By Peace Erewunmi Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has denied threatening members of the Accord Party with violence, saying a viral video in which he appeared to call for their killing was edited and taken out of context. Fadahunsi said the statement attributed to him was not a call for anyone to […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Osun State Governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola has explained why he and other political stakeholders withdrew their support for Governor Ademola Adeleke ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election. Oyinlola said Adeleke’s decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the Accord Party was taken without consulting key stakeholders who had […]
By Peace Erewunmi Security forces have rescued 16 kidnapped victims following a gun battle with suspected bandits in Dekina Local Government Area of Kogi State. The rescued victims comprised six males, six females and four children, according to an operational report made available by the security authorities. The victims were reportedly abducted on Sunday, August […]
By Peace Erewunmi A federal lawmaker has disclosed plans to meet with colleagues to consider discussions surrounding the possible impeachment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, amid growing political disagreements over the administration’s policies and actions. The lawmaker, whose comments have stirred reactions within political circles, said discussions on the matter would involve consultations with other […]
By Peace Erewunmi Chairman of Heirs Holdings and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, Tony Elumelu, has expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reform agenda, particularly efforts aimed at strengthening small and medium-sized enterprises, supporting young entrepreneurs and improving Nigeria’s power sector. Elumelu made the remarks after a meeting with President Tinubu at […]
By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has summoned about 76 leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State to the Presidential Villa in Abuja amid growing concerns over internal disagreements within the party ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election. The emergency meeting reportedly followed an intelligence report from the National […]
By Peace Erewunmi Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has linked Nigeria’s persistent electricity shortages, particularly in rural communities, to population growth, arguing that darkness after 7 p.m. leaves residents with limited recreational activities. Fayose made the remarks in Abuja after his inauguration as Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Board. He said many […]
WHEN CRIME BECOMES AN ECONOMY: THE DISTURBING LESSONS FROM ADO-EKITI’S NEAR EMPTY HOTELS – an Opinion by Ojudu Babafemi
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has announced that payment of the outstanding wage award arrears owed to federal workers will commence in the middle of August 2026, as part of efforts to fulfil its commitments to public sector employees. The government said the payment is intended to clear the remaining balance of the wage […]
By Peace Erewunmi Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the ex-depot prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly referred to as diesel, in a move expected to ease fuel costs and intensify competition in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector. Under the new pricing structure, the […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has donated ₦100 million and a brand-new Toyota Hilux vehicle to support the Iru Ekun Security Network, a community-based security outfit established by Yoruba Nation advocate, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho. The donation was announced during a courtesy visit by Igboho […]
Elder Kayode Oso is a key follower of former APC governorship aspirant in Ekiti State. Engr. Kayode Oso. He foretells the possible demise of the party in Ekiti State.
January 2027 is Nigeria’s next presidential election. The polity heats up in the countdown to the deadline. How clear is the 2027 democratic path? Professor Mobolaji Aluko answers the question.
Osun governorship election holds on the 15th of August, 2026. There are confrontations between the incumbent government in the State and the APC administration at the national level. In the countdown to the election, Professor Mobolaji Aluko, an APC stalwart in Ekiti State, speaks for the Accord Party Candidate, Ademola Adeleke, the dancing governor.
By Peace Erewunmi The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has concluded its investigation into the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), widely described as a “phantom” government agency, and is expected to submit its findings to the Presidency. The probe followed a directive by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who ordered […]
By Peace Erewunmi Vice President Kashim Shettima has defended the economic reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the policies deserve commendation rather than condemnation as they are beginning to produce positive results for Nigeria’s economy. Shettima made the remarks at the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit in Asaba, where […]
By Peace Erewunmi The self-acclaimed Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, has claimed that he did not act alone in the operations of the disputed agency, alleging that several Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government processed, recognised or interacted with the organisation. Adeyemi, who is […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has confirmed that Nigeria recorded 172.9 million active mobile telephone lines as of June 2026, highlighting continued competition among major telecommunications operators for subscribers in the country’s growing digital market. According to the NCC’s latest industry statistics, MTN Nigeria maintained its position as the country’s largest mobile […]
By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to stop awarding contracts or entering into any financial commitments without first obtaining the required budgetary approval and cash backing. The move is aimed at strengthening fiscal discipline, curbing abandoned projects and ensuring strict compliance with Nigeria’s public procurement and financial […]
By Peace Erewunmi A Kebbi State High Court Judge, Justice Faruku Hassan Bunza, has regained his freedom after spending one week in the custody of his abductors, bringing relief to his family, the judiciary and residents of the state. Justice Bunza was kidnapped from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area by armed assailants in […]
