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2027: Peter Obi Raises Alarm Over Personal Attacks, Says Campaign Should Focus on Issues

By Peace Erewunmi Former Labour Party presidential candidate and a leading opposition figure ahead of the 2027 general election, Peter Obi, has expressed concern over what he described as increasing personal attacks against him, urging political actors to focus on national issues rather than character assassination. He said public discourse should centre on policies and […]

Tinubu Orders Probe of Big Tech, AI Platforms Over Alleged Exploitation of Nigerian Media Content

By Peace Erewunmi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies and Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices and the unlawful exploitation of content produced by Nigerian media organisations. The directive followed a joint petition submitted to the Presidency […]

FG Approves 50,000 Additional Slots for 2026 NYSC Mobilisation

By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has approved 50,000 additional mobilisation slots for the 2026 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) service year in a bid to reduce the growing backlog of graduates awaiting enlistment into the national service scheme. The approval is expected to accommodate thousands of prospective corps members who have experienced delays in […]

FCT Teachers Block Civil Service Promotion Examination Venue Over Prolonged Strike

By Peace Erewunmi Teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Saturday disrupted a civil service promotion examination by blocking access to the examination venue in protest against the prolonged strike affecting public primary schools in the territory. The action was aimed at drawing attention to their unresolved welfare demands and the continued delay in […]

Court Remands Three Suspects Over Murder of Ex-OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard

By Peace Erewunmi An Ogun State Magistrate Court sitting in Isabo, Abeokuta, has ordered the remand of three suspects arrested in connection with the alleged murder of retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster, Ms. Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The suspects will remain in custody for 60 days pending legal advice from […]

Oyebanji Visits Freed Eda Oniyo Kidnap Victims, Urges Residents Not to Politicise Security

By Peace Erewunmi Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has visited the victims of the Eda Oniyo kidnapping who are receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, following their release after spending 67 days in captivity. The governor used the visit to reassure residents of his administration’s commitment to protecting lives and […]

Ogun Diaspora Group in U.S. Backs Yayi, Promises Investment and Development Partnership

By Peace Erewunmi A coalition of Ogun State indigenes based in the United States has declared its support for Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, pledging to partner with him on investment, economic development, and community-based initiatives aimed at accelerating the state’s growth. The endorsement was announced during an engagement between members of […]

Iyabo Obasanjo Pledges Support for President Tinubu Ahead of Next General Election

By Peace Erewunmi Former Senator representing Ogun Central and daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello, has pledged her support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the forthcoming general election despite her recent defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Iyabo made the declaration during a courtesy […]

Waziri Adio: Oversight Failures by National Assembly, Federal Agencies Enabled PFIPC Scandal

By Peace Erewunmi Waziri Adio, founder and Executive Director of Agora Policy, has attributed the controversy surrounding the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) to serious oversight failures by the National Assembly and key federal government agencies. He argued that weaknesses in institutional accountability allowed the disputed body to gain a level of official […]

Experts Advise Against Boiling Eggs in the Same Pot as Rice

By Peace Erewunmi Boiling eggs in the same pot while cooking rice has become a common practice in many Nigerian households, largely as a way to save time, cooking gas, and effort. However, food safety and public health experts are cautioning that the practice may pose hygiene and food safety risks if proper precautions are […]

INTIMATE AFFAIR: Are Today’s Sons Prepared for Today’s Daughters?

By Funke Egbemode Kunle was raised in a house where the rules were clear and neatly folded like ‘bottom-box’ Sunday church clothes. His father woke up at 5 a.m. and rang the bell for morning prayers every day. It was a compulsory morning service that everybody must attend, groggy or half awake. Daddy ironed his […]

Shettima: Value Addition, Not Raw Mineral Exports, Is Key to Nigeria’s Economic Future

By Peace Erewunmi Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s mining sector by prioritising local processing and value addition instead of exporting raw mineral resources. He said the country’s long-term economic prosperity depends on building industries that process minerals into finished products capable of creating jobs, boosting exports, and […]

New Study Says Violence by Armed Fulani Militias Has Been Deadlier Than Boko Haram and ISWAP Combined

By Peace Erewunmi A new report by the Observatory for Religious Freedom in Africa (ORFA) has challenged common perceptions about insecurity in Nigeria, concluding that armed Fulani militias were responsible for significantly more civilian deaths than the combined activities of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) over a six-year period. The […]

14 Ekiti CAC Crusade Worshippers Freed After 67 Days in Captivity

By Peace Erewunmi Fourteen worshippers of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke Igbala, Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, in Ilejemeje Local Government Area of Ekiti State, have regained their freedom after spending 67 days in captivity following their abduction by suspected gunmen during a church revival programme. Their release has brought relief to families and residents who had […]

INEC Extends Nationwide Voter Registration by Two Weeks, Launches Online Self-Service Registration for First-Time Voters

By Peace Erewunmi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise by an additional two weeks to allow more eligible Nigerians to register ahead of future elections. The commission also unveiled a new online self-service voter registration portal designed to simplify the registration process, particularly for first-time […]

Court Verdict on ADC Leadership Victory for Rule of Law, Says Atiku

By Peace Erewunmi Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has welcomed the Federal High Court judgment affirming the leadership of the party under former Senate President David Mark, describing the decision as a victory for constitutional democracy, the rule of law, and judicial independence. The judgment followed […]

Osun APC Hails Police Over Foiled Assassination Plot Against Campaign DG Wole Oke, Demands Full Investigation

By Peace Erewunmi The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has commended the Nigeria Police Force for thwarting an alleged assassination attempt on the Director-General of its governorship campaign council, Hon. Wole Oke, while calling for a comprehensive investigation to identify and prosecute everyone connected to the incident. The alleged attack reportedly […]

How President Tinubu Is Silently Restructuring Nigeria Without a National Conference

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is increasingly being viewed by some political observers as pursuing a gradual form of restructuring through constitutional amendments, policy reforms, and institutional changes rather than convening a Sovereign National Conference or initiating a wholesale constitutional rewrite. Since assuming office in May 2023, the Tinubu administration has introduced a series of […]

FG Denies Approving Adire to Replace NYSC’s Iconic Khaki Uniform

By Peace Erewunmi The Federal Government has clarified that it has not approved Adire fabric as the new official uniform for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), following widespread reports suggesting that the scheme’s iconic khaki attire had been replaced. The clarification was issued by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, who […]