by Momodu Favour Commercial drivers in Lagos on Wednesday staged protests across parts of the state over the ban on minibuses popularly known as Korokpe and the alleged extortion of motorists by touts along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. The drivers said the state government’s restriction on Korokpe operations had disrupted transport services and severely affected their […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Nigeria’s food inflation plunged to 8.89% in January 2026, the lowest level in 14 years. NBS data shows this is the first time the rate has hit single digits since August 2011, signaling a major shift after a decade of high staple prices. The decline was driven by price drops […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola has expressed strong optimism that the Naira will strengthen significantly against the dollar. He predicted that the currency could trade below ₦1,000/$1 before the end of 2026 due to the impact of the Dangote Refinery. Otedola shared these thoughts while congratulating Aliko Dangote on the […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The University of Ibadan (UI) Law Faculty has recorded an unprecedented achievement, with 58 students graduating with first-class honours for the 2024/2025 session. This feat involves nearly 40% of the 146-student cohort, sparking widespread celebration across social media platforms. Former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Idowu Olayinka, confirmed the results following a […]
by Momodu Favour Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday denied allegations that he sponsored thugs to disrupt a stakeholders’ meeting at the state secretariat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akure. The governor’s reaction followed a violent incident that reportedly occurred during a pre-ward congress meeting presided over by the state chairman […]
Police in Niger State have detained a journalist, Ahmed Isah Sakpe, popularly known as Ahmed Lee, over allegations of cyberbullying and defamation involving a government official. Mr Sakpe, who works with Prestige FM, a Minna-based radio station, is currently being held at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) of the Niger State Police Command. […]
