By Erewunmi Peace The Federal High Court in Abuja has admitted additional confessional statements and forensic evidence in the trial of the suspects accused of the June 5, 2022 attack on St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State. During proceedings before Justice Emeka Nwite, the court accepted confessional statements from the defendants, as […]
By Erewunmi Peace Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El‑Rufai, remains under scrutiny by Nigerian security and anti‑corruption agencies. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Department of State Services (DSS) are conducting investigations related to financial impropriety and alleged cyber offences from his tenure as governor. EFCC InvestigationThe EFCC has detained El‑Rufai in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Arewa Think Tank, a Northern Nigeria civil advocacy group, has cautioned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El‑Rufai against misinterpreting President Bola Tinubu’s tolerance and patience as a sign of weakness. The statement comes amid recent political disagreements and public criticisms involving El‑Rufai. The WarningThe group, led by Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, stated […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2026 into law, marking a significant development in Nigeria’s electoral framework ahead of the 2027 general elections.The signing ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, shortly after the bill was passed by the National Assembly. What the Amendment MeansThe amended […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension escalated in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) following a clash between supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The incident reportedly occurred ahead of the scheduled area council elections, with supporters of both parties engaging in a confrontation that disrupted activities […]
By Erewunmi Peace Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, popularly known as Don Pedro Obaseki and a relative of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, has initiated legal proceedings following an abduction and assault incident in Benin City, Edo State. According to reports from multiple Nigerian media outlets, Don Pedro was reportedly abducted and physically assaulted in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as “purposeful and servant-oriented leadership,” saying it is positioning Nigeria on the path of sustainable growth and development. Wike made the remarks on Monday during a public lecture in Abuja, where he […]
By Erewunmi Peace Students of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) have staged a protest over the decision by the university management to transfer the Departments of Anatomy and Physiology from the College of Health Sciences to the Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences. The protest, which took place at the institution’s main campus in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Kano State Government has directed the closure of all entertainment venues across the state ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. The directive, issued by the Kano State Censorship Board, aims to ensure that residents observe the fasting period in peace and engage in religious activities without disturbance. The closure affects […]
By Erewunmi Peace At least 37 miners are feared dead and about 25 others hospitalized after a toxic gas leak at an underground mining site in the Company Zurak community, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. Eyewitnesses reported that the miners were overcome by carbon monoxide that had accumulated in the poorly ventilated tunnels, […]
By Erewunmi Peace A tragic accident occurred in Awhum community, Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State, on Tuesday evening when a large ancestral tree collapsed onto a commercial bus, killing all 18 passengers on board. Eyewitnesses said the incident happened during heavy rainfall, which may have weakened the roots of the massive tree, known […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Imo State Police Command has dismissed three officers following allegations that they kidnapped a man and extorted ₦1.7 million at gunpoint. The decision came after an internal investigation and orderly room trial found the officers guilty of misconduct. Details of the Incident The three dismissed officers — including two sergeants and […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has commenced tracking of 64 federal projects valued at approximately ₦21.6 billion in Sokoto State as part of its nationwide anti-corruption monitoring initiative. Scope of the Tracking Exercise The exercise, part of Phase 8 of the Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking (CEPT) […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Assembly is reportedly considering adjusting the date of the 2027 presidential election after concerns arose that the original timetable clashes with the holy month of Ramadan. Lawmakers Review Election Calendar According to sources, the Senate and House of Representatives have convened emergency sessions to examine the electoral timetable set by […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Tinubu visited Adamawa State on Tuesday, assuring Nigerians of continued economic reforms and pledging efforts to deliver greater prosperity nationwide. During the visit, he also commended Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu for their leadership and dedication to development and security. Promoting Economic Reforms and DevelopmentTinubu […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government has announced plans to deploy surveillance drones as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance security and intelligence gathering across the state. Drone Initiative for Enhanced Security According to the LagosState Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), the drones will support aerial surveillance, rapid response operations, and better coordination among […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Presidency has accused former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai of attempting to create political tension in the country, describing his recent public actions as a distraction from ongoing corruption investigations against him. Allegations of Political Distraction According to the Presidency, El-Rufai’s recent statements, including correspondence to the National Security Adviser, constitute […]
By Erewunmi Peace Civil rights leader and advocate Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84, his family confirmed Tuesday. Jackson, a longtime champion of racial equality and social justice, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones..A Life Dedicated to JusticeJesse Jackson rose to prominence as a key figure in the American civil rights […]
By Erewunmi Peace Tension erupted in the House of Representatives on Tuesday after the Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, approved a motion seeking to review the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill. The development triggered protests from several lawmakers, resulting in a heated and rowdy session inside the green chamber. The controversy began when a motion was moved to […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are losing between ₦5 trillion and ₦10 trillion annually to employee fraud and occupational corruption, according to the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE). The disclosure was made by the Chief Executive Officer of CPPE, Dr. Muda Yusuf, who described employee fraud as […]
