fraud involving the mismanagement of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) funds. At the resumed hearing on Monday, July 22, 2025, before Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar of […]
By Erewunmi Peace Civil servants and pensioners in Rivers State have expressed deep frustration over the ongoing audit and verification process ordered by the Emergency Administration led by Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), citing delays in the payment of salaries, pensions, and gratuities. The verification exercise, which began weeks ago, was expected to fast-track payments […]
By Erewunmi Peace In an extraordinary achievement for African music, Nigerian superstar Wizkid has become the first African artiste to surpass 9 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. This groundbreaking feat further cements Wizkid’s position as a global music icon, showcasing the growing influence of Afrobeats and African sounds on the international stage. Known […]
