By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation has announced the finalisation of the liquidation process for 89 microfinance and primary mortgage banks across the country. The affected financial institutions were among those whose operating licences were revoked by the Central Bank of Nigeria in 2023 due to insolvency and regulatory breaches. According to the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has officially gazetted the policy establishing a single four-year tenure for the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) in Nigeria. The development formalizes the leadership structure of the Nigeria Police Force, confirming that an IGP is entitled to a single, non-renewable tenure of four years, subject to the relevant provisions of […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Army has conducted a military burial ceremony for Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah and other soldiers who lost their lives in a recent terrorist attack in Borno State. The senior officer and several troops were killed during an ambush carried out by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters in the Benisheikh area […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Senate has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) to provide detailed explanations regarding audit queries totaling about ₦210 trillion, covering discrepancies raised in financial reports between 2017 and 2023. The Senate Public Accounts Committee issued the directive after stating that earlier responses from the oil company were […]
By Erewunmi Peace A medical doctor, identified as Dr. Ere Ogbachi, has reportedly died following complications after delivering triplets in Bayelsa State. According to reports, the doctor gave birth at the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, where the delivery was said to be successful. However, she later developed serious medical complications. She was subsequently transferred […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has announced the recovery of several stolen vehicles, including a Range Rover and other high-value cars, within Abuja. According to police authorities, the vehicles were recovered during ongoing operations targeting car theft syndicates operating in the Federal Capital Territory. The command disclosed that many of the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Romuald Wadagni has been elected President of Benin following the country’s recent presidential election. Wadagni, 49, secured a decisive victory in the April 12, 2026 election, reportedly winning over 90 percent of the total votes cast. His victory marks a transition from outgoing president Patrice Talon, under whom he previously served as […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has declared that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt at contesting for the country’s highest office. Atiku made the statement while speaking on his political future ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that he intends to step aside from future presidential […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that local government areas (LGAs) may soon be integrated into Nigeria’s electricity market as part of ongoing power sector reforms. Adelabu made this known while speaking on efforts by the Federal Government to further decentralise the electricity sector and improve access to reliable power […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, has criticised the “Renewed Hope” agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as a “scam” and calling for the president’s resignation. Aregbesola made the remarks during a speech at the national convention of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) held in Abuja. According to him, the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Buba Marwa, has warned students against engaging in drug abuse, highlighting its damaging effects on individuals, the economy, and national security. Marwa gave the warning while delivering a lecture at the University of Abuja’s combined convocation ceremony. In his address, he stressed […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has appointed Nigeria’s former Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo, as Senior Strategic Adviser to its Director-General, Jean Kaseya. The appointment, announced on Monday, comes at a critical time as the agency advances its Africa Health Security and Sovereignty (AHSS) agenda. This initiative focuses on […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Nigerian man, Elder Anthony Anyiam Onyegbule, has drawn widespread attention after being reported to be 128 years old and still living an active and independent life. According to reports, Onyegbule, who hails from Imo State, can read without glasses, bathe himself, and even enjoys dancing despite his advanced age. Speaking during […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has directed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) across the country to immediately suspend plans for the proposed voter revalidation exercise. The directive, issued in an official communication from INEC headquarters, instructed state electoral offices to halt all ongoing publicity and preparations related to the exercise pending […]
By Erewunmi Peace Concerns are growing across Nigeria as millions of children, particularly in the northern region, remain out of school, raising fears about the long-term impact on the country’s development. Recent reports estimate that Nigeria has over 18 million out-of-school children, one of the highest figures globally. A significant percentage of these children are […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigerian troops have successfully repelled a terrorist attack on a church in Kaduna State, rescuing 31 abducted worshippers during an Easter service. According to reports, the attack occurred while Christians gathered to celebrate Easter, one of the most significant events in the Christian calendar. Armed assailants stormed the church, causing panic among […]
Aare Sulaima, National Vice President of Ansarudeen Society of Nigeria and APC member in Ikole-Ekiti, supports Biodun Oyebanji’s return and acknowledges the contributions of Honourable Femi Fatunla of the Ekiti State House of Assembly.
By Erewunmi Peace A compressed natural gas (CNG) powered bus exploded at a busy transport terminus in Kaduna, causing panic among commuters and raising fresh concerns about the safety of alternative fuel vehicles in Nigeria. The incident, which occurred at a crowded motor park, reportedly led to a fire outbreak that affected nearby vehicles and […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Nasarawa State Governor Tanko Al‑Makura recently stated that the amount of money the President gives to states is six times higher than it was two years ago. His comments have stirred discussion online and among the public. However, official data shows a more nuanced picture. According to federal allocation records, FAAC […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a cybersecurity advisory warning iPhone and Android users about potential risks linked to certain foreign-developed mobile applications. While the alert does not ban any specific apps, it highlights serious privacy and data security concerns. According to the FBI, some apps, particularly those developed outside […]
