By Peace Erewunmi Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed the Federal High Court judgment affirming the leadership of the party under former Senate President David Mark, describing the decision as a victory for constitutional democracy, the rule of law, and judicial independence. The judgment followed […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the Nigeria Police Force for thwarting an alleged assassination attempt on the Director-General of its governorship campaign council, Hon. Wole Oke, while calling for a comprehensive investigation to identify and prosecute everyone connected to the incident. The alleged attack reportedly […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is increasingly being viewed by some political observers as pursuing a gradual form of restructuring through constitutional amendments, policy reforms, and institutional changes rather than convening a Sovereign National Conference or initiating a wholesale constitutional rewrite. Since assuming office in May 2023, the Tinubu administration has introduced a series of […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has clarified that it has not approved Adire fabric as the new official uniform for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), following widespread reports suggesting that the scheme’s iconic khaki attire had been replaced. The clarification was issued by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, who […]
The chairman of the Interparty Advisory Council, IPAC, Mr. Akinropo Philip, who also is the chairman of Accord Party in Ekiti State, analyses the Ekiti 2026 governorship election.
By Peace Erewunmi Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has reportedly been arrested by security operatives at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu while preparing to board a chartered flight to Abuja. Multiple media reports indicate that the arrest was carried out on Wednesday morning following ongoing investigations linked to […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has emphasized that intelligence sharing and inter-agency collaboration remain critical tools in addressing evolving security threats confronting the country. The agency stated that modern security challenges require coordinated responses among security institutions rather than isolated operations. The position was reiterated during a national study tour by participants […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revoked the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks across the country, citing their failure to meet regulatory requirements necessary for continued operation as licensed financial institutions. The revocation took effect on July 1, 2026, following approval by the Governor of the CBN, Olayemi Cardoso. According […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government is considering a major amendment to Nigeria’s anti-drug laws that would eliminate the option of fines for convicted drug traffickers and replace it with mandatory prison sentences. The proposed reform is being championed in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) as part of efforts to strengthen […]
By Peace Erewunmi The United States Supreme Court has reaffirmed the constitutional principle of birthright citizenship in a landmark ruling, maintaining that children born on American soil are entitled to U.S. citizenship regardless of their parents’ immigration status. The decision reinforces a long-standing interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment and marks a significant moment in the […]
By Peace Erewunmi Residents across several communities in Lagos State are counting their losses after persistent and heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding, submerging homes, roads, shops, and business premises while disrupting daily activities across the state. The flooding, which followed hours of intense rainfall, left many families stranded and caused significant damage to property and […]
By Peace Erewunmi Veteran journalist and public affairs analyst, Igho Akeregha, has argued that none of Nigeria’s leading opposition politicians possesses the individual political strength required to defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Akeregha assessed the evolving political landscape ahead of the next general […]
By Peace Erewunmi Fresh controversy has emerged within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following reports that the party has quietly resolved disputes arising from its 2027 primary elections by adopting candidate lists backed largely by state governors, despite protests from aggrieved aspirants across several states. According to party sources, the APC National Working Committee […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered more than ₦38.6 billion in cash and several landed properties as part of its ongoing investigation into the alleged diversion of funds released for the rehabilitation and turnaround maintenance of Nigeria’s state-owned refineries. The recovery marks a major breakthrough in one of the […]
By Peace Erewunmi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded one of its biggest drug seizures of the year after intercepting 4,959 kilograms of Canadian Loud, a potent strain of cannabis, valued at approximately ₦12.397 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The operation forms part of the agency’s intensified crackdown on drug […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of being behind efforts to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), describing the development as a threat to Nigeria’s democratic system and multiparty politics. Atiku made the allegation following a ruling by […]
By Peace Erewunmi Fresh concerns have emerged over political violence in Osun State after a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Taofeek Mustapha, was reportedly shot during an attack by suspected political thugs in Osogbo, the state capital. The incident occurred in the Oluode-Aranyin area on Saturday, further heightening tensions ahead of the August […]
By Peace Erewunmi The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, has begun to decline following decisive intervention by the Federal Government aimed at addressing supply disruptions, hoarding, and market manipulation within the sector. The development comes after an emergency meeting convened by the government with key stakeholders in the gas […]
By Peace Erewunmi Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has encouraged Nigerians, particularly women and vulnerable groups, to consider small-scale businesses such as akara frying, roasted corn sales, and kuli-kuli production as a means of generating income and improving their livelihoods. The First Lady made the remarks while speaking to State House correspondents after the […]
By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act 2026 into law, introducing a new legal framework aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s digital identity system, enhancing cybersecurity, and accelerating the country’s digital transformation agenda. The new legislation repeals and replaces the NIMC Act of 2007, establishing a modern identity […]
