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Citing unresolved fallout from the APC’s recent governorship primary election, Senator Saliu Mustapha (Kwara Central) has tendered his formal resignation from the ruling party. In a letter addressed to party leadership on Thursday, Mustapha disclosed that his decision was reached after thorough deliberation on recent internal developments. PerSecondNews recalls that 10 governorship aspirants in…
President Bola Tinubu hosted Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke at the Presidential Villa on Thursday, reminding him that he won an election, not a conquest. Tinubu cautioned the governor against targeting or stigmatizing his political opponents in the wake of the recent poll. “Do not stigmatize any of your opponents. The people of Osun State […] The post Tinubu to Adeleke: You Won an Election,…
President Bola Tinubu received Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday evening. Arriving alongside National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, the governor—dressed in navy blue traditional attire—met with the President for the first time since the recent governorship election. The visit follows a congratulatory phone call from President […] The post…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo Young professionals, creatives, business owners, and NGO leaders were on Thursday in Abuja exposed to harnessing practical AI tools for productivity, business growth, digital tasks, and content creation. Speaking at the event, Flourish Her Africa Founder and Executive Director Uwakmfon Nsa emphasized the group’s mission to demystify emerging technologies and put them […] The post…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) clarified that its ongoing discussions with e-hailing platforms like Uber and Bolt are aimed at resolving security, safety, and traffic management issues—not imposing a total ban. The agency emphasized that these talks focus on improving operational visibility, passenger safety, and accountability for airport pickups. “FAAN […] The…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo The United States has pledged to build on its existing partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), while commending the agency’s recent operational successes in the fight against illicit drugs. Mr. Derek Tolliver, Country Director of the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Bureau (INL) in Nigeria, gave the assurance during […] The post US Backs…
By Segun Adebayo Gospel singer Asu Ekiye has publicly announced the end of his 28-year marriage to his wife, Kunemofa Asu, revealing that the couple actually separated about a year ago. In a candid statement shared on his social media platforms obtained by PerSecondNews, Ekiye explained that disclosing the split was a deeply personal choice […] The post Gospel Artist Asu Ekiye and Wife Part Ways…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo The Federal Government has announced plans to develop flagship agritourism villages across the country, combining modern agriculture, tourism and agro-processing to create jobs, attract investment and strengthen rural economies. The plan was disclosed at the International Agrotourism Investment Stakeholders’ Forum in Abuja on Thursday, where the Nigerian International Agritourism…
By Joycelyn Ellakeche Adah Police operatives in Lugbe, Abuja, have been accused of beating a journalist with an electric cable during a demolition exercise while he attempted to document the operation. The Coalition for Whistleblower Protection and Press Freedom (CWPPF) said the Editor of Pinnacle Daily, Sunday Michael Ogwu, was allegedly beaten twice by officers of […] The post Alleged Abuja…
By Segun Adebayo Colleagues of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Babatunde Hassan, widely known as Ogogo, will gather for a special Islamic prayer session on Friday, August 21, 2026. Organised exclusively for industry peers, the gathering reflects growing concern across the film community following the actor’s Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, which has sparked widespread anxiety among […] The post Concerns…
Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for 2027, has pledged to reinstate Nigeria’s fuel subsidy if he wins the presidency. Reversing his former stance on the issue, the former Vice President contended that the policy change under President Bola Tinubu has failed to deliver tangible benefits to the Nigerian public. Since […] The post 2027 Election:…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are advancing efforts to resolve long-standing visa restrictions, paving the way for smoother travel, expanded trade, and boosted tourism between both nations. The move followed a meeting between the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Amb. Sola Enikanolaiye, and the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem […] The post Nigeria, UAE Move To…
By Maryanne Awuya President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s choice of Dr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation has drawn strong backing from the Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG). The organization’s President, Comrade Dominic Ogakwu, commended the move on Thursday, praising Enitan as a seasoned professional whose […] The post Civil Society Welcomes Enitan…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo Privately funded repatriation brought 83 Nigerians home to Lagos following the end of the Federal Government’s voluntary return initiative. The returnees arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, aboard a South African Airways flight from Johannesburg at about 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday, after departing O.R. Tambo International Airport at 3:35 p.m. […] The post 83…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo In commemoration of the 2026 World Humanitarian Day, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) says it has shifted its strategy from traditional disaster relief to empowering local communities to act as immediate first responders. Aligned with this year’s global theme, “Strengthening Global Solidarity and Empowering Local Communities,” NEMA’s updated approach focuses on […]…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo Escalating debt obligations, infrastructure demands, and higher worker wages have placed severe strain on the federal government finances. To manage these pressures, the Federal Government borrowed ₦11.9 trillion as part of ₦20.4 trillion in supplementary resources, pushing total additional expenditures to ₦30.64 trillion. This is according to Prof. Taiwo Oyedele, Finance and […]…
By Joycelyn Ellakeche Adah The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has transferred regulatory oversight of the electricity market in Akwa Ibom State to the Akwa Ibom State Electricity Regulatory Commission (AKSERC) in line with the amended 1999 Constitution and the Electricity Act 2023. Under the provisions of the amended Electricity Act, Akwa Ibom State has […] The post NERC…
By Segun Adebayo The family of veteran Yoruba actor, Alhaji Taiwo Babatunde Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has appealed to Nigerians and his fans across the world to continue praying for him, saying his fragile condition makes it extremely difficult to move him from the hospital for spiritual consultation or treatment. The family, in a […] The post Ogogo Too Fragile, Weak to Be Taken Around for…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. .Abel Enitan as the incoming Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026. Enitan, an Osun State native, currently serves as the Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Education and is the most senior Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service. He will succeed […] The post Breaking: Pres. Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan as…
By Omoyeni Ojeifo The Federal Government disclosed that its economic reforms generated ₦15.8 trillion in additional revenue, boosting Nigeria’s net foreign reserves to $34.8 billion. The funds helped cover civil service salaries, pensions, student loans, and welfare programmes for vulnerable households. Prof. Taiwo Oyedele, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, shared…
