Reuben Abati Challenges Makinde’s Claim Linking Oyo School Abduction to 2027 Presidential Ambition

Political commentator and veteran journalist Reuben Abati has questioned Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s suggestion that a recent school abduction in the state may have been connected to his political aspirations ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during Tuesday’s edition of The Morning Show on Arise Television, Abati argued that security incidents should be […]

Ebonyi 2027: PDP Figures Intensify Criticism of Nwifuru Administration, Call for Leadership Change

Political conversations ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Ebonyi State are beginning to gather momentum as members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and some public affairs commentators have renewed calls for a change in leadership, citing what they describe as declining governance and development in the state. The latest criticism emerged following […]

Tinubu Says His Administration Prioritises Results as New Water Supply Project Begins in Bwari

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering tangible infrastructure projects, saying his government is focused on achieving measurable outcomes rather than offering explanations for delays. The President made the remarks on Tuesday during the inauguration of a newly completed water supply network serving Bwari Satellite Town and neighbouring communities in the Federal […]

Senate Rejects Makinde’s Call for UN Investigation into Oyo School Abduction, Commends Security Forces

The Nigerian Senate has criticized Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his request for an international investigation into the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the appeal as unnecessary and capable of diminishing the efforts of Nigerian security agencies. The development comes shortly after the successful rescue of the victims […]

Oyo APC Governorship Candidate Sharafadeen Alli Gifts Car to Principal Honored for Courage After Terrorist Ordeal

In a gesture aimed at recognizing bravery and resilience, Oyo State All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, has donated a Toyota Camry to Mrs. Rachael Folake Alamu, the principal of Community High School, Esiele, following her reported ordeal at the hands of terrorists. The presentation was made as a public acknowledgment of Alamu’s […]

Olubadan Urges Tinubu, Makinde to Strengthen Security Around Old Oyo National Park After Mass Kidnap Rescue

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has called on the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government to tighten security around communities bordering the Old Oyo National Park, warning that stronger preventive measures are needed to stop future attacks. The monarch made the appeal following the recent rescue of dozens of students and teachers […]

US-Iran Tensions Deepen as Trump Issues Stark Warning Over Assassination Threats Despite Planned Talks

Relations between the United States and Iran have entered another period of heightened uncertainty after President Donald Trump warned that any attempt on his life by the Iranian government would trigger an overwhelming U.S. military response, even as both sides remain linked to fragile diplomatic efforts. The latest exchange of statements underscores the difficult balance […]

Nigeria’s Cassava Industry Eyes $7 Billion Opportunity as Investment, Processing and Exports Gain Momentum

Nigeria’s position as the world’s largest cassava producer could become one of its biggest economic advantages—if the country successfully shifts from exporting raw agricultural potential to manufacturing high-value industrial products. Although cassava has long been regarded as a staple food consumed in millions of Nigerian households, experts and industry stakeholders now argue that the crop […]

Lagos Tanker Traffic Crisis Persists Despite Reforms as Structural Gaps Keep Apapa Congested

For years, successive government interventions have sought to restore free movement along Lagos’ Apapa and Kirikiri corridors. Yet, long queues of petroleum tankers continue to dominate the roads, slowing commercial activities, delaying cargo movement, and leaving commuters trapped in hours of traffic. Industry stakeholders say the recurring congestion is no longer simply a traffic management […]

Senate Puts PFIPC Budget Probe on Hold as N1.3 Billion Allocation Sparks Questions Over Federal Budget Process

A fresh controversy over Nigeria’s 2026 federal budget has intensified after the Senate declined to immediately investigate how more than ₦1.3 billion was allocated to the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC)—an entity reportedly disowned by the Presidency. The decision has fueled debate over transparency in Nigeria’s appropriation process, with lawmakers divided over whether […]

Tinubu Urged to Decide on Federal Audit Service Bill as Atiku Raises Accountability Concerns

The debate over transparency and public financial accountability has intensified after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to either approve the long-awaited Federal Audit Service Bill or formally reject it in line with constitutional requirements. The statement comes at a time when questions surrounding public expenditure, institutional oversight and governance […]

Iran Signals Strategic Shift as Tensions With US Deepen, Raising Fresh Concerns Over Global Oil Supply

A fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States is facing renewed strain as Tehran signals that any future confrontation could extend far beyond conventional military exchanges. Rather than relying solely on missile strikes, Iranian officials and military-linked analysts are increasingly emphasizing the country’s strategic control over critical global shipping routes as a powerful deterrent […]

Kwara APC Tensions Deepen as Otoge Founders Reject G15’s Claims Ahead of 2027 Politics

Political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections are beginning to reshape conversations in Kwara State, with prominent leaders associated with the historic Otoge movement distancing themselves from the G15 political group and accusing it of attempting to redefine the movement’s legacy for personal political interests. The development highlights growing divisions within the ruling political […]