By Erewunmi Peace The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested popular Lagos socialite Mike Eze Nwalie Nwogu, better known as Pretty Mike, along with more than 100 other individuals during a midnight raid at Proxy Nightclub, Victoria Island, Lagos. The operation, which took place in the early hours of Sunday, October 26, was […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Lagos State Government (LASG) has reaffirmed its commitment to relocate the popular Computer Village, Ikeja, to the new Katangowa ICT and Business Park in Agbado-Oke-Odo, describing the long-awaited move as “soon to be a reality.” The government said the relocation, which has been on the table for several years, is now […]
By Erewunmi Peace The National Examinations Council (NECO) has taken a historic step in its global expansion drive by establishing its first examination centre in the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in extending Nigeria’s educational assessment services to the diaspora. The official launch took place during the Education Matters Conference UK 2025, where NECO […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has dismissed one of its personnel, Chukwu Nancy Ngozi, for masterminding the abduction of her elder brother along the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. According to a statement issued by the NIS Public Relations Officer, Assistant Comptroller of Immigration (ACI) Akinsola Akinlabi, the officer was found guilty after an […]
By Erewunmi Peace A retired Nigerian Army General has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the recent shake-up in the nation’s military leadership, describing it as a timely move that restores career progression and boosts morale among officers. Major General Anthony Atolagbe (Rtd) said the President’s decision to appoint new service chiefs was in line […]
By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major shake-up in Nigeria’s military leadership with the appointment of new Service Chiefs. The announcement, made on Friday, marks one of the most significant changes in the nation’s security command since he assumed office. According to a statement from the Presidency, the newly appointed Service […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has officially removed Nigeria from its “grey list” — a global watch list of countries under increased monitoring for financial crimes such as money laundering and terrorism financing. The decision, announced after the FATF plenary meeting in Paris on October 24, 2025, marks a major milestone […]
By Erewunmi Peace Senior lawyer and former Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) president, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his recent reshuffle of the nation’s service chiefs, saying the decision was a “wise and timely move” if reports of a coup plot within the military were true. Agbakoba made the comment […]
By Erewunmi Peace Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of Ghana, has passed away at the age of 76. She died on October 23, 2025, at the Ridge Hospital in Accra after a brief illness, according to a spokesperson for the presidency. Nana Konadu served as First Lady from 1981 to 2001 during the presidency […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has inaugurated the Monarch Investment and Economic Committee to spearhead economic revival and urban renewal in the ancient city. The inauguration took place on October 23, 2025, at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, with members of the Olubadan-in-Council in attendance. The committee is chaired by […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Delta State House of Assembly has suspended the Rector and Bursar of Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku for six months following allegations of financial misconduct and administrative lapses. The decision aligns with a prior directive from the institution’s Governing Council and reflects the Assembly’s commitment to accountability and transparency in public institutions. […]
By Erewunmi Peace A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed December 8, 2025, for judgment in the ongoing trial of Emmanuella Eteta Ita, a senior staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), who is facing charges bordering on the alleged diversion and misappropriation of over ₦2 billion. Eteta Ita, who heads the […]
By Erewunmi Peace Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North Senatorial District, has urged his colleagues in the National Assembly and politicians across Nigeria to put an end to election rigging and the arming of youths during political contests. Oshiomhole made the call during a recent Senate plenary while contributing to discussions on the proposed amendment […]
By Erewunmi Peace Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has reacted to criticisms following her recent comment about the ranking of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD). Dabiri-Erewa had congratulated the institution for its impressive performance in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, noting that ABUAD was ranked first in […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Army has recorded another major breakthrough in its ongoing counter-terrorism and anti-banditry operations across the country, following the arrest of a wanted terror suspect identified as Idris Idris, popularly known as Babawo Badoo, alongside 37 other criminal elements. According to multiple reports, troops of Operation Enduring Peace apprehended the suspects […]
By Erewunmi Peace Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to host the 2025 International Climate Change Summit, focusing on the blue economy and coastal resilience, ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). The summit will take place on November 6–7, 2025, at the Lagos Continental Hotel, under the theme: “Blue Economy, Green […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced uniform sale prices for housing units under its Renewed Hope Estate Programme, marking a significant step toward affordable and transparent housing across the country. Under the new pricing scheme, the approved costs are: One-bedroom semi-detached bungalow: ₦8.5 million Two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow: ₦11.5 million Three-bedroom semi-detached […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a new Customs Verification Management System (CVMS), a digital platform designed to make vehicle importation more transparent and reduce smuggling across the country. The system, unveiled in Abuja by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, allows individuals, car dealers, and importers to verify the […]
By Erewunmi Peace The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Northern Nigeria has endorsed Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), a former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, as its consensus candidate for the position of National Chairman. The endorsement followed a series of consultations among Northern PDP stakeholders, led by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa […]
By Erewunmi Peace Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, was reportedly arrested by police officers on Thursday morning at the Federal High Court, Abuja. According to eyewitnesses, Sowore was picked up by operatives shortly after attending court proceedings. The arrest reportedly caused a brief commotion around the court premises before he was […]
