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Senate Unveils Major Reforms To Transform Nigeria’s Agricultural Colleges

By Erewunmi Peace In a bold move to reposition Nigeria’s agricultural education system, the Nigerian Senate has launched a comprehensive reform agenda targeting the nation’s agricultural colleges. The initiative, announced during a strategic session with stakeholders in Abuja, aims to align these institutions with global best practices while fostering innovation, sustainability, and food security. Senator […]

Kachikwu Warns Opposition Coalition: “You’re on a Slippery Slope”

By Erewunmi Peace Former presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dumebi Kachikwu, has issued a stern warning to opposition leaders who recently adopted the ADC as their 2027 platform, calling the move “unconstitutional” and “doomed to fail.” Kachikwu, who contested the 2023 presidential elections under the ADC, expressed concern that the coalition is […]

‘Nigerians Must Go’ – Protest Erupts in Ghana Over Rising Insecurity

By Erewunmi Peace Tensions flared in Ghana’s capital on Saturday as dozens of protesters took to the streets, demanding the expulsion of Nigerians from the country. The demonstration, which erupted around the busy Obra Spot area of Accra, was fueled by growing claims that Nigerians are behind increasing levels of crime, prostitution, and social instability […]

2027: Gang-Up Against Tinubu Will Amount to Nothing – APC’s Dotun Babayemi

By Erewunmi Peace A frontline aspirant in the upcoming Osun State governorship election, Dotun Babayemi, has dismissed any opposition plans to prevent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, describing them as “futile and baseless.” Babayemi, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), made this declaration during his ward-to-ward consultation in Ayedire Local Government […]

Dangote: Tinubu’s Economic Reforms Are Reviving the Private Sector

By Erewunmi Peace President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has expressed strong support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic policies, stating that the reforms are reviving investor confidence and boosting private sector activity across Nigeria. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, to the […]

NPSA Raises Alarm Over Foreign Economic Policies: “They’re Hurting Nigeria, Not Helping”

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) has expressed strong concerns over the country’s continued reliance on foreign economic advice, warning that such externally driven strategies are undermining national progress. In a communique issued at the end of its second virtual conference, NPSA — led by its president, Professor Hassan Saliu — emphasized […]

Buhari’s Death and the Battle for 2027: A Political Turning Point?

By Erewunmi Peace Just days before the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, July 13, 2025, Nigeria’s political landscape was already being stirred. Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Boss Mustapha, ignited a fresh debate over the political legacy and electoral power of the late president. Speaking at the public […]

Lagos Socialite Abu Abel Arrested Over ₦447 Million Land Fraud

By Erewunmi Peace Popular Lagos-based socialite and real estate figure, Olaseni Johnson Olayinika, widely known as Abu Abel, has been arrested by operatives of the Force Criminal Investigations Department (FCID), Alagbon, for his alleged involvement in a ₦447 million land scam. Arrest After Weeks on the Run Acting on the orders of the Assistant Inspector-General […]

South-East Group Pledges ₦200 Million for Tinubu’s 2027 Presidential Bid

By Erewunmi Peace A political support group based in the South-East, the South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA), has pledged ₦200 million to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election campaign for the 2027 general elections under the All Progressives Congress (APC). The announcement was made during a gathering in Owerri, the capital of Imo State, […]

Traders Count Heavy Losses As Power Outage Cripples Osun’s Biggest Shopping Complex

By: Erewunmi Peace Business owners at Orisumbare Shopping Complex, Osun State’s largest and oldest shopping hub, are lamenting severe financial losses following a prolonged power outage that has persisted for nearly two months. The complex, home to over 270 shops and offices, has been plunged into darkness, forcing many businesses to close down, reduce operations, […]

Kwara State Prioritizes Cashew Value Chain to Boost Agro-Processing, Jobs

By: Erewunmi Peace The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to developing the cashew value chain, aiming to position the state as a major hub for agro-processing, exports, and youth empowerment. Speaking during a recent tour of agro-processing facilities, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq emphasized the importance of shifting from raw cashew exportation to value-added processing, […]

EFCC Warns Nigerians of New Fraud Scheme Involving Fake Promos, Identity Theft

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 […]

U.S. Tightens Restrictions on Immigrants’ Access to Federal Health and Social Services

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, […]

FIRS to Penalize Companies Over Undocumented Transactions, Undisclosed Office Addresses

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 […]

Afenifere Aligns with Presidency, Debunks Kwankwaso’s Bias Allegation Against Tinubu

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 […]

Akwa Ibom Reaffirms Ownership of 76 Oil Wells, Warns Against Incitement

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 […]

FG Arrests Foreigners Attempting to Illegally Obtain Nigerian Passports

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 […]

Veteran Music Producer Femi Lasode Dies at 69

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 […]