- Homeland News
Oluwo denies bandit attack on Iwo–Osogbo road, demands evidence
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The paramount ruler of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has stated that there was no incident of a bandit attack along the Iwo–Osogbo road, contrary to claims circulating online. In a statement issued on Friday, Oba Akanbi challenged anyone with evidence of such an attack to present it, describing the report as…
Read More » - Homeland News
S’West govs, senators, traditional rulers, others devise plan to tackle insecurity
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governors of the South-West, senators, traditional rulers and other stakeholders have outlined a comprehensive strategy to address rising insecurity across the country. The measures were unveiled on Friday at the South-West Zonal National Security Summit, convened by the Senate in partnership with the Lagos State Government. The meeting is one of six being held simultaneously across…
Read More » - WesternPost Special
PROFILE: Segun Awolowo — his life, career, and enduring impact
Olusegun “Segun” Awolowo Jr., grandson of Nigeria’s iconic nationalist, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, has died at the age of 62. His family announced his passing on Thursday, 20 November 2025, describing him as a “steady, wise, endlessly loving” husband, father, grandfather, and “a painfully loyal servant to Nigeria.” Awolowo leaves behind a legacy defined by idealism, ambition, and a commitment to…
Read More » - National News
Nigeria’s unity enduring, Tinubu says at Bode George’s birthday celebration
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the enduring unity of Nigeria, stating that the bonds shared by citizens and political leaders far outweigh partisan differences. The president’s remarks were delivered on his behalf by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, at the 80th birthday celebration and memoir launch of Chief Olabode…
Read More » - Economy
IMPI links Nigeria’s rising PMI to steady decline in inflation
The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI), a notable think tank, has linked the steady rise in Nigeria’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) to a sustained decline in inflation for the seventh consecutive month. The PMI, which reflects the overall health of the economy, has recorded eleven consecutive months of expansion since the beginning of 2025. In a statement issued on…
Read More » - National News
First Lady champions environmental education with launch of national student club
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on young people across the country to take the lead in championing environmental sustainability as she launched the National Environment Club and Environment Society on Friday in Abuja. The initiative, coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Environment, aims to build a new generation of environmentally conscious Nigerians. Speaking at the…
Read More » - National News
Nigeria intensifies diplomacy ahead of IMO Council election
Nigeria has intensified its final round of diplomatic engagements ahead of next week’s election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, presenting an official appeal to member states during a reception at the IMO headquarters in London. The event, held on Thursday and attended by representatives…
Read More » - National News
VP Shettima heads to South Africa for G20 Leaders’ Summit
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday departed Abuja for Johannesburg, South Africa, where he is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the G20 Leaders’ Summit scheduled for 22–23 November. The vice president’s trip follows President Tinubu’s decision to remain in Nigeria to monitor and receive further briefings on recent security incidents in Kebbi and Kwara States.…
Read More » - National News
Oluremi Tinubu charges women to embrace small beginnings as RHI/NITDA training concludes
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has encouraged women across the country to embrace small beginnings and pursue digital skills with confidence as she presided over the closing ceremony of the 2025 Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) and National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Women ICT Training Empowerment Programme. Speaking at the event, Senator Tinubu urged participants to approach…
Read More » - News from States
Kwara South APC Elders condemn Eruku killing, demand end to banditry
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The Kwara South APC Elders Forum has described the recent killing by bandits at Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eruku, in Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State as barbaric, unconscionable, and utterly unacceptable. In a statement personally signed by Sir Chief James Bamisaiye Ayeni on behalf of the Forum, the elders expressed deep concern over…
Read More »
Follow our WhatsApp Channel