Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Manny Ita  – Former Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko, has reportedly exited the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), triggering fresh political tension and speculation across the state’s political landscape. Sources within the party indicate that Mimiko’s decision follows prolonged internal disagreements and strategic recalculations ahead of upcoming electoral contests in Ondo State. While details surrounding his next political move remain unclear, analysts believe the development could significantly reshape alliances and power dynamics within the state. Mimiko, a seasoned political figure and former presidential aspirant, has long been regarded as a key influencer in Ondo politics, commanding a loyal grassroots following. His…

Manny Ita  – Health authorities have raised concerns over a potential surge in malaria cases as the current heatwave creates favorable conditions for faster mosquito breeding and increased transmission rates. Experts in Public Health warn that higher temperatures can significantly accelerate the life cycle of mosquitoes, particularly the Anopheles mosquito, which is responsible for transmitting the disease. Warmer conditions also shorten the development time of the malaria parasite inside the mosquito, increasing the likelihood of infection spreading more rapidly. According to officials, stagnant water—common during alternating heat and rainfall patterns—provides ideal breeding grounds. Combined with rising temperatures, this can lead…

Manny Ita  – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that more than two million candidates are participating in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), marking one of the highest turnouts in recent years. As the nationwide examination progresses, the board confirmed that it has delisted 23 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres due to technical failures and operational inefficiencies. According to JAMB, the affected centres failed to meet the required standards for conducting a smooth and credible examination, prompting their immediate suspension to prevent disruption to candidates. JAMB officials stated that candidates initially assigned to the delisted centres…

Nigeria has lost an estimated $226.734 billion following the suspension of crude oil production in Ogoni land since 1993, the Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited has said. The firm, which oversees the maintenance of the Trans Niger Pipeline, described the resumption of oil production in the area as a national priority, with the potential to generate over 500,000 barrels per day from Oil Mining Lease 11. The General Manager, Community and Government Relations, PINL, Dr Akpos Mezeh, disclosed this during the company’s monthly stakeholders’ meeting in Port Harcourt on Wednesday. He noted that OML-11, which comprises about 96 oil wells, has…

L-R: Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; Deputy Controller of Corrections, Enugu Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Dr. Sunday Igwe; Team Lead, Human Resources and Business Partner, East & South, Fidelity Bank Plc, Osayi Uwumarongie; and President, Legacy Inductees Class of 2026, Fidelity Bank Plc, Darlington Okereke; during Fidelity Bank’s donation of food and essential items to Enugu Maximum Security Custodial Centre, in Enugu State recently.  Elegbede Abiodun Some of the items donated by the Legacy class include a range of food supplies such as garri, spaghetti, noodles, biscuits, milk, and other essential consumables. Tier one…

Manny Ita  – President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Romuald Wadagni following his reported landslide victory in the presidential election in Benin Republic, signaling a new chapter in the country’s leadership. In a statement released by the Presidency, Tinubu commended Wadagni on what he described as a decisive mandate from the people, noting that the outcome reflects public confidence in his vision and leadership capacity. The Nigerian leader also praised the peaceful conduct of the electoral process, highlighting it as a positive sign for democratic consolidation in the West African sub-region. Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral…

The musician encourages balance in relationships.  Songster Omawunmi, born Omawumi Boma Megbele-Yussuf has addressed modern dating trends and the common opinion that they have become transactional. In a chat with Pulse, she noted that even though the mechanics of relationships are different in modern times, relationships have always been transactional. The ‘Megbele’ singer notes that women “have had long throat since the beginning of time.” She said, “… but our transactional was different because if it was all those like secondary school to uni days of holding hands or crushing on a girl or a boy, you know, you just…

Manny Ita  – The Nigeria Police Force has ordered the immediate trial of officers implicated in a viral video showing the extortion of civilians using Point-of-Sale (PoS) machines in Delta State, in a move aimed at reinforcing discipline and restoring public trust. The directive followed widespread outrage on social media after footage surfaced showing uniformed officers allegedly forcing individuals to transfer money through PoS terminals under duress. The video, which quickly gained traction online, sparked condemnation from citizens and civil society groups, many of whom described the act as a blatant abuse of power and a troubling evolution of street-level…

Manny Ita  – Tension has gripped parts of Benue State following the reported abduction of 14 candidates sitting for the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), in what has become another troubling security incident affecting students in Nigeria. According to local sources, the victims—mostly teenagers—were on their way to an examination centre when armed men intercepted their vehicle along a vulnerable route. The attackers reportedly forced the candidates and others in the vehicle into the bush at gunpoint, leaving behind a scene that has since drawn outrage and fear among residents. The incident occurred amid heightened movement of students across…

Elegbede Abiodun • FG aims to bridge the gap of housing deficit. The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday received documents and keys to the newly-acquired National Housing Programme Estate at Ogbondoroko in Asa local government area, effecing official transfer of ownership of the estate from the federal government to the state government. Represented by the commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Dr Segun Ogunsola, the governor said the acquisition of the estate would reduce housing deficit in the state and provide sustainable housing for Kwarans. “We are here this afternoon to receive the Federal Ministry of Housing and…