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ASUU Rejects Renaming of University of Maiduguri After Late Buhari, Demands Immediate Reversal

By Erewunmi Peace The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), University of Maiduguri chapter, has firmly rejected the Federal Government’s decision to rename the institution after the late President Muhammadu Buhari. This announcement, made during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session on July 17, was part of a broader initiative to honor late national […]

Osun APC, Adeleke Deny Defection Plans Amid Rumored Tinubu Invitation

By Erewunmi Peace Fresh controversy has emerged in Osun State following unconfirmed reports suggesting that former Governor Gboyega Oyetola and the Osun chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are allegedly blocking a supposed move by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to invite Governor Ademola Adeleke into the party. However, credible sources within both the APC […]

EFCC Secures Final Forfeiture of Galaxy Hospital, N333m, Petrol Stations, and Lands

By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the final forfeiture of Galaxy Hospital in Maiduguri, over N333 million, several petrol stations, and landed properties across four states to the Federal Government of Nigeria. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja delivered the ruling following a motion filed […]

EFCC Chairman: 18 Sitting Governors Under Investigation

By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, has revealed that the anti-graft agency is currently investigating 18 sitting state governors for alleged corruption and financial misappropriation. Speaking during a sensitization event in Abuja on Friday, Olukoyede disclosed that the investigations are ongoing despite the governors currently […]

From Farm to Future: FG Launches Mega Food Security Projects Across South-West States

By Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to tackle food insecurity and modernize agriculture, the Federal Government of Nigeria has rolled out a series of large-scale food security projects across the South-West geopolitical zone. Tagged “From Farm to Future,” the initiative aims to boost crop production, improve irrigation, and empower farmers with sustainable technologies. According […]

Ekiti Seeks ₦175.75 Billion NRDF Grant to Boost Agriculture, Solid Minerals, and Tourism

By Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to reshape its economic future, the Government of Ekiti State has formally requested a ₦175.75 billion grant from the Natural Resources Development Fund (NRDF) to fund transformative projects across agriculture, solid minerals, and tourism. The proposal was presented during a strategic meeting with the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and […]

4,000 CNG Trucks: Panic Grips Tanker Drivers as Dangote, Marketers Seal New Fuel Distribution Deal

By Erewunmi Peace A major disruption is looming in Nigeria’s fuel distribution network as Dangote Refinery, in partnership with licensed oil marketers, prepares to deploy 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks nationwide. The move, set to begin on August 15, 2025, has sparked widespread concern among independent petroleum tanker drivers, many of whom fear job […]

“Party Structures, Societal Beliefs Too Rigid for Us” – Why Women Still Struggle in Nigerian Politics

By Erewunmi Peace Despite decades of advocacy for gender equality and inclusion, women’s participation in Nigerian politics remains disturbingly low. Stakeholders across the country have pointed to deeply entrenched party structures and rigid societal beliefs as the core reasons many women are still excluded from meaningful political leadership. Speaking at a recent policy forum on […]

Ifa Council Threatens to Sue Ogun Government, Awujale’s Family Over Burial Rites

By Erewunmi Peace The International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) has announced its intention to take legal action against the Ogun State Government and the family of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, over what it describes as a violation of traditional burial rites. According to the council, the Islamic burial rites […]

Plateau Government Demands Withdrawal of Soldiers from Flashpoints, Calls for Police Deployment

By Erewunmi Peace In response to the recent wave of violent attacks in Plateau State, the state government has demanded the immediate withdrawal of military personnel from key flashpoints, particularly in the Riyom Local Government Area. The government insists that the Nigeria Police Force, specifically Mobile Police units (MOPOL), would be more effective in addressing […]

FCC, ICPC Partner to Combat Job Racketeering in Nigeria

By Erewunmi Peace In a strategic move to restore transparency and fairness in Nigeria’s recruitment processes, the Federal Character Commission (FCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have announced a joint initiative to tackle job racketeering in Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the country. During a high-level meeting held […]

Tinubu Appoints IBB’s Son, Muhammad Babangida, as Chairman of Bank of Agriculture

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muhammad Babangida, the first son of former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), as the Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). The announcement was made on Thursday, July 18, as part of a broader restructuring of key federal agencies aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s agricultural and […]

“Cabal Members Bypassed Me to Smuggle Memos to Buhari” — Ex-Chief of Staff Gambari Reveals

By Erewunmi Peace Former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, has revealed that during his tenure at the Presidency, certain influential insiders—often referred to as the “cabal”—bypassed him to deliver memos directly to the president. Gambari made this revelation during an interview on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, aired on Channels […]

FG Suspends Paramilitary Recruitment, Portal to Reopen July 21

By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has announced a temporary suspension of the ongoing recruitment into Nigeria’s paramilitary agencies due to technical issues encountered on its application portal. The suspension affects recruitment into the following agencies: Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Fire Service (FFS) Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) […]

Customs Seizes ₦20.5 Billion Worth of Illicit Drugs at Onne Port

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has made a major breakthrough in the fight against drug smuggling with the interception of 16 containers, 11 of which were found to contain illicit pharmaceutical products with a duty-paid value of ₦20.5 billion at the Onne Port in Rivers State. The seizure was carried out by […]

Lagos Breaks New Ground with Nigeria’s First Local Government-Owned Radio Station

By Erewunmi Peace In a landmark moment for grassroots communication, the Lagos State Government has launched Ishokan 106.7 FM, Nigeria’s first radio station fully owned and operated by a Local Government Authority (LGA). The new station, established by the Mushin Local Government Area, was officially unveiled at its headquarters on Oliyide Street in Mushin, with […]

South-South Region Contributed Over 21% to Nigeria’s GDP in 2024 – CIBN

By Erewunmi Peace The South-South geopolitical zone contributed more than ₦34 trillion, representing over 21% of Nigeria’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, according to the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN). The revelation was made during the South-South Zonal Banking & Finance Conference held in Calabar on July 17–18, 2025. Speaking at […]

EFCC Arrests 23 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Abia

By Erewunmi Peace The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 23 suspected internet fraudsters in Umuahia, Abia State, in a coordinated operation that targeted an alleged cybercrime training centre. According to an official statement released by the EFCC’s Uyo Zonal Directorate, the arrests were made on Thursday, July 18, following intelligence that led […]