By Peace Erewunmi The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested five suspected arms couriers, including two foreign nationals, in connection with investigations into the 2025 abduction of students and staff from a Catholic school in Papiri, Niger State. According to security sources, the suspects were allegedly involved in supplying weapons to armed groups linked […]
By Peace Erewunmi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a shipment of illicit drugs concealed inside water purifier machines imported into Nigeria from Europe. According to the agency, operatives intercepted the consignments at a logistics and courier company in Lagos following intelligence-led surveillance operations. The drugs were reportedly hidden inside the appliances […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Lagos State Government has demolished 17 illegal structures and sealed 52 others across different parts of the state for violating physical planning regulations. The enforcement exercise was carried out as part of ongoing efforts by the state government to ensure compliance with approved building plans and maintain order in the rapidly […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai (retd.), has said that history will remember President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a leader who made the bold decision to remove fuel subsidy in Nigeria. Buratai made the remark while commending the President’s ongoing economic reforms, which he described as necessary steps […]
Women plead support for PDP Governorship Candidate, Dr. Wole Oluyede
By Peace Erewunmi Police authorities have arrested three operatives of the Mining Marshals in connection with the death of a fellow officer, as investigations reportedly uncovered more than ₦2 billion in the bank account of a police sergeant linked to the case. According to preliminary reports, the arrests followed an ongoing investigation into the circumstances […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has rejected the proposed ₦100,000 national minimum wage being considered by state governors, arguing that the figure does not reflect current economic realities facing Nigerian workers. Speaking on the proposal, NLC spokesperson Benson Upah said rising inflation, fuel costs, electricity tariffs, and the declining value of the […]
By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reportedly ordered intensified rescue operations following the abduction of school children, with security agencies deploying special teams to support efforts aimed at securing their safe release. According to reports, the Federal Government has also sent officials to affected communities to assess the situation, engage local leaders, and […]
By Peace Erewunmi A security expert, Musa, has raised concerns over the mobility of terrorist groups operating in parts of West Africa, saying that increased military pressure in one country often pushes them to relocate across borders. Speaking on the dynamics of insurgency and cross-border crime, Musa explained that terrorist groups often adjust their operational […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has reacted to reports suggesting he may serve as running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar following the outcome of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary. Amaechi clarified that he has not been offered, discussed, or considered for any vice-presidential arrangement within the ongoing […]
By Erewunmi Peace An abducted school principal and a teacher in Oyo State have made an emotional appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde, pleading for urgent negotiation with their abductors to secure their release. The victims, who have spent about 13 days in captivity, said they are living under harsh conditions […]
By Peace Erewunmi A Fulani community leader in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, Abdullahi Muhammadu, has spoken out after police declared his sons wanted over alleged involvement in kidnapping activities in parts of the state. The community leader said he had always tried to support and reform his son, explaining that he even provided treatment and […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered and arrested a suspected ex-military officer accused of impersonating its operatives to defraud unsuspecting members of the public. The suspect was allegedly parading himself as an EFCC official, using the claim to gain access to victims and extort money under false pretences. According […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former President Goodluck Jonathan has returned to political discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections after a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) reportedly ratified him as its presidential candidate in absentia. The development came during a special convention held in Abuja by the Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the PDP, where […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has expressed concern over the growing skills gap among Nigerian youths, revealing that even basic technical jobs such as tiling are increasingly being handled by foreign workers in the country. The Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, raised the concern during a youth-focused programme aired on Channels Television, […]
By Peace Erewunmi A former spokesman of the Nigerian Defence establishment and his wife have reportedly been abducted by armed gunmen in Katsina State, according to early security reports. The incident was said to have occurred along a highway in the state when the victims were ambushed by the attackers, who opened fire during the […]
By Peace Erewunmi Tension erupted in Abuja on Saturday after security operatives sealed off the venue scheduled for a special convention organised by a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to ratify former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election. The convention was expected to hold at the A-Class Event […]
By Peace Erewunmi A Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded a 19-year-old blogger, Nurenorue John Surpruchi, over alleged cyberstalking and defamatory publications involving businessman and Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu. The blogger was arraigned before Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa on a four-count charge bordering on conspiracy, cyberstalking, bullying, and defamation. According […]
By Peace Erewunmi Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has expressed support for a proposed ₦100,000 national minimum wage as part of efforts to improve the welfare of Nigerian workers amid rising living costs. AbdulRazaq, who also serves as Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), said state governors are engaging with the Federal Government […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections after winning the party’s presidential primary election. Atiku secured victory in the primary after polling approximately 1.8 million votes, defeating other aspirants, including former Minister of Transportation, […]
