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Truck Fire on Otedola Bridge in Lagos; Driver Escapes Unhurt

By Erewunmi Peace A truck was engulfed in flames on Saturday evening at the Otedola Bridge axis of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, causing panic among motorists and commuters in the area. According to reports, the truck, which was carrying an empty container, suddenly caught fire while in motion. The incident raised immediate concerns due to the […]

Meta Offers Up to $3,000 Monthly to Attract TikTok, YouTube Creators to Facebook

By Erewunmi Peace Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has unveiled a new initiative aimed at attracting content creators from rival platforms like TikTok and YouTube. The program, known as Creator Fast Track, offers financial incentives of up to $3,000 per month to selected creators who publish content on Facebook. The move comes as […]

Lagos Power Outage: EKEDC Begins Repairs After Gas Tanker Explosion

By Erewunmi Peace Residents across parts of Lagos experienced a major power outage following a gas tanker explosion along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, prompting swift response from the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC). The incident reportedly occurred in the Sangotedo area after a gas tanker was involved in a collision, triggering a massive fire that spread […]

Tinubu Was Right Not To Cancel State Visit Due To Maiduguri Åttåck, You Can’t Do That To UK—Akinyemi

By Erewunmi Peace Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bolaji Akinyemi, has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for proceeding with his state visit to the United Kingdom despite the recent security incident in Maiduguri. Speaking on the development on Friday edition of Arise News Morning Show, Akinyemi described the visit as significant and well-executed, noting that […]

Electricity Company Announces 4-Month Power Disruption in Parts of Lagos

By Erewunmi Peace Residents in some parts of Lagos State may experience irregular electricity supply following an announcement by Ikeja Electric regarding a planned four-month power disruption. According to the company, the outage is part of a scheduled maintenance and upgrade of a major 132kV Gas Insulated Substation. The project is aimed at improving power […]

Police Rescue Two, Arrest Three in Oyo Cocoa Research Institute Kidnap Incident

By Erewunmi Peace Security operatives have rescued two victims and arrested three suspects following a kidnapping incident at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident reportedly occurred when armed men abducted individuals believed to be cocoa farmers within the premises of the institute. The attack triggered a swift response […]

Tinubu Returns to Nigeria, Set to Spend Sallah in Lagos

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following an official visit to the United Kingdom and is set to spend the Sallah holiday in Lagos State. The President arrived in Lagos in the early hours of Friday, where he was received by top government officials and political associates. His return comes […]

YPP Sensitized Ekiti East for 2026 Election

In preparation for the June 20, 2026, governorship election, the Young Progressive Party (YPP) in Ekiti State began a strategic tour of local governments on Tuesday, March 18, 2026, starting with Ekiti East Local Government.

How New BVN Rules Will Curb Fraudulent Transactions

By Erewunmi Peace Recent updates to the Bank Verification Number (BVN) system by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) are expected to significantly reduce fraudulent transactions within the country’s banking sector. The new measures introduce stricter controls on BVN usage and management, aimed at strengthening identity verification and limiting opportunities for financial fraud. One of […]

Police Arrest 32 Suspects, Recover Arms in Kwara Forest Operations

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against banditry, following the arrest of 32 suspected criminals during coordinated operations in forest areas of Kwara State. The security operation targeted criminal hideouts across communities including Kaiama, Patigi, Gbugbu, and Tsaraji, where armed groups were reported to be operating. […]

Group Proposes Creation of Seven Confederal Republics in Nigeria

By Erewunmi Peace A socio-political group, the God and People Prayer Parliament, has proposed the restructuring of Nigeria into seven confederal republics as a solution to the country’s political and security challenges. The proposal, which has sparked public discussion, suggests dividing the country into regional entities with greater autonomy over governance, resources, and internal security. […]

Gunmen Attack Cocoa Research Institute in Ibadan, Oyo Police Respond

By Erewunmi Peace The Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria in Ibadan, Oyo State, was recently attacked by armed men, resulting in the abduction of several individuals. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the incident and has launched operations to secure the area and apprehend the perpetrators. According to police reports, about four cocoa farmers were […]

₦2.4bn Lifeline: IGP Disu Pays Families of 1,075 Fallen Police Officers

By Erewunmi Peace The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has disbursed over ₦2.4 billion to families of fallen police officers, providing long-awaited financial support and clearing outstanding welfare claims. The payment, which benefits 1,075 families, was made at the Force Headquarters in Abuja under the Nigeria Police Force welfare scheme. It covers both the […]

Ekiti 2026: Oluyede’s Economic Blueprint as an Aspirant

For about 30 years, according to PDP Governorship Candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede, Ekiti State has depended on federal allocation to run its economy, entrenching its status as a civil service state. This, he intends to change in his tenure as the next governor of the State.

FUOYE Distance Learning Institute

Professor Omolade Adeleke, the pioneer Director of the Institute of Part-Time Studies at Federal University, Oye, Ekiti State, currently directs the university’s new Institute of Distance Learning, overseeing its systematic growth

Soludo Sworn In for Second Term as Anambra Governor

By Erewunmi Peace Governor Chukwuma Soludo has been officially sworn in for a second term as the Governor of Anambra State, reaffirming his commitment to continue delivering good governance and development across the state. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, the Anambra State capital, on March 17, 2026. Soludo […]

Women’s Health

The key to healthy aging? Eating a variety of these kinds of carbs. A large new analysis looked at the eating habits of more than 47,000 women at midlife.These are the foods to add to your diet as you get older By Linda Carroll Women who eat more fiber and high-quality carbohydrates in midlife are […]