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By Ridwanullah Sakariyah A socio-political organisation in the South East, the Coalition of South East Youth Leaders (COSEYL), has called for an independent investigation into allegations concerning the National Youth Service Corps participation and legal credentials of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu. The demand followed a petition reportedly filed before the Legal Practitioners’ Disciplinary Committee and the National Youth Service Corps by a former First Vice President of the Nigerian Bar Association, John Aikpokpo-Martins. In a statement signed by its President-General, Goodluck Ibem, and Publicity Secretary, Okey Nwaoru, COSEYL said the allegations raised serious concerns…

By Iqrom Tesilim Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption has witnessed a notable decline, dropping to 56.9 million litres per day in February 2026, compared to 60.2 million litres per day in January, according to data released by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). This decrease in demand is unfolding against the backdrop of evolving dynamics in the country’s domestic fuel market, driven in part by the growing influence of local refining capacity. A key factor contributing to this shift is the performance of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which saw its petrol supply drop to 36.5 million litres per…

By Ridwanullah Sakariyah Five school children from Kwara State who recently placed Nigeria on the global map of academic debate have received a cash reward of N2 million each from the state governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. The school children earned the recognition after winning the International Junior Secondary School Debate Championship in Malaysia and later emerged champions at the Nigerian Presidential School Debate held in Lagos. The governor announced the reward during a reception organised for the students at the Government House in Ilorin. The development was contained in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye. The students…

Weekly Love Story Column  by  Olayinka Owolabi-Ajayi In serious relationships, people often talk about the obvious deal breakers: lying, cheating, and betrayal. Fair enough. But some of the  damage in love does not always arrive with drama. Sometimes, it enters quietly, dressed as habit, ego, convenience, or emotional laziness. Silent Killers of Serious Relationships One thing to  avoid is keeping score. The moment a relationship becomes a running tally of who called more, who apologised last, who sacrificed more, or who is “doing too much,” intimacy starts to lose oxygen and becomes emotionally draining. Love cannot thrive where every kind gesture…

By Clement Abayomi Iran has offered to back Nigeria in its struggle against violent extremism and insurgent groups. The Iranian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mahdavi Raja, made this known in an interview on ARISE News. He explained that Iran is ready to work with the Nigerian government to improve security and stop terrorist activities. Raja stated that Iran views Nigeria as a very important partner. He noted that both nations face similar security problems. Because Iran has also been a victim of terrorism in the past, Raja noted that the country is willing to confront the difficulty Nigeria is currently facing.…

By Jeremiah Aminu The United Nations (UN) has released a video message to mark the celebration of International Women’s Day which advocates women’s rights and empowerment across different societal spheres. In his address, António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, emphasised the importance of investing in women’s rights: “Women’s rights are human rights. And investing in women and girls is one of the surest ways to make the world a better place”, he said. Several UN executives, advocates, and ambassadors captured in the video also highlighted the significance tied to the involvement of women in key sectors in society. Michelle Yeoh, a UNDP Goodwill Ambassador, noted the…

By Clement Abayomi President Donald Trump has declared on Truth Social that Iran is now the “loser of the Middle East” after Iran’s apology to its neighbours and promise to stop its attacks. Trump said that the country has surrendered, following intense military pressure. This points to what he called Iran’s first major defeat in “thousands of years”. According to Trump’s statement, Tehran has personally reached out to Gulf nations to apologise for its past actions. He claimed that the Iranian government promised these countries it would never attack them again. Trump also noted that leaders in the region have…

By Clement Abayomi Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo-Bello has described her move to the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a personal journey. She made this known in an interview on the Channels Television programme, The Morning Brief. Obasanjo-Bello recently joined the party in Ogun State to prepare for the 2027 governorship election. She said she did not feel the need to consult her parents before making the move. She explained that she is capable of making her own career choices. Although she acknowledged her father, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, she still insisted that her entry into the APC is about her…

By Clement Abayomi The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cited its recent party activities in Nigeria as a demonstration of “discipline”. According to a statement by the party’s spokesperson, Hon. Seye Oladejo, the party successfully completed its electronic membership registration and local congresses across the state, noting that the exercise was orderly, peaceful and followed all legal rules. The Lagos APC further explained that while many other political groups face internal fights and confusion, it focused on building a solid system. The congresses, held in various wards and local government areas, saw a large turnout…

by Jeremiah Aminu The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has imposed sanctions on Amasiri community over the beheading of four victims amidst ongoing land disputes with the Okporojo community in Ebonyi State. These penalties included the sack of Amasiri’s government appointees, the initiation of steps to remove Amasiri as one of the 64 Developmental Centres in Ebonyi State, and the closure of schools in the area, among many other sanctions. Nwifuru also ordered the demolition of all shrines and deities in Amasiri as additional measures to address the violence and killings that resulted from the gruesome incident. He emphasised…